Great video...never thought of magazine paper...and I have a ton of old mags. I will die under an avalanche of scraps if I don't get going and this fits the bill. My son says I am the oldest hippie he knows. Also a retired art teacher, so this is greatly satisfying in all areas. Thanks for sharing.
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@brendasweeney28067 ай бұрын
Tell your son I am the oldest hippie at 77
@janetpingrey71557 ай бұрын
@@brendasweeney2806 Hahaha...gotcha beat at 78....
@kathydunn82445 ай бұрын
Im a 58 year young hippie with a 20 yr old granddaughter . She swears she was at Woodstock. 😂😂 She would love a quilt like this.
@kirstinjohnston89017 ай бұрын
My grandmother did this for what she called "crazy quilts." She used muslin fabric instead of paper or using a stabilizer. I have a box of completed squares, so I will be looking to see what I can make with them (as I already have a quilt from her).😊
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
love crazy quilts!
@debbiemoyer75917 ай бұрын
I want to thank you for sharing this. I've sewed for over 46 yrs n never seen this. I'm having so much fun with this . I'm making a quilt n doing some blocks like this. Thanks for sharing❤
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@janetpingrey71557 ай бұрын
Ohmygouda !!!...I spent the afternoon playing with your instructions...what fun...some of the smaller pieces I cut away will make a great middle, and it didn't bother me to toss some of the cuttings. Heavy sigh of relief...this is gonna make a heckofa piece of fabric....
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Wonderful! Let me know how it goes.
@angelistorres1165 ай бұрын
I have a friend who gave me a great tip by using dryer sheets as the backing and stabilizer. I made a beautiful library bag using it and the bag smells great!
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
That's a great idea!
@grandmajane2593Ай бұрын
Dryer sheets are ok but they will mess up your bobbin case after a while, They have residue on them.
@suepeterson56757 ай бұрын
Thank you Jan ! I always wanted to make a crazy quilt and couldn’t wrap my head around it . Doing the smaller blocks would definitely make it easier. Thank you again. 😊
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@chickad58207 ай бұрын
If you'll start with the center piece having 5 sides, (cut one corner off to make 5 sides), it will give you a different angle of your scrappy blocks. I use the paper phonebooks that still come to my house. It's super thin. I've also done this without a paper or with an old sheet or ugly fabric. Sometimes the reverse side of fabrics will add to your fabric scrap choices. You can also use black and make stained glass look. I just found your channel, woohoo. Being able to subscribe is an honor and a blessing. Having comments for others tips is priceless. Thanks... Babs near Tombstone, AZ
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome and thanks for sharing
@phoebelim50407 ай бұрын
Oh my, I was expecting this to become a big quilt and my mind was racing about how to balance the colors and prints. Now my mind is bursting with small projects to make, and even using this idea as a decorative element on linens, clothing, etc. Great, thank you!
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome. Stay tuned I'll be posting some ways you can use the panels shortly.
@donnacooper3217 ай бұрын
I’ve been doing this for the past week. Mindless sewing and I love it! I’ve made a notebook cover and have two more on in the process of being made. I’d love to try the zippered pouch next and thought about pot holders and oversized casserole hot pads. I’m getting a great start on birthday gifts for friends. I’d love some more ides for things to make.
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Stay tuned, I'll be posting a video this week.
@jenniferorr66177 ай бұрын
Love this! I love sewing, but sometimes I don't have the brain capacity for a big project or I'm in a project rut. These scrappys are addicting and fun!!! I have a giant (12x24") bag of scraps, so I can make lots of scrappy squares for a future project. 😍
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Awesome! Have fun!
@jennygill15946 ай бұрын
Love the way you use paper but I use squares of material the same way. Usually an old sheet cut up to the size needed I have used a thin batting as well..love the way these quilts look when the squares are all joined together Way to go 😂😂🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺. Happy quilting
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@rosalindhb7 ай бұрын
Love this. I dont use backing or paper. I just sew one big piece. Then cut it down as i need. Then use backing later.
