Try the Fabric Place Basement in Natick, they have a $2. a yard area, all quality fabrics. But dont quit what you love. They will also have a groupon on occasion, which saves you something close to 1/2 off. They also have a coupon on their website. They do not do internet sales, just a great local place. As for gadgets, I have a cutting mat, rotary cutter, scissors, thread, needles and Kenmore sewing machine, and I do use the gloves when FMQ, but I got those under $5 at Joann's. If your nephew buys all your materials you might want him to take you up on the offer, since the process is what you love. It will be his problem to sell them and and make a profit lol, but I would try for 80/20 lol.