Originally Posted by
Annaquilts
do you place a pattern with fabric and store it away, or ordered just because it's so pretty??
Yes, this!
When I finally choose fabric and pattern I put a copy of the pattern and fabric in a small wash basket, you can usually get them at dollar stores or big box discount stores. These little baskets are cheap and invaluable for organizing. I don't like putting fabric in plastic bags. It is too easy for any one to toss it and you can't see what is in them.
Another way I keep fabric and pattern together is to use the selvage ribbon or left over binding strips to tie them together in a pretty bundle and keep them right on a shelf in the stash. I can see the pretty fabric and know just how many projects I have lined up.
peace