WOW! In shock.
12-02-2010, 06:59 PM
#21
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I just ordered some from http://www.eleanorburns.com/shoponline/fabricsale.asp - the prices start at $3.00.
12-02-2010, 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by mommafank
Was going to complain about prices also but then seeing what they are paying in other countries felt it not a great idea. So I guess we all should concentrate on how to quilt with less money. Lets all exchange ideas for obtaining our fabrics at a more affordable price. I used to shop at Walmart until they deleted all the fabric from their stores.
12-02-2010, 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by hperttula123
Originally Posted by cinjosie
I read somewhere recently that the price of cotton (not fabric - just grown cotton) has gone up considerably -- thus the tremendous increase in fabric prices.
Could be a sign someone is thinking economy is turning, and thats not a bad thing!!!
Anywhoo could be the amount of growing less than normal, helping the price.
Just glad to see the farmers have a good year !! Can afford new equipment, then hello steel workers, etc. :)
Just my take....:)
12-02-2010, 07:42 PM
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I have 3 patterns that have been waiting for just the right fabrics to make them and I finally found it (Northcotts Stonehenge Collection) but when I saw it recently they were selling it here for $22 metre (39" instead of 35") for the cottons. I can't afford that so now I have to keep looking for something else to use and if prices are going up even more, these may never get made unless I win the lottery!
12-02-2010, 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by cinjosie
I read somewhere recently that the price of cotton (not fabric - just grown cotton) has gone up considerably -- thus the tremendous increase in fabric prices.
12-02-2010, 08:38 PM
#27
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The last time I went to JoAnn's, the fabric I bought was made in China. I just don't get why we have to pay so much for fabric. I understand the costs of diesel fuel, bad crops, etc, but I don't like paying $3 more per yard for the same fabric I bought last year for less. I will be using my stash too!
12-02-2010, 10:09 PM
#28
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I'm with you. I went there looking for xmas material. I to was shocked some of it was $10.00 a yard. I'll go to my LQS and get much better quality of fabric. If I don't need alot and on sale I will still go to Joanne's. ;-)
12-02-2010, 10:52 PM
#29
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Another Aussie here...our prices are really high. I only shop when my favourite shops are having sales. Today Textile Traders had 25% off storewide, I bought 1 metre (a little over a yard) of butterfly print and 1/2 metre each of pink and yellow solids - cost $10.50 (Aus.). I love to quilt...it so helps my health and spirit, if I can't find new, it's off to charity shops for remnants or clothing I can cut up.
12-02-2010, 11:22 PM
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I just got a coupon for 50% off any single cut of fabric of any kind that is not on sale, as that's what the coupon says. So, I think I'll run on down there (I'm fortunate that JoAnn's is only about 5 miles away.) and buy something that catches my eye. I usually end up buying solid color fabrics, as they are easier to match colors. (for me anyway)
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