What do we do with all of our fabric scraps? We break down how we store our scraps, what is worth keeping, and loads of project ideas that will have you scrap-free in no time.
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Hi guys, loved the episode, as always!!! Did you happen to have a link to a good menstural pad tutorial? I have some amazing flannel scraps left over from making pijama pants and I want to make some matchy matchy pads ;). I know I can google and have but was wondering if you had a go to tutorial. Thanks so much for everything you do!
Thank you so much for your comment, Maddie! We do not have a specific tutorial to recommend, but we have noticed there are quite a few options to choose from on YouTube. Thanks for your support in listening to the podcast!
The comment about cutting underwear pieces from leftovers of current projects and frankenpiecing them together…brilliant!!! I will absolutely be doing this!!! Thank you:)
We are so happy you liked this, Stephanie! It’s definitely a great scrap buster 🙂
LOVE YOU GALS!!!!
Found this while looking for something else (if course), but it looks like it could be a fun scrap buster.
https://www.stylearc.com/shop/pdf-sewing-patterns/maddie-top-pdf/
Suzanne, we love this! Thank you so much for sharing 🙂
Love the ideas on scrap buster. Not all these thing exist in the UK, but plenty of inspiration in this episode.
Thanks
Chris B
So glad you enjoyed it, Chris! Thanks for listening 🙂
Another use for scraps is charity sewing. Rare Science gives hand made bears to children with rare diseases. They are called “Rare Bears” and we who make them are the “Rare Bear Army”.
It’s an 18 inch bear made from a specific pattern they sell (formerly a Simplicity one that I just happened to still have). They encourage the use of multiple prints in happy, bright colors. So it’s the perfect way to use up scraps.
https://www.rarescience.org/
https://www.rarescience.org/rare-bear-program/
The finished bears aren’t stuffed but mailed flat….called “bear skins”! That’s easier and cheaper.
Kate, thank you so much for sharing this great scrap busting opportunity! We love it!