Placemats, wall hangings, table runners.  You might consider treating anything that may come in contact with food with ScotchGard after they have been finished. 

These fabrics will soften once they have been washed.  I would serge the edges, use cold water, a short, gentle cycle and then air dry (low temp dyer may also be an option) before using in any project.

WOW!  Can I be your BFF???  I would love to get interesting pieces of all sorts of fabric.

The first thing that came to my mind was also things like placemats.  In fact, I got some placemats that were leather look, lined - and very good looking - and embroidered them for a gift.  I should have kept them.  They truly looked expensive. 

I like to use small pieces for doing some of my tests, ideas and creative playing.  The really small pieces can be cut into shapes like stars, moons and hearts for embellishments for a mirror, wall hanging or jacket.  You don't have to embroider them.  Don't forget the iron on/glue on chrystals.

I would love to see some of what you finally do with your stash.  Here is how to put the photos here in the Forum:

1. On the icon on the above bar, select the item before the happy face.  It looks to me like a ladder but it is supposed to be a film strip. 
2. Your first dialog box you will come to is the "Insert Media" - select 'Browse' on it.  (If your photo is already on line, just insert the URL and create the size and select Insert.)
   
3. Your next dialog box is "Select Content."  Chose the "Upload file" tab that is on the lower right area.
4. Select 'Browse' again and then you will be on your own PC.  Go to the area in your computer where you placed your photo and double click on it.
5. That takes you back to your AnnTheGran area to input your file.
6. Then double click on that file and it automatically comes into your Forum discussion.
7. If you would like to change the size, select the tree icon to the left of the ladder/film and change it there.
8. Show off your work to all admirers.

I would love to see what you are doing - that goes for EVERYONE!  With the holidays on their way, show off your projects.    Hugs to everyone.

Pat, The Avid Embroiderer