Is It Still A Stash When.....
08-01-2011, 07:46 PM
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Some good thoughts here.
A year or so ago, I decided to STOP buying new material unless I absolutely had to have something to complete the design of a quilt. My stash had gotten out of hand.
Thus far, I haven't had to buy any new fabric. And my DD and a friend of hers have both given me fabric to make quilts for them. So my goal of poking a dent in my stash hasn't really gotten very far!
A year or so ago, I decided to STOP buying new material unless I absolutely had to have something to complete the design of a quilt. My stash had gotten out of hand.
Thus far, I haven't had to buy any new fabric. And my DD and a friend of hers have both given me fabric to make quilts for them. So my goal of poking a dent in my stash hasn't really gotten very far!
08-01-2011, 08:15 PM
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Originally Posted by np3
Originally Posted by debbieumphress
I loved reading all the posts. A stash is a stash is a stash......no matter the size. ROFL
I love my room now and you know it. Thank you so much. Everything has a place...jellyrolls, fq's fabrics, books, etc. Even my Peggy Sue doll. ♥♥
08-01-2011, 08:21 PM
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Originally Posted by JoanneS
Some good thoughts here.
A year or so ago, I decided to STOP buying new material unless I absolutely had to have something to complete the design of a quilt. My stash had gotten out of hand.
Thus far, I haven't had to buy any new fabric. And my DD and a friend of hers have both given me fabric to make quilts for them. So my goal of poking a dent in my stash hasn't really gotten very far!
A year or so ago, I decided to STOP buying new material unless I absolutely had to have something to complete the design of a quilt. My stash had gotten out of hand.
Thus far, I haven't had to buy any new fabric. And my DD and a friend of hers have both given me fabric to make quilts for them. So my goal of poking a dent in my stash hasn't really gotten very far!
08-01-2011, 08:59 PM
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OK, I confess. I'm going with a couple of friends to a discount store in Somerset, KY on Saturday. It's a pretty good road trip, so I intend to get all I can while I'm there. The last time I was there, they had 2 tables that were about 25 feet long that were piled at least a yard high on both sides with folded top quality fabric that was on clearance for $2.25 a yard! I have every intention of getting as much as possible. I need a 12-step program..... *hanging head in shame*
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08-01-2011, 09:02 PM
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Originally Posted by DonnaFreak
OK, I confess. I'm going with a couple of friends to a discount store in Somerset, KY on Saturday. It's a pretty good road trip, so I intend to get all I can while I'm there. The last time I was there, they had 2 tables that were about 25 feet long that were piled at least a yard high on both sides with folded top quality fabric that was on clearance for $2.25 a yard! I have every intention of getting as much as possible. I need a 12-step program..... *hanging head in shame*
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08-02-2011, 03:27 AM
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i have a reasonable stash, but nothing that is out of control. My thought is my LQS is my stash, they keep it neat and pretty, new and fresh and I dont have to pay to clean it, store it, organize it, fold it, etc.
08-02-2011, 06:14 AM
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Originally Posted by gypsyquilter
i have a reasonable stash, but nothing that is out of control. My thought is my LQS is my stash, they keep it neat and pretty, new and fresh and I dont have to pay to clean it, store it, organize it, fold it, etc.
I was looking here last night and I think I even have a stash of quilting magazines and books. Those are part of my stash. The only time I pay regular price for a quilt book is if it is being sold at a quilt show and I want it signed by Eleanor or Mark or Kaffe or Ricky TImm's. LOL. Otherwise, sales are it.
08-04-2011, 01:52 AM
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Originally Posted by debbieumphress
You had four walls and a room full of fabrics and you have sold or gave it away and are down to less than 200 yards?
In the last year I have been selling just about everything I won't use because of "too much". I used to want the most fabric and now I am hpapy with a more organized room. Besides, anyone who came to visit left with a good box of fabric.
Now I am content using what I have but I feel so "empty".
My thought is I can now buy more of the newer fabrics coming out but in moderation this time, I don't buy just to use to give to someone else, I don't buy because it is on sale and pretty, etc.
I know there are stash builders out there, just wandering if anyone else is happy having a smaller, more manageable stash.
She who dies with the most fabric wins...really? Then what good was it to me? ROFL.
And last but not least, I know those buying from me are enjoying the fabrics and all. Makes me smile. :thumbup:
In the last year I have been selling just about everything I won't use because of "too much". I used to want the most fabric and now I am hpapy with a more organized room. Besides, anyone who came to visit left with a good box of fabric.
Now I am content using what I have but I feel so "empty".
My thought is I can now buy more of the newer fabrics coming out but in moderation this time, I don't buy just to use to give to someone else, I don't buy because it is on sale and pretty, etc.
I know there are stash builders out there, just wandering if anyone else is happy having a smaller, more manageable stash.
She who dies with the most fabric wins...really? Then what good was it to me? ROFL.
And last but not least, I know those buying from me are enjoying the fabrics and all. Makes me smile. :thumbup:
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