Simple Quilt using 2 1/2 inch STRIPS! First in a series of scrappy projects to use your stash!

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  • First project in a series using 2 1/2 inch strips to make scrappy quilts! This will be a great way to make beautiful, scrappy, quilts. My goal is to use up strips that have accumulated in my lifetime of quilting!
    I've challenged myself to do a new project each month using only 2 1/2 inch strips from my scrap buckets. I have always saved leftover strips from projects and cut up small leftover fabric from yardage into 2 1/2 inch strips and put them in a bucket for some "future" project . The future is now! It is time to tame the scrap bucket and use up these strips. I'll always have a scrap bucket of strips because I'm constantly adding to it but I want to get it down to just ONE bucket instead of three! This series will last until I'm down to one bucket. Let's be honest, it will take at least 2 years to use up enough strips to make a difference! So join me on this project adventure to use up fabric scraps!
    If you like the Blade Saver Thread Cutter we used in the video here is a link where you may purchase your own:
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    Consider joining our Facebook group called "The Quilted Forest Friends". This is the only place you'll have access to exclusive free quilt patterns used in some of our other video projects. It's also lots of fun for members to share their project updates. Here's a link to the group:
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    The Quilted Forest is located at 205 North Clark in Forest City, IA. Our phone number is 641-585-2438. We stock patterns, books, notions, batting, and fabric for sewing and quilting projects. Our shop is filled with finished quilts and smaller projects to provide plenty of inspiration. We are open Monday - Friday, 10am to 5pm, and 10am to 4pm on Saturday. We are in the central time zone.
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Komentáře • 931

  • @philliperay9157
    @philliperay9157 Před rokem +98

    I'm 83 and have TONS of scraps. But I make any size little blankets and donate them to my local animal shelters, I can't take my fabric stash with me so I'm making random style quilts. Besides the animals don't complain. Besides now they have something that belongs to them. Use towels as batting. They will love you for it.

    • @reesegilbert
      @reesegilbert Před 10 měsíci +7

      Thank you for doing that. ❤

    • @szelop
      @szelop Před 4 měsíci +5

      I also make kennel quilts for rescue groups! I love making them!

    • @lokimajik2006
      @lokimajik2006 Před 4 měsíci +6

      I was just thinking of trying to use towels as batting on my small quilts. I have the same issue, lots of fabric I inherited from my mom. She decided she's going to retire from sewing and gave me all her sewing machines, notions, scraps and fabric. I've been sewing 4 years now and have not made a dent lol.

    • @vickianderson1324
      @vickianderson1324 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Trying to get enough scraps

    • @NotAsItSeems
      @NotAsItSeems Před 2 měsíci +1

      ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @margaretswann3634
    @margaretswann3634 Před rokem +24

    I really enjoyed your video and way of teaching. I am new to quilting. The donated fabric scraps I was given I quilt together into totes and purses. I take half the money I receive and buy broad cloth solid colors with to to make the backing for scrappy quilts. I then give those quilts to the homeless shelter nearby. I live in Mississippi, and between the hurricanes and tornados, many people of all walks of life find themselves in a shelter. The workers see my truck and cone out eagerly to help me unload. It is contagious to give to others. I'll try your scrappy quilt suggestion. I subscribed so I can learn more from you.

  • @pamatt73
    @pamatt73 Před 5 dny

    I am so glad I found this so I can use up my scrape pieces
    I’m 69 and retired so I’m getting back to sewing❤❤❤

  • @carmenfelts2125
    @carmenfelts2125 Před rokem +43

    You saved me from insanity! I have been a quilter for 30yrs. You can imagine how many buckets of scraps I have collected. I saved them to make a scrappy quilt someday, but until now I didn’t know where to begin. Thank you for sharing your ideas. I look forward to the next project ❤

  • @lynnkraus6715
    @lynnkraus6715 Před rokem +16

    Great video. So clear. Color suggestion: what I call 'juicy' - orange, yellow, green, and I throw in some raspberry for the punch of color.

