most economical way/place to get your fabric?

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02-08-2012, 09:11 AM

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Wanabee Quiltin

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I have bought a great deal of fabric over the years and the best place is at Hobby Lobby at their sales. I also like to buy at Joann's when they have a good sale or use coupons. Some of Joann's fabrics are not as good as others, but I have generally been happy with their line. The LQS in my area start at $9.00 a yard and yes, it is good quality fabric. But honestly, I don't need to pay that much all the time. I have never used Hancocks much but my friend likes their fabric and says it's quite good. Also check out eBay, I have bought a lot of fabric there too. Especially specially FQ's.

02-08-2012, 09:17 AM

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icon17

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HI, One way is to check the Second hand shops, goodwill, Ete... Or as I call them "Goodie stores" LOL And some even use old clothing and cut fabric from them! just buy 100% cotton

02-08-2012, 09:31 AM

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jme

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estate sales do better than yard sales most of the time but I also like thrift stores. I got 6yds of bright blue covered with bright frogs for $3.99. Awesome deal and I've already made 1 toddler quilt with it as the backing. Happy hunting!

02-08-2012, 09:56 AM

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katydidkg

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Keep track of your local quilt shop's clearance corner, quality fabric at a discount.

02-08-2012, 09:58 AM

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Slow2Sew

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Thrift stores, estate sales and:
www.marshalldrygoods.com

02-08-2012, 10:15 AM

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IdahoSandy

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www.cutefabric.com Good prices
www.quiltfabriccloseout.com Especially after the 1st of every month

02-08-2012, 11:19 AM

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cat2quilt

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Quote:

Originally Posted by krysti

I didn't realize that I had picked such an expensive hobby! I was wondering if you all could tell me the most economical way to purchase fabrics, and/or the best places to get them? Your help is so appreciated! Thank you!!!

I almost always buy my fabric on sale. Usually locally like JoAnns but I will buy on line if the price is good.

02-08-2012, 02:44 PM

#38

hoppa

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I do quilt shows country stores for bargains as well

02-08-2012, 03:20 PM

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kiffie2413

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Ditto Connectingthreads.com, and Ebay...I have never had a bad experience from either place...except for making sure I get over $50.00 to get my free shipping from CT...lol...Also, here, of course, have found some great fabrics here...One more thing, on Ebay there is a lady who has a store, she also sells wide backing fabrics that are very high quality, and the price is amazing! Great selection, too...I have ordered several times from her...
Regards,
Kif

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02-08-2012, 03:57 PM

#40

DawnFurlong

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There is a yahoo group called - Sew Its for Sale. Lots of sewers/quilters selling fabric there (as well as notions, books, sewing machines - you name it!!). Many post "in search of" posts as well.