It was about time I dealt with my scraps...but I had no idea it was so bad. I had expected to have fun playing with fabric but instead I was taming batting scraps...and I think April will be about turning my scrapage into quilts
@Just Get it Done Quilts Can you do a video on the dusters and projects you use the leftover flannel? Also, if you have bigger pieces of scrap flannel, reusable pads are a great option! If no one in your family needs them, please consider donating (fabric or finished) so that the huge number of people in need can have access to sanitary products (they are great for an array of needs from menstrual use to postpartum to incontinence depending on thickness). 👍💕
Karen you are one of my favorite quilter teachers to watch especially on how you manage your scraps! I like the idea of dedicating one time a month to dealing w them. Thank you so much always!
I make a “pillow case”, put it in a trash can like a trash bag, put my unusable scraps in there. Once full,I sew it closed and give it to my local shelter as a dig or cat bed.
I had almost stopped sewing until so many folks had covid here and lots of us got together stuff together for these worker's mask........I provided scraps...........and some how I got hooked on making tiny scraps all sewn together......(some call it crumb quilting).......well, well, I made my first little random strips and got totally addicted....each piece is prettier than the previous piece........I have sheets of these about 5x7 inches all the way to 30 inches by about 17 inches......I might use them for fabric making stuffed animals or door stops or bowl covers..........meanwhile, I need a small rack to hang them on as I make them.....about 36 inches tall and not any wider than a tv table.........but much wider, so I can sew, and sew and hang as I go and press................any ideas how I may make or buy this.....???? thanks
As soon as the quilt is complete, I cut 2.5" strips; 5" squares. I have a shoe box for just 2 x 3.5" pieces. These make a great scrap quilt. When that shoe box is full I'll sew them together in 2's. The rest of the pieces go into a bin to be dealt with later. I find that this saves me time. Love your videos and now always make after quilts:)
Karen it is so wonderful how real you keep it. We all let things get out of control and you’ve given us a strategy to get it under control and for that I am grateful. I feel loyalty to you and a few others in YT, and as such I am beginning to watch the ads on your videos to the end. I have come to understand you are paid according to how much of the ad is watched. Just know that I (and more than likely others) appreciate your videos enough to do the courtesy of assuring you are reimbursed for the work and thought that goes into the making of each these videos.
Karen, I enjoy your videos so much. I find spending time with you on the videos is like hanging around with a friend. You’ve been especially good for us during times of isolation, thank you.
I'm a new quilter. I've taught myself from watching you tube. I keep all my scraps in plastic bags and write on the bag what quilt the leftover material was from. I don't have a lot as I've only made about 14 quilts. My mom has Vascular Dementia and wants me to make all her grand and great grandchildren a quilt so they will have something to remember her of when she's gone. I've done 11 and have 7 more to do. I've done 4 this month! I embroidery their name and birth date with a heart and both our names on each one.
The first time you said "Mt. Scrapmore" I thought you said "Scrap morgue"! 😂😂😂 And I thought, how appropriate! Wanted to say too that I love that quilt hanging on the wall behind you at :25 (and intermittently through the rest of the vid). Great tips for the scraps, thanks!
I had forgotten about crumb blocks. When I was strapped for cash I would beg for scraps. I would put them together ❤ I made a lot of fun projects. Thanks for reminding me. Chrissy B
Awe Karen, I just wanted to give you a huge hug when you reached that point in sorting where you had just had it. We've all been there. For me, mine doesn't come with scraps but with piecing. I want to just keep going and get it done. Well then out comes the seam ripper. I liked that you revisited some of your old videos and incorporated it into this. I have your after quilt video saved because you have a couple blocks in there I love. Another great video. Thanks.
I have been following you for quite some time but don't get a chance to comment because I'm hand sewing quilt blocks. Thank you so much for posting these videos as they are so much fun!
I found an awesome way of deal with my Mt Scrapmore...I got my boxes of scraps out and am doing a crazy quilt and with the scraps from those scraps I am making a dog bed. I have leftover fleece that I make into a pillowcase. I put the pillowcase in a basket and put the scraps in that. Then when it is full, I sew up the end and tada, I ha e a dog bed. I can even donate them to an animal shelter...thank you Missouri Star Quilt company for the idea.
You give me hope. I have 50 plastic totes of material sorted in different colors, seasonal, and types of material. I have had kids moving in and out for 20 years so I haven't had the time or ability to get quilting done so now its time. And I cannot wait.
When my daughter started her online business, I gave her free rein to my fabric totes and sewing supplies. Her best sellers are fabrics and trims from over 30 years ago. Now I enjoy full days with helping her sew inventory and photo shoots... Lol Take care and be safe 😷
Hi Karen. I also manage my scraps on a monthly basis. Once a month I also create 9 patch blocks from my 2 1/2 inch squares as well as my 5 inch squares. This past month I decided it was time to do something with my 9 patch scrap blocks and my large supply of 5 inch charms. I made 5 scrappy twin sized quilt tops for my nieces and nephews that I will quilt by Christmas. They are all in different configurations, were easy to assemble and went together so quickly because the blocks were already sewn together. I love keeping my scraps sorted like yours and I also like spending time creating usable blocks out of them to store for later use. I would love to see a video of you making several simple quilt top designs using only your cut scraps plus maybe a solid background on them.
