Hello my name is Michael and I'm a Fabric Hoarder
#81
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Atlanta, IL
Posts: 56
Michael, be forewarned. I decided that I would not purchase any more fabric for awhile - I would try to "shop" my stash first. When I attend a quilt show, my motto is "I will NOT purchase any fabric." However, there are lots of new gadgets or patterns! It's a conspiracy!!
#82
Hi Michael, I'm Chris and I'm a fabric hoarder. In truth, I'm a hoarder of all things and it was only through remediation of flood damage that I was able to recognize my problem. That was before I became a quilter though so only had saved back some clothes and the odd piece of fabric picked up at yard sales.
Now that I'm a quilter and have discovered quilting shows, and shop hops, and quilter yard sales I realize that I am a shopaholic, I've just switched from jewelry and knickknacks to fabric. It is the thrill of procuring the item and the having of a beautiful thing.
And yes, going through periodically and sorting and having the 'aha' moment all over again ;-)
I think I'll try doing that the next time the urge to buy steals into my psyche....at least that is free!
Now that I'm a quilter and have discovered quilting shows, and shop hops, and quilter yard sales I realize that I am a shopaholic, I've just switched from jewelry and knickknacks to fabric. It is the thrill of procuring the item and the having of a beautiful thing.
And yes, going through periodically and sorting and having the 'aha' moment all over again ;-)
I think I'll try doing that the next time the urge to buy steals into my psyche....at least that is free!
#83
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Glenmoore, PA
Posts: 7,941
Hi Michael, I am joining your club. I too am a fabric hoarder. I stopped buying kits because I found I am not using them any more. I am having a problem with layer cakes and jelly rolls. I want all that I see. I had put myself on a fabric diet back in November when my rottie had acl surgery, but as with many dieters, I have failed miserably. And now that I have the long arm....well, what can I say. I am now starting to collect wide backings. I figure I can make a bunch of tops and then quilt away all at once. It is such a wonderful disease to have (hoarding) and who does it hurt?!?!?! :roll: :lol:
#86
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Posts: 7
Hi Michael, okay you are out of control!! LOL But it's fun isn't it? I live with the "fabric Control Police" (FCP) So I have to sneak it in and stash it in a 6 foot closet. (can't get out of control) Don't stress about it enjoyit!! Post pics so I can show my husband I am not out of control! LOL
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