15 Fun Unconventional Fabric Projects
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If you’re like us, you’ll love using non-traditional materials for DIY projects and gifts. But, did you know that making unconventional projects out of ordinary crafts can be just as fun? This may sound confusing, but it’s actually quite simple. Using fabric as an example, we have a list of awesome DIY projects!
look at these 15 Ways to Create Interesting Things with Fabric More than just clothing and apparel. We think most of these would make lovely gifts!
1. Buka envelope
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DIY Dreamer recommends birthday, Christmas and thank you cards for your friends with envelopes made of fun colorful and patterned fabric instead of paper! This creates a visual contrast between the card and the envelope, but also makes a surprising difference in texture.
2. Sprocket pillow
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OK, so pillows are usually made of fabric, we promise this list will contain unconventional items, but when we saw the lovely mix of colors and patterns in this design, we couldn’t resist including it! Cluck Cluck Sew guides you through the process of piecing the fabric together, like a quilt, but in place of a pillow!
3. Cloth Owl Box
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Whether you’re using this idea as a unique gift wrap or simply placing it on a bookshelf as an adorable addition to your kids’ room, this patterned owl will look stunning no matter what fabric you choose! Get folding and gluing instructions from Jo Ann Fabric.
4. Big cloth beads
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Encouraging Fashion will walk you through the steps of making big balls using any color or pattern of fabric of your choice! We love how tacky and stylish these are strung along a ribbon.
5. Fabric and Clothespin Christmas Wreath
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Thinkter shows you how to make decorative wreaths out of Christmas patterned fabric, or even just fabric in the right color for a fun Christmas look! Paint it a cheerful bright red with a shiny Christmas wreath and clothespins.
6. Fabric Accent Sneakers
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Do you like changing clothes and shoes to bring a little extra flair to your style? Then you’ll love this fabric sneaker idea from A Little Craft in Your Day! Use fabrics in contrasting colors or patterns to add some character to the tongue.
7. Zigzag Fabric Bookmark
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Some people don’t mind using simple pieces of paper to mark their place in the book, or even fold the corners of pages, but pretty decorative bookmarks are still great gifts. Check out these fabric bookmarks with rolled edges from 7 Layer Studio!
8. Fabric hot and cold packs
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Bee in My Bonnet will guide you through the process of making small pockets out of fabric to keep you cool in summer or warm in cold weather! No matter the weather, you’ll be happy to be able to store a few of these in your bag.
9. DIY Festive Gnome
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You’ll often see trinkets like these holiday gnomes that involve a lot of features and face painting. However, Made in a Day reminds you that it’s faster to cover a large surface area with a nice fabric, and it also adds a nice texture to the piece.
10. Fabric Origami Box
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Have you tried the art of origami by folding paper into patterns? Well, it’s time to try unconventional crafting with fabrics! We love this fabric origami basket from Handmadiya and think it looks cute holding your keys and changing clothes on the table in the front hallway.
11. Twisted Bandana Headband
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Honey Bee Vintage reminds you that fabrics can easily be turned into accessories, not full outfits and outfits! We’re in love with this cute wrap-around headband that sorts even the most casual of days in a retro way.
12. DIY Watercolor Tablecloth
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Making tablecloths like tablecloths and napkins may not sound like an unconventional use of fabric, but you might not think so when you see how unique these very bright tie-dye napkins from Brit + Co. look!
13. Stripe decorative garland
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Sewing isn’t the only way you can piece fabric together. Instead, try cutting the fabric into strips and knotting them together to make it look like a rustic, stylish rag. Use this technique to create a gorgeous door wreath, like this one from Southern Priss Designs!
14. Handmade Rag Rug
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Do you love the look of the knotted fabric rag technique, but you’re not sure if you need another door wreath? Try making this cute floor mat! Our Everyday Art guides you through the steps.
15. Fabric Wall Art
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If you’ve never seen a whimsical and stylish fabric wall art look, you’re missing out! Whether you’re adding letters to a monogram like this picture, or letting the colors and patterns shine on their own, fabric is a great wall art alternative for those who don’t paint. Check out this idea on Diva of DIY.
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