I find that Wal Mart often has sales from 1.00 to 2.44 per yard. You might have to settle for odd colors or prints but it beats the higher price market, especially if you (like me) consider your self new although I started almost 3 years ago, still I can't always afford the better materials. Also if you have a Jo Ann's, get on their mailing list, watch the local paper for sales and coupons then double up on them. Yesterday I bought 10 yards of fabric that was 10.00 per yard and I only paid a little over 3.00 per yard. I had coupons from their mailing list, I downloaded a coupon, they had this material at 30% off and I bought the end of two bolts which gave me and other discount. I am still learning, I have used, used pillowcases and sheets, will one day make a quilt from my mom's cotton house coats that I have kept since her passing. Welcome aboard and good luck hunting.