Pretty cottage crafts made with fabric scraps and lace for charming DIY decor, gifts and upcycled projects.
Hello friends! Today we are reaching into those baskets, drawers and little bags filled with fabric scraps, lace trim, old doilies and tiny pieces that we simply could not bring ourselves to throw away… and giving them a chance to become something beautiful.
There is something so comforting about crafts like these. They remind us that we do not always need a cart filled with new supplies to make our homes feel special… sometimes the prettiest ideas begin with a few leftovers, a little imagination and a quiet afternoon at the craft table.
This lovely collection is filled with wreaths, garlands, pillows, flowers, sachets, pumpkins and all kinds of charming decorations for the home. There are ideas for every season, projects for those who enjoy sewing and plenty of simple creations for those who would rather reach for the fabric glue.
So gather up those beautiful little bits and pieces you have been saving… they are finally going to have their moment! Simply click on the name of the project that catches your eye to visit the complete tutorial.
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Pretty Cottage Crafts to Make
Farmhouse Fabric Star Garland
Soft stuffed stars made from grain sack, denim and ticking fabric give this garland such a warm farmhouse feeling. Change the colors and prints to make it work for patriotic decorating, Christmas, a nursery or any cozy little corner of the home.
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DIY Lace Fabric Hearts
These romantic little hearts are a wonderful way to use leftover fabric, lace, buttons, ribbons and tiny embellishments. Make them as hanging decorations, bowl fillers, thoughtful gifts or lavender filled sachets that smell as lovely as they look.
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Upcycled Lace Garland
This delicate garland turns pretty pieces of lace and old doilies into a soft and romantic farmhouse decoration. Drape it across a mantel, hutch, old window or headboard whenever a room needs a little extra texture and charm.
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Framed Vintage Doily Wall Art
A salvaged window frame, painted screen and collection of vintage doilies come together as truly beautiful wall art. This is such a meaningful way to display treasured lace instead of leaving it folded away in a drawer.
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Decorative Fabric Sailboats
Old weaving shuttles become the sweetest decorative sailboats with wooden masts and simple fabric sails. They are wonderfully creative and would bring an unexpected touch of cottage coastal charm to a shelf, mantel or summer display.
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Scrapbusting DIY Fabric Twine
Those long skinny fabric strips that usually end up tangled in the scrap basket can be twisted together to make colorful handmade twine. Use it for gift wrapping, garlands, planters, baskets or any project that could use an extra touch of handmade texture.
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Lace, Burlap and Peach Blossom Garland
Lace, burlap and delicate peach blossoms create a beautiful garland filled with soft farmhouse texture. It comes together quickly and would look lovely across a mantel, shelf, mirror or old window for spring and summer.
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Chunky Tattered Fabric Sunflowers
Simple circles of cotton fabric become chunky stuffed sunflowers with just a little cutting and hand stitching. The loose stitches and wonderfully tattered edges give them the perfectly imperfect farmhouse personality that makes handmade pieces so special.
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Leafy DIY Fabric Scrap Wreath
Pieces of old wool blankets and leftover fabric are transformed into colorful leaves for this full and beautiful wreath. It is an especially clever way to enjoy favorite fabrics and could easily be customized for every season of the year.
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Mini Fabric Ghost Garland
These sweet little fabric ghosts give leftover scraps a playful Halloween moment without feeling too spooky. The soft materials and simple shapes make this an especially charming garland for a cozy cottage style home.
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Fabric and Lace Flag Bunting
Small fabric flags, cotton lace and fabric binding come together to make a wonderfully detailed bunting. Choose scraps in soft florals, cheerful colors or seasonal prints to create a garland that is completely your own.
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Grain Sack Lavender Heart Sachets
These grain sack hearts are filled with fragrant lavender and finished with a simple hanging loop. Tuck them into drawers and closets, hang them from a peg rack or give them as thoughtful little handmade gifts.
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Easy Neutral Fabric Strip Wreath
Torn strips of coordinating fabric are tied around a wire form to create this wonderfully full wreath. The soft neutral palette allows it to work through several seasons, but you can easily use any colors and patterns you love.
