7 EASY and PRACTICAL ways to use up TINY fabric scraps!

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7 EASY and PRACTICAL ways to use up TINY fabric scraps!

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Thoughtful Creativity - CRAFT, SEW, DIY

Жыл бұрын

Dear Sewing Friends, in this video I would love to share with you 7 easy and practical ways that I use up my tiny fabric scraps.
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@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

10 of my best tips for working with fabric scraps (find grainline, combine and more) - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eKxhms6Krb7KoKc.html

@LilyMUTINY Жыл бұрын

1. Bias tape 2. Pocket 3. With interfacing, create an appliqué 4. Hair bows/clips 5. Wallets, pouches 6. Kitchen wipes 7. Kids crafts 8. Garments with color combos

@RobynCoburn Жыл бұрын

I love sewing scraps together to make a patchwork piece and then make doll clothes or wall art. My mother made pin cushions stuffed with fabric that are heavy enough to be pattern or paper weights.

@doudou53d44 Жыл бұрын

Your creativity blows my mind. 👍😎🐕‍🦺

@inekekrul6340 Жыл бұрын

Yes i'm all for using your scraps. An extra seam here and there, because you needed to sew two scraps together, only gives more character to the garment :)

@jessicaumana6973 Жыл бұрын

I love the sheep!

@dale3404 Жыл бұрын

I love the first fabric. And using it as ribbon? Genius!

@MariSews Жыл бұрын

How do you store your scraps. They drive me wild!

@mufithabuhari4021 Жыл бұрын

Oh Alisa, you have great ideas, I never thought about giving scraps for my little one. Here she is busy with them and I am peacefully doing my office work (-:

@clareknott4100 Жыл бұрын

Also. ...... Corner bookmarks rag wreaths, jewellery rag rugs Patchwork animals/toys Trims and flounces Stuffing material Collage art work either stitched to canvas or needle felted into background Key fobs Coffee cup holders. This inspiration is totally started by watching this video. So many amazing ideas Alisa yet again. That white qnd green T is such a lovely garment.

@sunnysideup8283 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the inspiration!

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Good morning and i ma glad you enjoyed :)

@kriskeuler4455 Жыл бұрын

Alisa you never stop amazing me, you really get our See-Jo motivated ❤❤❤ have a blessed day creating 🥰

@kaytiej8311 Жыл бұрын

These ideas are wonderful!

@mrgarner4796 Жыл бұрын

Inspiring??? Always delightful. You amaze me with every video.

@xxkeddersxx Жыл бұрын

The little label idea is so cute. I've been thinking recently about turning my scraps into fabric buttons for future projects, which would be a great way to use up those smaller scraps!

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Oh yes yes, I have done my own resin buttons on the channel, but not fabric covered ones yet. I have seen some very simple kits for it and it looks pretty straight forward. Imagine having a bit of wonderful print left over and turning it into a gorgeous set of buttons! He he, we are both excited now, lol 😂

@xxkeddersxx Жыл бұрын

I only just watched your resin button video yesterday, so that's probably why it was in my mind! 😂 I also recently watched an old Q&A you did where you mentioned you used to live in Manchester and highly recommend Abakhan fabrics - I discovered them last October when I was in Manchester, which is before I found your channel! I'm looking forward to catching up on all your old videos 😊

@clareknott4100 Жыл бұрын

Yes! Great idea.

@angellashibrova1592 Жыл бұрын

Great ideas!!! 👍Thank you!!!🥰

@jennythomas3208 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic! Thank you so much

@sylvienayman8441 Жыл бұрын

Love these ideas. Thank you

@Tunanunaa Жыл бұрын

My favorite use of fabric scraps that I’ve done (besides pocket bags) is when I quilted scraps in matching colors together to make a big panel of fabric! I used that material to make some fabric pattern weights, but it would also be very cute for throw pillows or tote bags

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!!

