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If the cost of fabric goes up, will you still quilt?

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Old 12-29-2010, 03:16 PM
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consider it a time to be more creative in what you make.
Lots of thought goes into deciding what to make with that pile of fabric you thought was useless.
The old folks made string quilts when they didn't have fabric and you may even use up that poly cotton you were told is not suitable for quilts. what about the shirts and blouses that usually go to Goodwill.
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Old 12-29-2010, 03:25 PM
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I stopped smoking in March and hubby hasn't yet so I figure I'm spending less than I would if I were still smoking PLUS it's a heck of alot healthier :D
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Old 12-29-2010, 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by QuiltingGrannie
I'll cut back on the food first! ;-)
I would do better if I cut back on food, but doubt I will do either!
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Originally Posted by QuiltingGrannie
I'll cut back on the food first! ;-)
I would do better if I cut back on food, but doubt I will do either!
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I go to my local thrift store every Friday morning, when their clearance corner is $.23 an item ($.25 with tax)
I buy ALL the cotton mens shirts I can find. I prefer small checks, but have gotten into some stripes as well!

I keep the backs and sell the sleeves, fronts, and yokes!
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Originally Posted by Dix
Originally Posted by QuiltingGrannie
I'll cut back on the food first! ;-)
I would do better if I cut back on food, but doubt I will do either!
I did that too..had a lapband done Sept '09! Saving a ton just doing without diet Dr pepper and crackers! OF course replacing my entire wardrobe cost a bundle...went from a size 24 to a current 14
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Old 12-29-2010, 03:45 PM
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I would just look into my stash maybe have to buy some blenders.
Always check out the board you can find some nice items here too.
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Old 12-29-2010, 03:50 PM
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yes may use stash more
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Old 12-29-2010, 03:55 PM
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Yes. Are you kidding? It's really the only thing that keeps me somewhat sane.
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Old 12-29-2010, 05:08 PM
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I am trying to finish a number of UFO's, but yes if I need (or want) fabric I will buy it. I will just be more careful not to buy if I don't know what I am going to do with it.
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