Frankenbatting!!! So accurate. I am still drowning in scraps, but I am using them up via your suggestions. Love your videos!!! You seriously are the best. Marylou
For me, diving into scraps is like a trip down memory lane. Even the smallest piece of that fabric I bought when I first started quilting (now 17 years ago already!) holds a memory of all the different projects I have used it for. It is a beautiful, sentimental journey and it ALSO WASTES A LOT OF TIME - so my mountain seems to just get bigger and bigger. Too much sentiment!
I enjoy watching your organization and creative skills. This is always fun for me especially in the middle of the night when I can't sleep. I have been inspired and started making quilt tops again. So thank you Karen.
I'm so jealous of your quilt stash! And your organized space. I love sewing with scraps and don't have enough projects to generate all the scraps I wish I could play with! I love your way of multitasking projects, letting each type of block/strip/panel/etc accumulate until it is enough for its own quilt. What fun!
A local thrift store has $1 Sundays, 75¢ Mon, 50¢ Tues, - on one color of tags each week. I search for 100% cotton, quilting weight, clothing items, or "fancy fabric" things. Then cut the shirts and skirts into strips and squares for scrap quilts or use as fabric for doll clothing. Fancy fabric is used for Art quilt projects, doll clothing or costumes. Have also made party dresses for small children.
As a new quilter with basically no stash, this is all incredibly intimidating and overwhelming to me! How you keep all this information straight in your head is incredible.
Well you’re lucky that you saw this video before you accumulate your stash. You can set up your containers now. Either you can do solid colors and patterns like she does. Because right now you may not know exactly how you want to organize them but at least you can get started
Welcome to the crazy fabric club, when you find the style of quilting you love. You'll find that you absorb info like a sponge, I've been quilting for 25 years and I still learn something from shows, UA-cam,blogs and the library. Enjoy the journey.
Karen, a good eraser works best on the fibers that get stuck in your cutting mat. I can’t think of the name, “Grüeber”?, but it’s German. It gets out the embedded fibers.. Then, to clean up the eraser crumbs, wipe with a wad of that batting scrap you’re tossing. I love your videos. You always jog my memory and inspire me to get back at it.
This is how I manage my scraps, I have one large shoe box and when it gets full I take one day to make zipper pouches and one day to make pot holders and then I cut and organize by color anything that may be left for scrappy quilts. All of my relatives and friends have many pot holders and zipper pouches so I always find homes for the items instead of keeping them because that would kind of defeat the whole purpose of scrap management. Give it away, just give it away!
Gee, I really love this idea, especially as I’m making 2 mug rugs for hubby as he drinks his coffee on our couch. And yes, I find a few drips on the coffee table every so often.
@@quiltgram3056 what dimensions do you make your mug rugs? My husband prefers large coffee mugs. Our daughters refer to the mugs as flower pots. Would 6 x 12 be too big? Occasionally, he'd snack from a small bowl/saucer while at his desk so a rectangle instead of a square seems a better idea(? ) Maybe I'll just sew up a stack of both and watch which he prefers. There's no shortage of scraps lol Take care and be safe 😷
Include some of your scraps with each quilt. That way if there is any damage to the quilt, they have a matching replacement piece. I will hide some under the quilt label so it get the same number of washings as the quilt. Then the scraps are their rescue!
I love the way you think & create. I subscribed to your channel January 2021. I so appreciate all your experience & the methods of teaching. I have worked on my scraps for the past 2 weekends,4 days each "weekend". I've gotten so sore, so tired, & so regret not remembering to SET that TIMER! I can now see what I have. All my material is folded and accessable. Let the fun begin. Huge thanks to you. Blessings always from Michigan.
Hello, I after watching your video it reminded me of all the time spent making 2 /12 “ squares and strips, 4” squares, and 5” squares. Thinking I will use them someday. Well I did make two tops, but not quilted yet. Then I got burned out and decided to donate them to the church. I thought out of sight out of mind. Well of course I’m right back where I was, cutting squares, etc. but now I have a better understanding of what to do with them now after watching what you miraculously do with yours. For this I thank you.
Hello Karen, That is a fun wy to deal with scraps. I use to wait and wait to sort everything out. But then it got so big I just could not deal with it. So I put all of the scraps in bags and gave to a quilting guild. Let's say they where happy to see me (lol). Now I make time every week to do the sorting and now I never get in over my head. Thank you again for such great tips and trics.
I had almost stopped sewing until so many folks had covid here and lots of us got together stuff together for these worker's mask........I provided scraps...........and some how I got hooked on making tiny scraps all sewn together......(some call it crumb quilting).......well, well, I made my first little random strips and got totally addicted....each piece is prettier than the previous piece........I have sheets of these about 5x7 inches all the way to 30 inches by about 17 inches......I might use them for fabric making stuffed animals or door stops or bowl covers..........meanwhile, I need a small rack to hang them on as I make them.....about 36 inches tall and not any wider than a tv table.........but much wider, so I can sew, and sew and hang as I go and press................any ideas how I may make or buy this.....???? thanks
Love the idea of put the scraps in a laundry basket . I have 3 little baskets behind my sewings machine and don’t have space. Thanks for the idea. I love scraps.
I just love all of your videos. You’re my favorite tutor and the delivery is soothing and educational. You’re absolutely adorable and have so many excellent ideas! Thank you so very much!
