Watching the TV one financial guru says that not only cotton , but everything made from cotton will take a jump when warmer weather comes....esp. mentioned Jeans and all cotton clothing. Other than quilts, what would be on your priority list to sew/ make? Thinking of the kids and grandkids.

"The wise man sees trouble coming and prepares for it. The fool just continues on his way" (parphrase from the Book of Proverbs)

Stock up now before the price jumps.

I foresee polyester making a BIG comeback. Ick!

That's what I have been doing. I think my stash will last for a while now.

Fabric is not the only thing we need to stock up on. What about time of the month supplies - I know not something most want to think about but geesh. The grocery store jumped the price almost $2 for 48 pads then lowered it back a month later.
Anything you use that has cotton, stock up now.

A lot of things we use made from Cotton that we forget, like
towels
bed sheets
baby clothes
clothing for others
women's monthly gift - pads/tampons
toliet paper
kleenex

Perhaps...but isn't poly a oil based product? Years ago I bought a bunch and I still have it....and you are right....yuck!

I've been posting bit and pieces for several months to stock up on cotton underwear, tees, jeans, socks, all the basic cotton goods. It will help defray the cost later but not forever.

My DH and I were just discussing this Sat. He thinks toilet paper is made from wood pulp.

Everything is going up except salaries and social security checks. How much more can the average person cut their budget?