I too am on a strict budget & I buy online during big sales. Anything over 30% draws me in to look. I've actually found a lot of wonderful shops by hunting bunnies with FabShopHop.com & I sign up for newsletters at the shops I like. Then I can shop the best sales whenever & keep up with what's out there. I also buy at GoodWill sometimes, thrift shops, and search Craig's List. If all else fails, buy used cotton clothing and/or tablecloths and repurpose the fabrics.