Love your tutorials on this scrap usage and I also have been sorting mine. What I can get out of blocks, go into those, strips as well. I use the smallest pieces into paper towel tubes and start my woodfire with those or campfire. That works great for us. Have a great day😊
I’m desperately trying to manage my ‘Mt Scrapmore’ but feeling quite overwhelmed with it all. It’s the crumbs I’m struggling with. I like the idea of setting a timer. Thank you for sharing your advice.
Karen, I am earmarking this video for when I am asked how to store/use scraps. Being a scrapaholic myself, this video clearly demonstrates that categorizing the scraps in a manner that works for you makes USING the scraps easy. Yes, in my studio, when a container is full, it is "Stop and MAKE something from this" time...and I love the outcome! Liz in Houston
Your videos have encouraged me to attempt sewing a blanket and see if this is something Id like to do long term. So I took apart 9 men's button down dress shirts and cut 6 inch squares. Started to sew them together. And now a scrap pile has begun. Its been exciting and a bit nervous cause I want it to turn out nice. So far so good. Thank you.
Appreciate this video! After watching, I spent a good week, or more sorting my scraps and turning scraps into useable fabric. From there I made a very cute, stiff sided tote to carry my vintage Spartan sewing machine. Thank you for these inspirational videos!
I have a huge amount of scraps and this week I almost tossed them. After watching your vlog, I'm going to set a timer, grab a bunch and see what I can accomplish. It helps to realize that I can aim to control and not conquer. Love your videos, Karen!
I love the idea of saving all the scraps from a project to use on the back. I don’t know why I never thought of this. Definitely going to start. Thank you
I am super excited to see your ideas for scrap quilts. I make scrappy 5” squares and have about 200 that I have NO idea what to do with and I also have a role of linen or muslin that I make scrappy strips like you. When I can’t close my two scrap drawers I will tackle the scraps again lol.
I make six and a half square crumb blocks and have over 300! Ideas welcome. My favorite thing to do as mindless sewing and save anything too small for other uses. I have totes for 1.5,2,2.5,3 inch squares. A box of triangles for HRT’s,a drawer of various strip width’s, drawer of salvage’s, and totes of leftover blocks and sample blocks. I could just make quilts with all this and never touch my fabric stash!
what a nice surprise on a Saturday sewing day! I have a couple scrap project going, so I sort by what works for them. I try to process one batch at a time and then do a short clean up. Today I will be setting it up elsewhere as we are welcoming company this week. Time for Mt Scrapmore to move! (making crumb blocks and spiderweb blocks)
I make little pouches or mini bags with my batting and scraps. Also I do big bag with scraps and friends/family members love them. Also make appliqué crafts and throw pillows etc. I love all your videos and ideas 🌸
I have been apprehensive about cutting up scraps because sometimes I need a larger piece of material. I see the value, but I still question it for myself.
I don't cut them up either. I either put the larger scraps in with the yardage it came from and fold it with it or I fold as I would fold fat quarters and store that way. I essentially fold any piece from about a fat eighth to a single yard the same way so that they end up 4.5 inches wide and 6 inches or less long. These are stored on end so that each piece is visible in facial tissue boxes (4.5" × 9") that have had the top removed. I can then set these boxes either vertically or horizontally on shelves. I use separate boxes for solids, holiday prints, Disney prints, etc. I have these in an old video media storage unit that was no longer being used. Now it is a colorful fabric storage unit.
I do the same! I have found that fat eights or a long, good-sized odd piece can be just what I need for a quilt. If I cut it up and put it in a pile of disparate fabrics, it will be relegated to scrap and crumb quilts. Otherwise, I pretty much do what she does.
@@annataylor7226 I like the tissue box idea! The boxes are neither bulky nor heavy, can stack in an easy-to-reach spot. I use almost all cut-up clothes and other fabric things, so I think of even small pieces of yardage as Stash, and consider all the little bundles (each garment's scraps are separate and tied with one of the seams) as Stash, then when I use a bundle in a project, any scraps or crumbs stay with the project for making swatches to glue to paper while working out my color scheme, for leaders/enders, test sewing, tension tests, etc. Some quilters might be amazed at the amount of good quality cotton that can be gotten out of the back, front, and sleeves of a large men"s shirt from India or other places where they do great sewing and use good goods!
Thank you for the scrap inspirations. Just finished two scrap tops and working on an after quilt for a quatrefoil quilt. Keeps my husband happy to know that not every new quilt costs more fabric.
Great to see you create the same "mess" as we do trying to sort the scraps. Mt scrapmore multiplies overnight and is great to put your tips into good use. I'm using old telephone book paper for my foundation strips. Works well.
Strips of batting from trimming quilts has emerged as the best ever way to keep pairs of shoes I am reselling together. I wrap in a little tissue paper and nest them, then tie around just tight enough to hold them together.
Wow!! She is so talented and she have a great gift, she is so creative too. That give me some ideas on a smaller scale, I always collect my scraps and crumbs for patchwork 😀 I am not brave enouch to do quilts and at same point I need to go sewing classes learn how to do quilting and binding too. 🧵✂️🪡
OMG what a great idea for batting scraps. I have a bunch of batting scraps that are too much of a pain to sew together. Pillow stuffing is such a great and easy idea.
