Grann, I agree with Irish. If not a yard from the sale bin, how about needles, thread or other small notion?
DebbyP, I like your idea and will remember that for future. Get the same look without spending much.
I'm pretty good about looking at sites/sales online and not buying. In person would be another story! You are your own judge and jury, so if you are on an adventure with friends, take a picture of your stash with you and decide if a fabric you love fills a spot. Right now, my browns are lacking. No worries, I don't need it for anything. I'm just saying that, within reason, there might be a bit of wiggle room. (Note - this pic is 2 yrs old... Browns are mostly gone, really! Tan, I have, but not nice chocolate brown.)