I have decided to start my organizing by cutting the smallest scraps into 1.5" squares (for a postage stamp quilt some day) and 2.5" squares (perfect for leaders and enders). I will deal with the larger pieces of fabric once all of the tiny bits are out of the bin.
I have chosen to store my 2.5" squares in one of the canvas boxes that line the bottom shelf of my bookcases. I can see myself cutting more 2.5" squares than 1.5" squares as you can always cut down the larger square to "make" the smaller square, should the need arise.
I don't have many squares cut, and not being a very prolific quilter I can see this taking a while to fill.
If 2.5" squares will take a while to fill a canvas box, the 1.5" squares would take an eternity! So I am storing them in an empty cardboard photo box.
I have even fewer postage stamp size, but I am sure as I work through my scrap bin they will continue to grow.
Today is not a good day, physically, but being able to still "make progress" in my sewing room adds a spark to my day.
Toodles...
Ahh, scraps the bane of my existence. I have boxes and boxes of these and still keep adding to them. I don't do the postage sized squares so anything less than a 4x4 square or a 2" strip is tossed.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
I have seen postage stamp quilts and I am amazed by then. Whether I will ever get around to making one...we will see. Maybe just a pillow, LOL.
DeleteOh I do wish I was as organised as you
ReplyDeleteBeing organized is a blessing...and a curse, LOL. I get completely stressed out when things are "out of order", and at times I have no control over the "order" in my home. But, with Dear Hubby retiring in 4 years, I need to really tighten my frugal belt and stash cash quickly. So I am determined to use up every little bit of fabric I have on hand instead of buying more. Cutting my scraps to usable sizes should facilitate my "less buying" goal! Notice I said "should", LOL.
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