I just started quilting again after many years and I have NO stash. I made a queen size quilt top. The material for the top alone was about $70. The batting I bought later and it cost $25. Now I am waiting to buy the backing. If I use muslin I am hoping to only spend approx $30, but if I buy something other than muslin it will be more. Since I am on a strict budget I have to buy in increments which really keeps me from sewing more, which I would love to do.