Buying fabrics
08-30-2010, 07:06 AM
#31
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I used to buy lots of fabrics to build a stash. A couple of years ago I decided to do something with the bulk of it before I bought more. Even to make a scrappy quilt the fabrics have to go together in an eye appealing way so I decided to do smaller projects. I now have quite a large collection of runners, placemats and tote bags. When I buy now I usually have a project in mind.
08-30-2010, 07:07 AM
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I used to buy lots of fabrics to build a stash. A couple of years ago I decided to do something with the bulk of it before I bought more. Even to make a scrappy quilt the fabrics have to go together in an eye appealing way so I decided to do smaller projects. I now have quite a large collection of runners, placemats and tote bags. When I buy now I usually have a project in mind.
08-30-2010, 06:40 PM
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Originally Posted by janRN
I'm am also a member of this "club". I don't have a large amount of fabric in my stash but I do buy more than I'll prob ever use in my lifetime. I dread the day my DIL has to come in and get rid of things--I can just see her rolling her eyes!!
One problem I have is: I bought some fabric that I think is just too pretty to cut!! I had a vague idea of a project when I bought it, but now I just keep looking at it and petting it and don't want to cut it. Do any of you have this problem??
One problem I have is: I bought some fabric that I think is just too pretty to cut!! I had a vague idea of a project when I bought it, but now I just keep looking at it and petting it and don't want to cut it. Do any of you have this problem??
I really love those Japanese fabrics from Lecien Fabrics and they are so pretty, the last thing I wanna do is to cut them up! :P
08-30-2010, 06:44 PM
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I'm only into my 3rd year of quilting. My stash started when I bought a whole lot of FQs from a quilter who's having a clearance sale in ebay. Since then, have bought yardages and pre-cuts to add to my collection. Thereafter, I realise that I do not have much use for those FQs unless I start on scrap quilt projects. I'm even thinking if I should sell some of them away in bulk.
08-30-2010, 06:59 PM
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Last month I was on a fabric buying streak (good thing I pay the bills...LOL). I actually had 6 quilt projects to finish before Nov. so I needed some fabric....but most of it I just "wanted"! I acquired several charm packs, a couple jelly rolls, a honey bun, a dessert roll, and a couple turnovers! I must have been hungry when I went shopping...LOL
08-30-2010, 08:28 PM
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Originally Posted by retired2pa
Last month I was on a fabric buying streak (good thing I pay the bills...LOL). I actually had 6 quilt projects to finish before Nov. so I needed some fabric....but most of it I just "wanted"! I acquired several charm packs, a couple jelly rolls, a honey bun, a dessert roll, and a couple turnovers! I must have been hungry when I went shopping...LOL
08-30-2010, 08:49 PM
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I LOVE this subject! I started out buying just what I needed for a project (1981) For my daughters baby quilt. Now I like bolts, 6 yard pieces, 2 yard pieces, FQ's, 4 , 5, or 6 inch charms. I buy fabric in themes (roses, polka dots, cats, roosters n chickens, chicks, big floral, Native American, pansies, marbles, stars, stripes...). I have fabric in storage too and in my sewing room and in the back room. I LOVE fabric, the colors, the feel of it the bright ones and the muted...love it all.
The prices have gotten out of hand though. way out of hand. I find great deals on ebay or etsy at times. Rarely buy new anymore.
The prices have gotten out of hand though. way out of hand. I find great deals on ebay or etsy at times. Rarely buy new anymore.
08-30-2010, 09:05 PM
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I've inherited fabrics from two of my hubby's aunts, from a friend's mom, and from a friend. Many different types. THEN I get a wild hair and go buy fabric.@@
I've got so many different types of projects started. Last summer, a few friends helped me make about 40 blankets for kids-----------some donated here, some there, all out of the inherited fabrics.
Now I'm piecing some single block tops--much out of some of the donated fabrics.
I've got so many different types of projects started. Last summer, a few friends helped me make about 40 blankets for kids-----------some donated here, some there, all out of the inherited fabrics.
Now I'm piecing some single block tops--much out of some of the donated fabrics.
08-30-2010, 09:16 PM
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I used to buy fabric for no other reason than I loved it - hence lots of FQ etc. so now only buy for a specific project and in between am using up my stash but I do slip up like yesterday when I went to a small quilt exhibition and one of the traders had this lovely piece just calling and calling me - did hesitate for a minute but has now found a new home - what will I do with it? am sure it will find its place sometime lol
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