The idea of making a bolt of fabric from scraps-----'SIMPLY GENIUS! The securing of the straps out of the way till the final sewing......LIGHTBULB time! THANK YOU!
Great idea to make more than just one. Grocery shopping usually does take more than one. Nice to have them look like a deliberate set. )) I have a single that I put layers of stiff card in the bottom so it stays open when there's odd shapes inside. Those could get covered with cloth too. Thanks. Well done with BARELY any extra music ))))
I’m enjoying seeing new ways to use up scraps! When I’m in between “projects”, I make scrappy/crumb squares. One day they might become a quilt 😅! Some have become mug rugs! Keep sharing! Much 🥰!
Oh wow! Well I'm happy they are passing that, although I know it will take people time to get used to it, but much better than seeing those bags all over nature, in trees and creeks and weird places. !!! You're so very welcome! ☀️♻️
Great ideas, however, for strength where seams will be under stresses, clothing makers use wider seams. 1/4" is used for quuilting, simply because there is never any stress on any of the seams. Have you ever sewn on pockets? And you need a sewn section to strengthen the top edge so the strain of use does not rip the main fabric. A small triangle is often sewn to put the strain over a wider section instead of one thin line of fabric. In the bags you made, a sewn box with an "x" in it rather than a u shape with 2 vulnerable spots would be a lot stronger. There is no need to sew down to the very top of your handles, you can fold bag top in a bit to ptotect goods from the weather if loose. Also completely open tops are that much easier to empty by accident. Protect your hands, keep weightier bags in a shoppng trolley /cart. Please, don't carry them long distances with thin handles. All the best.
Thanks for your comment! I appreciate your experienced take on this! I have three of these bags that I use almost daily and they are holding up fine for a normal "Annette-sized" grocery load. Check out this one my husband requested: It was designed to hold two 12-packs of soda pop. I did have to use the nylon handles but it's his favorite bag and he really loads it up! I made it November 2022! ua-cam.com/video/aZKsxnP6NsA/v-deo.html
Another benefit of making fabric from scraps is being able to reinforce with interfacing to ensure the seams sewn with scraps don't fall apart as easily other than quilting to inner lining
Very clever and cool. I love this idea. I like the "bolt of scraps" for many uses. I can see a quick lap quilt, or a fast placemats gift coming from it. Your bags are lovely. You are so talented and creative. You demonstrate and explain very well. Thank you for sharing this with us.😊💖🍀
I learn so much with your use of scraps. EXCELLENT! Now, I have to go back and watch the first video of your making the bolt of fabric. I never get tired of watching your work with scraps ... I have finally given up organizing my scraps (that will probably never happen, anyway), but you have really helped me just dive right in with what I have and GO FOR IT! So much FUN! These bags are so versatile, useful, and practical. And! I can actually use my scraps for leaders and enders which makes me happier than planned blocks (though one has got to admire a really good block pattern). I just like conglomerates!
Glad you are embracing just going for it! My scraps just go in a little plastic bin all mixed up! I don't organize them too much. Sometimes by size if I'm working on something in particular, but otherwise just all lumped together. Who has time to organize!?!? haha. ☀️♻️
I almost always see something new when I watch your scrap videos over again. This time, I realized that I have scraps in little bins that started being a scrap quilt and never even reached the "cut it into a block" size! A consequence of that is: I have a LOT of little bins taking up fabric space in my storage area. The first time I watch you with your "drawer of scraps", I thought that was weird. Over the months, I have begun to see the wisdom of your small work space. VERY wise! we shall see how much my thinking changes as I continue viewing your fun scrap blocks.@@sunbeamfabricart
I love how easy you make it look to make bags i truly want to try all i have are the ugly stofe bags but i fo havd at least 9 flannel backed table cloths that are rectangle invshape i should be able to make a few bags now to get webbing then i will give it a try
Hi Linda! I've made a LOT, and practice makes us better. (never perfect! ) Here's an 'ugly' tote transformed video! ua-cam.com/video/rU1JO8sf7Ik/v-deo.html - but also check out all my bags playlist for some ideas. PLAYLIST: ua-cam.com/play/PLNgJsWBvdLlFDoBSDeScg5ocNAxu0whwV.html
There's a link to my first video in the description of this video, of how I made the bolt! Hope you watch and it helps! ☀️☀️☀️ Making my first ever SCRAP BOLT (skip to 2 minutes 30 seconds to skip the intro) ua-cam.com/video/zPf-BCTtCTo/v-deo.html
Great question Susan. I don't advise machine laundering these old tablecloths, unless you have packaging that specifically shows machine wash instructions. The vinyl lining can be wiped down easily. If the outside gets dirty, a hand wash in cool water with a little dish soap, rinse and lay flat to dry. Have a great day!☀️
I love the idea of the bolt of scrap fabric. But unfortunately this video just went over my head as a tutorial. Much too fast. But thank you for the ideas.
