I have a few books I got at estate sales and I have to tell you, they are a great reference. Many of mine have great templates. And if I need a copy of a template, I either trace it or use the copy machine. Those books are too valuable to tear up. Found the perfect template and just the right size in one of my books. I made a couple book covers out of brown paper sacks but any book cover to protect will work. I right notes on the brown paper bag book covers, just like in school. Reference. I did send some fabric to my DGD though but I don't miss it. Just need to be careful what you donate to any one.