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Scrap Fabric Craft Tutorials

Last Updated January 8, 2021 By Alecia Leave a Comment

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Are you overwhelmed with fabric scraps but struggling to find a use for them? Luckily there are lots of options for DIY fabric crafts that can help you use up those extra bits of yardage!

stack of various colors and patterens of fabric folded

It’s hard to finish up any kind of sewing project without having at least a little bit leftover. After making the Fleece & Fur blankets I have about a 1/4 of a yard of each kind of fleece (I made 3 total) and that’s only one project.

As much as I’d love to have a clean and spacious craft room that’s not going to happen with all my extra bits and bobs hanging around and my frugal nature won’t exactly let me throw everything away. So I’ve been looking for fun and creative ways to use up scraps.

Today we’re going to start with fabric scraps. I might be alone in this but I am a magnet for fabric, everyone I know gives it to me, I’m addicted to the remnant bin and my list of fabric-related someday projects can put a CVS receipt to shame.

I asked a bunch of my favorite bloggers what they do with scrap fabric and they did not disappoint! I hope you find something to help you use up all the extra scrap fabric you have handing around your house!

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Scrap Fabric Craft Tutorials

Are you overwhelmed by left over fabric but you just can't bring yourself to throw them away? I know exactly how you feel so I've collected dozens of tutorials to help you use up your fabric stash

Introduction to Locker Hooking

If you have long strips of left over fabric this is the project for you! It's easy to learn, pretty quick and you can make all the rugs, table runners and hot pot trivets your hearts desire.

Easy No Sew Shabby Chic Party Garland

Photo Credit: tikkido.com

Turn fabric and ribbon into a cute and shabby garland perfect for parties or every day

No sew pillow video tutorial that uses up all your scrap fabrics!

Photo Credit: www.smilingcolors.com

DIY a custom fabric pillow that looks like a cute little house

DIY Plaid Rag Wreath

Photo Credit: stylishcravings.com

Decorate the wall with a scrappy fabric wreath, switch up the colors to match your home or favorite holiday

DIY Scrap Fabric Basket

Photo Credit: www.salvagesisterandmister.com

You can never have enough baskets, why not make your own to match your home?

No-Sew Embellished Flower Flip Flops

Photo Credit: www.attagirlsays.com

Update your old flip flips with a scrap fabric flower following this tutorial

Easy Rag & Bead Garland

Get the scrappy garland look with 1/5 of the work. This easy garland is perfect for the Christmas tree but I like to keep mine out all year long

How To Make A Gorgeous Recycled Jean Planter

Photo Credit: www.pillarboxblue.com

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Making a Beautiful Heart Garland using Scrap Fabric

Photo Credit: sustainmycrafthabit.com

Turn your craps into a sweet heart garland, it's a great scrap project because each heart only takes a small amount of fabric

Fabric Pumpkin Tutorial for Beginners

Photo Credit: organized31.com

Pumpkins are a fall favorite but you can DIY yourself a little pumpkin patch any time of the year following these instructions

How to make handmade quilted Christmas ornaments

Photo Credit: swoodsonsays.com

Once you've got the pumpkins covered it only makes sense to get the Christmas tree in on the fun too right? I don't have 1/2 the patience it takes to make a quilt but even I can stay in the game long enough to make an ornament or 12

Prairie Point and Yo-yo Fabric Ornaments

These are some of my favorite ornaments, they're on of the first things on the tree every year. You could swap out the red and white color scheme to create a pretty garden full of scrappy fabric flowers.

How to Sew a Patchwork Cloth Diaper

Photo Credit: diydanielle.com

Diapers are probably not the first thing you think about when it comes to DIY, but this tutorial walks you through the entire process

Easy DIY Pillowcase for Kids - use any fun fabric!

Photo Credit: www.comicconfamily.com

Sometimes you just need a small update to take things to the next level. Adding a stripe of fun fabric to a pillow case is a perfect example

Stuffed Robot Toy

Photo Credit: www.amylattacreations.com

DIY an adorable stuffed robot to match your little one's bedroom

DIY Fabric Christmas Ornament - Great For Gifts and Kids' Crafts

Photo Credit: gingercasa.com

Cover a Styrofoam ball with scraps of fabric for a one of a kind fluffy Chrsitmas ornament

Upcycled Denim Play Crown

Photo Credit: www.creativegreenliving.com

This fun DIY dress up crown tutorial includes a free printable pattern

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