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
That's great
@mdinsmore5474 ай бұрын
That's how I would it I think it's a waste of fabric. Now that I know I'm not alone I think I will start sewing my scraps together
@ladyluckification18 күн бұрын
I was just going to ask if using the paper was necessary bc I've been piecing my scraps together without it but I haven't put all my preferring l pieces together yet
@kathleenmorgan39336 ай бұрын
It's amazing how a few pieces of scraps can make something so nice, I made some ovengloves and was quite impressed with myself 😂 ❤
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
What a great idea!
@KW39087 ай бұрын
I personally hate removing the paper, so I prefer using fabric instead of paper ( muslin is good) or scrapping directly on a thin piece of batting. Just my preference. I love watching this process and always pick up a tip or two. Thanks!
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome. You can sew right on a stabilizer fabric, but I find that if you are joining panels together, the seams get way too bulky. If you are just making one panel, yes, sew directly onto a stabilizer fabric.
@maryjanesteinbrecher39535 ай бұрын
My thoughts exactly. Maybe an old sheet or old shirt
@shirleythomas63774 ай бұрын
I use used dryer sheets. They smell nice too.
@Lily_The_Pink9723 ай бұрын
I use old washed-out sheets or odd scraps of interfacing
@dianehutchens6 ай бұрын
I've used dryer sheets and mad a beautiful quilt for my grandson.
@amandac.58466 ай бұрын
That’s such a great idea, I’d have never thought of that!!
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
thanks for sharing
@gamadebdegamadebde7 ай бұрын
Suggest you make your stitch length a bit shorter, it makes tearing paper off much easier. Thanks Jan. This will be a great way to teach my 9 year old granddaughter how to use machine using my scraps. 🎉
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I'm going to do that.
@debbiehall41557 ай бұрын
Really pretty. I love “scrappy”. I especially love the different angles in the block. Thank you for the tips
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@Cyrilmc2220047 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Jan, I really really enjoyed watching you create those fabric scrap squares that we can use for lots of different projects. I think they’re really cute and adorable too and I can see how addictive they will be once I start working with them. Your tutorials are very helpful and so useful too. Please stay safe and well too xxxx Mags ❤❤❤❤❤❤
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thanks. You are so kind. Be safe and well Mags!
@karencooley67237 ай бұрын
Thank you! I’ve decided to make a quilt or table topper from shirt scraps from deceased family members 😢😊
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
what a great idea
@busybeenature909210 сағат бұрын
Surely learned something new to add to my scrap work knowledge. Thanks 🙏
@ZeldaSews7 ай бұрын
I have a crazy quilt on my wall full of scrap fabrics. This is nice!
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
that's wonderful.
@colleeninfantino91503 ай бұрын
So glad I watched this video!! Thank you!!! My dad passed away 4 years ago and I made memory pillows from 9 of his button down shirts. I kept every piece of scraps from his shirts. I am going to make a cell phone bag for his 95 year old sister so she always has her phone and still has a bit of memory of her brother. Thanks again!!!!!!❤
@JanHowell3 ай бұрын
What a wonderful idea. Thanks for sharing.
@jeanforrester41346 ай бұрын
I do this without using paper foundation but it’s a great idea!
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
Yes, many do.
@laurelb82795 ай бұрын
I love your cookie jar for holding scraps. They are goodies!
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
Yes, I watch out for them at thrift and tag sales
@EmmyBeanJewelry4 ай бұрын
Thank you for this! I've been quilting for a year, diligently saving all my scraps but had no idea how to piece them together without going mad... I've been wanting to make "remembrance" panels using the scraps from quilts I made as gifts, then can make a super scrappy quilt for myself with them.
@JanHowell4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@susanmarling20797 ай бұрын
Good idea using stabilizer when making scrappy fabric. Thanks, Jan
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@Mom_dad_diy2 ай бұрын
I love watching your videos. I’m watching while I fold laundry. You have such a nice, relaxed manner and your projects are great!
@JanHowellАй бұрын
Thanks. You are so kind!
@marybethwombacher975925 күн бұрын
I would see them on a very light weight interfacing and press when finished
@catherinelaing21246 ай бұрын
A wonderful video. Your demonstration was so helpful and your calm, reassuring American accent helps me understand perfectly. Thank you so much from Catherine in France
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
Thanks. You are so kind
@ralphjoanweaver647628 күн бұрын
Thank you for your video. My daughter in law ask for a quilt using her dog’s scarfs, so I checked KZfaq and discovered your tutorial. It’s fun and quite addictive. Can’t wait to see the end product!
