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MargeD 02-25-2012 09:37 AM

When I was working, I did exactly what you did. My girl friend was my enabler, she didn't mind driving and had found a quilt shop going out of business. I know I went overboard, but I was getting fabulous batiks for half off, then there was this great quilt shop that had a bin of fabric bolts for $2.99/yd. There was nothing wrong with them, she just needed space to add new fabrics. I got a lot of backing fabric, one of which went on to be center stage for my church's raffle quilt - guess that fabric wanted the limelight, she was beautiful. Now that my husband is disabled and I went on Social Security because I couldn't find work, I'm happy I went a little overboard, as now I have a s tash for lots of quiltsl and fabric for lots of little dresses and toys for my granddaughter. As far as advice, I'd say go with the flow, as long as you still have money. I really don't think there's a cure.

LindaMRB 02-25-2012 10:40 AM

Well I reached a point where I just do not have the money.
One day at a time works.
Every time you see a Hancock's, drive by and plan to go tomorrow.
Repeat that procedure until "cured."

I also try to decide what I really might do with what I have already and can usually talk myself out of another purchase.

If you don't want to buy "too much" or have a reason to be cautious financially, I won't enable you...

Do what you feel is best for you.

BarbaraSue 02-25-2012 10:46 AM

Ha! Sounds like you have the right beginning. But you also have an "in" on where to go for deals. I can't help you, but I'll go along so you can't buy it all!!!
Hi, I'm BarbaraSue, and I am a fabriholic!

nannyrick 02-25-2012 11:35 AM

I wish I could help but, I,m ready to contact Dr. Drew, the addition specialist.
I,m out of control and nothing I do will stop it, other than disconnecting my
computer and locking myself in the house.
Everyday, there are "sales" from everywhere on the computer and I say I,m just
going to delete it but don't, becaust I,m afraid I,m missing something.
If anyone has the antidote for this I,m more than ready.

karate lady 02-25-2012 11:53 AM


Originally Posted by garysgal (Post 5005267)
Well, I look at it this way: I don't drink or smoke or buy expensive jewelry or go on cruises, so the money I save I can use for quilting/sewing. My husband encourages me to quilt, and he never gets mad when I come home with more fabric. Of course, he does wood working and those tools are expensive!!

Both of you have hobbies that produce beautiful things so.....................go for it...how about some pics of hubbies work. my dad was a cabinet worker, so I know how much work goes into that hobby too....

Fabriholic 02-25-2012 12:06 PM

I have had to quit buying. Fabric is stashed in ALL rooms - ALL closets - and even the pantry!! You'll know when you just can't buy it anymore. When the fabric starts getting in the way of the purpose for which you bought it, well ... it's time to back down for a while. I LOVE looking at the the pretty fabrics I have but I need to get busy. Good Luck on your fabric adventure!! - Di

vmhlake 02-25-2012 12:21 PM

I will trade your addiction for mine, a LQS is closing and they are having fantastic sales, in the past 3 weeks I have spent approximately $700 on fabric, and next Friday what fabric is left will be .50 a yard..Today I paid $3.50 for Batik's!, normally priced at $10.75 a yard. I have enought fabric to keep me busy for the rest of my life and then have plenty to give away...I just LOVE fabric!

Rowena101 02-25-2012 12:41 PM

;)One idear is,s;)tay home & sew. That way you won't be where it is to buy.;) Rowena101

Halo 02-25-2012 01:08 PM

Oh Honey, you are truly DOOMED coming to us for intervention. We will only encourage your addiction & give you pointers on where to hide your ever growing stash.

kacklebird 02-25-2012 01:42 PM

Too funny, I think lots of quilters are addicts...hehehe Enjoy it :)


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