My stash just happened -- REALLY ! I have sewn since I can remember about 7th grade making doll clothes. I got a singer for my 8th grade graduation -- still have it plus fw, bernina, serger. I have a really hard time throwing out fabric. When my grandmothers found out I loved to sew; they would pass along fabrics to me. Then my aunties did also. Then after I had 3 children I was sewing clothes for them and saving all the scraps. The stash began to grow more. More handouts; estate sales and garage sales. I now buy for a certain project - mostly grandchildren quilts and some friends quilts; but really refrain from just buying cause I like it. I'm trying to reduce the stash; there is so much good stuff in there. I have more than I need but then who knows how much we'll need ? LOL LOL Happy Quilting !