  • @SC-hj3hr
    @SC-hj3hr Před 25 dny +3

    I've just watched this again. It's a shame I can't give another thumb up. 👍 I'm re-enjoying the series. Thanks🥳

  • @hennysmits8719
    @hennysmits8719 Před 4 dny +1

    Nice hobby with colors.

  • @rosincox9799
    @rosincox9799 Před rokem +88

    I enjoyed this tutorial .No endless chatter .The whole video was pecise and to the point .Beautiful end results .Subscribed .

    • @linhdasagen6498
      @linhdasagen6498 Před 10 měsíci +2

      100% Endless chatter channels...I zone out.

    • @margaretaogurkow1114
      @margaretaogurkow1114 Před 4 měsíci +1

      I have leaned a lots thank you for smart sewing I ove all your saving time quilting

  • @karenstclair3725
    @karenstclair3725 Před 8 měsíci +16

    I am one of those people who has trouble sewing random strips or squares together. You are so right that it takes a lot of time to not be random!! I am tryin this technique with my strips! Thanks for making it look easy to randomly come up with something lovely if you keep the color palette small. Can't wait to see more of your ideas!

  • @patriciaemeigh4370
    @patriciaemeigh4370 Před 11 měsíci +8

    I think a scrappy quilt using shades of autumn leaves would be beautiful.

  • @donnastjules8157
    @donnastjules8157 Před rokem +34

    It turned out really nice. Who would have thought that all those scraps would become such a nice quilt!

  • @marciabrown3148
    @marciabrown3148 Před 11 měsíci +8

    I love scrappy projects, especially smaller ones.

  • @Kitty-kitty297
    @Kitty-kitty297 Před rokem +132

    I on purpose only make scrappy quilt, so I love seeing videos like this

    • @rimmon24
      @rimmon24 Před rokem +10

      all mine are crumb or scrappy...i love it....

    • @suelee6543
      @suelee6543 Před rokem +10

      I've been quilting about 20+ years, and I would say that I really don't like scraps. So I have just been throwing scraps in bins. Finally, I decided I needed to clean up. I've been cutting 5in and 2.5 in strips and squares since March. I figured I had about 4 bins, and then it looked like 8 bins like yours. Now I think am Almost coming to the end at about twice that, I have a few more bins to go. I am never going to let my scraps get so far away from me. Thank you for the inspiration for using up all those scraps! I😊

    • @user-ks3yf5bu3s
      @user-ks3yf5bu3s Před rokem +1

      @@rimmon24 Me too!

    • @M-hc9xm
      @M-hc9xm Před rokem +4

      It's a good thing I like scrappy quilts, this one is a great idea. I am using my cotton scraps from years of sewing to make 6x6 blocks of different scrap block ideas. When I get enough, they'll become a quilt.

    • @tlfamily1
      @tlfamily1 Před rokem +3

      Idea: I'd love to see an idea for Xmas scraps.

  • @romonaelrod7870
    @romonaelrod7870 Před rokem +22

    Very pretty quilt. I have always loved blues and greens together. I am looking forward to your future projects. I love scrappy quilts.

  • @joantabb3062
    @joantabb3062 Před rokem +10

    Fantastic!!! I make scrappy quilts for charity, Foster kids.
    Each month I choice a different theme. August is 2 1/2" strips. You have given me some good ideas. I look forward to more videos. 👍👍👍

  • @lindapoe4124
    @lindapoe4124 Před 7 měsíci +11

    I too enjoyed this tutorial. Never even thought about making a scrappy quilt, but after watching you make this one I am hooked!

  • @malusantos1551
    @malusantos1551 Před rokem +31

    Very clever way of using left over fabrics. Thank you for showing us how to do it. 👏🏻💕

  • @celieaguayo9000
    @celieaguayo9000 Před rokem +13

    I absolutely love that blue and green. Those are like my two favorite colors was beautiful. Nice job using up your scraps.!!

    • @judithburke1539
      @judithburke1539 Před 5 měsíci

      I also like that she used black as an accent color! It really added a richness to all the other colors.