@JanHowell20 күн бұрын
Sounds like a great idea!
@hazelcarter21326 ай бұрын
Great tutorial, thanks Jan 😊
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@dellasides81714 ай бұрын
Thank you I looked at another video to see what you did about the paper very interesting
@JanHowell4 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@nancysharon9314 ай бұрын
You had me at 'hippie' and 'artist.' I am looking forward to all your videos.
@JanHowell3 ай бұрын
LOL Glad you found me.
@suzanneritchie70485 күн бұрын
Wow ... " old magazine " ! I've been use printer paper & adding machine 3" paper. Thanks for the tip !
@smileytow19257 ай бұрын
Thank you! I am going to try this! I love the idea of using a magazine for the paper! Thank you! I love your teaching style! ❤️
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@lizreynolds45546 ай бұрын
This is fun. I have used newsprint paper, it tears away easily, its very inexpensive. I don't buy many magazines lately, too expensive. This gave me ideas. Thank you for sharing this with us.😊 Liz in Northern California 🦓
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
That's a great idea!
@esperansaloughran6938 күн бұрын
Love your videos, you are a inspiration, and a super teacher! Great to watch even if you know how to to do all the techniques. So, I think you have great taste. A fan for sure.
@JanHowell7 күн бұрын
Thank you so much!
@janetwhite10777 ай бұрын
Thank you for the magazine paper trick. I am just getting into the scappy look. I love it! Love your videos.❤
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thanks. You are so kind
@suebean38736 ай бұрын
I so enjoyed this tutorial, thank you. Very nice block. I love it.
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@kathiezipf44975 ай бұрын
Very clever use of scraps. It’s like paper piecing only without a pattern!🙂
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@sueyous6 ай бұрын
Thank you for a wonderful tutorial.💖
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@AngelineZaghloul13 күн бұрын
I absolutely love this video. Thanks so much for showing us how to use up our scraps in such an innovative and beautiful way. I have an idea to make a top using this newly created fabric. Can’t wait to get started!
@JanHowell7 күн бұрын
Let me know how it goes.
@katrinahorne28826 ай бұрын
I have used this process on yoke on my daughters dresses and fronts of a-line skirts for me. Sew Much Fun!! 😊
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
That is awesome! I bet that is so cute!
@CarolMurray-ne2so5 ай бұрын
Watching for the first time. I really like this tutorial to use up scraps of fabric.Hope to try this but think I am going to watch it again….and again!
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
Let me know how it goes
@user-mk5nw7wq2n5 ай бұрын
Loved watching all those scraps turn into something lovely. Thank you for sharing.❤
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@lyndawadland54537 ай бұрын
I did find your presentation very helpful. I tried to do this without your instruction and it turned into a mess very quickly. Thank you!
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Glad it helped!
@kathleenbartle93914 күн бұрын
The results speak for themselves.
@user-we7iw4jd6j7 ай бұрын
Jan this is a great video so informative. You made it so easy. Thanks for your wonderful guidance. ❤❤❤❤
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@user-jo3xn5bw5f7 ай бұрын
I like watching how u can make alot of things out of your scraps of material thank u by the way I just started sewing again
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
That is so awesome! Keep it up!
@mrskimmieg7 ай бұрын
This looks like so much fun! I really like that the panels can be made in small blocks of time, not to mention that clearing out some scraps will help declutter my sewing space. Off to find some old magazines!! 😊
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Let me know how it goes.
@junecarrothers597010 күн бұрын
SO CLEVER!!!! YOU HAVE INSPIRED ME TO TRY THAT WITH MY SCRAPS!!!
@JanHowell7 күн бұрын
Awesome!
@oliviapeaches1173Ай бұрын
With my small pieces of scraps I made pot holders, coasters, and pin cushions. I sewed on old jeans that I cut into squares
@JanHowellАй бұрын
AWSOME
@donnaterryhalleran23676 ай бұрын
Love scrappy quilting. Plan to add to a canvas bag.
