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Yes, all the time, I love my stash fabric so, some more than others and sometimes just get so much pleasure looking at it, but when I do use it in a project, I am so happy with the results. After all, that is why we purchase it!
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I have the same problem. For me, it's because I can visualize the finished project in my head. So, there's no need to cut the fabric. If I cut and use the fabric, the finished product might not look as good as what I created in my head!
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There is a pattern called Easy Breezy which is great for those fabrics that you don't want to cut. You need 1-3/4 to 2 yds for the center of the quilt, fabric for the first border, then 1/4 yd of 5 or 6 coordinating fabrics for rails, then a final border, if you want one and binding. Square up the center fabric; cut the first border 2-1/2" to 3" wide; cut the coordinating fabrics into several widths (2", 2-1/2", 3", 4") and subcut into rails (I like 6" rails, but you can make them longer or shorter). Sew the rails together to make borders for all 4 sides. Add the final border if you want it. Easy Breezy.
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When I find myself with fabric that I just can't cut, I tell myself that I can look at it every day in the quilt. I can cuddle under it, sit on it, etc. That helps give me the courage to cut it.
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If I buy something I love, I want to use it right now, and will likely have a project already in mind for it. Other than that, I think in terms of collecting a color scheme for a future unidentified project.
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Never iron it until it is cut!
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Originally Posted by Tartan
(Post 6140484)
If it is perfect for your project, then use it. Fabric collections come and go so quickly that if you wait too long and need more, good luck. If you save your fabric too long your taste may change or the fabric may look outdated when you go to use it.
however, i am very picky about who i might use my favorite fabrics for. lol |
It seems that every time I get fabric that is not for a specific project, I have a tendency to let it sit. Too cute to use. This is the expression that my husband has for the dinners I make. (he thinks everything I do is precious. Does your husband keep the grocery list?)
I once had some doggie fabric that I did not use for about 8 months. I think it's that it had little faces and it's hard to cut those. I finally dove in though. |
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