  • @jessicamartindale2926
    @jessicamartindale2926 Před rokem +18

    Love the final products!! We call the last bits "crumbs". Crumbs are great for stuffing dog beds. Thank you for sharing.

    • @cindymckenna9910
      @cindymckenna9910 Před rokem +2

      An idea I have for the crumbs is to use mod podge and glue the crumbs onto a painting canvas to make an abstract art piece.

    • @lindsayschilling8707
      @lindsayschilling8707 Před 11 měsíci +1

      ​@cindymckenna9910 Great idea! I'm an Artist (painter) that also quilts. This is a fabulous idea. Hmmm, my brain just went into overdrive: paint and fabric combined on a canvas!!?!! Thank you for the inspiration! ❤

  • @michelepuluti7807
    @michelepuluti7807 Před rokem +6

    Very nice! I like using scraps to create a nice project! Great idea!

  • @lindaoctavio734
    @lindaoctavio734 Před rokem +6

    I love that you used every bit of fabric! Beautiful!

  • @stitchann
    @stitchann Před rokem +6

    Love the blues and greens, so cool and calming. Can't wait for next month.

  • @KumaSews
    @KumaSews Před 2 měsíci +2

    Ahhh… I feel like I can join you in making something with ALL those scraps I’ve been saving!
    Thanks for the inspiration!

  • @debbieekes5718
    @debbieekes5718 Před rokem +59

    I really need ideas to use up my scraps. Thank you for doing this series. Mindless sewing is my preferred quilting these days. This is right up my alley.

    • @malindazemrose
      @malindazemrose Před rokem +1

      Nice ,thank you.

    • @lindsayschilling8707
      @lindsayschilling8707 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Mindless sewing is Great! No stress, just sewing. End result: a gorgeous Quilt that you will always Love 😊

  • @user-cy8oh3bm1o
    @user-cy8oh3bm1o Před rokem +7

    What a brilliant way to use your scraps. A beautiful quilt. 😊

  • @user-oj7tf6xg1e
    @user-oj7tf6xg1e Před rokem +11

    Brilliant video! Thank you Shelly, I needed to be inspired to use up my 2.5 strips making charity quilts. Looking forward to the next in the series. I follow your monthly UFO challenge and monthly basket quilt blocks. Keep up the good work.

  • @LoJo99
    @LoJo99 Před 16 dny

    That turned out beautiful!

  • @jeannereinisch114
    @jeannereinisch114 Před rokem +2

    That quilt is very pretty…the dark going through it makes it POP

  • @patriciacclark7563
    @patriciacclark7563 Před rokem +18

    What a wonderful way to sew up those strips. I sew for a group that donates quilts to needy groups. Thank you so much for this idea. Love it.

  • @shirleyarcher6646
    @shirleyarcher6646 Před rokem +6

    Love your video. Scrappy quilts are beautiful and very satisfying. Thank you for this. I’m looking forward to more.

  • @judyhotmer2470
    @judyhotmer2470 Před rokem +3

    I sure enjoyed your scrap busting project. I have more 2 1/2" strips than I thought and this is be perfect for me to use for Project Linus charity quilts. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to more!

  • @angieallen4884
    @angieallen4884 Před rokem +8

    Nice job! Love the advice to use a paper bag if overthinking is involved; great tip. Looking forward to next month's offering. Thank you!

  • @chelseagradney3341
    @chelseagradney3341 Před rokem +5

    Wow. That looks great. Your technique would make a great border. Also, getting out of your comfort zone is a great idea. I am referring to the paper bag method. The whole idea of quilting comes from using leftovers. Thank you for sharing.

  • @JesusisKing222
    @JesusisKing222 Před rokem +4

    I, too, am new to your channel! These random scrappy projects are so liberating some how! Not to mention, all I’ve got time and brain space for at the moment! Thank you for the tutorial!

