I decided it was time to dig out another box of scraps and work on taming them. I adore my scraps and I almost feel guilty taking the time to play with them. But, it does create roadblocks to production if they aren't corralled from time to time. I had a low energy evening, a perfect time to sit and sort. This time I decided I wasn't cutting 10 inch squares until I have actually used them. I divided what was in the box into 2 piles. I had one pile of anything I thought would be at least 5 inches, and pieces that could be strips.
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| 5 inch box |
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| strip box |
It took another evening to cut the 5 inch box. I was surprised at how many I cut. I didn't count but the stack is a little over 4 inches. They weighed 10 ounces = about 2 yards
This box of scraps was very wrinkled and most of the scraps needed a pressing. That is when I realized how much I depend on my wool pressing mats. I own 3- one that is upstairs next to my sewing machine, one that is next to my treadle in the living room, and a small one in my sewing machine bag that I take to my group sews. Oh, and my ironing board in my sewing room is covered by a wool blanket. My hubby made it for me in 2017. I just feel the pressing is better on a wool mat.
I can't wait to see what you make with your scraps!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see what you make with your scraps!
ReplyDeletenever ending scraps LOL I've not been home in weeks, but I have plenty of scraps here at my mom's now!
ReplyDeleteIt's so satisfying to get them all cut into the right sizes, isn't it! Ready to use now :) xx
ReplyDeleteNice job on taming those scraps, Maggie!
ReplyDeleteThat's a lot of scrap wrangling!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to trim down and organize your scraps from time to time! Thanks for sharing on Wednesday Wait Loss.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you about keeping the scraps under control. I have made SO many projects since I started cutting scraps into squares and strips. It's worth the time it takes.
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