I buy pretty much as I need it. My tastes have also changed over the years. The first big quilt I made (and have not finished , from the early 90's) was mauve and light blue. I am into Batiks and kids fabrics for baby quilts. I try and finish my projects as I get one done then I go to the next one. I do have a few going right now but not a lot of extra fabric. However if "The who dies with the most fabric wins" That will be my sister.