I'm pretty good about buying only what I need for a specific project. I learned that things I buy on impulse didn't get used. If I have no idea for a project for the fabric I don't buy it no matter how much I like it. I like to use collections that designers have put together. Designers come up with new collections every season. I know I will always find something I like. I never put myself on a schedule for a quilt, so I can wait till I find exactly what I want. I used 2 LQSs and 2 or 3 online quilt shops, Like Keepsake Quilting and Norton.