I am like you. I purchase fabric because I love it. I usually do not buy coordinating fabrics until I get a pattern in mind. That is why my stash is so big. I do love to have a pattern and go to purchase the fabric just for it. It makes me feel like I am well on my way. Problem is I do not always come home and get started on the quilt. The supplies often sit in the bag until I have finished already started projects. Though occasionally I just stash other projects and start the new one. That is when I add to my UFO list.