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Fabric Scrap-a-thon

March 3, 2009 By Spoonful of Sugar - 61 Comments

According to the Oxford dictionary, a Scrap (n) is “a small piece; rubbish: waste material.” Anina from Tiddletails had an interesting post recently on what constitutes a scrap. Opinions vary widely, but whatever your definition, there is something very satisfying about using up all those little “scraps” and creating something new. Scrap projects are very popular around the blogosphere at the moment.

I colour coded my scraps on the weekend, and then set about creating a few scrap projects.

I made a Loyalty card wallet to match my latest handbag…

….coasters to match my latest cushions….

… a placemat mat to match a table runner…..

…a zippered pouch to store first aid supplies when travelling….

…and some scrappy log cabins which will eventually become a quilt. 

My scrap pile now looks more manageable!!

Posted by Lisa

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  1. Rachel says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:15 pm

    That band aid fabric is adorable!

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  2. Jaime says

    March 3, 2009 at 11:04 pm

    I love all the ideas. You are a very clever, craft gal. I especially love the first aid bag, and the log cabin quilt start. Those are fantastic colors!

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  3. Tania - Jet Designs says

    March 4, 2009 at 4:04 am

    The loyalty card wallet seems to be a bigger winner – Did you use any of my scraps in the scrappy cabin log – I still haven’t started – scraps awaiting rescue!!

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  4. Tinniegirl says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:08 pm

    That’s an impressive lot of scrap use. Love the gorgeous scrappy log cabins. The loyalty card holder is a great idea too.

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  5. crafty things says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:16 pm

    Wow, what a lot of great projects. Did you have a pattern for the loyalty card holder?

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  6. Shannon says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:38 pm

    I love all of your projects, but that first aid supply bag covered in little band-aids is just the cutest thing ever!

    Thank you, too, for the kind thoughts you left on my blog – they were very appreciated.

    Reply
  7. rachelmp says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:44 pm

    Just love those scrap projects. I’m going to get mine a bit sorted this weekend! I’m inspired

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  8. Journeying Five says

    March 3, 2009 at 9:47 pm

    unbelievable…that is some serious sewing!

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  9. Melissa Antolovic says

    March 3, 2009 at 10:55 pm

    you have lots of gorgeous scraps!

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  10. Missie Krissie says

    March 3, 2009 at 11:02 pm

    Wowee! Great job, some beautiful scrap projects in there!

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  11. Roseanne says

    March 4, 2009 at 12:02 am

    I love you card wallet. Do you have a pattern for you wallet or did you make up the pattern your self.

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  12. Catherine says

    March 4, 2009 at 12:33 am

    Well Done Lisa a very productive weekend!! I love the scrappy log cabins…very happy!! Cathy

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  13. Natasha says

    March 4, 2009 at 12:44 am

    Wow you must have made quite a dent in those scraps!

    Love the scrappy log cabins and the first aid bag!

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  14. Suzie says

    March 4, 2009 at 2:49 am

    I just can’t tell which project I like most, they are all so pretty! The first aid bag is so cute! I love scraps, they always look so good!

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  15. CurlyPops says

    March 4, 2009 at 3:23 am

    Oh wow that is truly amazing. I’ll never look at a scrap the same way again!
    Love the loyalty card wallet. I would love to get rid of all of those out of my real wallet.

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  16. Janellybelly says

    March 4, 2009 at 4:15 am

    I think it might be time to dust off that ‘Textile Traders’ card – I sorted through some very yummy fabric at the warehouse today 🙂

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  17. driftwood says

    March 4, 2009 at 4:49 am

    wow, wonderfully impressive scrap busting!

