[quote=Jim's Gem]I have a stash simply because I love buying, touching and gazing at beautiful fabrics!! I just can't resist. I don't spend my $$ on booze, cigs, clothes, jewelry or "going out" I pretty much only buy fabrics and quilting supplies.
I, too, love looking at, touching, and buying fabric, and since I quit smoking, (15 years now!) it is my reward for hanging in there! I don't buy much at LQS prices - but I do buy at quilt shows. This is the one thing I spend money on; no booze, cigarettes, jewelry, etc. A lot of my stash has come from frequenting the thrift stores.