Economical foundation fabric
#42
I did a similar thing when I used a mattress pad for batting: I was going to throw away the part that covered the sides of the mattress when I realized it was similar weight to my embroidery stabilizer, so after I cut off the elastic I rolled it up and am going to use it next time I embroider quilt blocks. Money is tight so necessity is the mother of invention!!!
#43
Getting back to the point of this thread, instead of what the word cheap means to people, I think the shirt idea is a good one. Never really thought about it. I think it's fun to think of different ways to use fabrics and especially if it saves us money! I like to save money.
#44
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Go back to the utility quilts made during "hard times" - people used a lot of stuff we wouldn't even think of putting in a quilt - and some of these quilts are still around - maybe worse for wear, but still around.
Sugar sacks, old suits, the "good" parts of worn sheets and clothing - a little fade was not a big deal then.
"New - unused" fabric was a big deal for some folks.
Sugar sacks, old suits, the "good" parts of worn sheets and clothing - a little fade was not a big deal then.
"New - unused" fabric was a big deal for some folks.
#47
I have found that you can find fabric at a reasonable price.But I will not pass up a good buy. I like to make a baby rag quilt with nice chenille, I found a 3XX chenille robe for $3.49 it had about 4 yards. Lot's of people here are selling there fabric at a low price. I am loving it!!! And many are giving to others. My sister said I hold on Washington so tight that he cries. LOL
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