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
What a great idea.
@kelleyamador88387 ай бұрын
This will be useful. You do great crafts and are very easy to listen to👍
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thanks. You are so kind
@christinecaillat60195 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this! I'm a beginner. I like easy and cute projects to practice.
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@wandasmith71466 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing this with me today ❤😊 I'm a beginner ànd I'm interested in this one.
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
Let me know how it goes.
@durriyavadnagarwala82406 ай бұрын
Thanx for the lovely idea to use scrap cloth to get beautiful outcome!!
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@robertarees12565 ай бұрын
Fabulous tutorial. So clear and detailed. Have made crumb blocks using strips of scraps joined together but this looks so interesting and will use up more of my scrap stash. Thank you. 🎉
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@annrubino62524 ай бұрын
Great tutorial, Jan. Look forward to inventive projects for this delightful fabric.
@JanHowell3 ай бұрын
Thanks. You are so kind!
@weeklysundayschool27246 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! This helps me to figure out how to piece together fabric for a crazy quilt purse!
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
Oh that will be fun!
@williamsabourin5726 ай бұрын
I've done this kind of scrap sewing before but used muslin for a backing. I like the idea of using paper. It makes for less bulk in the quilt.
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
I agree.
@dorothyawo90865 ай бұрын
This was so much fun to watch. I think I will work on a scrappy project tomorrow. Your colors went so well together. Thank you!
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@Scotty72687 ай бұрын
I think I would sew directly onto the stabiliser fabric, but I do like this way of building a square.
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Yes, when you need bigger panels for larger projects like zipper pouches, etc., sewing directly to stabilizer is great.
@user-yb8zs2yk3v6 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed that scrappy tutorial thank you,
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@ann-mariegreenlee69564 ай бұрын
Beautiful! THanks for sharing. I have lots of scraps and will be using them in this way.
@JanHowell3 ай бұрын
Wonderful!
@user-pe8wl6yk8u9 күн бұрын
I love this ideal, great job!❤
@JanHowell7 күн бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@melodied43142 ай бұрын
I love scrappy quilts❤
@JanHowellАй бұрын
me too
@JaneyM-mt8lv4 ай бұрын
Wow, I am new to patchwork and playing with fabrics, this video has given me a whole set of new ideas. I have subscribed, I don’t often do so!
@JanHowell4 ай бұрын
Wonderful and thank you!
@debbiemoyer75917 ай бұрын
Never seen this before. I'm going to try this. You did a great job. And I love all the colors. Thanks so much for sharing. Love it❤
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 😊
@LindaH693 ай бұрын
Really enjoyed watching and learning new ideas.
@JanHowellАй бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@jenniferandrews22124 ай бұрын
Great idea using up old magazines and nice clear voice Thanks for sharing 👍 😀
@JanHowell3 ай бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@junewaterman81986 ай бұрын
Thank you! Great tips from all!
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@Mickey-jn8hz7 ай бұрын
I love your idea! I saw a lady using used dryer sheets to do this….think I will try.
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Go for it!
@grandmajane2593Ай бұрын
@@JanHowell - the residue will mess up her machine.
@OHlookSHINYthing7 ай бұрын
I have made so many of these scrappy pieces over the years, but not normally by paper piecing. I usually use either muslin or an old sheet for the backing. Even after all those pieces, I *still* have four boxes of scraps. Guess I need to get back in there and make a few more scrappy projects.
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
let me know how it goes
@OHlookSHINYthing7 ай бұрын
@@JanHowell well, I started a small project today, to be mailed to my friend in Oregon. I only have one part of the project ready to mail, and hopefully I'll have the two mug rugs done soon. I don't think I'll venture into a full-blown quilt top yet, though. 🙂
@paulabildson1576 ай бұрын
Thank you Jan! What a great project idea to add to my list. Love it!
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@deeparajapakshe38636 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful sewing project I really enjoyed watching it and going to start as a beginner to enjoy my free time with this valuable piece of art it’s amazing and love it
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome. Glad to hear you are learning to sew. You're going to love it.