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  18. RebeccaMom says

    March 4, 2009 at 5:02 am

    what a great bunch of projects, I really am drawn to the log cabins for the quilt, love the brightness 🙂

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  19. Katie R says

    March 4, 2009 at 5:08 am

    wow you were ridiculously productive!! I agree the bandaids are super cute but so are all your other projects! I am jealous that you are organized too… i chase that dream 🙂

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  20. Kris says

    March 4, 2009 at 5:48 am

    Whoa! You went scrap-happy! So many beautiful things Lisa. I love the loyalty card wallet. What a brilliant idea. My loyalty cards seem to be multiplying!

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  21. Annette says

    March 4, 2009 at 5:50 am

    Wow, you have been very busy. You make me feel motivated to get to work on my own scraps. Beautiful projects!

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  22. Stephanie says

    March 4, 2009 at 6:04 am

    Did you emerge from your sewing space to eat? Great projects, all of them. Love the ER kit with the bandaids and the little piece of fabric with the writing about lunar crust in your scrappy log cabin. Love fabric with words.

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  23. Simone de Klerk says

    March 4, 2009 at 6:22 am

    Wow, you have been very busy! Everything looks so nice. I’ve never heard about a loyalty card wallet. It looks very pretty and handy. And such a good idea to make it match your handbag.
    Look forward to your log cabin quilt. I’ve never made one – always wanting to. This one is inspriring!

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  24. Shanghai Monkey says

    March 4, 2009 at 7:43 am

    The wallet is so cute! I love it. How does it close? It looks like there’s an elastic closure … I am in the process of making one of these myself. It’s funny how scrap fabric just keeps multiplying!!

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  25. QuiltedSimple says

    March 4, 2009 at 8:10 am

    What great little projects – and you used a LOT of scraps – which is always a bonus. Love the band aid fabric!
    Kris

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  26. méri says

    March 4, 2009 at 8:13 am

    You are working so much, Lisa!
    So many beautiful things!
    Thanks for your supportive words,LIsa; and today I’ve posted a recipe very very easy and so good, take a look

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  27. Thimbleanna says

    March 4, 2009 at 8:39 am

    Wow Lisa — you’ve been busy! It always amazes me how much impact a little scrap can have when placed in a project. Love all of your goodies!

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  28. Kelly O. says

    March 4, 2009 at 1:19 pm

    Wow! Great projects! I need a card wallet too! time to hit the scraps!

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  29. Cascade Lily says

    March 4, 2009 at 3:34 pm

    I just love the way you use colour. Very modern and fresh and beautiful. Love the placemat very much!

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  30. Linda says

    March 4, 2009 at 3:54 pm

    oh everything is sooo beautiful. I adore the look of a scrap log cabin quilt but I just don’t think I would have the patience!! wish I did. LOVE the first aid pouch, very cute

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  31. Jessica says

    March 4, 2009 at 5:27 pm

    Isn’t scrap busting oodles of fun! I love those drink mats!

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  32. our shabby cottage says

    March 4, 2009 at 8:07 pm

    Oh wow Lisa. I have such a huge pile of scraps that I just can’t get my head around. Perhaps I’ll just send them to you!!!

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  33. Terriaw says

    March 4, 2009 at 8:26 pm

    Wow, you’ve made fabulous progress on using up your scraps. I love the variety of projects you made. I tend to get stumped when I look at my scraps. Thanks for the inspiration (and nudge).

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  34. Anne Heidi says

    March 4, 2009 at 11:19 pm

    Wow, you really make great use of your scraps! Everything looks sooo nice!

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  35. Renee says

    March 5, 2009 at 3:44 am

    your card wallet looks great – what a good idea

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  36. Christy says

    March 5, 2009 at 4:05 am

    Beautiful! I especially love the last photo!

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  37. shelia says

    March 5, 2009 at 5:01 am

    love all the great uses of scrap, or treasured tiny pieces, but the loyalty wallet is a new one to me..love it!

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  38. Janis says

    March 5, 2009 at 5:23 am

    Wow — that is a lot to accomplish! All beautiful projects and such creative ideas.

    Fabulous work!!!