Thanks so much for the comment! ☀️ You may be interested in this video. It's the same type of bag, but a much slower tutorial for the bag and how I did it. Enjoy! ua-cam.com/video/TjxbACUnPoU/v-deo.html
The idea of making a bolt of fabric from scraps-----'SIMPLY GENIUS!
The securing of the straps out of the way till the final sewing......LIGHTBULB time! THANK YOU!
Thank you so much for your comment Carol! Have FUN with it! ☀️
I love this idea. I am thinking when I’m bored and don’t know what to sew. I could just take my scraps and make more material for future projects.
Definitely! I'm glad you enjoyed! ☀️
Great idea to make more than just one. Grocery shopping usually does take more than one. Nice to have them look like a deliberate set. )) I have a single that I put layers of stiff card in the bottom so it stays open when there's odd shapes inside. Those could get covered with cloth too. Thanks. Well done with BARELY any extra music ))))
Thanks Kate! These bags are SO useful! And putting something in the bottom is a great plan! ☀️
Amazing....so glad your supervisor approved😄 I just came here from watching you create a bolt. So inspiring!
Thanks so much! 😊. He's the best boss ! 😻
Thank you. That was awesome, looking forward to see other projects you make with your scrap fabric.
Thank you! 😊
Great idea especially when you just want to sew mindlessly and still accomplish something. Perhaps this could be a new sewers project. Thanks
You're welcome Dorothy! It's great to have this kind of relaxing, no planning, no mistakes kind of sewing! ☀️
I love your idea of making a fabric bolt from your scraps! I will have to do it with mine. Love your totes.
Thanks so much! ☀️
❤ I love the idea of making scrap fabric yardage, thanks
You are so welcome!
Your "scrap" fabric is beautiful. Thanks for the ideas ✌🏻♥️
You are so welcome! ☀️
Love these bags. What a great idea to use vinyl tablecloth for inside. My cat has to test everything I make, too.
Thanks so much! ☀️☀️☀️. Every garage sale or estate sale I keep my eye out for these!
Thanks for sharing
You're welcome ! ☀️☀️
3 very useful bags - what a great use of the scrappy bolt 🤩
Thanks Lesley! ☀️♻️
What a great project and idea on taming scraps!!!!
Thanks Lisa! ☀️☀️☀️
Travail super efficace et, oui, bel ensemble ! Le recyclage rend encore plus inventif et créatif, belle leçon. Merci Annette. Régine 🇫🇷👍
Merci! Transformer les déchets en trésor est mon bonheur ! ☀️ ♻️
I’m enjoying seeing new ways to use up scraps! When I’m in between “projects”, I make scrappy/crumb squares. One day they might become a quilt 😅! Some have become mug rugs! Keep sharing! Much 🥰!
Thank you so much! ☀️♻️
I use painters tape for my lines and sew on either side then move the tape around where I want my quilting lines.
That's a great idea Vera! ☀️
Love your idea. I will try this. Thank you. Sandra B. ❤️
Have fun! ☀️
Absolutely love this idea and your wonderful tutorial! Thank you!
You are so welcome! ☀️
So clever
Thank you!
