We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Fabric scraps are unavoidable if you sew, quilt, or upholster on the regular. Your torn pillowcases and socks without mates are textile waste, ...

Scrap quilting blends creativity, sustainability, and tradition by transforming leftover fabrics into unique, functional art. From timeless patterns to modern improvisations, every piece tells a story ...

Using fabric scraps as gift wraps adds a personal touch to presents while being environmentally friendly. Wrap gifts in ...

Sometimes the best DIY projects come from materials you would least expect—namely, the pile of leftover fabric from your other crafts. While the scraps from other sewing or quilting projects may not ...

Longtime readers of this column may remember the reader who wanted to know where she could donate her fabric scraps. I offered details on a small organization in Texas that turns new fabric scraps ...

So, what’s a discouraged treehugger to do? While it’s tempting to scream into the void, you can make a difference by keeping your textiles out of the trash. Donating, swapping and buying second-hand ...