I used scraps to make my first ever after-quilt after watching your videos - it was a hit with the recipient! Thank you for the practical tips you offer 😊
Karen, I always look forward to your blogs. I also save my scraps, mine bin is called "Tee Tetons." I love your strip scrap and using scraps in your backing. I keep my scraps in a large clear tote. The scraps are in Zip Lock bags, all by color. I always keep a selvage and scraps from each quilt I make. I put them in a ZipLock bag with the name of the pattern and who the quilt was made for. I keep everything in a clear tote. I've found that I use some of the same fabrics in other quilts, don't have enough fabric and know what to look for from the name, pattern and color of the fabric from the saved selvage. I'm going to start using my timer when I get off track in quilting. Lynne
You are so inspiring Karen. I’ll have to remember to try and process my scraps as soon as I’m done with a quilt. I think a pieced back is so interesting, and it could provide wonderful opportunities for unique labeling too!
I have adopted the hamper, but now there are two of them. One for solids and the other for prints. They get to play together but it is so much easier for me to 'see ' the real fabric combos.
Thanks for sharing what to do with batting scraps, I’ll start cutting mine into tiny scraps and give to a friend that can use them to stuff the little dolls she makes.
i like how you use your kitchen island. i have a special table made from two 8 cube structures laid on their side with plyboard on both the top and bottom. 6 caster wheels below and to make the wood not slip, i used shelf lining.
This video hits the spot right now with me as I am trying to use up my scraps but feeling a bit overwhelmed. Your video has validated 'taking a break', & I am going to take your advice & use my timer:). Thanks! Your videos are always opened first:).
Love your bucket idea. I am so grateful to you Karen for sharing this really simple idea. Weirdly, I found it a very freeing, permission-giving trick. Have allocated an under the table bin for my bigger dressmaking scraps and one for my quilting cotton scraps, too big to collect to chop into tiny scraps, but not quite enough for a full project. Genius! Thank you.
Love your scrappy videos. I love playing with scraps and see what I can make out of nothing. Please post your dimensions for cuddle quilts using 5” squares. Please post what batting you use for the strip scraps diagonal blocks, using QAYG method. As always, you have given me great ideas Karen. Thank you and can’t wait to see what you have in store for us in your future videos. 😊
Also curious about the long braids. I've seen some qayg blocks, but I would LOVE to see the braids as I want to make a quilt from scrap braids. Thanks!
Great video! Last year I bought new cutting mats. I kept the old ones for cutting scrap batting, flannel, etc. that make a mess of mats. Still clean them but great use for old mats. 🥰
Me too! Especially for the batting, and now I use it more than my paper cutter for cutting paper too! My older mat it about to split in two-- no problem, I have tape!
It was about time I dealt with my scraps...but I had no idea it was so bad. I had expected to have fun playing with fabric but instead I was taming batting scraps...and I think April will be about turning my scrapage into quilts
I just find your videos so helpful and provide options for many topics in quilting. Thank you
Love your videos , I don't quilt ,I barely sew. But I want to make a scrap bag , doing have to cut my fabric or can I just sew random shapes together?
@Just Get it Done Quilts
Can you do a video on the dusters and projects you use the leftover flannel?
Also, if you have bigger pieces of scrap flannel, reusable pads are a great option! If no one in your family needs them, please consider donating (fabric or finished) so that the huge number of people in need can have access to sanitary products (they are great for an array of needs from menstrual use to postpartum to incontinence depending on thickness). 👍💕
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"Look like a dog's breakfast" I've never heard that phrase before. Funny!
That was hilarious! Is it a Canadian phrase?
I grew up with that in the UK and it's well known here in Australia. Perhaps it's the colonial influence
I've been using it since forever; I am Canadian too.
Very Australian.
In the UK we say 'dog's dinner'
I adore how minimal the waste is when you process your scraps. ❤
Karen you are one of my favorite quilter teachers to watch especially on how you manage your scraps! I like the idea of dedicating one time a month to dealing w them. Thank you so much always!
Karen is my favorite teacher as well. I am a beginner quilter and have learnt so much from her
I plan to sort them while watching a movie or some other British murder mystery series!!
@@wendyh3206 me too!
I make a “pillow case”, put it in a trash can like a trash bag, put my unusable scraps in there. Once full,I sew it closed and give it to my local shelter as a dig or cat bed.
I had almost stopped sewing until so many folks had covid here and lots of us got together stuff together for these worker's mask........I provided scraps...........and some how I got hooked on making tiny scraps all sewn together......(some call it crumb quilting).......well, well, I made my first little random strips and got totally addicted....each piece is prettier than the previous piece........I have sheets of these about 5x7 inches all the way to 30 inches by about 17 inches......I might use them for fabric making stuffed animals or door stops or bowl covers..........meanwhile, I need a small rack to hang them on as I make them.....about 36 inches tall and not any wider than a tv table.........but much wider, so I can sew, and sew and hang as I go and press................any ideas how I may make or buy this.....???? thanks
I do the same. The shelter is always glad to have another pet bed.
What a lovely thing donating quilts for charity. A pretty quilt can mean a lot for someone going through a difficult time. ❤
I do a lot of charity quilts for people now!
