Begin with scrap fabrics from "summary" of Sunday Morning Quilts by Amanda Jean Nyberg,Cheryl Arkison
The idea of starting with scrap fabrics is at the heart of our quilting philosophy. It speaks to our desire to create beauty from what others might discard. It also acknowledges the reality of our quilting lives. We don’t always have a grand plan or a color scheme in mind when we start a new project. Sometimes we just want to sew, to piece, to quilt. By beginning with scrap fabrics, we give ourselves a starting point. We can pull a few fabrics from our stash and see where they take us. We don’t need to worry about cutting into that precious yardage we’ve been saving for years, or about making a mistake with a cherished piece of fabric. Starting with scraps allows us to experiment, to play, to be free. It is liberating to work with fabrics that are already cut and ready to go. We can mix and match without fear of running out or making a wrong choice. We can audition fabrics without commitment. But starting with scraps is more than just a practical consideration. It is a creative choice. Scrap quilts have a long and storied history in the quilting world. They speak to a tradition of frugality, innovation, and resourcefulness. They celebrate the beauty of imperfection, the charm of randomness, the joy of serendipity. In our own quilting practice, we have found that starting with scraps opens up a world of possibilities. It challenges us to see potential where others might see only leftovers. It encourages us to trust our instincts, to listen to the fabrics as they speak to us. It reminds us that quilting is not just about making something pretty; it is about telling a story, capturing a moment, expressing a feeling. So the next time you find yourself at your sewing machine, wondering what to make, consider beginning with scraps. You may be surprised where they lead you. You may discover a new way of working, a new way of seeing, a new way of being. You may find that the scraps themselves have something to teach you. And in the end, you may just create something beautiful.
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