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    Old 11-04-2010, 05:56 PM
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    I used to buy one yard pieces, now I am down to fat quarters!!! If I think I am going to use something for a background and I really love it, I might get two-three yards. That would be something really pretty that goes with lots of other fabrics...
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    Old 11-04-2010, 06:23 PM
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    I was once told that you should buy fabric in odd numbers, 1,3,5 yards but really don't know why. It all depends on the fabric and size of print. Is it probably going to be a focus fabric or blending fabric.

    I guess it is all up to you.
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    Old 11-04-2010, 06:34 PM
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    For me to buy more than 1 yd, I have to have a pattern IN MIND. However, I do buy 108" wide fabric in blender colors - black, white, off white, muslin, etc. It is amazing how long those cuts seem to last...and I always have the basic colors on hand. There's a great seller on eBay that I use almost exclusively for these wide backings.
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    Old 11-04-2010, 06:36 PM
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    I have a nice size stash, and I'm always adding to it. If I like a fabric, I'll probably get a yard if I have no specific project in mind. I like to make miniature quilts and donate them to the AAQUI so nothing's really wasted. Usually though I purchase between 1-3 yards. I've only bought a bolt of two fabrics that I absolutely fell in love with.
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    Old 11-04-2010, 06:38 PM
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    i'm in the 3 yard camp for something I really love, maybe more if it is a background or a neutral - can never have enough of those. i have a 'gazillion' FQ's, so I try and stay away from those now.
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    Old 11-04-2010, 07:59 PM
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    I just went to joanns today and their sale was $3 clearance I bought a yard of many different ones they may not go together but it builds it up fast!! Very nice fabric !
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    Old 11-04-2010, 08:00 PM
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    I usually get at least 3 yards. That is enough for the back of a comfort quilt should I decide to use it for that.
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    Old 11-04-2010, 08:48 PM
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    For me I never seem to buy less then 2 yards. Always afraid I might need more if I only buy a yard.
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    I ALWAYS BUY 3 YDS AND IF I ABSOLUTLEY LOVE IT AND CAN SEE MYSELF MAKING AT LEAST 2 QUILTS USING IT, I BUY 5-6 YDS.
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    Old 11-04-2010, 09:18 PM
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    Never buy less than one yard. On down the road, you'll realize the "shoulda, coulda, woulda" syndrome. I usually buy one yard, and if it calls my name .... I get 3. If it offers chocolate too, I go for more. : D
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