Starch is my friend. Who knew? (Though that has evolved to Best Press when I feel like a splurge.)
A stash is a fun thing to have. Over the Thanksgiving holiday I made 4 complete table toppers and one pieced top for a 5th - all from fabric Wal-mart had on SUPER sale last year. I know not the best fabric, but for the projects which will see use just once a year - it's okay.
It is better to mark than to guess. (But DON'T use blue chalk! I have issues with blue chalk.)
Anyone else? How have things changed in your world?