Kris P

My scraps are sorted by color into clear shoebox sized bins. At one time, I cut a bunch of 6x4 blocks and 2 1/2" squares for projects. and then assorted sized strips for large blocked log cabin. I never got to the log cabin, so I've been kicking myself for cutting some of those favorite scraps into strips. I also English Paper Piece using 1.5" diamonds, so all the 2" strips have been pulled from that box. Now I've started using 1" hexagons, so 2 1/2" squares are next.

Aurora

I needed a block fast. I had a collection of 3" squares left over from making blocks for a swap in my scrap drawer. Pulled them out and wiped out that block in no time at all. I actually had enough for a small quilt, but only needed a block. They do come in handy for making pincushions, mug rugs, or other small items -- especially if you already have them cut into squares. I always cut extra strips and squares from every project for my scrap drawer and it always comes in handy for other projects.

mirish2

I just take the plunge periodically and make string quilts without any rhyme or reason. Put them blocks together with one color sashing to give it some coherence. Nobody has ever turned one down.

petpainter

I just took a class with my guild with Pat Speth- she's the queen (and author) of Nickel Quilts. I haven't been quilting long enough to have scraps for a quilt, but she sure was an inspiration for cutting 5" blocks. Her patterns are awesome and pieced borders even more exciting...all from 5" squares. I like brighter colors than she uses, but it's all about the lights and darks! I would purchase a "G0" just to keep up with scraps!

Kath12

I have 3 granddaughters that are old enough to learn to use a rotary cutter. I plan on having them practice on cutting up scraps into strips an squares and then sort them this summer since this is such a tedious chore. Then I get to continue on my other projects. They want to make a quilt this summer too so maybe it could be a scrappy quilt.

solstice3

Every now and then I clean up my stash. I save whatever I can in squares or strips up to 2 1/2 inches

judykay

I don't cut my scraps until i get ready to use them. Most of mine go into string quilts for dolls that i do every year for a Christmas party that a lqs helps sponsor for underprivileged children. They are so much fun to do.

luvstoquilt301

I LOVE the Creative Grids Scrap Crazy Templates. As soon as I am done with a project I cut the scraps using this template. I also cut 5 inch charms. My sewing space is small so I cannot have too much stuff. It took awhile to get them cut when I first bought this template set. Now it is easy to keep up with it.

Annaquilts

Yes this or if I end up not using them I spend all that time cutting them. I could have spend that time quilting.

madamekelly

I have started cutting all little scraps into 2.5" strips, and sew them into my own "jellyroll", so I can use them in a truly scrappy QAG. Some of the pieces are 2.5" x 1.5", so I am hoping to get a real scrappy.