The quilt is gorgeous! I never thought to try paper piecing that pattern...LOVE paper piecing results! And I might ask...what is wrong with being a yard sale junkie? lol
So, men probably think we're selfish when we do tell them what we're thinking about; when we're thinking about things to make their lives easier, like doing the shopping ourselves so we can take a side trip to the fabric store, etc! LOL Even your beautiful quilt was done to benefit your hubby. Nice job!