Fabric Scrap Management From a Prolific Quilter.

I have tried many systems over the years for keeping my scraps in an orderly manner. I USE my scraps all the time. The system I have now is pretty simple, and works best for me. Sometimes we just need to try different thing until we are able to find a way to manage and use our scraps.

If you hate scraps? Well then - don't manage them. Don't even watch this. Give them to a friend who LOVES scraps.

I believe our creative places need to function well and give us joy!

[infopubs]

I love seeing other people's scrap systems! And I love that you say it can never be wrong :)

[redknitter]

Love your ideas for sorting. I really need to see some more of those scrap quilts and how you would use the tubs of colours

[barbaragrant]

I've watched several videos on storing fabric that really didn't get me motivated, but your video made it all a clear pathway and in 3 (half) days I have it all done! I'm so pleased, and grateful that you shared all of the details. More than just how to fold fabric to store it. Awesome! In addition, I made up a number of quilt scrap bags with all of the scraps I didn't really want so I can donate them. What a relief! (Update: I put the scraps on Craigslist for free, and a high school girl taking sewing classes came and got them.)

[ToniGuerrero]

Thank you for sharing this. It is the first functional and practical system I've seen and I love it!

[debbyshadeck]

I just want you to know this video started me on a 3 week journey of sorting my scraps into bins similar to yours. Thanks for the inspiration!!!

[TreebeardsHome]

3:44 “We are always right when we are sorting our own fabrics.”

Thank you. I have really bad anxiety & get overwhelmed so quickly. I think saying this about anything we do at home can really help in those moments.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. I hope you have a beautiful day. Blessed be.

[BAMom]

Just recently started cutting my scraps up into precut sizes (charm squares, layer cakes, jelly rolls) and that really helped me to actually use them. I dont have a lot of fabric or scraps so it works for now.

[wilycat]

I've seen your scrap quilts using specific colors for each block.... beautiful. Never stop publishing your work here. Thank you for the video 😊👍💕

[KM-fexe]

This makes my OCD heart happy. Organized, labeled, stacked. ❤

[trinam]

I love your system!!! I also made my own scrap system. Then changed it when I started doing farmers market and the sizes I used most changed. But because it was MY system I could do that! I also love doing crumb blocks and also cut them into 6.5"! I dont do mine by color. I have a huge crumb bin and just grab pieces out and sew them together. I love the scrappiness. Once my block tub is full I pick a sashing and make a quilt. 😊

[elleelle]

Like you said, your way can't be wrong for you! Great video :-)

[patriciacrafton]

Watching your videos makes me so happy! I love your attitude of “do what’s best for you…”

[lorraineadkins]

This is exactly how I keep my scraps except for the 2” ones. Nice video.

[bonniestalhiem]

That little scrap doll is adorable! 💖 I’m so glad you got to keep it…I would’ve as well had it been from my daughter. 👍🏻👵🏻

[tedipatterson]

Your method is perfect for me! I don't like to cut precuts. That seems to limit the possibilities.I love that you said, "Whatever you do is right!"

[dorothydishman]

My sorting is very similar to yours, I too, work from my scraps first then move into the yardage. At one point I spent more time sorting & organizing than sewing, but finally settled into a routine when I sorted the scraps from each completed project before starting the next one. My system started after learning about Bonnie Hunter's scrap saver system, which has really been a boon in scrap quilting. Thanks for reinforcing thebneef for organizing scraps.

[FoD]

You're so right about having to learn what you personally use most - I only just worked out that I prefer jelly roll strips to everything else, so all my scraps get cut into those. This video gave me the confidence to do that - thank you! Deb x 🤗

[djpamdemonium]

Just started seriously sorting my scraps and love your system the best. I love scraps, its like going down memory lane every time you go through them or use them.

[szelop]

I just found your videos & have enjoyed them so much!

[zainylainy]

Love your way of sorting scraps! And that doll is so precious!