5 WAYS TO USE UGLY FABRIC ***FREE QUILT PATTERN***

💝🧵🇨🇦We all have ‘UGLY’ Fabric. We are given some of it, sometimes it comes with other fabric , or simply over time our tastes change . Here’s a fast & easy quilt block pattern that turns into a quilt in no time. It's easily modified to fit the fabric that you have. And I have four other ways to use those ‘ugly’ fabrics as well. So grab your cuppa and sit back.

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[kathybridges]

Your beautiful “UGLY QUILT” inspired me and my quilting buddies!!
I tackled the first one that I made at a retreat and we all loved it so much that we decided to all make Ugly Quilts at our next retreat and we put a spin on it!
We decided to each bring our “ugly’” fabric already cut into squares and trade them. Rules of the trade – take as many squares that you brought. It was so fun to see and use each other’s beautiful “ugly” fabric.
Some of us made big quilts, some of us made small quilts. Some of us did 4 cuts per fabric square and others did more cuts – more cuts make each fabric piece smaller but makes the quilt more varied…
I hope this inspires some more quilters to use up some of their “what am I going to do with this???” fabric.
I was going to post pictures of our quilts but cant figure out how to do it...

[motherhenn]

My mom was making an ugly quilt for charity. She died suddenly. Then a year later, my sister was in a horrific accident. She broke 13 bones and shattered her femur. She really was missing Mom. So I finished that ugly quilt and brought it to my sister. I didn't even wash it. She was so comforted by that ugly thing and she still cherishes it - the last quilt Mom made.

[LifeHappens-xupg]

Yup, you are the quilting queen 🥰 The way you explained why the quilt isn’t a wombat, was just so sweet. I don’t think it’s ugly at all, it’s cozy, and wonderful!

[mariankelly]

Karen, your "ugly" quilt pattern gave me inspiration! My oldest daughter is recently engaged and I considered making a quilt for their bed as a wedding gift but ... they have 2 dogs that they allow to sleep on the bed. After I watched your video I realized I have leftover cotton remnants from clothes made for her over the years. I found 12 swatches and have a lap size quilt top almost finished, and will give it to her at a shower party - memories from her youth that she can cuddle with, and I don't care if the dogs snuggle in too. Thanks for the idea!

[Curandera]

Great video. Great instructions. But your reason for why a WOMBAT are golden words of wisdom. I'm a seamstress, not a quilter. I"ve had an alteration shop for 7 years. The one surprising lesson I've learned is that fabric holds memories like a scent does. Your words may finally get me into quilting. Thank you.

[ravensmokedancer]

Uuuugh I am SO glad you did this one!! In 2014, this lady was selling her home and all her things. She was 80 years old and moving away. She was selling ALL of her quilt stuff and she sold me 25 lbs of fabric for $35 bucks!! I tried not to take it all but she was "Please!! I can't move all of this stuff!" so I took it and let me tell ya, some of it was Shopping from my stash has been a struggle LOL!!!! I feel much better now!!! Thank you Karen!!!

[margaritaclark]

I really like the ugly blanket. Its a great idea for old fabric you don't like. Honestly it is perfect for young kids and not care if it gets ruined.

[beckyfenton]

I find it amusing how many of your "ugly" fabrics I like

[bretjoramo]

the mrs. here...my ex SIL wanted to learn to quilt. i used my ugly fabric as i knew she'd not last, lol. while finishing it for the car, my sister said she'd take it (site unseen) for her dog getting on their bed. some years later she asked me to repair it. THAT WAS THE UGLIEST QUILT!!! i had forgotten just how ugly! i told her that one was so ugly i'd make her a new one. in a quiet voice as she petted that ugly quilt, she told me, " for nearly 20 yrs every winter this was on my bed, i was covered with your love. when i was feeling down or sick, i was wrapped in your caring. and in those middle-of-the-night rocking a cranky baby, wrapped in this quilt, you were there encouraging me. you don't understand just how special this is". that was 30 yrs ago and that ugly quilt now hangs on a wall rack near her bed, reminding her she is loved (her words). and from other comments, ugly quilts have a special place in our lives.

[hazeldw]

That's a great idea for a hospital quilt! Since you'll want to wash it often, a scrappy "ugly" quilt that isn't a family favorite is perfect. Having a quilt while stuck in the hospital is good for the patient and the staff. The white cotton hospital blankets do nothing for the atmosphere.

[crochetedlace]

As a total beginner, I've watched this several times. It's a great place to start for beginners and it doesn't have to be ugly fabric.
This and your video on pre-washing or not has been so useful and practical.
Also, LOVE the fact that you don't spend any time showing us your teapot and lighting candles. You stay 100% on topic.

[melodystull]

Of all the quilts my mom made when she died we all wanted her scrapie quilt. It was made with all our clothes when we were kids. So many memories and more precious than gold

[JustGetitDoneQuilts]

Good morning everyone. While I was organizing my fabrics last week, I realized I had fabric in my stash that I would never quilt with. Some of the fabric I hated but most just were no longer working for me. Then I realized that we all have ‘Ugly’ fabric. I hope that you can use these tips. And for those that are interested, my son is doing better. Thank you for all your goods thoughts.

[robinboberg]

I buy a lot of “ugly fabric” at thrift stores. Now that you’ve put this video out here, I’m sure the picking are going to get harder to find. Thanks for another great idea; you brighten my day, Karen.

[pastevens]

What a brilliant quilt! And the idea that if it's not precious it'll get used more is brilliant, too. Thank you!

[jeanb]

Good Morning from Texas. Every morning I get my coffee and open my ipad to check up on whats going on in my little world. When I see you have posted a new video, all else must wait. I move to my favorite chair and cozy up for a visit with my friend. When your video ends I say a little prayer for your son. Thank you, Karen for spending your precious time with all of your friends around the world.

[bwaldron]

Maybe I'm missing something..why would anyone give this a thumbs down??? What a happy fun quilt.

[dyana]

The ugly quilt that was donated to a hospital turned out real nice. I will have to try that. God bless.

[Mrs.Silversmith]

I don't quilt, but I crochet, and making ugly blankets or scrap afghans is one of the traditional ways of using up our random yarn. Often these projects end up as cherished items for my kids because they are so interesting to look at.

[ArlenePMCM]

The way you describe the comfort factor and logic of having a non-precious quilt makes me want to make one right now! And I've never quilted before! And may I say the quilt from "ugly" fabric is not a bit ugly; thanks for this inspiration. 🙂