Carolyn, you're an angel 😇
As soon as the quilt is complete, I cut 2.5" strips; 5" squares. I have a shoe box for just 2 x 3.5" pieces. These make a great scrap quilt. When that shoe box is full I'll sew them together in 2's. The rest of the pieces go into a bin to be dealt with later. I find that this saves me time. Love your videos and now always make after quilts:)
I love your transparency, you are so honest and willing to admit you’ve let your stash get a bit out of hand but you then get it sorted too
The mark of a true quilter is near-painful resourcefulness. Yours is a shining beacon, and I can't wait to see the quilts that come from it!
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Karen it is so wonderful how real you keep it. We all let things get out of control and you’ve given us a strategy to get it under control and for that I am grateful. I feel loyalty to you and a few others in YT, and as such I am beginning to watch the ads on your videos to the end. I have come to understand you are paid according to how much of the ad is watched. Just know that I (and more than likely others) appreciate your videos enough to do the courtesy of assuring you are reimbursed for the work and thought that goes into the making of each these videos.
Thank you for your support
Sometimes I do a Play All for my favorite channels and let it run overnight with the sound off.
Karen, I enjoy your videos so much. I find spending time with you on the videos is like hanging around with a friend. You’ve been especially good for us during times of isolation, thank you.
You are so real and honest. You don't paint the picture to make yourself look good. I love watching you.
I'm a new quilter. I've taught myself from watching you tube. I keep all my scraps in plastic bags and write on the bag what quilt the leftover material was from. I don't have a lot as I've only made about 14 quilts. My mom has Vascular Dementia and wants me to make all her grand and great grandchildren a quilt so they will have something to remember her of when she's gone. I've done 11 and have 7 more to do. I've done 4 this month! I embroidery their name and birth date with a heart and both our names on each one.
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The first time you said "Mt. Scrapmore" I thought you said "Scrap morgue"! 😂😂😂 And I thought, how appropriate! Wanted to say too that I love that quilt hanging on the wall behind you at :25 (and intermittently through the rest of the vid). Great tips for the scraps, thanks!
That is the back, made from scraps, of another project. The video is here: ua-cam.com/video/i8bXDT2BJKg/v-deo.html
@@cleementine Thank you! No wonder I liked it, I love that fabric line! 😊👍
I had forgotten about crumb blocks. When I was strapped for cash I would beg for scraps. I would put them together ❤ I made a lot of fun projects. Thanks for reminding me. Chrissy B
Frankenbatting!!! You make me laugh all the time. Do you even know how funny you are? Love it!
LOL "a dog's breakfast" love it! I so enjoy your videos.. thank you
Thanks Karen as always you look lovely cute hair & thanks for great tips on scraps😊
I LOVE YOUR YOU TUBE CHANNEL. I CAN’T get enough! 😄
Scraps .... the gift that just keeps giving. Another great video. Thanks
Mt. Stashmore, Frankenbatting; you’re the best.
I like the idea of using the left over pieces of a quilt on the back. I really enjoy making the backing a surprise.
Oh gosh, I found it so nice that I’m going to make a quilt like that😂
Oh Karen, you're just the best!
I love how you show to clean up.
Awe Karen, I just wanted to give you a huge hug when you reached that point in sorting where you had just had it. We've all been there. For me, mine doesn't come with scraps but with piecing. I want to just keep going and get it done. Well then out comes the seam ripper. I liked that you revisited some of your old videos and incorporated it into this. I have your after quilt video saved because you have a couple blocks in there I love. Another great video. Thanks.
Thank you
I have been following you for quite some time but don't get a chance to comment because I'm hand sewing quilt blocks. Thank you so much for posting these videos as they are so much fun!
Heartfelt thanks, Karen!!! You always appear when inspiration is needed!!! You are a blessing!!!
I am always encouraged when I watch you! Thanks.
I found an awesome way of deal with my Mt Scrapmore...I got my boxes of scraps out and am doing a crazy quilt and with the scraps from those scraps I am making a dog bed. I have leftover fleece that I make into a pillowcase. I put the pillowcase in a basket and put the scraps in that. Then when it is full, I sew up the end and tada, I ha e a dog bed. I can even donate them to an animal shelter...thank you Missouri Star Quilt company for the idea.
What is the white fabric you are sewing the straps to? I am new to sewing and quilting. So any information is helpful.
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Happy first day of spring & quilting day!!
Wishing a very happy ‘National Quilting Day’ to all the wonderful quilters out there!! March 20, 2021
I can't wait for "get these blocks into quilts" month.
There is something really beautiful about scrappy quilts.
You give me hope. I have 50 plastic totes of material sorted in different colors, seasonal, and types of material. I have had kids moving in and out for 20 years so I haven't had the time or ability to get quilting done so now its time. And I cannot wait.
When my daughter started her online business, I gave her free rein to my fabric totes and sewing supplies. Her best sellers are fabrics and trims from over 30 years ago. Now I enjoy full days with helping her sew inventory and photo shoots... Lol Take care and be safe 😷
Hi Karen. I also manage my scraps on a monthly basis. Once a month I also create 9 patch blocks from my 2 1/2 inch squares as well as my 5 inch squares. This past month I decided it was time to do something with my 9 patch scrap blocks and my large supply of 5 inch charms. I made 5 scrappy twin sized quilt tops for my nieces and nephews that I will quilt by Christmas. They are all in different configurations, were easy to assemble and went together so quickly because the blocks were already sewn together. I love keeping my scraps sorted like yours and I also like spending time creating usable blocks out of them to store for later use. I would love to see a video of you making several simple quilt top designs using only your cut scraps plus maybe a solid background on them.
