🎆Scrappiness is Happiness and Holder/Desk Tidy Up day
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I appreciate you responding to the question “how do you have time to sew and do house work?” I have six children and I homeschool and work part time. I get this question so much and let’s be honest it’s not really a question, it’s a statement. If you love to do something, you make time for it and you shouldn’t have to answer to others about what you’re allowed to accomplish because they can’t seam to accomplish as much as you do!
One of my goals for January.....to organize the rest of my scraps
Oh my goodness! Some of those questions cracked me up!
Thanks for your Organization Challenge! On Sunday I pulled boxes, bins, bags and other assorted items out of closet and shelving unit. Found I had flannel/fleece in 2 places. Packed my 2 whole battings with some other batting items, put batting pieces in another bin so able to get to for mats, placemats and runners easier. I did get 3 bags of give away items and am currently going through magazines to give to a friend who wants them. I keep thinking "Am I really going to make this?" when I see an article. I still have too much but better knowledge of what I do have now. I need to get a couple things completed so will empty more bins and hopefully NOT refill them quickly! I feel better about my room now but still more to go!
I really love your top & scarf combination today!!
I also struggle in letting fabric go to a good home. The one area I did go through was the shopping bag full of left over scraps. I love the look of “organized “ scrappy quilts but I know I will never make one. So I went through that big bag - and found several little treasures! So glad I did that bit of organizing! All of the other bits and pieces will go to another home. I feel so liberated knowing I really don’t need to hold onto them.
Find a group that makes charity quilts or consider making charity quilts. My group made 171 quilts for Lutheran World Relief last year. I donated some of the fabric and made many of the quilt tops and it was very rewarding!
This weekend I cleared out 1/2 of 7 of the fabric bins I had and refolded. My sister-in-law was so happy to take it! So freeing! Still have browns, grays, whites and blacks to go through.
So far I have organized my fabrics and today I plan on getting my desk in order including going through all of the drawers and getting them organized. This hasn't been done in years. A must do for me.
I cleaned out some bins the other day and found a perfectly great pair or scissors and rotary cutter🎉
I love that you addressed reducing fabric and some guilt that might come with it. I really struggle in this area. 😢😢
Me too!
Pat you give wonderful helpful ideas and hints. Very encouraging. I really appreciate the most how you teach us about fabric color and matching/putting it together in a quilt.
I struggle with giving fabric away,as I have paid alot of money for it,chosen it because I love it and cannot afford to not have it,but I do make little gift bags,shopping bags,book covers ,all sorts to use the fabric,then give to friends and charity .
Ha ha ha we all need a dust fairy!😂🤣
Thank you for going thru your bin!! It made me realize that I do the same thing...just stuff things back in the bin even if I'm not going to use them again for a long while..and some I can just get rid of. I was raised by my Grandmother who lived during the depression..I always say I got my "hoarding" from her because of the depression, but her house never looked cluttered and if she got something, she used it or got rid of it. So after this video, I realized I can't use that excuse anymore and need to take a really truthful look at my hobby stuff. THANK YOU!!!
you are welcome!
A donation spot might be a “basket” for your local quilt guilds quilt show sale table, boutique and/or basket sale. Just a thought!
You are such an inspiration to keep our sewing rooms clean and tidy
Thanks again Pat, I love your tidy up challenge’s. I did comment that I was getting a custom closet well I did clean out that closet for construction. Then I went into my sewing room and just continued organizing and cleaning what a task but a little at a time and I’m seeing progress. Oh and I did find lots of dust LOL.I did love the way you answered the question on housework and sewing it was perfect.
