Puppy pads from remnants: one more great use for recycled fabric

Wasn't sure what to do with some of the remnants as they contained extra panels on front. Came up with the idea of making puppy pads to donate to the local animal shelter for use in the cages for the dogs. Turned out great; made 15 and plan to carry them to the Young-Williams Animal Center tomorrow and donate. I used fabric remnants on the fronts and used tee shirts for the linings on the backs.

Puppy pads made from fabric remnants

More bags; this one is big; love the dog.

Big, bigger, biggest: this purse wins the prize as largest of them all.

Wow ! This one really turned out to be pretty and it is huge. Love the lining which was formerly a pillow cover.

Warmer temperatures sent me into a flurry of efforts with my sewing machine. Made more purses. Love this hobby. Enjoy the creative output and the production of something useful while also pretty.

Each purse is fully lined. It takes 3 or 4 fabric swatches to make each bag. 2 or 3 for the sides, front and back and one for the handles. I use donated fabric or old clothing for the lining. I enjoy planning each bag and matching the swatches together into something harmonious. Using old clothing for the lining saves money and keeps items out of the landfill. I am very fortunate that friends donated old clothing and table cloths to me for my projects. I am planning to attend the Spring meeting of the East Tennessee Plant Swap and need about 30 bags to give away at that event. Looking forward to enjoying the smiles I see when people choose their free bags. A local furniture store donates fabric remnants to me. I won't say which one because I don't want anyone to mess with my great deal.

Making purses from fabric remnants is a fun hobby for me. I have made and given away more than 150 bags.