While the fabric store is one of my favorite places to visit and Quilt Market is “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”, lately I have been inspired by finding yardage in other places. My #1 spot right now is the thrift store for 3 reasons:
1. Recycle! I think it is great when I can reuse and repurpose. I think it is more responsible and more resourceful. I love taking something that has been cast off and turning it into something really cool.
2. Price! Fabric can get really expensive, but thrift stores will have several yards of fabric for a low flat price. Most have sections just for fabric and you can also find nice fabric with generous yardage in the home section as well. This gives me the freedom to play and experiment with the fabrics because the investment is lower.
3. One of a kind pieces! You never know what you will find or what will inspire you. A current designer fabric is everywhere in every form, but recycled fabrics make for more unique creations.
Here are some pieces I have created from recycled curtains. I purchased a one panel of each fabric. Both had vertical stripes. I love stripes, and even more, I love to manipulate stripes! I cut these pillow covers on the bias.
For the 1st pillow, a pretty oyster chenille, I made 4 pillow covers with a sophisticated diagonal stripe.
On the second, a navy and white striped heavy cotton, I created 3 pillow covers with variations of a bold chevron pattern. The pattern is repeated on both sides giving the edges unique and eye catching designs.
Find these one of a kind pieces HERE. Btw, this cool metal basket is also a thrift find. Love!
Coming soon….
A purse from a 2nd hand skirt.
Pillow covers from this pretty 2nd hand find, an original screen print from the Platinum Collection Richloom.
I hope this inspires you in your search for fabric. Please share your finds. I would love to hear about them!
-Tara
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