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What happens to leftover fabric #
When a tailor shortens hems or takes in seams, small fabric pieces—“off-cuts”—are produced. Each tailor follows these guidelines:
- Pieces under 5 cm are recycled as industrial rag or stuffing.
- Pieces over 5 cm are stored for 14 days in case you request them.
- Larger panels (e.g. coat hems) may be reused as matching patch material on future repairs.
Requesting your off-cuts #
- In the order form’s Alteration Details field, add “Return all off-cuts”.
- Off-cuts are packed in a labelled bag inside your parcel.
- No extra fee, but bulkier bundles may add a few grams to postage weight.
Donating off-cuts #
Prefer eco-reuse?
- Type “Donate off-cuts” in Alteration Details.
- Tailors forward suitable pieces to local craft and quilting groups.
Why we don’t keep every scrap indefinitely #
- Storage space is limited; tiny pieces rarely match later projects.
- Cotton and wool shed fibres over time; prompt recycling keeps workshops clean.
Quick tips for reusing off-cuts at home #
- Patch pocket linings or inside knees.
- Create matching hair ties, pocket squares, or quilt squares.
- Use denim strips as sturdy drawer liners or tool-wrap ties.
Ask for your off-cuts or donate them—either way, they avoid landfill and support a circular fashion cycle.
