Yes, this is expensive! I've just gotten back into it and honestly and seriously thinking about it. I have kits that I've purchased and will complete those.
Due to not quilting in years I don't have much of a stash. Once I finish the kits, I'll decide what to do from there.
Patterns......now, I've accumulated enough of those. I don't need anymore.
Tools........I think I have all that I need.
Mine is a "wait and see" and then I'll decide. I have two tops/backs completed and am working on another that I won't quilt now. That is probably what I'll do with the kits. I'll complete them, but not have them sent to be quilted unless I need a gift.
I've had 4 quilted and dropped a 5th off today to get quilted (it's a gift) since the middle of October. I enjoy it and love looking at what everyone has done. I just don't know that this can be a long term hobby for me.