Why are remnant fabrics my weakness? Maybe it’s because they’re a challenge. Finding a pattern to suit the amount of fabric I’ve found is a challenge.
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| Vogue 8815 test using Cue remnants from Pitt Trading |
Do remnant fabrics ignite my passion for puzzle solving? Should I see a shrink about trawling for fabric especially when the sign on the basket says ‘designer remnants’?
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| Original Charlie Brown remnant fabric from Pitt Trading |
The case in my defence remains, remnants are a low risk purchase to test a future pattern. Making a pattern fit usually means testing it out. Using calico to test a pattern for knit fabric or stretch wovens doesn’t work.
This Charlie Brown abstract knit looked too big for a shortie like me, but I tried to used the main print where it made sense. I bought this fabric at Pitt Trading a few years ago.
See where the longest part of the print is? I’ve used New Look 6149 for this top.
And I’ve kept the front ‘clean’ at the waist. I love my Minerva black jeans.
Below is the second knit remnant I bought ages ago at Pitt Trading. Both prints were from Charlie Brown. The main buying guide I used was to choose strong colours for possible wearable toiles and at the time of purchase, I hadn’t made the purple skinny jeans below.
And the Bomber jacket above was made using an Ikea remnant. This jacket is a keeper.
Test 3: I used this remnant again to test the bodice for the PR Winter dress. I wasn’t sure about the neckline or shoulder fit. I was also curious about the waistline.
So once I put this top together, I had just enough fabric left to put a band at the base of the top.
I rest my case ‘Your Honour’.
Have a lovely Easter break everyone.
velosews 
The diagonal placement of the larger print is superb – it really elongates your tiny frame.
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You know I love a challenge with remnants. I love how you've used that large print – fussy cutting when you have limited fabric is definitely what I classify as a challenge!
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Some great fabric there Maria! Hard to choose which is my favourite.
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ps voted for your winifred
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Great job on the remnants, I always find them so tempting, too. I like the black and white one the best, great job on the print placement.
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Can't resist a remnant myself either – maybe it's the extra challenge to 'make it work' or are the prints more interesting on a smaller piece of fabric? Love your black and white wrap top
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You have taken the word 'Remnant' to a whole new level. The black and white top is my favorite!
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I love remnants too! It is the excitement of making something for so little. Usually a bargain 🙂
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I adore the B&W top – and I love remnants – I think it's a combination of a scots heritage, puzzle piecing and that the decision is made for me – 1.5 or 3m, brown or blue colour way, wide or narrow stripes… it's already decided, they are what they are 😉
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I love the black & white top! I usually don't find remnants as wonderful as these. Or maybe my brain cells can't see the potential of them. Love your creations.
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The challenge delights me too! I love these and how you have placed the pattern on each. Drool, drool!
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I somehow missed this post. Love what you can do with a remnant. Very nice indeed.
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It's fun.
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I'm very pattern placement conscious. And when I get it 'wrong' it's a scream.
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Thanks RiAnge. Your fabric choices are always amazing to me.
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Exactly:)
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I think my bargain brain gets a workout with remnants.
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They do make you think, and then sew.
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Thanks Emma.
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At least there's a choice right?
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Your remakes and thrift sewing inspire me.
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Thanks Sarah Liz.
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I am also a fan of the remnant. You've just demonstrated what a great thing a remnant is! Excellent tops.
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