Hey everyone! I’ve been gifted silk scraps and I have no clue what to do with them. They seem to be weird/odd pieces from a massive project. I don’t think there is enough for most apparel. What can I do with them? I need Project Ideas? Any tips for sewing silk items?
Pictured: Floral green/yellow and deep and faded purple which I think is a set. The largest ( green/yellow) piece is +6 feet but very skinny and quite choppy. Also I have a lotr forest sage green which is still shiny but not as much as the others.
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Do you have a picture of them? I’m curious to see the color/sizes
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Okay, now added an update 
photos included
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I found this online, some project ideas for some fabric scraps, I know silk is pretty good for your hair so scrunchies, etc are pretty good
What to do with Fabric Scraps, Off-Cuts & Remnants? - Joel & Son Fabrics What to do with Fabric Scraps, Off-Cuts & Remnants? - Joel & Son Fabrics | Joel & Son Fabrics
As for some sewing tips for silk I found this, although I can’t speak if it works as I’ve never worked with silk but hopefully it provides some assistance! Do you use a machine or hand sew?
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Silk scrunchies would be perfect.
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You could make patch work project bags?
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a bandana would be amazing!
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Maybe…It might look odd since I don’t really have a variety
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I can’t use scrunchies since my hair is too heavy. I think though they might sell well here on Ribblr. Thanks!
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Great idea! I’ll give it a shot! Thanks!
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Ok thanks I’ll give it try.
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No problem! If/When you use them feel free to share 
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I keep scraps until they are less than a few inches…so for silk/silky fabrics
liners-coin purses, eyeglass sleeves, needle/hook holders, tool pouches, drawstring bags
accessories- paw pads or inside of ears on stuffed animals, bowties, bows, flowers
bindings- you can bind the edges of anything that may fray or ravel, also neaten up seams on bags and purses, also useful for adding non-stretch reinforcement to areas of a garment that might need it.
after that, save the cabbage for stuffing
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Good idea! I have a lot done satin before and typically make millinery flowers by burning the edges. This is my first time working with real silk.
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the biggest factor will be like working with velvet… you have to plan carefully. All needle holes, pin holes, and ironing will likely leave a permanent mark. And if there is a chance the finished item will get wet, wash it before hand and take care of any chance of watermarks. It will fray, be prepared.
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It’s not velvet, it silk satin 
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I was saying that it was similar in temperament to velvet in that every mark you make with pin, needle, or iron will be permanent
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