Once upon a time (in the Land of Fabric) I bought all kinds of charm squares and layer cakes, and fat quarters. Eventually it came to pass that I had so many I wasn't using that they ended up being sold to someone else. Now I only buy if I know for absolute sure they will be used. Layer cakes are stored in dresser drawers and charm squares are placed in 6"x6" plastic containers with lids and put in the dresser. But still, I can't sew fast enough to use everything up and may be selling off again!