String quilts use a lot fast. I use foundation blocks of ugly fabric or muslin & that uses even more fabric. Plus, I don't have to use a batting; I just call them "summer quilts". My guild has a "free" table where people bring stuff they don't want/can't use & whoever wants it can take it for free. You can stuff scraps in clear plastic bags & probably a lot will just "go away". Everybody's happy & the remodeling can start sooner rather than later. Happy quilting!