Modern scrap quilts

With the rising cost of living, there has never been a better time to shop from your own stash. Here are 21 modern scrap quilt patterns to inspire you to pull out your fabric scrap baskets and make a quilt! Scrap quilts patterns leftover fabric; modern scrap quilt patterns; Zero-waste sewing patterns; Craft work with waste material

52 of my favorite modern quilts from QuiltCon 2024.

This winter I'm in a bit of a sewing slump. I've decided instead of buying more fabric--I want to use what I have on hand, but use it differently. I don't have lots of solids, but I do have lots of fabric. Research: I've been gathering photo ideas to build Modern Scrappy Quilts this year. I'm looking for random--unexpected color combinations and simple construction. Here are some quilt photos from Pinterest that caught my eye. This first one I like. Its simple, simple construction. Take an…

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What do you get when you add art to scrap quilting? Scrap art quilts, of course! These beautiful designs will inspire you to create your own.

Join us as we continue to dive even deeper into scrap quilting this month. This time we're giving you our top preparation tips for making a modern scrap quilt. Even designing scrap quilts takes planning ahead! So, take a moment to consider these 5 tips when you’re preparing your scraps for sewing.

This is one of my favorite scrap quilt patterns lately...I have another quilt top just like this one I need to finish. The squares are cut 2.5 x 4.5 inches, so my scrap bin had much to contribute to this quilt. Nothing makes me happier than using up scraps. I think this pattern appeals to me because it is random, but somewhat organized scrappy. I was inspired by this quilt I found on Pinterest several years ago, but there are many tutorials out there similar to it. For the binding I used up…

We are sew excited to share this fabulous string piecing techniques with you so you can get rid of your scrap stash and make creative quilts!

An emerald green Up and Away quilt with rainbow accents. This modern quilt pattern is quick and easy to sew up and comes with instructions for five sizes: baby, throw, twin, queen and king. The pattern can be used with all fat quarters, all yardage or with a mix of both so that you can make the most of your stash. A great way to use up left over fabric! Pattern available at Bonjour Quilts.