Batting scraps, keep or throw out?
#71
Originally Posted by quiltsRfun
Someone said they use them on their Swiffer. Just a thought if you don't think you'll use them any other way.
I love the old saying, from the depression I guess (before my time!)
"Use it up, wear it out, make it do, or do without!"
IMHO, We would be in a better place in our country if we practiced this philosophy more today!
#72
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Originally Posted by munchkinmama
Keep for packing up Christmas ornaments
I use small pieces of batting to wipe (kind of scrub) my cutting mat.
#74
I also keep small pieces for small projects, but you can piece large or small pcs of batting to make 1 larger pc. Lay them next to each other, not overlapping -- that would create a bulky seam, then loosely stitch (don't draw the thread up tight) each side by hand w/ a large stitch from one side then the other until all down the line. You don't need a regular "secure" seam -- especially if you stitch thru whatever you put them in, normally a loose stitch is enough. I LOVE all the great ideas - especially the Space Bags -- guess that's what I'll do with my New Year's resolution to organize the sewing room closet. As for using them as dusters & swiffers - be careful -- some batting is scratchy, so don't use on your tv or computer monitor screens.
#75
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Location: Wadesboro, NC
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I throw my scraps away. Used to keep them, but never found a use for them. I live in a small house so I try to get rid of as much clutter as I can. If you can use your scraps for wall hangings, doll quilts, coasters etc. by all means keep them. If you find that scraps are just taking up space that could be put to better use, throw them away.
#78
I would just like to say that yours and many of the other suggestions for leftover batting are just great and some I would have never thought of. We have several species of birds that nest in our yard every year and I love that I can personally contribute to help making their nests. Thanks for yours and all the great suggestions I see here.
#80
Originally Posted by lisbonlizzy
Hi,
This is what I do with batting and material scraps that are too small to really use, I have my two grandchildren, ages 7 and 4, help out the birds by placing these little pieces in bushes and trees they can reach. It gives them a first-hand lesson about life and helping out other creatures. They fed the birds at home, but now they help the birds build their nests, too. They love it!
Lisbonlizzy
This is what I do with batting and material scraps that are too small to really use, I have my two grandchildren, ages 7 and 4, help out the birds by placing these little pieces in bushes and trees they can reach. It gives them a first-hand lesson about life and helping out other creatures. They fed the birds at home, but now they help the birds build their nests, too. They love it!
Lisbonlizzy
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