Thread: fabric buying advice/help :)

Originally Posted by hopetoquilt

The pattern should list quantities needed. I always overbuy a bit.

I haven't done a lot of paper piecing, but I find I use a lot more fabric than I think I should. I get so frustrated trying to figure out what size piece I need and then have it not be enough when folded out that I just take a larger piece than needed. It makes for a lot of waste, but what else would I use for a scrappy quilt?

Love the quilt.

i'm a little worried about that. i don't have a huge stash of batiks (or anything else...) and so i wonder just how many fat quarters this quilt is going to eat up! should be fun though

thanks guys!

aileen

I have been collecting fat quarters for a quilt I am planning that is appliqué and requires many colors. At first I just picked up some FQ in any color, but now that I have a lot I am filling in the missing colors (blue) so I have a variety. Paper piecing does take more fabric, but not a lot, and FQ go farther than you think. If you plan to vary the colors from block to block--pink or green for example you will do fine with FQ. They are a great way to get a variety for not a lot of money. Good luck with your quilt and your hunt for fabrics.
Sue