As prices for fabric get more & more expensive, I like to have some idea of what I am going to do with fabric purchases. So, it is a big help if I take a few patterns along with me when shopping. However, I do a lot of floral applique, so small pieces of colorful fabrics are always nice.
Originally Posted by Jerudy
I am new to quilting and newer to this board. I have a question regarding buying fabric. I have several finished and unfinished quilt-tops and am anxious to try to actually try to machine-quilt finish some of these projects. Recently I injured my hand, so I'll have to temporarily put off progress. Well, my DH has just offered a road trip to Lancaster tomorrow, (to lift my spirits a little). OK, now to my question.....
How to shop for new fabrics, I don't have any plans for a new quilts, so how do I buy stash? Should I just buy fabrics that I like? and how much of each? Or should I try to find a new pattern and figure out exactly what I need to make something new?