Rose_P

He definitely needs a hobby. On the other hand, if your husband thinks that stash needs to be cataloged, you could recruit him to do that for you. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to plan a quilt by just clicking through those neatly organized pictures and to have the information about how much is on hand? I'm sure you have better things to do with your time than create that documentation, but maybe DH would enjoy doing it. Or maybe it will squelch further suggestions about how you should manage your hobby.

sharin'Sharon

I bought the EQ7 so that I could scan, save and organize my fabrics into the computer. Only problem now is that I still don't own a scannner!!! Brought it up to the hubby the other day and he reminded me that we did look 'once' so if I want one to go get it. Since I don't drive, guess what I'll suggest next time we are shopping? Uh huh

#1piecemaker

That is funny!! I should send you pictures of mine. That would really make him okay with what you have.

Grandma Peg

Good thing you saw that picture of somone elses stash and his comment is priceless! My husband will tease me but he enjoys seeing projects when they are done and compliments me. He knows it's my relaxation, escape some days and he has his things he likes to do - so it evens out.

richardswife

Thats a great way to make an impression. I had a friend whose husband asked her how much her fabric purchase had cost and her answer was "Oh around a power drill". Husband gave no reply.....end of subject.

barri1

I ran into a sad scenerio of having a stash. I was at a tag sale, and the lady that passed away was in her 40's. The husband was moving, and had to get rid of all her stuff.. She passed away seven years previous. He was practicly giving the stuff away. There was so much fabric that it was pretty eerie. He couldn't possibly have sold it all. When I left, I felt emotionally drained, and very sad..

grannygee56

My sewing room is upstairs. My husband has been up there only once or twice in several years. He wouldn't care how much I have anyway. But, I do like having things up there instead of in our living space. Except for this winter. I did move one machine and a small amount of fabric into the corner of the living room, kind of hidden behind the love seat. I can hardly wait for spring!!!..

Also, don't discourage your husband from cooking. He might even learn to clean up after himself. My husband can't seem to pour a glass of water. We've been married 55 years. I don't think I can train him now.

Cyn

Great plan!

Izaquilter

I say get yourself some bar code so you can scan them & then & only then will you or any of us be able to keep track!

nstitches4u

My DH is an enabler too. He is definitely a keeper. He locates quilt shops for "rest stops" when we travel. He just ordered a long arm quilting machine for me and is adding additional lighting in the family room before it is delivered on Monday. It was supposed to be delivered last Tuesday, but he decided the lighting wasn't good enough and wanted to get that done before the machine is delivered. He is retired. We both enjoy going to quilt shows. We are enjoying retirement.