@michelleswallen3760 Жыл бұрын

You have some great ideas here - thank you! Another idea that my mom's friend does is fills pillows with tiny scraps and donates them to her local animal shelter. I have been saving mine for my 1st scrappy project. You've given me more to think about!

@henriettelinkshanderin1449 Жыл бұрын

I use scraps as filling for pillows, stuffed animals and lavender bags to protect woolen clothes from moths. And I use scraps to repair clothes. These long jersey strips are perfect to stitch under the worn out seams of a jeans. I also use these strips to tie vegetable plants in my garden like tomatoes.

@silk3608 3 ай бұрын

I use scraps to make pillows for the bed as well as, for floor cushions etc. Great ideas, though.😊

@TheGreenSewist Жыл бұрын

Loved this video! There was some really creative yet practical ideas to use up scraps - like bias binding?! Genius!🙌

@trishharvey3471 Ай бұрын

I love how unique your ideas are, not just sewing them together to create a new patchwork fabric (which I also love). Such original and creative ideas, thanks so much for sharing ♥️

@TodayinJensSewingRoom Жыл бұрын

My scrap bins are filling up yet again and these are fabulous ways to use them! I always struggle with the knits so thank you for the ideas. Now just to find the time to do it!

@judymarkel8029 Жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your ideas. Gluing the scraps to make an art project is great.!! Next time we travel to see the grandkids we will do this

@qormi1000 Жыл бұрын

You are so talented Alisa. Plus thank you for the generosity in sharing your ideas and tips with us.

@1wholovestrees Жыл бұрын

These are refreshing! I use mine for inside pockets and trim. The fabric pockets show a bit on the outside and people want to know where I “bought” my pants. 😊. Also, I use scraps inside hems. It’s so pretty when I take off a pair of jeans I’ve made to glance down at the hem and see a floral print. But I love your ideas! I’m not quite brave enough yet to attempt making a top, but it’s on my list.

@majaprorocic3043 Жыл бұрын

Very useful! 💖💛💡✂️💸

@jsd2457 Жыл бұрын

Love love your videos on using fabric scraps. Thanks

@shamimakausmaly1397 Жыл бұрын

Hi Alisa thank you for these great ideas you are a genius dear love you

@katwitanruna Жыл бұрын

Love the use of scraps to tag the back!! Have you ever done padded appliqué? You can use the tiniest scraps for padding which I’ve found makes it more washable.

@rachelburgener819 Жыл бұрын

Ohhhhh tell us more! ❤️😀

@katwitanruna Жыл бұрын

@@rachelburgener819 You’ll want to practice first which is a great way to use up more scraps. I think she may have a video about it already. Basically you leave open a wee bit of the appliqué and stuff it. Just push in tiny scraps with a pen or other pokey tool until you like it and can still finish stitching it down. It takes a lot of time.

@heidioppermann505 Жыл бұрын

good ideas! Thank you!

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Heidi!

@sheenatozier8343 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!!

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

My pleasure! I hope these will come in handy :)

@sheenatozier8343 Жыл бұрын

They are Very handy! I am so excited that I found your channel.

@imsewblessed1578 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh Alisa 😱 I love love love the gold tags. I have labels but I like yours better. How special to see a little gold tag in your garments. This is genius. 👌🏼👌🏼😊

@TLStitches Жыл бұрын

Great ideas! I also make patchwork potholders, pockets for tote bags, cup or bowl cozies, makeup remover rounds backed with flannel or old towels and washcloths, 'sponges' and scrubbies, un-paper towels (they don't have to match, and I use old towels for the other side).

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Oh yes, I do all of those too, I have A TON of videos with small scrappy projects, just too many to mention in this video :) my favorite is a little wrist zipper pouch, great for hiking in or a walk tomorrow your keys and ID in and not carry a backpack. :) Love un-paper towels, I juts don't do velcro on them, we use them as is. :) Thank you for sharing your wonderful ideas and crafts!

