I buy now with a plan, in the past I just bought because I liked it and have found when I've been trying to use the fabrics now I didn't buy enough!! I used to buy 1/2 yard of each print....not that I don't like wall hangings but I love quilts to cuddle under! so advise min. buy 2 yards if your buying for later....might help some addictions because that will add up fast with prices today..