I once went several years without purchasing fabrics. Then, you know what happened. I now shop at two quilt shows - Road to California in January and the Long Beach International Quilt Show at the end of July. I am now at the point where I can spend less than $20.00 at each show. One day, I hope to reach the $0.00 mark. We shall see. Of course it helps that I do not have room in my little house for one more fat quarter, let alone yards of fabric.