Originally Posted by BellaBoo
I think stocking up on good thread, batting and backing fabric would be a better stash for retirement. Those are basic and always cost more then you want to spend.
My concern about this idea is that the quality & styles of fabric changes over the yrs. Thread changes too. I have stuff I've saved for many yrs. & now I found that the thread has deteriorated & the quality of fabrics has changed so much I won't even use it. It's on its way to the thrift store.
Unless you plan to retire in the very near future, I'd be concerned about spending $ we can't spare for things we may not want to use in the future. Your interest in quilting may change, too. Just my thought.