jitkaau

Take no notice - you usually get this sort of vibe from a non - sewer or quilter and they would not understand if you discussed it with them, so do just that- don't discuss it with anyone unless they are a kindred spirit.

scrappylady

I so agree with what is said here...I say quilting is cheaper than a shrink and sometimes more productive ( I have lots of UFO's) So just use common sense on purchasing fabric and make her a lap quilt sometime and tell her your hobby makes useful items. :)

bgullett

Even if money is tight, you have to splurge at times. No guilt! Besides, it is none of her business what you spend your money on.

You have to maek yourself happy!

Judie

She sounds like she was just too quick with her commment.. Perhaps she is still having pain (probably) and when people are in pain they often act and say things rashly. Or she was tired, or had a fight with her hubby.. who knows. I agree with the rest, it isn't her business, but I am thinking that wasn't really what was bothering her.

I think if she were really concerned about you buying fabric she would sit you down and try to talk with you about your finances.. since she just hit you with her comment, I wouldn't put too much stock in it.. Just let it roll over you and don't let something like that make a dent in your relationship. People (including me) sometimes open their mouth and whatever was going through their head dribbles out! Don't be concerned, unless it becomes a regular thing.

TeesMeema

None of my friends share my love for quilting and painting, they may think I'm a nut to do what I do but never say anything negative to me as they love to sit at the casinos and listen to the sound of their quarters dropping down the slot machines.
I say that you are a very good and caring person and perhaps your SIL is not a very happy person. Ignore her opinion and continue to quilt and buy the fabric you fancy when you can and stay a happy person :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup: MM

C.Cal Quilt Girl

Nice of you to try to include her in something... some just don't get the quilt fabric thing.
Next time let her know of course your going to get it, but would she run over to the candy aisle for you and pick out a goodie for you both if it bothers her watch you get fabric !! or Ask her if it's ok to disagree :) MYOB and next time she buggs you you will do the same for her:)
You'll get it worked out.

Momsmurf

Isnthatodd said what I was going to post...
I'm sure you've shown them your appreciation for what they did 5 years ago...how much longer does your sil feel her opinions are required?

(that wasn't very nice...sorry!)
If there is a next time, just say that this is what you've saved for.... and maybe not telling them "everything" might also help. ;-)

Rainy Day

Hmmm, some great responses here. I used to smoke (gave up in 1998), and I figure that I was a pack a day smoker, thus I would be spending about $16.00 a day, which is $112.00 a week, which is $5,824 per year. I used to be able to find this money when I was addicted to nicotine, now, I try to find it for my hobbies.
Also, it does sound like she has chronic pain which can cause depression, anger, anxiety and behavioural changes.
Or she is just a nasty b!@$h.
Or you could tell her you earn extra cash doing topless waitressing :) and would she like to try out for it?

Momsmurf

ROFLMBO.....!!!! :lol: :lol: :lol:

madamekelly

If your other bills are paid, whose business is it what you do with your 'fun money'. Let them express their lame opinions and remember, opinions are like a--holes, every one has one, but no one wants yours! Then go make a quilt for someone else! Some people's children. :thumbdown: