There ar no rules in quilting...not really in closet keeping either. Everyone is entitled to march to their own drummer. If I have something that I don't like or can't use I will donate it. If I like an article of clothing I will wear it until it dies, fashion be damned. Fabrics are all kept. Some of the fabrics that I thought were "ugly" worked up the best in quilts or small items. Kitchen stuff can collect and if you don't use it it is okay to get rid of it. Sewing/quilting notions should be sorted occasionally to see what you like and what you don't. Craft supplies that you won't use can be donated. You don't need to burden yourself with other peoples "rules".