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Summer Fabric Pillow Wreath
Tiny stuffed fabric pillows are tied around a wreath form to create this cheerful summer decoration. It is a delightful way to showcase a favorite charm pack or a collection of colorful coordinating scraps.
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Denim and Lace Fabric Scrap Flag
Layers of denim, drop cloth and lace create a soft farmhouse interpretation of the American flag. Ruffled fabric stripes and buttons in place of stars give this patriotic project so much texture and handmade charm.
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No Sew Fabric Flower Garland
Linen samples or leftover fabric pieces are shaped into simple flowers and attached to twine with hot glue. The finished garland would look beautiful along a shelf, across a headboard or woven through a sweet cottage display.
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Scrap Fabric Bowl
Fabric strips, bulky yarn and a sturdy base come together to create a useful little bowl for the home. Fill it with sewing notions, wrapped treats or small treasures while enjoying the fact that those leftover scraps did not go to waste.
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Scrap Fabric Rope Flower Pot
Twisted fabric twine is wrapped around a small flowerpot or jar to give it a colorful new personality. This is a wonderfully forgiving project for even the tiniest scraps and every combination of fabrics will create a different look.
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Fabric Scrap Patchwork Coasters
Small pieces of favorite fabric become colorful patchwork coasters that are both pretty and useful. Make a coordinating set for your own coffee table or bundle several together for a sweet handmade housewarming gift.
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Reversible Burlap and Lace Table Runner
Burlap gives this reversible table runner wonderful farmhouse texture while the lace trim softens the entire look. It is a pretty way to dress the table for everyday meals, holidays or a special gathering with friends and family.
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Fabric Scrap Bookmarks
Scrap canvas and leftover floral transfers become charming bookmarks with softly frayed edges. They would make thoughtful little gifts for book lovers, teachers, grandchildren or anyone who still loves turning the pages of a real book.
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Scrap Fabric Floral Spring Pillow
Narrow strips of scrap fabric are shaped into dimensional flowers and leaves on a simple pillow cover. You could even use pieces of meaningful clothing or family fabrics to turn this pretty project into a treasured keepsake.
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No Sew Scrap Fabric Sunflower Pillow
Torn yellow, gray and brown fabric scraps are layered together to create a large sunflower on a pillow cover. The entire design is attached with fabric glue, making this a wonderful choice for anyone who loves the handmade look but does not sew.
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Primitive Wrapped Clothespins
Plain wooden clothespins and cotton fabric scraps are aged with coffee before being wrapped together for an authentic primitive farmhouse look. Gather them in a wooden bowl, old basket or crock to create a simple display filled with old fashioned character.
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Colorful Fall Fabric and Lace Pumpkins
Colorful fabrics, lace bows, old buttons and small doilies turn these stuffed pumpkins into something truly special. They prove that autumn decorating does not have to be limited to orange and brown… pink, turquoise, navy and green can be just as charming!
Visit the TutorialA Little More Lace and Doily Inspiration
These last two ideas are not individual craft tutorials, but they are filled with beautiful suggestions for using the lace, doilies and trims you may already have. I thought they were much too lovely to leave behind… so consider them a little extra inspiration for your next creative afternoon.
Collecting and Repurposing Vintage Lace Edging
Take a peek at a wonderful collection of vintage lace edging along with creative ideas for using it throughout your crafts and decorating. You may never walk past a little bundle of old lace at an estate sale or thrift shop again!
Using Vintage Doilies Around the Farmhouse
See how simple doilies can soften baskets, displays, tabletops and everyday decorations around a farmhouse home. Sometimes all it takes is one pretty piece of lace to give an ordinary corner a little more warmth and character.
I hope these beautiful projects have inspired you to pull out that basket of fabric scraps and lace you have been saving for someday. There are so many lovely possibilities hiding inside those little leftovers… and it feels especially good to make something wonderful from supplies we already have.
Which project would you make first? I have a feeling those lace hearts, colorful pumpkins and primitive clothespins are going to find their way onto quite a few craft tables!
Happy creating, friends!
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