I only have one machine and I
always shop my stash before going to the fabric shops. I bargain shop for needed supplies such as batting or cutting blades, never full price and always use JA's 50% coupons. I have begun to go to some local quilt shops for specialty fabric or special colors/prints but I shop the bargain bins. For instance, yesterday I needed fabric for a backing and binding or a mystery quilt I finished a year ago. (Quite gorgeous even if I do say so myself.) I found a wonderful choice in the bargain bin. It was priced at $6 per yard WooHoo! I was so pleased. But if it took all on the bolt 8 yards, I got it all for.....$3 per yard. This shop was participating in a three month shop hop, so I got another 20% off the total. Now that is bargain hunting! I have three extra yards of good quality fabric that I can then use when I stash shop another time.
Frugal, yes but I spend from time to time when needed. I do emphasize ..... needed not wanted.