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  39. silverpebble says

    March 5, 2009 at 7:27 am

    What beautiful things can be made from little leftovers – your coasters are stunning and I love the wallet. I’m trying to do the same – stashbusting jewellery – using up all those beads I’ve had for ages in new ways. Fun isn’t it?

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  40. Handmade in Israel says

    March 5, 2009 at 8:11 am

    Wow! That’s some ‘scrappy’ work there. You’ve been busy. I don’t know what I like best… it’s all so beautiful!

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  41. Katherine says

    March 5, 2009 at 8:41 am

    Wow! Marvelous scrap projects. Really love the scrappy log cabin blocks and that band aid fabric is just the cutest.

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  42. two hippos says

    March 6, 2009 at 1:27 am

    I love you scrap projects and the first aid pouch fabric just brilliant!

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  43. Caley says

    March 5, 2009 at 12:26 pm

    I love the fabric for the little first aid kit. Can I ask what it is?

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  44. Philigry says

    March 5, 2009 at 12:40 pm

    love everything, especially the coasters. my friend just remodeled her kitchen…these will make a great gift!

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  45. mikodesign says

    March 5, 2009 at 2:22 pm

    I love scraps! wow, so many lovely projects to choose from……

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  46. Jacoline (Lien) says

    March 5, 2009 at 3:55 pm

    What you all can do with scraps. I’m just a beginner with quilting so not that much scraps jet.

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  47. jacquie says

    March 5, 2009 at 8:36 pm

    gorgeous…i especially love the placemat and of course those scrappy cabins.

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  48. Jenni says

    March 5, 2009 at 8:55 pm

    Hi – just discovered your faboulous BLOG. You do some pretty cool stuff! Love the loyalty card holder too…might just have to make one!

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  49. broderie says

    March 6, 2009 at 6:44 pm

    Gorgeous scrap projects!!!! it must be the season for sorting, I am doing it also.

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  50. Anina says

    March 6, 2009 at 9:35 am

    Lovely projects! I wish I had time to dig into my scrap pile a little more.

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  51. Carrie P. says

    March 6, 2009 at 1:58 pm

    You have been busy. Love all your goodies.

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  52. Alison Boon says

    March 6, 2009 at 3:44 pm

    I think you deserve a prize for your clever ways to use up scraps.

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  53. Marina says

    March 6, 2009 at 6:54 pm

    How fabulous and thrifty! Love them all….

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  54. Rachael Rabbit says

    March 7, 2009 at 12:07 pm

    adore adore the scrappy log cabins x

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  55. K-Sue says

    March 8, 2009 at 1:05 pm

    These projects look like fun. I’d love to see the a card wallet tutorial, too.

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  56. Kellie says

    March 9, 2009 at 12:10 am

    I love the scrapy log cabin!!! I will make an amazing quilt!!!

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  57. Renee says

    March 9, 2009 at 9:32 am

    You are beyond amazing.

    Like holy crap.

    xoxoxo

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  58. Julie says

    March 9, 2009 at 6:27 pm

    Your bunnies are really super cute!

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  59. Cassie says

    March 11, 2009 at 7:48 am

    Amazing scrappy projects. You go girl! I’ve been busy using my scraps to make twenty seven key fobs for my Thursday morning friends at my church. The fobs will probably make an appearance on my blog soon. I’m ready to try something new with my scraps, though.

    Happy Day,
    Cassie

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  60. Rumi says

    March 11, 2009 at 9:11 am

    Love your first aid kit bag! I saw that fabric at the quilt shop and almost bought it but wasn’t sure what to do with it. Now I may have to go back and hope they still have some.

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  61. Beth says

    April 7, 2009 at 2:49 pm

    Hi,
    It seems that on your little pouch, you have some binding along the top – I really want to make some wristlets that way but can’t figure out how to do it! If that is binding, do you think you’d be willing to share how you did it?
    Many thanks,
    Beth

    Reply

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