  • @Woodchuck2023
    @Woodchuck2023 Před rokem +33

    First time I have come across your channel. Loved the simplicity of your directions and the unique creation using various fabrics left over from other projects. Nicely done. Looking forward to more of your pieces.

  • @ksandry1
    @ksandry1 Před rokem +2

    Great idea , I love scrap quilts thank you for the video.

  • @roxiefonohema9019
    @roxiefonohema9019 Před rokem +7

    It turned out pretty cute! It will keep someone warm and maybe put a smile on their face. 😋 Nice job!

  • @tootsiequilt
    @tootsiequilt Před rokem +15

    I'm impressed! That quilt is absolutely beautiful! ❤

  • @marshawallace7522
    @marshawallace7522 Před rokem +4

    I too prefer "planned scrappy" quilts. I love the blues and greens that you used in this quilt. I might do a similar project sewing 4 or more strips together allowing me to cut larger squares so I have fewer seams. I look forward to your next tutorial.

  • @zenaduran2371
    @zenaduran2371 Před 7 měsíci +6

    Love how the colors look beautiful together ❤️ the little scraps make GREAT pillow stuffing. I just made 2 pillows and added some essence oils that will offer a nice aroma in the room
    Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @amandaaskew7606
    @amandaaskew7606 Před rokem +7

    I absolutely love how your quilt, pillow, and glasses case turned out! Very fun!

  • @juliaraley9563
    @juliaraley9563 Před rokem +5

    What a great project! I love the colors….can’t wait to see your next strip-stash buster

  • @leannemori9688
    @leannemori9688 Před měsícem +1

    I love to watch you make these scrap quilts. And you are so pleasant to listen to.

  • @annablock8037
    @annablock8037 Před rokem +21

    Love this video. I do like an organized scrappy. The fact you used blue and green made it more organized than just all colors together. Easier for the eye sometimes.

  • @madelenelambkin1352
    @madelenelambkin1352 Před rokem +6

    That was a wonderful use of scraps! The quilt turned out very pretty. Makes me want to get into my scrap basket!

  • @swalker7900
    @swalker7900 Před rokem +5

    What a great idea to both use up scraps and to produce a unique but easy charity quilt. Looking forward to viewing your upcoming projects.

  • @diannenaworensky6698
    @diannenaworensky6698 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for the inspiration. I have subscribed

  • @TheQueenVictoria62
    @TheQueenVictoria62 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Beautiful! And great tutorial!

  • @debl-s5677
    @debl-s5677 Před rokem +8

    Wonderful idea! Can't wait to see the next one too!
    One idea you could try is an autumn-themed quilt. This is the time to make one, well before the days get cool.
    I also love blue & yellow quilts, & jewel tones.

  • @kathleenmorgan3933
    @kathleenmorgan3933 Před rokem +4

    That was amazing , a quilt worthy of any bed, most impressed

  • @amybiblewski6038
    @amybiblewski6038 Před rokem +2

    Your quilt looks great. Sometimes simple patterns are the best.

  • @delaynec
    @delaynec Před rokem +7

    Love it! Can’t wait to see what’s next!

  • @carmenbailey1560
    @carmenbailey1560 Před rokem +4

    Fantastic quilt, great ways to conquer your scrap pile Thanks for sharing 👍❤️😊

  • @jenny154
    @jenny154 Před rokem +3

    Beautiful I love scrappy quilts. I would love to see a yellow scrappy project.

  • @Joyti1517
    @Joyti1517 Před rokem +1

    So happyI found you in my feed, you have inspired me to start quilting again 😀

  • @drmcki64
    @drmcki64 Před 25 dny

    Beautiful quilt! ❤

  • @conniehubbard2142
    @conniehubbard2142 Před rokem +26

    Loved watching this!! What a great way to use scraps, and your quilt and pillow turned out beautifully.

    • @barbarasinopoli7690
      @barbarasinopoli7690 Před rokem +3

      For color palettes, I love blues, grays, and turquoise, with orange for pop. Or red and pink is always lively. Red, pink and orange for some real pizazz

  • @user-gg5zt4bb8e
    @user-gg5zt4bb8e Před rokem +7

    I just found your channel this morning. Love the scrappy 2 1/2 " strip quilt! Your instructions are so clear. Thank you!

