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Old 09-12-2013, 10:56 AM
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I too have a problem getting rid of scraps, and you made a beautiful quilt from all your scraps. Sometimes though I just have to be tough and get rid of them as I don't have much space.
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Old 09-12-2013, 01:08 PM
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I love your fabrics and what you've created with them. I am downsizing too but find it so hard to "throw" anything away. If only I spent more time sewing rather than looking at other people's lovely creations (like yours!) on this board!
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My aunt gave me a box of her scraps. I washed and ironed very little piece. Think I can make three tops. Thanks to my aunt.
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Old 09-12-2013, 01:46 PM
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So how narrow are your smallest strips and how small are the smallest pieces that younuse in this 'yardage'? Your quilts are marvelous. I've made string quilts, but not crumb quilts- yet.
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I keep the really tiny ones for my daughter who wants to make paper. 100% cotton makes great paper! I mix in a little batting and some dog hair too. and then I cut and cut and cut.
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Old 09-12-2013, 04:09 PM
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Dang I am so glad you did not throw the scraps away your quilt tops are really cool and inspiring. thanks for sharing.
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Old 09-12-2013, 05:19 PM
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I absolutely love to make fabric out of scraps, then I will find something to use it for later. This is a great quilt. I can't throw away scraps either, just can't, after all we spent loads of money on those scraps, would much rather use them up. Great job.
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Old 09-12-2013, 05:30 PM
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Great job on using those scraps! They make fun quilts! I use small pieces to make 3" finished crumb blocks, and leftovers go into making dog beds~
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Old 09-12-2013, 06:04 PM
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Great use of scraps.
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Old 09-12-2013, 06:21 PM
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I have the same problem. Looks like you found a great way to solve at least part of your problem! Very pretty!
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