My stash has accumulated pretty slowly, or seems to have. I've been quilting for 5 years or so. I'm more inclined to do large quilts than small. I seldom purchase yardage that I don't need but if I see one I love, I check to see if it is standard stock. I buy from chain stores but am picky as well. I'm fascinated with scrappy projects and do littles with my quilting group to sell as fundraisers for our community center. I have learned from experience to buy extra fabric. I'm collecting mediums and dark strips for a "plus" quilt and have just purchased fabrics for my third wedding quilt. Each one I make will add to my stash, strips, and scraps. So will yours!