What to do with fabric samples
#1
At my work a lady gave me 5 books of fabric samples. I have an idea for some of the fabrics, like zippered cosmetic bags. But I don't know what else to make. Any ideas? Thank you for your help.
#2
Since you didn't state what kind or how large the pieces are:
wallets, keychains, potholders, glasses cases, coasters, small wall hangings, cell phone carriers, book covers, book marks, mini-quilts, table runners, samplers, toss pillows, changing pads, stuffed toys, water bottle holders, trades/swaps.
That's what first came to mind. I'm sure there's a wealth of other practical suggestions to come. Whatever you make, please post a picture to share.
wallets, keychains, potholders, glasses cases, coasters, small wall hangings, cell phone carriers, book covers, book marks, mini-quilts, table runners, samplers, toss pillows, changing pads, stuffed toys, water bottle holders, trades/swaps.
That's what first came to mind. I'm sure there's a wealth of other practical suggestions to come. Whatever you make, please post a picture to share.
#4
Originally Posted by quiltluvr
Since you didn't state what kind or how large the pieces are:
wallets, keychains, potholders, glasses cases, coasters, small wall hangings, cell phone carriers, book covers, book marks, mini-quilts, table runners, samplers, toss pillows, changing pads, stuffed toys, water bottle holders, trades/swaps.
That's what first came to mind. I'm sure there's a wealth of other practical suggestions to come. Whatever you make, please post a picture to share.
wallets, keychains, potholders, glasses cases, coasters, small wall hangings, cell phone carriers, book covers, book marks, mini-quilts, table runners, samplers, toss pillows, changing pads, stuffed toys, water bottle holders, trades/swaps.
That's what first came to mind. I'm sure there's a wealth of other practical suggestions to come. Whatever you make, please post a picture to share.
#6
Are the pieces 100% cotton or combination of cotton and polyester? Are they machine washable or dry clean?
I ask because a neighbor gave me a bunch of books and most were dry clean or polyester/polyester combo.
I took what I could use, soaked in water and Dawn detergent to get the paper off, and after drying, ironed and put away for future use.
The poly stuff may hold up pretty well for keychains, bookmarks, and such.
Have fun.
I ask because a neighbor gave me a bunch of books and most were dry clean or polyester/polyester combo.
I took what I could use, soaked in water and Dawn detergent to get the paper off, and after drying, ironed and put away for future use.
The poly stuff may hold up pretty well for keychains, bookmarks, and such.
Have fun.
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Originally Posted by amy WI
At my work a lady gave me 5 books of fabric samples. I have an idea for some of the fabrics, like zippered cosmetic bags. But I don't know what else to make. Any ideas? Thank you for your help.
#9
Originally Posted by quiltluvr
Since you didn't state what kind or how large the pieces are:
wallets, keychains, potholders, glasses cases, coasters, small wall hangings, cell phone carriers, book covers, book marks, mini-quilts, table runners, samplers, toss pillows, changing pads, stuffed toys, water bottle holders, trades/swaps.
That's what first came to mind. I'm sure there's a wealth of other practical suggestions to come. Whatever you make, please post a picture to share.
wallets, keychains, potholders, glasses cases, coasters, small wall hangings, cell phone carriers, book covers, book marks, mini-quilts, table runners, samplers, toss pillows, changing pads, stuffed toys, water bottle holders, trades/swaps.
That's what first came to mind. I'm sure there's a wealth of other practical suggestions to come. Whatever you make, please post a picture to share.
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