  • @tdriscollch1
    @tdriscollch1 Před rokem +9

    This quilt turned out beautifully! I’ve been looking for an easy project to do with my sisters and nieces. This is it!

  • @kristyfolsom3218
    @kristyfolsom3218 Před rokem +5

    I would love to see a Christmas one!!!

  • @GypsyinAus
    @GypsyinAus Před rokem +5

    Omg that quilt turned out fabulous! ❤

  • @susanowen1709
    @susanowen1709 Před rokem +6

    That turned out so beautiful! Puts me in mind of a lily pond with all the shades of blue & green, and bits of lighter colors here and there.

  • @user-sj5qr9ek8p
    @user-sj5qr9ek8p Před rokem +1

    I enjoy watching the quilts

  • @lbond2349
    @lbond2349 Před rokem

    Thank you. Great use of strips.

  • @sallyb8919
    @sallyb8919 Před rokem +13

    That was a lovely tutorial to watch. Thank you and I’m looking forward to next months already! ❤🎉

  • @michelleinScotland
    @michelleinScotland Před rokem +4

    What a great idea. I don't have as many 2 1/2 inch strips as you but I could certainly adapt this to make a quilt; thank you 🙂

  • @anitadiller4140
    @anitadiller4140 Před rokem

    Great way to use up leftover scraps. Looking forward to next month.

  • @arashid3989
    @arashid3989 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Great job. I am going to do the same thing. ❤thank you so much

  • @judithcordell1139
    @judithcordell1139 Před rokem +3

    I loved this. Simple but very easy with pleasing results.

  • @paulineshaw1548
    @paulineshaw1548 Před rokem +15

    Greetings from Scotland🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😊
    Really enjoyed watching your video - so much so that I have subscribed and look forward to more lessons in taming the scraps! I like your style - no “faffing” around, straight to to the point ❤

  • @mrschefyoda7825
    @mrschefyoda7825 Před rokem

    wow.. that turned out really cute.

  • @lawandaweiss1193
    @lawandaweiss1193 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Love that little green cutter. That is cool.

  • @maureenhebert7673
    @maureenhebert7673 Před 7 měsíci +4

    This is excellent! I’m in the process of organizing all my scraps and by the end I think I’ll have enough scraps for 100 quilts!! Omg it’s ridiculous. This makes it seem doable to make a bunch

  • @Jabezgirl57
    @Jabezgirl57 Před rokem +5

    I have 221 sections done on day 2! I used blue and green like you did and I’m excited to get this done. I plan to donate it. Did not make a dent in my scrap bin tho😂 thank you for this!

  • @michelepierce4454
    @michelepierce4454 Před rokem +1

    Blue and green are my favorite colors together

  • @brontebenoit6181
    @brontebenoit6181 Před 25 dny

    A large quilt, a gorgeous pillow, and an eyeglass case! You are the MacGyver of fabric. 💚🩵💙

  • @Marsee800
    @Marsee800 Před rokem +17

    I just love how that quilt came out; beautiful. ❤

  • @kerrywalker3005
    @kerrywalker3005 Před rokem +6

    Both projects turned out gorgeous! I love how you help us use our scraps. Thanks for another great video!

  • @gaillouviere8471
    @gaillouviere8471 Před rokem

    Blues and greens ! My favorites!! Can't wait to try this one! Great video!

  • @nafisahhamat
    @nafisahhamat Před 11 měsíci +1

    I like the way you work
    And made good result

  • @sonyamah5444
    @sonyamah5444 Před rokem +10

    This is awesome, I have a big collection of 2.5 strips as well- so excited to see what is next.. I hope you plan on doing other precuts as well!!

  • @lindalosier5989
    @lindalosier5989 Před rokem +5

    Love how it turned out!! Thanks for a great tutorial.

