Scrap buster #57 Mushroom bonanza with crumbs and strings

If I make a template, I like to use at least few times. That is what inspired this block. While I was working on previous project I though at certain stage it really looks like a mushroom so why not to make few more and call it Mushroom Bonanza? There is a bonus of extra block which comes from snowballing the tops of mushroom so I have 2 designs in one. I haven’t put this one together yet as I want to add some other autumn motives to the mix.

I have used various fabrics (new, recycled, shirts) as well as crumbs. And string blocks made from the same fabric, these really fitted here. I love extra seams; they always add to the texture of the design.

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Quilting projects #22 Zippered pouches from linen scraps

I never know what I bring home from the trip to Scrapstore. This time I took a bundle of linen scraps, mainly due to colours I saw in the mix. Little I knew scraps included bundle of birds! As soon as I saw them, I knew these will be perfect to put together into this zippered pouch. These are medium size and will be handy to pack various items. Great as occasional small clutch bag as well. It is very easy to make with step-by-step tutorial.

Part of shop restock 26/10/2022.

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Scrap buster #56 Magic numbers blocks meet beginner’s improv with solids

What do you do when your fabrics produce boring blocks? You add some solids to the mix. I love how the solids make these shirts scraps instantly happy. I have added red piece, but it would look great with any solid colour of your choice or perhaps a mix of them. Curves are not difficult if you just have fun with them and not expect anything to be the same or line up. Improv is so freeing. I used shirt fabric as I still working through my boxes to clear them up, but it would work with any scraps in your own buckets. Happy sewing!

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