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12-21-2011
Reader Question: Fabric Recycling Options

We recently got a question from a reader who manufactures upholstery and was looking for fabric recycling options for off cuts and other fabric scraps that they couldn't sell. It was a good question, and one that applies to crafters just as much as folks who work with fabric on a larger scale, so I thought I'd share a few resources here for fabric recycling and reuse....




10-20-2011
DIY: Burlap Fabric Trays

Does your family always ask, “Where are my keys?” Mine does. So I wanted to make a little tray for my husband so that he can use it to throw in his keys, wallet, phone, and his change, as soon as he walks in the door. And since I still have some burlap scrap leftover ......


08-19-2011
Use up Scrap Fabric with Freezer Paper Applique

Crafting with freezer paper to make appliques and stencils are great way to use up fabric scraps. Here is how to use freezer paper for making appliques and stencils....


07-21-2011
DIY: Natural Fabric Stiffeners
Natural fabric stiffening methods using common household ingredients are revisited and pros and cons for each one are considered....


07-19-2011
DIY Home: Make a Table Runner from Scrap Fabric
My father-in-law's birthday was a couple of weeks ago, and on the day of the party I decided that our tablescape would be a billion times cuter is I had a cheery quilted table runner as a centerpiece. A quick dip into my fabric stash, and a few hours later I had a runner all ready to rock. Here's how!...









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