@wkhorton427 ай бұрын
Thank you soooo much, such a wonderful idea!!!
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@MiVidaJugosaMVJ2 ай бұрын
I loved the video. Thank you so much for explaining with such love and passion. I know now what to do with my scraps. Whoop whoop
@JanHowellАй бұрын
Thanks. You are so kind!
@jitkavozenilkova32944 ай бұрын
Děkuji za ukázku, jste moc šikovná.
@glenngreen66886 ай бұрын
Thank you Jan! Great idea. Scrappy squares, I'm on it! Glenn's Mrs. Sue🌻
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
Love it
@grandmajane259320 күн бұрын
Your squares are very pretty.
@JanHowell15 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@user-vj8jb1px6f6 ай бұрын
Tks so much jan for sharing your quilt ideas. Can't wait to sart on them.
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Let me know how it goes
@Justbecause167 ай бұрын
This a wonderful tutorial thank you ❤
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@wedonotconsenth66914 ай бұрын
I am so happy I found you! I love this technique, thank you and looking forward to watching your content🤩☺️❤️
@JanHowell3 ай бұрын
Yay! Thank you!
@gwencobb14524 ай бұрын
Best scrappy video ever
@JanHowell3 ай бұрын
Thanks. You are so kind!
@julieagar44837 ай бұрын
Thank you lovely video, great way to use scrap fabrics ❤❤
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@anaictegonzalezborrell49364 ай бұрын
Great ideas, looking forward to the heart cutout tutorial
@JanHowell4 ай бұрын
Here it is kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qNZ3fZV9sKioYmw.htmlsi=ZYzKysbZPnS3m0DK
@robinwhite-underwood4673 ай бұрын
If we/you know someone who still has a few old Yellow Pages/White Pages phone books, those would be great, too: very thin paper!
@JanHowellАй бұрын
thanks for sharing. Great idea
@dawnkennedy9856 ай бұрын
Thank you. I really enjoyed watching your video. Gave me a lot of ideas to do with my scrap material.
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@veenapurohit98094 ай бұрын
Wow, just so beautiful,easy to follow aperfect project. Thank you fir sharing with us. Gave me a lot of confidence to make a tote bag.❤
@JanHowell4 ай бұрын
Wonderful.
@rachelburgener8197 ай бұрын
Jan, I always enjoy your videos!!! Keep on keeping on and Thank You 🥰❤️😀
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thanks. You are so kind
@brightfuture37933 ай бұрын
Really greate creation idea thank you 🙏🏻
@JanHowell3 ай бұрын
Most welcome 😊
@joydavis30895 ай бұрын
I also like to use a smaller stitch link when using paper as it perforates the paper. But better yet I use inexpensive muslin, batting scraps or ugly fabric. Thanks for your video.
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@cathyhasfaith69916 ай бұрын
I LOVED this tutorial! Learned a lot! Thank you! 😊
@JanHowell6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@peeshyholland4337 ай бұрын
Very cool. Can’t wait to make some.
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@IdentityQuandryАй бұрын
Hey thanks for a new way to use scraps! Fun! But not the peeling paper off the back. I tried.. tissue paper... stabilizing paper, copy paper, parchment, EVEN PAPER TOWELS (which, BTW worked best of all the aforementioned...) -- But what worked best??? Nothing. Just joining shapes. Perfect... What fun to learn some new techniques!
@JanHowellАй бұрын
Interesting thanks for sharing
@Top2tow5 ай бұрын
This is a wonderful idea! Thank you so much for sharing!❤
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@dianajones90827 ай бұрын
Love your videos Jan. You always have practical advice and clear explanations. I sewed your quilted scrappy pouch. and it turned out so cute.
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Wonderful!
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
Thanks. You are so kind
@pamdavis85476 ай бұрын
WOW I Love Scrappy Fabric Video. Can't wait to do one for my Sock Monkey Pants!
@JanHowell5 ай бұрын
What a fun idea!
@sandramichaud80337 ай бұрын
Another great little project. Thank you again!
@JanHowell7 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@PetraRobinson-gm8nh7 ай бұрын
Wonderful tutorial and, as always, so very well explained. I think I am going to make some Cushion covers with this technique.