The Value of Scraps

A few weeks ago, my friend Denise asked if I wanted her scraps. Knowing that her taste in fabrics was wonderful, I immediately said yes.

Of course, I expected a small bag of scraps and was surprised when she showed up with two HUGE bags….

I have been processing these over the last few days (more about that next week) and started wondering how much all of these bits and pieces were actually worth.

So, I went into Geek Accountant mode and did some calculations.

IF I am cutting 2.5-inch strips, I can get a little over 14 strips out of a yard of fabric.

Let’s say that fabric is $10 per yard…. I know….. $14 might be closer to the real price, but let’s estimate low.

So, each 2.5-inch strip is worth $0.71.

And, if I moved on to 2.5-inch squares, each one would be worth $0.045.

Those numbers add up FAST!!!

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STOP SAVING YOUR SCRAPS FOR “SOMEDAY”

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