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  1. 10-28-2014, 01:33 AM #1
    justflyingin
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    In trouble. Need ideas to help use these up! 2.5" strips

    I've been cutting up some scraps.


    These are each 120 liters (approx. 30 gallons) trash bags. They are full of either 2.5" strips or subcut into 2.5" blocks already.

    I realize than any jelly roll patterns would work, but do you have any fantastic ideas for using these up?

    I just saw a "Beach Ball quilt" that someone posted here. I'll put that on my list. I can pull coordinated or contrasting strips from these bags. I have plenty of white or off white to use.

    Any pictures or names of quilt patterns that use primarily 2.5" strips or squares would be appreciated.
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  2. 10-28-2014, 01:38 AM #2
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    the first place i look for inspiration when it comes to scraps is http://quiltville.com/
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  3. 10-28-2014, 10:19 PM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by PatriceJ View Post
    the first place i look for inspiration when it comes to scraps is http://quiltville.com/
    I love Bonnie Hunter on quiltville.com also. She uses strips to make the cutest blocks. I have 3 of her books, and I have made a few of them. Leaders and Enders is my favorite. You might want to check out her mystery quilts, the patterns are free until she puts them in a book. I am so looking forward to the Next Mystery, the first clue, the day after Thanksgiving.
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  4. 10-29-2014, 03:34 AM #4
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    Try www.MaryQuilts.com for even more neat scrappy patterns.
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  5. 10-30-2014, 04:43 AM #5
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    Quote Originally Posted by PatriceJ View Post
    the first place i look for inspiration when it comes to scraps is http://quiltville.com/
    Bonnie's scrappy trip around the world is all 2.5 strips.
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  6. 10-28-2014, 02:20 AM #6
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    I took gal. size zip bags , stuffed them with the scraps,labled COTTON SCRAPS,donated a few to Goodwill,charity organiztions.........Looks like it wouldn't make a dent .......
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  7. 10-28-2014, 02:45 AM #7
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    That is what I was going to do with all the scraps I made last week. I made 36 pair of pajama pants and am now ready to clean up all the scraps. After I get all the scraps cut into strips I want to make floor pillows and strip quilts
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  8. 10-28-2014, 02:55 AM #8
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    Give making strips on the diagional a try. They really look good & are fast. I was in a swap & have made many more. They are just such a 'no brainer', then cut to desired size. I even added a black strip to opposite ends, that make a diamond when 4 are put together..Quilting Forum has a rectangle swap going on. Just google 'string quilts' for ideas… Good luck!
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  9. 10-29-2014, 04:55 PM #9
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    I just take all of my smaller scraps, put them in a large "If it fits it ships"box and offer it to someone here for postage.
    They are gone so quick, I don't second guess myself!
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    Here are a few photos I have saved from QB, but I am unsure to whom I give credit. Sounds like you have had a very busy summer, and certainly made good use of your time!
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