Most of the fabric I have is just because it spoke to me. That is why I have pretty much banned myself from all fabric stores. My stash has gotten out of control. I have made my last 4 quilts almost completely from my stash. This includes the backs. I have been piecing my backs. I try to use the scraps of fabric from the quilt then add stuff from my stash. I did get a ton of fabric from yard sales, but still there is too much.