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Having a husband, two kids, a dog and a cat all under one roof, it really isn't my fault that I love "things" to be tidy, because things never seem to be! In layman's terms - I love to throw things out.
However, even I have a hard time getting rid of fabric scraps.  There are so many gorgeous prints available to us today both from local retailers and across the globe - it seems criminal wasting absolutely any of it.
And, what's more, you don't need to. Â Browsing through Pinterest, I've compiled 20 of the best fabric scrap projects around, and left out the nasty cheesy ones. Â
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Cushion covers: The options are truly endless with one fabric covers or multiple complimentary fabric sewn together.Â
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T-shirt front Pocket: This one is my personal favourite. Take a white t-shirt, and let's face it, they don't stay white for long, and turn it into something unique, cute and fun.Â
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Bobby Pins: these are a great rainy day project.
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Lampshade makeover: If you have a good drum lampshade but the fabric is past it's best, this makeover tutorial could be your answer.Â
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Camera strap slipover: Hanging an SLR camera around your neck gets a little uncomfortable after a while and fabric strap are the perfect to spruce up your strap. Â
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Fabric Rosette: Â a fun DIY projects to do with kids.Â
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Sewing weights: fabric off cuts and bean bag filler is all that is needed for this project. Â Great idea for beginner sewers to create.
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Mason jar covers: Â Make that special homemade jam gift look even more enticing with fabric in a complementary colour or pattern.Â
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Fabric bows: makes cute little girls look even cuter. Â Easy to create bows with rounded edges that give them an added softness.Â
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Fabric bag: Â Great for weekends away for keeping your 'smalls' together. It's basically two rectangles sewn together and a drawstring opening. Â
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Designer wreath: this project really will take care of ALL your fabric scraps. The possibilities are endless here as well as being a fantastic project to share with children, both boys and girls.
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Pincushion: loving this caravan design. Perfect gift idea for sewers. .Â
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Fabric accent trainers: Here you can add a personal touch to an otherwise normal pair of shoes.Â
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My favourite fabric shops in Auckland are:
Drapers Fabrics - Newmarket Â
Nick's Fabrics - Otara
Geoff's Emporium - Mt Eden
Spotlight - Everywhere