I buy any quilting notion that is half price or less on clearance. I have enough of the basics like rotary blades, needles, pins, rulers, and mats to last me for years. I don't have to worry about high prices later on. Now I'm buying good thread when I find it on sale. I found Isacord thread on sale today for $3.59 for 1000 m spool. This is excellent thread for machine quilting and embroidery.