Frankenbatting!!! So accurate. I am still drowning in scraps, but I am using them up via your suggestions. Love your videos!!! You seriously are the best.
Marylou
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My favorite video, I've watched it 12 times i swear
For me, diving into scraps is like a trip down memory lane. Even the smallest piece of that fabric I bought when I first started quilting (now 17 years ago already!) holds a memory of all the different projects I have used it for. It is a beautiful, sentimental journey and it ALSO WASTES A LOT OF TIME - so my mountain seems to just get bigger and bigger. Too much sentiment!
I enjoy watching your organization and creative skills. This is always fun for me especially in the middle of the night when I can't sleep. I have been inspired and started making quilt tops again. So thank you Karen.
I just love the way you do these vlogs and the clear explanations of what to do with all our scraps 😃
I'm so jealous of your quilt stash! And your organized space. I love sewing with scraps and don't have enough projects to generate all the scraps I wish I could play with! I love your way of multitasking projects, letting each type of block/strip/panel/etc accumulate until it is enough for its own quilt. What fun!
A local thrift store has $1 Sundays, 75¢ Mon, 50¢ Tues, - on one color of tags each week. I search for 100% cotton, quilting weight, clothing items, or "fancy fabric" things. Then cut the shirts and skirts into strips and squares for scrap quilts or use as fabric for doll clothing. Fancy fabric is used for Art quilt projects, doll clothing or costumes. Have also made party dresses for small children.
@@paulinelarson465 That does sound fun! I will hit my local thrift store this week!
As a new quilter with basically no stash, this is all incredibly intimidating and overwhelming to me! How you keep all this information straight in your head is incredible.
Give it a month and you’ll have a stash!! Haha
Well you’re lucky that you saw this video before you accumulate your stash. You can set up your containers now. Either you can do solid colors and patterns like she does. Because right now you may not know exactly how you want to organize them but at least you can get started
Welcome to the crazy fabric club, when you find the style of quilting you love. You'll find that you absorb info like a sponge, I've been quilting for 25 years and I still learn something from shows, UA-cam,blogs and the library. Enjoy the journey.
Wow your awesome!!:) I really love how you use up all your scraps! The creativity is awesome:)
Karen, a good eraser works best on the fibers that get stuck in your cutting mat. I can’t think of the name, “Grüeber”?, but it’s German. It gets out the embedded fibers..
Then, to clean up the eraser crumbs, wipe with a wad of that batting scrap you’re tossing.
I love your videos. You always jog my memory and inspire me to get back at it.
I do the batting swipe first. The tape is a quick clean up. The eraser is great for a thorough clean
This is how I manage my scraps, I have one large shoe box and when it gets full I take one day to make zipper pouches and one day to make pot holders and then I cut and organize by color anything that may be left for scrappy quilts. All of my relatives and friends have many pot holders and zipper pouches so I always find homes for the items instead of keeping them because that would kind of defeat the whole purpose of scrap management. Give it away, just give it away!
Gee, I really love this idea, especially as I’m making 2 mug rugs for hubby as he drinks his coffee on our couch. And yes, I find a few drips on the coffee table every so often.
@@quiltgram3056 what dimensions do you make your mug rugs? My husband prefers large coffee mugs. Our daughters refer to the mugs as flower pots. Would 6 x 12 be too big? Occasionally, he'd snack from a small bowl/saucer while at his desk so a rectangle instead of a square seems a better idea(? ) Maybe I'll just sew up a stack of both and watch which he prefers. There's no shortage of scraps lol Take care and be safe 😷
Great ideas Lynda. I like the idea of microwave bowl cozies in that list of ideas too.
Mount Scrapmore, Ha! At first I thought you said Scrap Morgue! Well either one is accurate!
My mount scrapemore is like a mountain range. I need to get busy. You had some good tips. TFS!
Include some of your scraps with each quilt. That way if there is any damage to the quilt, they have a matching replacement piece. I will hide some under the quilt label so it get the same number of washings as the quilt. Then the scraps are their rescue!
Great idea
I love the way you think & create. I subscribed to your channel January 2021. I so appreciate all your experience & the methods of teaching. I have worked on my scraps for the past 2 weekends,4 days each "weekend". I've gotten so sore, so tired, & so regret not remembering to SET that TIMER! I can now see what I have. All my material is folded and accessable. Let the fun begin. Huge thanks to you. Blessings always from Michigan.
Hello, I after watching your video it reminded me of all the time spent making 2 /12 “ squares and strips, 4” squares, and 5” squares. Thinking I will use them someday. Well I did make two tops, but not quilted yet. Then I got burned out and decided to donate them to the church. I thought out of sight out of mind. Well of course I’m right back where I was, cutting squares, etc. but now I have a better understanding of what to do with them now after watching what you miraculously do with yours. For this I thank you.
Hello Karen, That is a fun wy to deal with scraps. I use to wait and wait to sort everything out. But then it got so big I just could not deal with it. So I put all of the scraps in bags and gave to a quilting guild. Let's say they where happy to see me (lol). Now I make time every week to do the sorting and now I never get in over my head. Thank you again for such great tips and trics.
