I don't have a large sewing room. Scraps are limited to the double stack scrapbook boxes. (12x12). One holds pieces that are almost fat quarter size and the other holds smaller pieces. Scraps are starched and ironed. I do use them for machine embroidery.
Earlier this year, I sent 3 zip loc bags full of scraps out to someone that will use them for charity quilts. I haven't missed one piece yet. Honestly, I don't do scraps so quite happy to pass them along.
It's time to use up that hamper of scraps and make some pretty quilts. If they overwhelm you, send them on to someone else and bless others. Either choice is Win-Win!