20 Ways to Use Leftover Fabric

Have you ever made a pillow cover and wondered what to do with the leftover fabric? I always end up with lots of leftovers, since I tend to over-estimate the amount needed. I hate throwing away perfectly nice fabric, but I don’t have the space to just store a bunch of leftover pieces. That’s why I’ve compiled a list of my favorite ways to use leftover fabric.  Happy Crafting!

• Make dollhouse blankets, rugs, curtains, or tiny pillows (filled with pieces of cotton ball).

• Fill your drawers and closets with sachets (fill with lavender or other dried herbs).

• Make a removable book cover or a permanent notebook cover.

• Cut cardboard and cover to make a case for your Kindle or iPad.

• Ditch the gift bag and make a wine cover for a doubly sweet gift.

• Make a patchwork blanket.

• Frame the fabric as art, or use it as matting in a frame.

• Cover a shoebox to create pretty storage.

• Add some ribbon to make a pretty bookmark.

• Grab some velcro to make a sealable pencil pouch.

• Create your own hot pads or coasters.

• Sew (or glue) a large strip to half of an elastic headband to show off your own style.

• Wrap around cheap flipflops and tie around your ankle for a unique sandal.

• Create a short curtain valance out of hanging fabric strips.

• Grab some rice and essential oil to make your own hand warmers or heating pads.

• Stuff with lots of tiny “unusable” pieces to make a pin cushion.

• Glue strips onto washcloths and hand towels to personalize your bathroom.

• Braid long strips and tie together for a hip necklace.

• Tie around a foam ring to make your own wreath (for any time of year).

• Make a small pillow for a child’s room, doll cradle, or pet bed.