repurposing fabrics, do you do it?
#61
I use thrift store finds also-sheets,pillow cases,shams,crib sheets,drapes,clothing-don't buy unless label says 100% cotton. I get lots of beautiful fabric this way . I use the fat quarter rule for pricing. Must be larger than a FQ & cost less than $2.
#62
Yes, since I was a child getting scraps from my mother. I also turned the collars on DH's shirts when we were newly wed, made baby sleepers from old cotton sweatshirts, denim toddler coveralls from worn thin jeans, patchwork cushions.
Over the years my stash has grown with bargain fabrics--sewing factory cuts, orphan blocks & patches, thrift & yard sale goods, rummage sales, immediate family worn clothing, feed sacks, wool blankets and clothing, and remnants. Now that I'm retired the stash is steadily becoming an organized fabric collection.
The funniest part is looking for cotton clothing to wear--but with an eye to its potential future use.
Over the years my stash has grown with bargain fabrics--sewing factory cuts, orphan blocks & patches, thrift & yard sale goods, rummage sales, immediate family worn clothing, feed sacks, wool blankets and clothing, and remnants. Now that I'm retired the stash is steadily becoming an organized fabric collection.
The funniest part is looking for cotton clothing to wear--but with an eye to its potential future use.
#64
I have always gone to the thrift stores for fabric. I never thought of looking for just fabric! I would buy formal gowns (they usually have tons of fabric and lace!). I would use the material in the gowns for dresses for my porcelain dolls. I have recently started doing life-like vinyl dolls. I made a christening gown for one of my babies. She was sold recently. I have asked the lady that bought it for a picture as mine was accidentally deleted from my camera. But now I look for fabric when I go. Old Curtains are a great source too. Escecially lined ones. Front and back of your lap quilt!
#66
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Originally Posted by MS quilter
I am with you. I do it all the time. I can't imagine NOT doing it. Of course, some people (won't say who) think I'm crazy. Heck, maybe I am, but I love it. It's a challenge.
#68
Originally Posted by butterjoy
I recycle everything that is fabric. Shirts, jeans, sheets, blankets, everything I can because I cannot afford to buy pretty fabrics. You have heard the saying "beggars cannot be choosers" well, that is me. :)
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