I had almost stopped sewing until so many folks had covid here and lots of us got together stuff together for these worker's mask........I provided scraps...........and some how I got hooked on making tiny scraps all sewn together......(some call it crumb quilting).......well, well, I made my first little random strips and got totally addicted....each piece is prettier than the previous piece........I have sheets of these about 5x7 inches all the way to 30 inches by about 17 inches......I might use them for fabric making stuffed animals or door stops or bowl covers..........meanwhile, I need a small rack to hang them on as I make them.....about 36 inches tall and not any wider than a tv table.........but much wider, so I can sew, and sew and hang as I go and press................any ideas how I may make or buy this.....???? thanks
Your afterquilt has a feeling of a totem . . . gorgeous!!
Love the idea of put the scraps in a laundry basket . I have 3 little baskets behind my sewings machine and don’t have space. Thanks for the idea. I love scraps.
I just love all of your videos. You’re my favorite tutor and the delivery is soothing and educational. You’re absolutely adorable and have so many excellent ideas! Thank you so very much!
Why on earth people would give any of your videos a thumbs down is beyond me! I've learnt sooooo much from you thank you!!
I'm guessing it is a case of a wobbly finger! Karen you have so many good ideas, thank you!
Love your tutorials on this scrap usage and I also have been sorting mine. What I can get out of blocks, go into those, strips as well. I use the smallest pieces into paper towel tubes and start my woodfire with those or campfire. That works great for us. Have a great day😊
I’m desperately trying to manage my ‘Mt Scrapmore’ but feeling quite overwhelmed with it all. It’s the crumbs I’m struggling with. I like the idea of setting a timer. Thank you for sharing your advice.
Your sewing room is dreamy !!
Karen, I am earmarking this video for when I am asked how to store/use scraps. Being a scrapaholic myself, this video clearly demonstrates that categorizing the scraps in a manner that works for you makes USING the scraps easy. Yes, in my studio, when a container is full, it is "Stop and MAKE something from this" time...and I love the outcome! Liz in Houston
Your videos have encouraged me to attempt sewing a blanket and see if this is something Id like to do long term. So I took apart 9 men's button down dress shirts and cut 6 inch squares. Started to sew them together. And now a scrap pile has begun. Its been exciting and a bit nervous cause I want it to turn out nice. So far so good. Thank you.
I gotta get a timer. My mount scrapmore is insane. I gotta get a handle on all of this. Your a rock star, Karen. Seriously.
Appreciate this video! After watching, I spent a good week, or more sorting my scraps and turning scraps into useable fabric. From there I made a very cute, stiff sided tote to carry my vintage Spartan sewing machine. Thank you for these inspirational videos!
I have a huge amount of scraps and this week I almost tossed them. After watching your vlog, I'm going to set a timer, grab a bunch and see what I can accomplish. It helps to realize that I can aim to control and not conquer.
Love your videos, Karen!
I LOVE SELVAGES!!!!! Especially Tula Pink ones.
I love the idea of saving all the scraps from a project to use on the back. I don’t know why I never thought of this. Definitely going to start. Thank you
I've been cutting my scraps into 2-1/2" and 1-1/2" strips. I want to make some log cabins with them. I didn't realize how much fabric I had. Wow 💕
“Mount Scrapmore” lol great name for my pile !!!
Сколько труда! Вы молодец! Спасибо за видео! Всегда Вас смотрю
I am super excited to see your ideas for scrap quilts. I make scrappy 5” squares and have about 200 that I have NO idea what to do with and I also have a role of linen or muslin that I make scrappy strips like you. When I can’t close my two scrap drawers I will tackle the scraps again lol.
I make six and a half square crumb blocks and have over 300! Ideas welcome. My favorite thing to do as mindless sewing and save anything too small for other uses. I have totes for 1.5,2,2.5,3 inch squares. A box of triangles for HRT’s,a drawer of various strip width’s, drawer of salvage’s, and totes of leftover blocks and sample blocks. I could just make quilts with all this and never touch my fabric stash!
I love the quilt behind you. It is just stunning!
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what a nice surprise on a Saturday sewing day! I have a couple scrap project going, so I sort by what works for them. I try to process one batch at a time and then do a short clean up. Today I will be setting it up elsewhere as we are welcoming company this week. Time for Mt Scrapmore to move! (making crumb blocks and spiderweb blocks)
I make little pouches or mini bags with my batting and scraps. Also I do big bag with scraps and friends/family members love them. Also make appliqué crafts and throw pillows etc. I love all your videos and ideas 🌸
Hi Karen nice too see you love all your demo's they're so inspirational 🤗🤗🤗😁😁
Hope all's well with you and your family 💖💖💖💖💖💖
I have been apprehensive about cutting up scraps because sometimes I need a larger piece of material. I see the value, but I still question it for myself.
I don't cut them up either. I either put the larger scraps in with the yardage it came from and fold it with it or I fold as I would fold fat quarters and store that way. I essentially fold any piece from about a fat eighth to a single yard the same way so that they end up 4.5 inches wide and 6 inches or less long. These are stored on end so that each piece is visible in facial tissue boxes (4.5" × 9") that have had the top removed. I can then set these boxes either vertically or horizontally on shelves. I use separate boxes for solids, holiday prints, Disney prints, etc. I have these in an old video media storage unit that was no longer being used. Now it is a colorful fabric storage unit.
