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Turn Your Scrap Fabric Stash Into Stunning Art with These Mixed Media Fabric Blocks

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Scrap fabric blocks

Got a basket (or five) overflowing with fabric scraps you just can’t bring yourself to toss? Same here. That’s why I was so excited to come across the Mixed Media Fabric Blocks tutorial from Thermoweb. This project is a total game-changer for anyone looking to breathe new life into their leftover fabric bits.

Instead of throwing away those tiny pieces you’ve been hoarding — the selvages, the odd-sized squares, the trims that were too pretty to toss — this tutorial shows you how to transform them into mini masterpieces. Think of it as an art journal made with fabric.

A Creative Way to Use Every Last Scrap

What I love most about this project is how scrap-friendly it is. Seriously — there’s no need for perfectly matched prints or pristine cuts. In fact, the more variety, the better! You’ll layer fabrics, add paint, experiment with stencils, and throw in stitching and embellishments to create totally one-of-a-kind art blocks.

Using products like HeatnBond fusible web and Deco Foil Transfer Gel, you can blend your scraps into a textured, vibrant collage that’s equal parts quilted art and mixed media magic. And since each block is small, it’s the perfect low-pressure project to try something new.

Endless Ways to Use These Fabric Blocks

Once you’ve made a few blocks, the sky’s the limit. Turn them into wall hangings, art quilt panels, journal covers, bookmarks, or even greeting cards. They make thoughtful handmade gifts and are a fantastic way to showcase your favorite fabric prints — even if you only have a tiny sliver of them left.

Whether you’re a quilter looking to do something a little “outside the box” or a crafter with bins of scraps begging for attention, this tutorial is the perfect creative outlet.

Ready to Get Crafty with Your Scraps?

If your fabric stash is starting to take over your space (guilty!), this is the perfect excuse to dive in and start using it in the most creative way possible. You’ll reduce waste, explore mixed media techniques, and end up with something beautiful and uniquely yours.

Check out the full step-by-step tutorial here:
Mixed Media Fabric Blocks – Thermoweb Blog

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Fun Outdoor Games for Fourth of July and Summer Events

I’ve written a lot about different Fourth of July activities and crafts over the years (see links below) but one thing I haven’t touched on much is the Fourth of July party. A backyard hangout and barbecue is a classic event, so why not bring some fun outside with red, white and blue games the whole family can play?

Games like these can help develop fine motor skills, and getting kids up and moving is always a good idea. If adults join in, so much the better.

Six Clever Sisters has collected a dozen fun Fourth of July games you can make for the backyard to play for the holiday or any time during the summer.

A lot of these are regular sorts of backyard games like hitting targets with squirt guns or tossing balls into buckets, but given a red, white and blue twist for the patriotic holidays.

These games would be fun throughout the year regardless of whether you put a patriotic spin on them.

For example the tic tac toe game shown here, which is from Hey Let’s Make Stuff, would be cute with x’s and o’s painted in any colors you like. And of course you could make it even easier and just play on the sidewalk with red, white and blue chalk if you don’t have a ready supply of wooden letters.

Check out all the ideas for backyard party games for the Fourth of July at Six Clever Sisters.

Looking for more things to do for the Fourth of July with kids? Check out these posts from previous years for even more inspiration: