Originally Posted by weezie
When I buy "irresistable" fabrics and will eventually need others to complement them, I carry scraps of fabric in an envelope in my purse, so that I can find good matches for it. That method always works for me, partly because I'm in no hurry. As a "mood" shopper, I keep the swatch envelope with me ... if I find a match, that's great and if not, there's always next time.
I've seen a lot of gals do this, though around here we use a little photo book, like the kind grandma's carry around (Grandma's brag book). The swatches of fabric usually fit perfectly in there. I have one of these just waiting for fabric, but I haven't taken the time to do it up yet. I'm always distracted by something else, like the quilt rack next to it with all the WIPs and UFOs hanging from it. :roll: