If you sew, you probably have a stack of fat quarters just sitting there… waiting.
They’re too cute to use, but too small for big projects. So they end up folded in a pile while you wonder what to make with them.
The best part about fat quarters is they are perfect for quick, fun sewing projects!
Whether you want to make something useful for your home, a gift for a friend, or just use up those pretty prints, there are so many beginner-friendly projects you can sew in an afternoon.
What is a fat quarter?
It is a term used often but maybe you aren't exactly sure what it mean. A fat quarter is a piece of fabric that equals a quarter of a yard but it is cut differently from a regular quarter yard. A fat quarter is fabric cut into a rectangle that measures 18" x 22".
You can find them at local fabric stores, craft shops, and even in the fabric aisles at Walmart. They come in lots of colors and patterns, which makes them super fun to use.
Fat Quarter Sewing Project Ideas
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- Boxy Bag for all those toiletries
- Tea Wallet to carry your tea from place to place
- Kids Mini Tote perfect for little ones
- Planner Zipper Pouch add to your planner to keep everything organized
- Microwave Bowl Cozy stop burning fingers on soup bowls
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- Paper Piece Mug Rug to keep coffee warm
- Little Girls Purse for all those little girls
- Baby Burp Cloths perfect for babies
- Penny Pocket Pillow always find your favorite book
- Fabric Bucket to share all the treats
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- 1st Aid Kit great for travel
- Scissor Keeper don't lose those scissors anymore
- Baby Bib clean babies are happy babies
- Patchwork Bucket lovely for holding a gift or keeping organized
- Water Bottle Holder great for summer hikes
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- Hanging Towel make for all the holidays
- Easy Headband for gifting to woman and girls
- Book Sleeve keeps your book safe
- Reusable Paper Towels save money and the environment
- Oven Mitt add a little something to your kitchen
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- Mini Pot Pinchers more color for your kitchen
- Fabric Bifold Wallet great for travel
- Round Pot Holders cute and functional
- Hanging Fabric Basket add to kitchen or pantry
- Zipper Pouch because we can never have too many zipper pouches
This roundup of fat quarter sewing projects will help you turn that fabric stash into something you’ll actually use (and love). Grab your favorite bundle and let’s make something fun!
hello. just got a machine and have been folloriwn you for years - great projects ! where do you get material now that joann is closed ?
ReplyDeleteHello, There are lots of places that you can get fabric. If you want to stick with buying at a brick and mortar store, Walmart and Michaels have great selections. Comfortable with buying online? Try Amazon for a great overall selection and Spoonflower if you are wanting specialty print fabric. I've also had luck with checking out Facebook Marketplace and thrift stores/creative reuse stores (just make sure that you wash/treat the fabric before using) Here is a link to a YouTube video about creative reuse stores: https://youtu.be/noKv0vX_2kU?si=iYbmfJ2yiR03zpIn
DeleteI hope this helps. :)