Well, I keep it all. The smallest pieces, I use for stuffing teddy bears, and other projects that get stuffed. I then sort from 1 1/2" pieces, 1", 2", and so forth. I love to make pillows and this comes in handy for the decorative ones. I do have to make at least 1 per month. This is okay. My DD is getting a new place and always seams to need something made. If it is something no one needs, I sell it. So save those small pieces, if you can.