  • @oliviapeaches1173
    @oliviapeaches1173 Před rokem

    Wow! Now I have an idea on how to use up my strips 😊

  • @lidiahumble9177
    @lidiahumble9177 Před rokem +2

    🥳 beautiful work. 🤗 Blessings everyone. 🌼

  • @cuernavacadave
    @cuernavacadave Před rokem +3

    Beautiful, love it!

  • @joanndavenport8580
    @joanndavenport8580 Před rokem +6

    I love the tool you used for cutting the chained pieces apart. Love the finished pieces.

    • @joannamartin7641
      @joannamartin7641 Před rokem

      What was the cutting tool called?

    • @bhquilter
      @bhquilter Před rokem

      It's called Blade Saver. Put a used rotary blade inside.

  • @marienewman7441
    @marienewman7441 Před rokem

    I’m looking forward to following and doing a quilt each month. Thank you.

  • @zandramangrum5483
    @zandramangrum5483 Před rokem

    Great idea! Thank you for sharing this tutorial!

  • @mary2240
    @mary2240 Před rokem +4

    Your quilt turned out really pretty! I haven’t been quilting long enough to have much left over fabric but I’m definitely going to do this when I have enough.

  • @saundraweed9738
    @saundraweed9738 Před rokem +6

    Great ideas and instructions. Super easy to follow. Love the idea of coordinating colors to make a more cohesive look. It’s a more thoughtful presentation.

  • @teresaannechadwell8473

    Great job! It is beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

  • @florencemontague2281
    @florencemontague2281 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I enjoyed your scrappy 2 1/2 inch quilt sew very much!! very inspirational and gives me ideas what I can do with a bunch of 2 1/2 inch pieces I have. Thank you very much❤

  • @joananddavidcollins8711
    @joananddavidcollins8711 Před rokem +10

    I am a new quilter and this quilt so lovely and simple has inspired me. I will try to do one as I have a lot of material from my sewing days. I have subscribed, so I look forward to your next video. Love it.

  • @roseannhartman3753
    @roseannhartman3753 Před rokem +5

    What a beautiful quilt! Thank you so much for sharing this technique! I am very new to quilting but hopefully someday I’ll have enough scraps to try this.😊. My friend who is teaching me to quilt made the cutest dog bed and filled it with those tiny scraps you had at the very end of the video. Like you, she is very creative!! Thanks again for sharing this with us!

    • @lindsayschilling8707
      @lindsayschilling8707 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Welcome to the Quilt World! It's a fun & rewarding place to be. Quilt away Sister ❤

  • @patriciamclaughlin7862

    Love it. Will have to pull out my scrap bins to give this a try! Thank you.

  • @susanmckenney2465
    @susanmckenney2465 Před rokem +1

    Scrappy quilts are my favorite no matter what the era or pattern.
    Scrap bin is overflowing - time to just do it! Amazing video.
    Thanks!

  • @rhonda8231
    @rhonda8231 Před rokem +3

    It came out so pretty. I just love it.... I am awestruck at how many strips you have. That is a crazy amount. It didn't seem like you had enough to make a quilt. I am just amazed at people who can make scrappy quilts. They turn out so beautiful, I am too obsessive to make them personally. I wish I could do that.

    • @teresabaez6925
      @teresabaez6925 Před rokem

      Hola ,me pasa lo mismo que a ti, me complicó mucho con los diseños, y así rudimentarios quedan hermosos 😊

  • @Boykaxff
    @Boykaxff Před 11 měsíci +4

    So beautiful I was amazed how you did not lay the blocks out to see what type of pattern they would go in and I must say it looks absolutely beautiful ❤

  • @jeffsmamakat
    @jeffsmamakat Před rokem +1

    I love this idea and I have a TON of strips! Thank you. Looking forward top the next in the series too

  • @shannonnichols6001
    @shannonnichols6001 Před rokem

    Thanks for sharing this and I look forward to the next video in this series of 2-1/2" strips of scrappy fabrics. 😊