Scrap Cycle®
Scrap Cycle is the nation’s largest quilt and sewing scraps recycling program. We believe in the power of doing what you love while making a positive impact on the environment.
Scrap Cycle®
Our patented textile recycling process is designed to reduce waste and minimize the impact on the environment while reducing the use of valuable resources.
Scrap Cycle, evolved → Clothes Cycle
Originally created for our quilting community, Scrap Cycle has now been fully integrated into Clothes Cycle—our unified take-back program.
We’re keeping this space as a tribute to the makers who brought it to life.
To participate today, simply purchase a Clothes Cycle bag and send your materials back to us.
Scraps. Recycled.
Quilting scraps take-back program, now integrated into Clothes Cycle.
Holds 3-5 lbs of clothing—just fill it up, seal it, and ship it back to us. We’ll sort items for reuse or recycle them into fiber, keeping textiles out of landfills. A simple, sustainable way to give your clothes a second life! ♻️
Professor Karen Nyberg,
Engineer, Astronaut, Artist.
"As a quilter and an advocate for sustainable living, I am excited to be a part of Scrap Cycle. This innovative recycling program not only allows me to indulge in my passion for quilting but also ensures that every scrap finds a new purpose. Knowing that my creative endeavors contribute to a zero-waste future brings me immense joy and fulfillment. Join me in embracing Scrap Cycle and let's stitch together a greener tomorrow."
How it works:
1) Purchase a bag
2) Fill it up
3) Ship it back
4) We give it new life