Pin this roundup of ideas for what to do with knit fabric scrapswith this linkor collage image: What to do with knit fabric scraps 1. Use them as “fabric” and sew a pattern that is specifically made for upcycling and/or using up knit scraps, I have a huge listin this post. 2. ...
In efforts to be more sustainable, I’ve tried to cut down on the amount of fabric I purchase and be really intentional about how I cut out my fabric pieces to reduce the amount of fabric waste as much as possible. Yet still I end up with so many tiny scraps of fabric. If this ...
It can be hard enough to store larger, folded pieces of fabric, but what about tiny strips and squares? Never fear – we’ve got a post coming up that will cover this topic, so you’ll be all set to store your fabric scraps and then sew with them all month-long for National ...
Challenge: The upcycling process can generate waste, such as fabric scraps or worn-out materials. Solution: Be mindful of waste and strive to use every part of the denim. Smaller scraps can be used for patchwork or stuffing for cushions. Collaborate with recycling services to handle any unusabl...
If you don’t have enough scraps for these what to do with leftover felt ideas, check out myfavorite shops to buy wool felt! Ready for some inspiration? What to do with leftover felt 1-Tiny little bowsfrom Craftiness is not Optional ...
Scrap quilts are a great way to use up fabric scraps you have from other projects. "If you enjoy the art of scrap quilting, fat quarters are a fantastic choice as they offer a variety of colors and patterns in a single cut, allowing for a beautifully eclectic finished product," says Th...
Compost is a mixture of organic waste, such as food scraps and garden trimmings, that has decomposed into dark, nutrient-rich dirt. Compost happens naturally in the wild, but you can do it at home too. It saves money on waste disposal and mulch, and it’s good for the environment too...
I turn at a prickling presence and see a gurnong staring at me, big eyes beneath tiny tucked ears. It darts into a shadowy corner, tail flagging out behind it. “Hello, little one,” I whisper to it. “I didn’t mean to startle you.” I haven’t seen one in the wild since I...
Wind chill can be even colder than the surrounding temperatures, and the insulation will do no good if the wind is blowing directly into his home. If this proves to be difficult, you can cover the entrance of the shelter with scraps of carpeting, old bathmats, or plastic sheeting. ...
24. Make a Stovetop Potpourri Pot from Fruit Scraps If your family eats lots of oranges and apples, toss the peels and cores into a pot with water to simmer on the stoves. It makes the best natural potpourri to make the house smell cozy. ...