I think I hit the deal of the century at JoAnn today! Their storage bins are all on sale. I got six ArtBin Super Satchel, 1 compartment, 15.25" x 14" x 3.5" containers. I ordered them online and picked up in store in order to get an additional 25% off the sale price of $10.99 each!! They had eight in stock but I didn't want to be greedy so I left them but they had more in diferent colors. Mine are clear with blue handles and latches. Now, I'm going to have to do more reorganizing to find a place for them. I plan to use them similar to how Pat is using hers for projects. I agree with what she says about how hard it is to get rid of fabric. I don't have any sewing friends or relatives who need it so when I do get rid of it I'll probably donate to a charity that makes quilts.
Those Artbin Super Satchels - Joanne’s often has them on sale. They are $10.99 each right now.
I have been given fabric from friends. It was getting overwhelming. I had to wash a lot of it. My cat was sleeping in the cabinet. I started a group of ladies to make charity quilt from our church.
ThankPat for all the inspiration! Perfect thing to do when the weather is stormy! ❤
I agree with you on the lighter fabrics. But, when you placed it on the wall it looks great! Amazing what a little distance can do
Thank you for the encouragement to tidy up! I have been going through my fabric and have quite a bit ready to donate to a friend who has an art studio/sewing studio. She has classes for children and adults. I know she will be able to use it!
Two weeks ago I bought my eight IKEA Kellex Cube organizer, this one 2 X 4 cubes. Five of eight are this size. Sure helps with getting organized after Christmas sewing. I'm going to make an organizer for my rulers and hang it on the back of the room door. I love to organize!
As far as donating fabric, senior centers will take them for craft projects they sell. Also, my quilt guild has a sharing table that you can donate items to and others can take. If you really don't want it but want to know it will go to good use, those are good options. You can also donate on Craigslist under Free stuff
Love all the blocks too! The bee I find is so cute!
Are you there? Oh my, how you make me laugh!🥰
I kkep my fabric in bins or behind doors but sometimes they to need to be moved around n refolded
@Pat Sloan Norwax has a great dust wand
I only have one tote of fabric but went through it and removed all the smaller pieces that I cut into 2 1/2 " squares. I also organized my thread drawer which is part of a roller cart. So far so good.
Love your outfit today.
I am going to use your tip on making a label. To let the family know they were prayed for. We are starting with the pregnancy Stress center
Good morning Pat.
I bought three of these bins yesterday. I found clear ones at The Container Store for $17.99-cheaper than Amazon. Of course, I need to go back for a couple more!
Just printed off the mug rug pattern can't wait to make this!
Norwax sells a great dust wand
They gave some great products!
Thank you
I’m dying to see a parts bin quilt!
Thank you for all your inspiration.. I struggle with getting rid of fabric…what if I need it???
you most likely won't .. if you need something you can buy it for that project
I am about half done. Thread and my sewing cabinet. I still have more scraps to go through. One of the things I want to do is write down my plans for the collections I have. I sometimes buy fabric with a plan in mind and then later I completely forget what that was. I have a planner so I will have to find a place to put that. I have scraps that are box store scraps and I do not really have the room and yet I am struggling to get rid of it
Beautiful square today!
Can't wait to get started today - some sewing first. Have been sick with bronchitis for almost 2wks, so am sewing machine deprived!
I hope you feel better this week and get some fun time sewing and straightening up.
To my eye the bold polka dot fabric doesn't work. It drew my attention immediately and the rest of the block got obscured. However once in the design wall with the other blocks, it's not so glaring. Thank you for the video 😊👍💕
I use the words unwanted, unwelcome, and no longer needed when decluttering. Those words help me.
Those blue bins look great. I bought a few that won’t stay latched and they make me crazy.
Make sure to get art bin type. I bought some that didnt latch and the also break easy
maybe you didn't get Artbin brand, they work perfectly
I think people don't know where the description box is. That "more..." Area is very small to see.
everyone can learn just like you did
I’m being kept busy with spouse. Even though vaccinated he ended up with shingles. It seems his post-chemo infusions has lowered his immunity. Haven’t been sewing much. So I need to get back in to it.
