Buying spree
 

Yesterday I had an appointment to get my car serviced at the dealership - since I live over 2 hrs away they offered me a free loaner car for the day - before I left for the appt - my hubby gave me cash (yes, the green stuff) - over $ 400 - to do with what I wanted - OMG - I think I need fabrics anonymous now - I had a great time - found 4 different quilt shops (including Joann's) and purchased fabric from each shop - it was like my own personal shop hop. After a couple of hours - I called and my car was still in the service bay so off I went again - it was a difficult job (the shopping) but I made it through. Wow, now I have a heap of new fabric and couple of new books, ruler and some notions- it felt like Christmas and my birthday all rolled up in one. (Of course, I did feel a little guilty for spending so much - but my hubby was happy that I spent it on myself). :o

OHhh, how fun is THAT?? And what an awesome hubby! How sweet of him to enable your addiction! LOL

Sounds like the perfect day!! A personal shop hop .. does it get any better?!!

He's a keeper to be sure. Reads like you had a blast.

What a wonderful time and husband!!!!!

Oh, I can't imagine all the pretties that $400 would buy! Lucky you!!!

Can I borrow your husband? lol I would be in heaven! I have about $120 worth of fabric (18 yds total) in my cart at fabric.com. Debating on rather to use the CC for it.

lol, did you pinch yourself to see if you were dreaming? Sounds lovely ;-)

What a great day you had! I don't think I've ever felt guilty spending money for things I want. I spent too much on things I didn't want; braces, summer camps, prom dresses, homecoming, cheerleading, sport teams, etc. LOL

Does he have a brother? LOL Sounds like a fun day. Glad you enjoyed yourself!:thumbup:

What an awesome day!

I am green with envy.

Good for you!! I think that we all need quilting therapy every once in a while.
I have to stop buying. I just bought two sewing machines in the last two weeks..didn't need them, but I wanted them. Hubby enables me. Now, I am through buying machines, I hope. Fabric is another story!

Wonder what will happen if I show this to my DH....

Annie

I so proud of you and your husband, now what did he buy (have you found out yet)? lol

What a wonderful husband. And to think, I just sat there reading a book today during my 2 hour car appt!

Good for you! Sounds like you had a great day shopping :)

Does your hubby have a single brother? Age...no problem...as long as I can get $ for fabric...

I'd like your hubby to meet my hubby! What a sweetheart!!

Can I borrow your hubby LOL!!!

great hubby and a fun day for you-win win

That's just what I was thinking... & my DH is snoring away right here beside me... LOL! Congrats on your score!

I think its pretty nice they gave you a loaner car!! They are such enablers lol. Glad you had a good time, and what a wonderful hubby to also engage in the enabling.

Sounds like the perfect day. And you know they say our families are the biggest enablers of our addictions! Hope I never get cured!

Good heavens, I might still be married had I had a husband like that. Lucky you!

I do the same thing. Sometimes, I will "save" the cart and wait a few days (kinda like waiting to see if I really want these fabrics). Many times, I will get an email from them offering a 10-15% discount for my "abandoned cart". Doesn't work on the time but worth a try.

I love fabric.com. Great deals and quality fabric.

what a perfect day!! my dh is supportive of my addiction but never gave me a big chunk of cash to have fun with.

What fun! I think you have a 'keeper' in that husband.

oh man love it when hubs does that one ! Good man !! helping us women with our fabric addictions ! LOL
Hubs told me no more books tho .. I have 2 tall cabinets full of them !LOL well OK...

Happy for you................about the shopping & a loving husband. I'm sure you deserved it.

Great day and memory for you;) I am sure that your joy transfers to your family each time you use your new fabric, toys, and books.

Now it just dose'nt get any better then that! :thumbup:

Sounds like you really enjoyed yourself! :)

That was so kind of your husband to do that. Almost unbelievably kind. Did he say why he did it? Did he feel bad that you had to take care of the car, or just thought you needed the break? Did he say? Whatever the reason, it was really sweet!

Wow, what a wonderful way to spend the day! Hug your DH for me and tell him he is awesome!

How fun! And what a wonderful husband!!!

Oh no!!..the $400. was to pay for servicing the car!! You just heard what you wanted to hear..:)

How wonderful for you and what a wonderful husband! Enjoy every inch of your new fabrics as you create some new beauties.

Hurray for you, what a happy day!!

Great hubby. Where's the pics?