I LOVE getting packages but the thought of debt (or wasting money on inferior items) makes me nauseous so I only buy good stuff on sale. I am getting three packages this week though... bought birthdays gifts (and a quilt book) from 3 different sites. Had to throw in the quilt book to bring the total to get me the free shipping. LOL. Getting new stuff is so much fun. I have a good collection of books and patterns and I feel like I should cut myself off from book/pattern buying.

Me too! Me too! I love getting packages in the mail. I'm also one to sit & ponder before I purchase, just in case my "sensible" side (I'm a Gemini, ya know...sign of the twins!) tells me I don't "need" it. But I have to tell you, I don't have nearby access to Quilt shops. The fabric store I frequent doesn't have enough selection of decent quilting fabrics or perhaps I've seen them too often! Or yet again, I'm spoiled by all the gorgeous selections available on line! Yes, that's it! Being in Canada, I need to consider shipping costs, but I've found a couple of sites that have more than reasonable shipping rates. I'm currently waiting on a package from Stitch Sanctuary....should be here any day now!
Maureen

I received a package yesterday from equilter (a great company to order from, I've ordered several times) and was very pleased with my selection. Often I find fabric there I can't find elsewhere.

I love getting packages, but I only get them around big sales or when I need something. DH is the one who gets them almost daily! I buy a little something for me generally about once a month. I'm waiting for fabric now from Cottonpatch for DH's "Moon Glow" quilt. Can't wait to see the colors!

I get a package occasionally but we receive a lot of packages with tractor parts in them. They are being used to restore old tractors. Needless to say I can usually buy what I want or need for my quilts without any negitive feedback.

I am right now waiting for a quilting frame, a quilting beginner kit of supplies, and some embroidery and some quilting machine needles. I already received two books in the mail yesterday. My wallet needs a little break now!!

About once a month I'm getting a package from Connecting Threads. HATE paying postage so it's important to spend that $50 (at least). This is how my stash is getting so out of hand. Also HATE paying $12.00+ a yard for fabric so if I can get about 3 yards for the same price. Like to think of it as being thrifty versus an obsession. Or is it rationalization versus denial. Regardless, it's fun and makes my whole month.

I love fun mail, but don't order much online as I have four quilt shops and a discount fabric shop very nearby. Also had a trip to Keepsake a few weeks ago. It may be cheaper online, but I really like feeling the fabric and rarely buy enough to qualify for free postage. Also went to Vermont Quilt Festival recently where I saw wonderful stuff, but actually didn't buy anything.
I am waiting for a squishy from PinkLotus from the batik block exchange, but that is not looking good right now. No sign of her on the board since June 12. Also someone offered to send me some CT thread to try as an RAK and I'm looking forward to that. Sadly my mailman brings me mostly junk mail and bills.

Every week till I found out I was sick. Now I just get what I need to finish a project. Things are too uncertain for me right now. I'd say get what you want and can afford. Life is short.

Waiting on fabric I bought from ebay, and about to call and order a Hickory Nut template!! How often?? Not often enough!! Since I am on oxygen, I use online shopping much more.