when I started out I bought a lot of FQs just because I liked the fabric, most was never used in a quilt, recently I have been making small projects like pot holders, tissue holders and cosmetic bags. I quickly graduated to professional shopper status. When shopping for a specific pattern I round up to the next 1/2 yard measure. If the fabric is a "staple" I buy 6-8 yards, wide backs =4 yards is enough for a large quilt and small and stash, If I have no plan and I like it and it's a good deal, 8 yards = a blouse, a throw backing, quilt pieces and stash! Now I have enough fabric for any situation, my problem is how it is stored! I have 20 large totes, 10 small totes, a six drawer dresser and 3 gun cabnets with shelves and glassdoors