Those are so awesome
Thank you! ☀️
Thanks for the ideas! There gonna pass the no more plastic bags here in R.I. ,so these are a perfect gift for birthdays and special occacions.
Oh wow! Well I'm happy they are passing that, although I know it will take people time to get used to it, but much better than seeing those bags all over nature, in trees and creeks and weird places. !!! You're so very welcome! ☀️♻️
Such a great, creative idea!
Thank you! 😊
Great idea. Thx❤
You’re welcome 😊
Very interesting. Thanks for sharing your technique.
Thank you! Cheers! ☀️♻️
The bags are fabulous, the scrap fabric wonderful. Thank you for sharing ❤️😁🌹
Thank you so much, Stella. I may be making another bolt very soon! ☀️
Very nice! I need to do that with my scrap mountain.
Thanks so much! ☀️
Making a “bolt” is a perfect solution! 🤦🏻♀️ My life just became a bit less stressful! 😊
I'm so glad to hear that! Enjoy!
What a great idea! I try to use up as much of my fabric scraps as possible!
Yes indeed! Me too! ☀️. Thanks for watching!
You are brilliant!
Wow, thank you! ☀️
Great ideas, however, for strength where seams will be under stresses, clothing makers use wider seams. 1/4" is used for quuilting, simply because there is never any stress on any of the seams. Have you ever sewn on pockets? And you need a sewn section to strengthen the top edge so the strain of use does not rip the main fabric. A small triangle is often sewn to put the strain over a wider section instead of one thin line of fabric. In the bags you made, a sewn box with an "x" in it rather than a u shape with 2 vulnerable spots would be a lot stronger. There is no need to sew down to the very top of your handles, you can fold bag top in a bit to ptotect goods from the weather if loose. Also completely open tops are that much easier to empty by accident. Protect your hands, keep weightier bags in a shoppng trolley /cart. Please, don't carry them long distances with thin handles. All the best.
Thanks for your comment! I appreciate your experienced take on this! I have three of these bags that I use almost daily and they are holding up fine for a normal "Annette-sized" grocery load. Check out this one my husband requested: It was designed to hold two 12-packs of soda pop. I did have to use the nylon handles but it's his favorite bag and he really loads it up! I made it November 2022! ua-cam.com/video/aZKsxnP6NsA/v-deo.html
Great suggestions. Those of us who sew, know.
Another benefit of making fabric from scraps is being able to reinforce with interfacing to ensure the seams sewn with scraps don't fall apart as easily other than quilting to inner lining
Great idea!! Thanks for sharing.
You are so welcome! ☀️
This is such an awesome way to use up those scraps. Thank you for reminding me that I can make fabric out of scraps.
Hi Christina! You are very welcome! ☀️
genius idea, I make 10 inch crumb blocks, I'll definately try rhis , thank you
Thanks sew much!
Great idea!!
Thank you! 😊
Wow, just WOW!!! Thank you for this fabulous idea. Not just the tote bags, but making fabric out of scraps! ❤️🤦🏼♀️🤯
You're very welcome! ☀️♻️
My dear...what a wonderful idea. BLESS YOUR HEART.BLESSING ZND HAPPY NEW YEARS TO ALL.
Happy new year!
What a great idea. I have everything I need to make several. Excellent! Thanks for sharing
You are so welcome! ☀️
I love this idea. Thanks❤
You're welcome! ☀️
Thanks for the great idea to deal with scraps, save the environment in a beautiful way!
You are so welcome! ☀️♻️
I love the idea of a whole bolt of scrap fabric! I am definitely going to pinch that one. 😊😊
You should! Thanks! ☀️♻️
MANY THANKS AND BAGS WERE LOVELY. IT GAVE ME NEW WAYS GET BOXES OF SCRAPS.😊
You’re welcome 😊
Another great idea! I love using my scraps.❤
Thanks so much! Me too!☀️
Very clever and cool. I love this idea. I like the "bolt of scraps" for many uses. I can see a quick lap quilt, or a fast placemats gift coming from it.
