When I talk with groups about making scrap quilts, I tell them the best way to get started is when you complete a quilt that you really like the colors and fabrics you chose, save all the leftovers in a bag and then use them as the inspiration for a future scrap quilt.
I did just that when I finished my Jolly Bar Jumble quilt last November. I have a pile of 5 x 10" and some 3 x 5" rectangles leftover after making those two quilts. I think I have enough for a quilt without adding in any other scraps.
First, I cut the larger rectangles into 5"squares and more smaller rectangles. My plan is to make a coin quilt. I could have cut them all into small pieces, but I get a better yield when I cut into squares. Plus, I think the squares will add more interest into the quilt.
I needed a background fabric, so I dug through our solid stash. I remember getting this pinkish brown and thinking it was going to be a hard brown to use.
Boy was I wrong - it looks fantastic with these prints.
I have been busy sewing all these pieces into some long strips.
I don't think this one will take me much time at all to finish!
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It is now your turn to share what you are making with scraps. Here are the details for linking up:
- This linky party is for any scrappy project - It can be in-process or a finished piece.
- You can link up your blog post (not your homepage please) or Instagram photo from the past week that features your use of scraps.
- If you are linking to a blog post, I ask that you link back to my blog somewhere in your post. So if you are writing about scraps, just get into the habit of including a link as there will be a linky party available every week!
- If you are using Instagram, please use the hashtag #ohscrap.
- This is a party so remember to socialize and comment on the posts of others.
- Following my blog is not necessary but it sure would be great if you do!
