Quilting on a Budget: What can you do with a Fat Quarter?

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Tuesday, March 3, 2009

What can you do with a Fat Quarter?

As quilters, we collect fat quarters for many reasons - the main reason being, because I want it! - and often end up with a collection of fat quarters that may not fit into any particular quilt. So what else can you do with a fat quarter?

SewMamaSew has the answer! February was "Fat Quarter Month" and the folks at SewMamaSew gathered more than 100 projects for you to create from those fat quarters that probably aren't going to make it into a quilt in the near future. Most projects include step-by-step instructions or a photo tutorial, and are collected from blogs and web sites everywhere.

Instructions and tutorials are broken down into categories, including:

Pincushions
Journal, notebook and passport covers
Fabric mobiles
Baby gift sets
Oven Mitts and Potholders
Bookmarks
Table Runners
Hats
Fabric Boxes
Patchwork Towels
Box Bags
Coasters
Softies
Bibs
Ornaments
Mouse Pads
Napkins
Slippers
Patchwork Skirts
Handbags and Clutches
Wall Art and Bulletin Boards
Patchwork Belts
Door Stops
Buntings
Tissue Holders
Baby Shoes
Pillows

Whether you're planning ahead for the holidays or just want to have some non-quilty fun at your sewing machine, there's something at this web site for everyone. Bookmark the site, as you'll refer to it often!