What is truely the definition and the difference between hoarding and collecting?? When I hear HOARDING I think of that tv program......messy messy messy. I need a cash register in my sewing room. With all that I have accumulated, I could go into business - but there is always that ONE PIECE that I need to buy for a project! I usually buy 1/2 to 1 yard of fabric at a time - there are a ton of coordinated selections in my stash so I don't worry.ah the pleasures of life!!