Uses for fleece scraps

Old 10-07-2011, 01:15 PM
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Are there creative uses for scraps of fleece fabric? Over the years I've made pj pants from fleece. All various solid colors. So I have those long strips left from the pant edges, and also the scraps from the crotch areas. Not fun colors - gray, brown, etc.

If this creative group of quilters doesn't have any good ideas, I think I know of a group that uses fabric scraps to fill pillows for either a homeless shelter, or the dog shelter.

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Old 10-07-2011, 01:20 PM
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Can you cut into squares and make a throw out of them. I have one on my couch made from fleece scraps. It's very warm to snuggle with. Single layer and made it into a rag quilt.
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Do you know anyone who uses a CPAP machine? I have read that the fleece scraps are great to make coverings for the hose, and also if they use a full face mask to cover the straps that go across the cheeks.
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Put them in an old pillow case, sew up the open end and give it to the local animal shelter for their dogs and cats.
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Scarves, mitts and toques can all be made from fleece ... so patch it up and make fabric then onwards!
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Take 3 of those long strips and tie a knot at the end...then braid the length...
Tie another knot at the other end and 1 in the middle and you have a great dog toy.
These have been tested by the the 2 labs next door and they have a ball...
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great idea

Originally Posted by Tink's Mom
Take 3 of those long strips and tie a knot at the end...then braid the length...
Tie another knot at the other end and 1 in the middle and you have a great dog toy.
These have been tested by the the 2 labs next door and they have a ball...
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Dog toys as mentioned and stuffing for dog toys. They wash so well.
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Thanks for the suggestions- I, for one, plan to use them all!!
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Made a robe (scrappy) and wore it for years. Of course, the kids thought I was a little crazy but . . .
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