Not all failed sewing projects are a complete waste. We learn new techniques, work with different types of fabric, learn how to sew in zippers, buttons and so much more. Failed projects are not a waste. They actually make us better. Last year I worked on a rose printed dress (2nd picture below ). I did not particularly care for the final product, but I loved the fabric. I used leftover scraps of the rose print fabric and created this DIY shirt!