Your bags are lovely. You are so talented and creative. You demonstrate and explain very well.
Thank you for sharing this with us.😊💖🍀
Thanks so much! ☀️
What a great idea to make bolts of fabric from scraps! Those bags are terrific! Thanks once again for a great video tutorial! Cheers from Minnesota
You are so welcome! I'm really glad you enjoyed it! ☀️☀️☀️
Cool! Thank you for sharing!🙌🤗
You're very welcome ☀️♻️
They are really cute. I love that the three match. Currently I am doing scrap fabric for a quilted vest. It is so fun.
Thanks! And I love that idea! ☀️♻️
I learn so much with your use of scraps. EXCELLENT! Now, I have to go back and watch the first video of your making the bolt of fabric. I never get tired of watching your work with scraps ... I have finally given up organizing my scraps (that will probably never happen, anyway), but you have really helped me just dive right in with what I have and GO FOR IT!
So much FUN! These bags are so versatile, useful, and practical. And! I can actually use my scraps for leaders and enders which makes me happier than planned blocks (though one has got to admire a really good block pattern). I just like conglomerates!
Glad you are embracing just going for it! My scraps just go in a little plastic bin all mixed up! I don't organize them too much. Sometimes by size if I'm working on something in particular, but otherwise just all lumped together. Who has time to organize!?!? haha. ☀️♻️
I almost always see something new when I watch your scrap videos over again. This time, I realized that I have scraps in little bins that started being a scrap quilt and never even reached the "cut it into a block" size! A consequence of that is: I have a LOT of little bins taking up fabric space in my storage area. The first time I watch you with your "drawer of scraps", I thought that was weird. Over the months, I have begun to see the wisdom of your small work space. VERY wise! we shall see how much my thinking changes as I continue viewing your fun scrap blocks.@@sunbeamfabricart
I have made panels with scrap fabrics and used them for duvet covers. I also did jean scraps from old jeans and made a cool pullover.
Sounds awesome! ☀️♻️
I have several seasonal vinyl tablecloths. I will no longer throw them away when they wear out. 😮 TY❤
I'm glad to hear that! ☀️☀️
I love how easy you make it look to make bags i truly want to try all i have are the ugly stofe bags but i fo havd at least 9 flannel backed table cloths that are rectangle invshape i should be able to make a few bags now to get webbing then i will give it a try
Hi Linda! I've made a LOT, and practice makes us better. (never perfect! ) Here's an 'ugly' tote transformed video! ua-cam.com/video/rU1JO8sf7Ik/v-deo.html - but also check out all my bags playlist for some ideas. PLAYLIST: ua-cam.com/play/PLNgJsWBvdLlFDoBSDeScg5ocNAxu0whwV.html
I would love to see a video on how to make a bolt out of scraps.
Thx, Lynda
There's a link to my first video in the description of this video, of how I made the bolt! Hope you watch and it helps! ☀️☀️☀️
Making my first ever SCRAP BOLT (skip to 2 minutes 30 seconds to skip the intro)
ua-cam.com/video/zPf-BCTtCTo/v-deo.html
Will that vinyl side stay together after quilting it?
☀️ I haven't had any problems with it. These old tablecloths really hold up to regular use.☀️
Il did the same
That's great to hear! I will probably be making another bolt in 2024! ☀️
@@sunbeamfabricart me too
I bought thrited fabric AND I think that O will Begin in february
The tablecloth part is washable?
Great question Susan. I don't advise machine laundering these old tablecloths, unless you have packaging that specifically shows machine wash instructions. The vinyl lining can be wiped down easily. If the outside gets dirty, a hand wash in cool water with a little dish soap, rinse and lay flat to dry. Have a great day!☀️
Thanks
I love the idea of the bolt of scrap fabric. But unfortunately this video just went over my head as a tutorial. Much too fast. But thank you for the ideas.
Thanks so much for the comment! ☀️ You may be interested in this video. It's the same type of bag, but a much slower tutorial for the bag and how I did it. Enjoy! ua-cam.com/video/TjxbACUnPoU/v-deo.html
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