I do the same! I have found that fat eights or a long, good-sized odd piece can be just what I need for a quilt. If I cut it up and put it in a pile of disparate fabrics, it will be relegated to scrap and crumb quilts. Otherwise, I pretty much do what she does.
@@annataylor7226 I like the tissue box idea! The boxes are neither bulky nor heavy, can stack in an easy-to-reach spot. I use almost all cut-up clothes and other fabric things, so I think of even small pieces of yardage as Stash, and consider all the little bundles (each garment's scraps are separate and tied with one of the seams) as Stash, then when I use a bundle in a project, any scraps or crumbs stay with the project for making swatches to glue to paper while working out my color scheme, for leaders/enders, test sewing, tension tests, etc. Some quilters might be amazed at the amount of good quality cotton that can be gotten out of the back, front, and sleeves of a large men"s shirt from India or other places where they do great sewing and use good goods!
Thank you for the scrap inspirations. Just finished two scrap tops and working on an after quilt for a quatrefoil quilt. Keeps my husband happy to know that not every new quilt costs more fabric.
Great to see you create the same "mess" as we do trying to sort the scraps. Mt scrapmore multiplies overnight and is great to put your tips into good use. I'm using old telephone book paper for my foundation strips. Works well.
I just love your videos. Scrap quilts are my favourite
Strips of batting from trimming quilts has emerged as the best ever way to keep pairs of shoes I am reselling together. I wrap in a little tissue paper and nest them, then tie around just tight enough to hold them together.
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Wow!! She is so talented and she have a great gift, she is so creative too. That give me some ideas on a smaller scale, I always collect my scraps and crumbs for patchwork 😀 I am not brave enouch to do quilts and at same point I need to go sewing classes learn how to do quilting and binding too. 🧵✂️🪡
thanks sooo soo much Karen!!! helped me tons! love from Québec xxxxxxxx
I love the little 4 piece 2 1/2" blocks. They can be used anywhere. Congrats on getting so much done.
Your scrap busting is quite inspiring. Thanks so much for the tips!
OMG what a great idea for batting scraps. I have a bunch of batting scraps that are too much of a pain to sew together. Pillow stuffing is such a great and easy idea.
I used scraps to make my first ever after-quilt after watching your videos - it was a hit with the recipient! Thank you for the practical tips you offer 😊
Karen, I always look forward to your blogs. I also save my scraps, mine bin is called "Tee Tetons." I love your strip scrap and using scraps in your backing. I keep my scraps in a large clear tote. The scraps are in Zip Lock bags, all by color.
I always keep a selvage and scraps from each quilt I make. I put them in a ZipLock bag with the name of the pattern and who the quilt was made for. I keep everything in a clear tote. I've found that I use some of the same fabrics in other quilts, don't have enough fabric and know what to look for from the name, pattern and color of the fabric from the saved selvage.
I'm going to start using my timer when I get off track in quilting.
Lynne
You are so inspiring Karen. I’ll have to remember to try and process my scraps as soon as I’m done with a quilt. I think a pieced back is so interesting, and it could provide wonderful opportunities for unique labeling too!
I am new to quilting and I find your videos so informative and helpful! I subscribed after the first video of yours that I watched 😊
Quelle patience, quel magnifique travail. Je vous admire ! 👏
Just got a new machine and can't wait to make scraps
Thank you so much for this video. As a Newby, this is very helpful!
I have adopted the hamper, but now there are two of them. One for solids and the other for prints. They get to play together but it is so much easier for me to 'see ' the real fabric combos.
My scraps are all paper ones- as yet- and there has to be a comparison for how I can organize them ! Very helpful Karen, hanks for sharing.
Thanks for sharing what to do with batting scraps, I’ll start cutting mine into tiny scraps and give to a friend that can use them to stuff the little dolls she makes.
i like how you use your kitchen island. i have a special table made from two 8 cube structures laid on their side with plyboard on both the top and bottom. 6 caster wheels below and to make the wood not slip, i used shelf lining.
This video hits the spot right now with me as I am trying to use up my scraps but feeling a bit overwhelmed. Your video has validated 'taking a break', & I am going to take your advice & use my timer:). Thanks! Your videos are always opened first:).
Love your bucket idea. I am so grateful to you Karen for sharing this really simple idea. Weirdly, I found it a very freeing, permission-giving trick. Have allocated an under the table bin for my bigger dressmaking scraps and one for my quilting cotton scraps, too big to collect to chop into tiny scraps, but not quite enough for a full project. Genius! Thank you.
Love your scrappy videos. I love playing with scraps and see what I can make out of nothing.
Please post your dimensions for cuddle quilts using 5” squares.
Please post what batting you use for the strip scraps diagonal blocks, using QAYG method.
As always, you have given me great ideas Karen. Thank you and can’t wait to see what you have in store for us in your future videos. 😊
Thank you for the videos, it is a releave to see someone else having the same problems, and how you deal with it.
Thank you so much for been so real!
Also curious about the long braids. I've seen some qayg blocks, but I would LOVE to see the braids as I want to make a quilt from scrap braids. Thanks!
Great video! Last year I bought new cutting mats. I kept the old ones for cutting scrap batting, flannel, etc. that make a mess of mats. Still clean them but great use for old mats. 🥰
Me too! Especially for the batting, and now I use it more than my paper cutter for cutting paper too! My older mat it about to split in two-- no problem, I have tape!