we all have this problem to some degree..you are there when you start feeling anxious..like i am out of room..or i cant find anything...i have my share and what i have been doing is using my stash with the knowledge that i may have to go buy a backing ..or a border..and thats ok but i am using from my stash.....as far as your friend goes.once in a box..it is lost because you cant see it..if she is happy..so be it..happy sorting