Q-Cord Creations: Scrap to Chic

Q-Cord (noun): /ˈkyo͞o ˌkôrd/

A handmade textile cord formed by wrapping narrow strips of scrap fabric around batting and stitching them together. Devised as a clever use for quilting leftovers, Q-Cords can be used to create baskets, vessels, and accessories—often enhanced with decorative elements like yarn, ribbon, or beads.

Join beloved quilter, designer, and teacher Cathy Perlmutter as she shows you how to turn your quilting leftovers into something jaw-droppingly gorgeous. In this class, you’ll learn how to make Q-Cord—a fun and functional cord created by wrapping and quilting narrow strips of scrap fabric and batting. Once you’ve made your cord, the possibilities are endless: weave, braid, sew, or coil it into one-of-a-kind baskets, bowls, bracelets, trays, and more. You’ll also learn how to incorporate everything from novelty yarns and ribbons to buttons and beads for extra flair.

Inspired by jelly roll rugs and rope baskets but way more scrap-friendly, this technique is perfect for quilters who want to use what they already have. Fast, forgiving, and fantastically fun, most projects can be completed in an evening—making them ideal for holiday gifting or just brightening your space. Plus, you’ll finally have a reason to keep all those narrow batting strips and beloved fabric strips that you cut off the sides of your quilt but can’t bear to toss

Bullet Points (4-6 bullets, up to 20 words each): BY THE END OF THIS CLASS, YOU’LL LEARN

• Scrap-saving magic: Uses batting and fabric scraps most quilters throw away
• Budget-friendly: Essentially free—no new materials required for quilters
• Versatile techniques: Learn weaving,, and embellishing
• Quick creativity: Perfect for fast, fun, handmade gift-making
• Visual variety: Create endless effects based on your fabric choices
• Endless options: Works with novelty yarns, ribbons, buttons, and beads

Enjoy lifetime access to course videos, downloads, the Creative Spark private community, and direct discussion with your instructor.