Fashion Revolution Week: Tip 6 - Use the Remnants

Its important to consider the waste fabric from any me made makes or alterations. 

If excess is cut off to change the shape, or fabric it left behind after a pattern is cut out, once way to reuse them is to turn them in bias binding to neaten seams of garments or as a nice hem trim. 

Cut any waste fabric on a 45 degree angle and join the strips together to create 1 long length. Make sure to check the bias tape width needed and cut it twice that amount. Using a bias binding maker, run the strip through it and iron it as it emerges. This will fold in the edges to allow it to be sewn.