24 Things to do with Old Clothes that Cannot be Donated
Sometimes old clothing isn’t fit for donation to a thrift store. But there are other ways to donate & lots of upcycling & reuse ideas too!
Sewing
Ideas & Tutorials for upcycling and repurposing fabrics.
Use scrap fabric leftover from your sewing projects to make more than you ever thought you could – from quilts to bags and gifts.
Repurpose old clothing and jeans to give them new life or turn them into something completely different!
There are loads of fabrics you can ‘reclaim’ from a previous life and make something fabulous with!
How to Upcycle Clothes – 18 Ideas to Refashion & Rewear
Are you looking to move away from the fast fashion disposable clothing culture? Or do you just need to save money by not spending as much on new clothes all the time? We have some great ideas for how to upcycle clothes and give them a new life. You don’t even need a sewing machine …
How to Make Fabric from your Scraps – Part 1: Irregular Shaped Scraps
Learn how to make fabric yardage from your funny shaped scraps and offcuts. Make use of that pile of oddly cut ends you get left with after a big sewing project!
How to Use Fleece for Quilt Backing
I made my first three charity quilts! The charity I donated to wanted fleece backed quilts so these are my tips for using fleece to back your quilts!
Scrap Fabric Owl Soft Toy – Free Pattern Templates & Tutorial
I made quite a few of these Softie Fabric Owls for the little kids on my Christmas list last year. They are easy to make and a great sewing project for beginners so I thought I’d do a tutorial and includes the free template for cutting the pieces out (see below to get yours!) NOTE: …
Scrappy Improv Quilt Blocks
One way I like to cut down on my growing scrap fabric pile is by making mini scrappy quilt blocks. At the end of an evening, when I’m too tired to work properly on whatever my main sewing project is, I make a couple of scrap fabric improv quilt squares to wind down. These are …
Make a Cushion Cover from an Orphan Block (with Lazy Zipper Hacks)
Learn how to make a cushion cover from an orphan block (leftover quilt block!). Includes 2 easy zipper hacks for sewing zippers straight!
Sewing for Charity (2021)
Sewing for Charity is a great way to make a difference. We’ve compiled a list of UK, US & Canadian Charities that need sewers and knitters!
Mini Quilt-as-you-go Keychain
Make a mini quilt-as-you-go keychain from scrap fabric as a great beginner quilting project. These keychains make cute little gifts too!
Scrappy Disappearing Nine Patch Quilt
Use up your stash by making this easy disappearing nine patch quilt with scrappy sashing, backing & binding!
Easy No Sew Rag Bunting
Use old clothes, sheets, ribbon, lace and scrap fabric to make super fun and easy no sew rag bunting. Great for wedding & party decor!
Quick Denim Quilt (Improv Quilt with Instructions)
How to make a quick denim quilt from your old jeans and some leftover jelly roll strips. A fun improv quilt you can really make your own!
Scrap Fabric Bookmarks – from Teeny Tiny Trimmings!
Want to make some cute scrap fabric bookmarks out of the trimmings from your other sewing proejcts? If you are like me and you love using every last piece of your scrap fabric to transform it into something awesome, you probably hate, hate, hate feeling like you have to throw out those teeny tiny trimmings …
Sewing Room Organization Tips – No Cost Before & After Makeover
Sewing Room Organization Before and After Makeover! No spend transformation using upcycled and repurposed storage solutions. Includes a video tour!