I’m currently working on a project & haven’t started the Scrappiness is Happiness, but I’m going to pick out my fabric now. Is there a background color you don’t like to use especially in a scrappy quilt? Thanks for always helping me, you give great advise❤️
Where do you get the tops you wear…I love every one of them…my style
Pat you have talked about your studio being on the smaller size. Were do you do your basting? I fine that to be my nemesis.
i pin baste on my cutting table, spray baste on my ironing board or sent to the long armer
How many rotary cutters will "you" keep in the basket? How many will you keep in total of the same size? If you only cut in your studio, how many would you recommend having? (I have 1 at my table, one in my to go bag - I trim scraps when sewing with friends - & 1 that keeps "me" questioning why I have three 45mm rotary cutters.) I know just like fabric/personality, the answer is different based on available space, etc. You have more space than me, but not a lot more, so I'm very curious how you use your space.
I am about ready to toss several of my rotary cutters. A couple are not working right so may be dangerous.
Some companies will replace them. I have a few different sizes for different jobs. For small piecing squares, I use a small 28mm to trim them up. The larger ones work great for multiple layers.
Do you use a special rotary cutter that you use to cut foundation paper block, vinyl bonded blocks, etc., my thought is like I have fabric scissors and then scissors to cut other stuff ?
Everything‘s delayed over here -I broke my clavicle bone & at first they didn’t think I needed surgery now surgery is recommended. blah!!!
I really cracked up when I heard the part about the dust!!! I can’t tell you how many times I’ve told people if it’s in the house- it’s dust, if it’s in my sewing room, it’s lint and it doesn’t count🥸😂 If it’s in the house and it bothers them they can dust it for me!!
There may be a kitchen sink quilt in your future with the parts been overflowing😊
What does Greg think about the changing of the quilts seasonally? Does he ever give you an opinion like I like this quilt, or I prefer this quilt, or I don't really care for that one? Or does he not even notice?☺
You mention charity donations for quilting materials and notions. Can you expand on where and how to donate?
Watch Thursday Video for suggestions and check out my list of charities at my website www.ilovetomakequilts.com/quilt-tops-for-chairty.html
Ok, will do. BUT ladies help who do we donate to? I need to do a big clean out and share, I would love to find a new quilter around me to give to, but how do I go about this?
watch my thurs video and check this page www.ilovetomakequilts.com/quilt-tops-for-chairty.html
@@PatSloan Thank you.
I have two ruler holders which I no longer use because they take up too much table space which I have little or none to begin with. What solution do you have as to how to store all the little rulers? I find if I put them in a drawer I forget about them and they never get used. Oh boy!
I had a toggle bolt in the ceiling ( like you would hang a plant from) with a hook. Hung a section of link chain and used the metal shower curtain hooks and would hang my rulers. All were visible and took less space than if they were on a table or shelf.
Got question doing a string quilt 6 1/2 inch squares with gold sashings my main thing is not wanting to buy any material how can I put together a backing.hope I said it right Newfoundland Canada
ask at my community page as I don't do that type of quilting but others do. facebook.com/groups/QuiltWithPatSloan
What is the blue quilt behind you called?
the link is in the description box under the video - here is what it says ::Blue Quilt behind me is Home Is patterns at www.ilovetomakequilts.com/home-is-quilt-along.html
What is the red and white star block pattern on the opposite wall behind you?
it is linked under every video in the description box, here is what it says ' ::My Red and White quilt is in this book amzn.to/3IFMfnj
Thanks Pat. I saw that after I asked. I should have deleted my post. It is very pretty and caught my eye immediately. That always costs me money when that happens 😆
Have you ever thought of donating the blocks in your parts bin to a charity?
i have given SO much to charity groups. there are all random sizes, not an easy thing for people to put together
I am more a controlled scrappy person.
Dust! There's nothing worse!
Off subject: I'm feeling blessed today because I'm still healthy enough to donate blood. It's not expensive for me to make more. Give blood. Save a life. Get a cookie.