Turn Leftover Fabric Into Charming Crafts

A cardboard box is the base for this one-of-a-kind iPad case, made with scraps of fabric cut from an old skirt. Use a sturdy piece of color-coordinated ribbon to hold the iPad securely in place.

Get the tutorial from Make Life Lovely.

Mix and match leftover pieces of fabric to create these pretty (and functional!) storage boxes. Then, display your mini masterpieces in the living room or home office.

Get the tutorial from Caught on a Whim.

Brighten the mood of your kitchen by lining cabinet interiors with cheery fabrics — a great alternative to paint. Simply cut pieces of cardboard to fit the back walls of your cabinets, then cover cardboard with leftover pieces of fabric.

Get the tutorial from Happy Little Lovelies.

Forget the sewing machine; all you need is a pair of scissors, hot glue gun, needle, and twine to make these colorful and decorative fabric flower garlands. String them up in front of a window or drape them over a mirror to add a whimsical touch to any room.

Get the tutorial from You Are My Fave.

If you’ve got leftover fabric embellished with a pattern you love, stick it in an empty frame to create your own wall art. Want a bigger DIY challenge? Make small fabric flowers to plant inside the frame.

Get the tutorial from Brown Sugar Toast.

A go-to hostess gift gets a makeover when you use leftover fabric scraps (or an old sweater) to stitch together a custom wine cover. Impress your gracious hosts with your thoughtfulness — and creativity.

Get the tutorial from Crème de la Craft.