I got a garbage bag of fabric off of my local Freecycle. I also check Craigslist and garage sales. Hubby always asks at garage sales if they have any sewing stuff - amazed at what they bring out when asked! When I'm in the neigborhood, I stop in at a local thrift shop - haven't scored any fabric there, but have gotten batting still in the bag for $1 or $2 at the most.