Creative Ideas with Fabric

If you love sewing, then chances are you have a few fabric scraps left over. You aren’t going to always have the perfect amount of fabric for a project, after all. If you’ve often wondered what to do with all those loose fabric scraps, we’ve got quite a treat for you. So with the leftover fabric from those adorable Halloween costumes or your other DIY clothing projects, we’ll show you how to create some really great bags, wallets, and so much more.

We’ve gathered up many different ways that you can put those scraps of fabric to good use. Some of these easy projects require no sewing, and all of them are perfect for scraps. Make yourself a necklace or belt, or create something for a wonderful gift for someone special. We’ve got something in here for everyone in the family and even a few things for your furry family friends.

Phone Case
Create this adorable little wallet for your phone. With just a small bit of fabric, you can make the perfect holder for your phone, and with the attached clip, it’s perfect for keeping your phone safe, too.

Monogram Pouch
This gorgeous monogrammed pouch can be made with those leftover trim scraps. Just a few little pieces and you’ve got quite the coin purse to keep or give as a lovely gift.

Fabric Flower Accent Pillow
Dress up any room with these beautiful fabric flower accent pillows that you can make from extra fabric in the same or in contrasting colors. Each pillow takes less than an hour and they’re so easy, you can do one for every season.

Marble Necklace
Tie those scraps of fabric around marbles to create these lovely necklaces. They’re perfect for gift giving around the holiday season, or make them in different colors to match all your favorite outfits.

Chapstick Holder
This keychain Chapstick holder is easy, and the perfect fashion accessory for teens. The best part? It takes literally only five minutes to make, and needs only a small scrap of fabric.

Cuddle Pillow
Ok, so you know you love huge pillows. This one allows you to use a lot of those fabric scraps and quilting squares, and you create an enormous pillow that’s perfect for cuddling indoors or out.