@TLStitches Жыл бұрын

I have seen several of them. You always have great ideas! I keep forgetting I want to make the wrist pouch. I don't do velcro either. Thanks for sharing your talents. I started garment sewing 47 years ago and took tailoring. So glad you are teaching some of these things because sewing has become obsolete at most schools.

@creativecheersoffashionlau7364 Жыл бұрын

This such a good idea! 🥰Why did I never think of this ? 😮. Thanks for the idea! I love to finish facings with biastape so this will certainly work for me!

@creativecheersoffashionlau7364 Жыл бұрын

@Maria CANCER so sorry fior your health problems. I know how difficult it is to have a channel when your health is really not cooperating. My severe chronic disease makes it very hard to make videos especially if yiu want to post consistently. Stay strong and try to keep creative. It helps me at least a lot to stay mentally sane. 🙏🏻

@nancyayton3051 Жыл бұрын

I LOVE these ideas, Alisa! Thank you!

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

So glad!

@Nyctophora Жыл бұрын

Great job on the pockets!

@KouzyFox Жыл бұрын

you can fold the fabric on the bias and cut using a roller slicer makes cutting bias tape so much easier and quicker just search it in the YT search bar there are quite a bit of videos on it. Making my own bias tape has also been a huge game changer.

@nics5581 Жыл бұрын

Using scraps for other things that aren’t QAYG projects??! I’m there! Thank you!! 🎉

@kimjordan6561 Жыл бұрын

Great ideas. Thanks for sharing 😊

@sleepycat8887 Жыл бұрын

Such great ideas! Didn’t think of using scraps for art! 🎉 I have many cotton scraps and I have been sewing oven mitts 🧤 with them. Already made nine! I also have been using ugly, no good quality fat quarters for the lining (that I bought when I knew nothing about fabric 😅!) so these don’t go to waste too 🎉🎉. Win win 🏆

@vanessaknight7129 Жыл бұрын

Wow, awesome ideas. Thank for sharing. Definitely will be putting my scraps to use.

@arvettadelashmit9337 Жыл бұрын

I love to piece quilts out of my fabric scraps. You have a lot of wonderful ideas for them also. I save my loose threads to put out on the driveway for the birds to use as nesting material in the spring. I save the pieces that are too tiny (to make anything out of) are saved to be used as filling in future projects; however, some people save them to fill old pillow cases to make dog beds for the rescue center.

@CatherineSews Жыл бұрын

Such great ideas! They all look very cute and practical!

@pavlal.4552 Жыл бұрын

These are great ideas Alisa, thank you so much. I have used the bias tape and fabric label in the past, but I will definitely try the applique and kids arts and crafts 😊 such a great idea. Btw I have that Frozen green fabric too 🙂👍 have a lovely day.

@chrisboyd3626 Жыл бұрын

Great ideas!

@giovannacasadio9600 Жыл бұрын

Great ideas. I love watching what you come up with 😊.

@TheSchabine Жыл бұрын

Love your blouse! Please do a video one day about smocking? ❤️

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

There is already video on my channel for shirring that sleeve!

@louisemaedesignsburgess2486 Жыл бұрын

I haven't made too many clothing items for myself, but I have sewed many doll clothes. That's actually how I started learning about clothing construction...and I used a lot of scraps. When my daughters grew out of some of their favorite clothing, they asked me to make their old clothes doll size for their dolls to wear. It was fun when my girls were little, but they have grown out of playing with dolls. I haven't, though, so I continue to make doll clothes and purchased myself my own doll. I'm excited to make more clothes for myself, though, at some point. If your daughter likes dolls, she might love for her doll to have some clothes that match hers. In my opinion, the doll stage doesn't last long enough.

@ilnacastelyn6310 Жыл бұрын

I loved making doll's clothes when I was young, but recently I'm really considering buying myself a doll to dress.

@louisemaedesignsburgess2486 Жыл бұрын

@@ilnacastelyn6310 I got my first 18" doll at Walmart, and I get my patterns on PixieFaire. But I made my few first patterns. It's a lot of fun! The different brands of 18" dolls are all a little different in size, so keep that in mind if you ever want to sell what you make.

