4dogs

I have used way too too too much ink printing off a lot of the free ones...but then, think how much those books cost, so maybe ink is still cheaper for us?

trolleystation

Definitely I use the free patterns. I usually 'wing it' from my stash but sometimes do buy the fabric reccommended.

nightquilter

I love these patterns but cant always find them. I use my stash in most of them.

Patti Sue

Me too! I like the free one's but usually use my own stash.

ghostrider

Don't use them, don't save them, don't like 99%* of them. In an effort to "show off' an entire line of fabrics, the designer is forced to ignore all principles of design. The result is usually a 'fabric puree' imho.

*That lonely 1% is an occasional batik pattern, and even then I only save them for color inspiration.

Deb watkins

Same here. I have loads of fabric that often suit the featured free patterns.

CruisingStef

I also keep a folder in my favorites for "Quilting Ideas".
I have on occasion bought the fabrics.....wonderful choices!
Stephanie

Stitchit123

I have -some times I may change a fabric or 2-especially if its pink and/or purples or if I have something close in my stash I'll use it but I also have made them out of completely dif fabrics

Janice Thompson

I've printed about 6 notebooks full. These are some I'll use for charity quilts.

G'ma Kay

YES