@ilnacastelyn6310 Жыл бұрын

@LouiseMaeDesigns Burgess Thanks for the info. I'm thinking to get a Paolo Reina doll.

@louisemaedesignsburgess2486 Жыл бұрын

@@ilnacastelyn6310 I had never heard of them, so checked out the website...they're gorgeous!

@clothingalterations Жыл бұрын

Great video 👍🌻☘🏵🌵🌷🌳🌻

@pjacksreads536 Жыл бұрын

Love your suggestions for scraps. Also that shirt you are wearing is beautiful. Love the sleeves! I took a picture to see if one day when I’m good like you I will try to make it. Is it a pattern or did you make it up?

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Hello there! The shirt is self-drafted (there is a mini-series for Members only on drafting a button-up shirt from bodice block) and the sleeve is one of my variations, it is actually very easy to make, it is one of the sleeves I made in this video, I promise you can make that sleeve so easily - kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pMmgqNior5mol3U.html

@sewlybutsurely 9 ай бұрын

great ideas!

@beckypetersen2680 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a good video! Excellent ideas!!! Great job. Love the clothing made from different colors for different parts of the shirt. And the applique. But then I'm a quilter. :) (used to be only garment construction).

@katwitanruna Жыл бұрын

Sew scraps together and make a fabric then cut it out.

@chriscreamer9903 Жыл бұрын

Great video, great ideas. Love your blouse. Is there a pattern for it?

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

I have a Members Only mini-series on drafting and sewing a button up shirt from bodice block (this is one of the variations) and the cuff detail is in one of the video about "5 different sleeve cuffs".

@Jelske Жыл бұрын

Great video!! Love the examples ! The bias tape truly inspired me! Many of my scraps are smaller then 4 cm and I’ve been piecing them and then using those pieces of “new fabric” to make something.

@oskarmolly Жыл бұрын

Such good ideas. I have a few bags of scraps. One cotton one that I had, I made dog scarfs and this fleece and faux leather I made dog shoes, so their feet won't get cut going over sharp pieces of ice outside, and it helps them to keep a bit warmer when it is very cold outside. That's painful even for a dog. I don't think a cat would be very happy at all having to wear shoes.

@katwitanruna Жыл бұрын

Kids can also use scraps for their own sewing projects!!

@mamielantto671 Жыл бұрын

Cutting bias tape from scrap fabric is a great idea but how do you find the bias weave of the fabric when it’s a weird cut shape? I love your videos! You have such good ideas!

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Good question and I explain that in detail in the "10 best tips for sewing with fabric scraps" video, it is the video link in the pinned comment right underneath this video - take a look :)

@AnneBeamish Жыл бұрын

These ideas are wonderful. Also, I love the detail of your shirt... did you make it?

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Thank you and I sure did :) I have a "5 different sleeve cuffs" video and there I show how to make that cuff, so easy too :)

@honeywell891 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for these tips. I’m beginning to think outside the box!

@OfficialLadyDarkSky 2 ай бұрын

don't forget you can also make Fabric Ruffles :) and those on the bottom of a skirt or around the shoulders are super cute!

@SBL1932 Жыл бұрын

What a great video.

@katwitanruna Жыл бұрын

I will sort my fabric scraps out so I know which ones are good for hoods, pocket bags and small projects.

@carolines2088 Жыл бұрын

Great ideas. Is there any size fabric scraps that you would just throw away? Would you consider filling a cushion with fabric scraps?

@ericaalexandrovnaadebayo4392 Жыл бұрын

I love applic idea

@lilianacadeville8759 Жыл бұрын

The sleeves of your shirt are fabulous, is there a video on this?

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Sure is, it is on my channel "5 different sleeve cuffs/designs" and you will see it there :)

@lilianacadeville8759 Жыл бұрын

@@ThoughtfulCreativity ok thanks

@kerstinhoyer4526 Жыл бұрын

I love the sleeves of the blouse you are wearing. Did you sew it yourself and remember the pattern?

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Self-drafted and I made the sleeve myself, the tutorial is on the channel, I just posted it again this morning on my community tab - if you want to see it, you can head there and take a look :)

@mamasprintable2418 Жыл бұрын

Love it !! .. Alisa where did you get your daughter’s tshirt fabric that one with watercolor animals print ??

@debbiewhite3270 Жыл бұрын

So creative

@linedezainde Жыл бұрын

Wow! Just what I needed! How do you call that gizmo for making bias tape? That looks like fun!

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Bias tape maker :) I have a link in the infobox underneath the video :)

@SparkyOne549 Жыл бұрын

I keep all my tiny scraps, I keep them all for stuffing, anything. By tiny scraps I mean less than 2” wide and less than 3” long. Larger scraps like you are showing, I make into quilts, because my scraps are never wide enough to use for bias tape.

@aamenaborane4548 Жыл бұрын

Ma’am can show how make storage zipper case or pouch with this scraps .thank you.

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

I have A TON of videos about it on the channel already, juts go and take a look :)

@katwitanruna Жыл бұрын

I often use tiny scraps to stuff things.

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Yep, you are so right! I have done that in my past videos - good for stuffing door stops, animal beds and things like that :)

@katwitanruna Жыл бұрын

@@ThoughtfulCreativity Also neck pillows, I like to make them out of hand towels because there is so much variety, including buying monogrammed ones when making them for kith and kin.

@pmclaughlin4111 Жыл бұрын

Its been a while. I forgot about l kids getting creative with fabric scraps

@johannecostello7688 Жыл бұрын

I have been trying to join, but clicking on link does no work. I could try on my computer. Will joining work on multiple devices as I only watch KZfaq on my iPad.

@barbr316 Жыл бұрын

I am a noob you are an subscriber. I enjoy your channel. I am a beginner in sewing and when I hear you talk, I hear like there’s like some type of accent. What is your nationality if you don’t mind me asking.

@LibermanConsultingLLC Жыл бұрын

I think she is originally from Russia. She spent time in England and the US. She discussed it a little in one of her videos.

@charlottejones7341 Жыл бұрын

Can you use stretchy fabric to make bai's tape

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

Charlotte, hello there - you can... but with knits you don't need to cut on the bias. Wovens are cut on the bias as it has the most give in the fabric and is the best to go around the curves like necklines and armhole. With knits you don't have to do that, but also you might find it a lot harder to work with tiny pieces of knit that with woven fabric.

@khiyata2023 Жыл бұрын

👍🏻👍🏻🥰🤲🏻🤲🏻👌🏻♥️❤❤🎉

@pamelavance648 11 ай бұрын

Link to the shirt you are wearing

@ThoughtfulCreativity 11 ай бұрын

Pamela, look through the previous comments on this video :)

@pamelavance648 11 ай бұрын

@ThoughtfulCreativity ???? Love this channel but to send me on a search to read through comments for a link.. not kind...

@ThoughtfulCreativity 11 ай бұрын

So sorry, Pamela, I am not at my computer and my phone's internet is not strong enough to pull up the video link you wanted. This was just the simplest solution, apart from not replying to the comment at all. Did not mean to offend you...

@pamelavance648 11 ай бұрын

@ThoughtfulCreativity lol didn't expect it right away was just hopeful for future reply. All is good.. if by chance you get the chance it would be fantastic. You've been helpful with sewing solutions One of my favorites is still Hems 5 ways..very helpful

@lifehappens587 11 ай бұрын

🙄🤪🙄🤪🙄🤪

@sometimessnarky1642 Жыл бұрын

What's the point of a teeny tag of scrap cloth in your clothing? It's useless and annoying. If it doesn't have the space to personalise or give wash instructions you should leave it out.

@ThoughtfulCreativity Жыл бұрын

.... To identify the back of the garment. Lol 😂😂😂😂