Alu_Rathbone

I should get a few yards of white fabric... for things like siggie blocks... (which I need to make and send before the 26th and I do not have white fabric :( )

Nona

the only problem with buying white fabric is which one you do like...with or without patterns...with or without verigated lines...with or without nubbies...or just plain domestic...start looking..it's harder than you think

mlaceruby

I buy lots of fabric!
by the 15 yd bolt, or25 yd bolt I just bought alot of flannel!
never have anything specific in mind, just work with what I have at the time.
but my fabric budget is $2000/month

Woodster

Did I read that right?

Judie

Oh my goodness... good for you. That must make quilting really fun! I can't imagine. Even though I don't have that sort of a budget, I do have fun. I also have some of the greatest friends this life can offer... large budget or small, quilting adds a lot of enjoyment to life.

Fabriholic

I have the same question for mlaceruby. I can't compare with that - that's for sure. I have been on a fabric moratorium (I think that's the right word) since the end of last year. However, I have a hard time buying less than 3 yards of anything because in order for me to want it in the first place, I must really like it. I only know that what I buy is going into a quilt for someone ~ lots of baby quilts in mind ~ or into the patchwork quilt that "uglycook" shared with us last week.

craftybear

you spend $2,000 a month????? for fabric

I about fell off my chair, you need to open up a quilt shop so you can buy your stash at discount prices

mlaceruby

Yes you read right!
and that is just what I keep to sew with!
It is so much fun to feel all the fabric
Well actually I do sell to members of the yahoo group that I belong to,(at my wholesale price) as a fabric co-op.
I buy kona cotton solids weekly, and the june fabric orders
are for Benartex Minkee and Indobatiks.
I had never tried minkee before and LOVE it!
If you would like more info please PM me
thanks

Anne Wright

I'm especially fond of scrappy-type quilts so I usually purchase fat quarters. This way I get great look with lots of variety. I also get a great deal of pleasure just looking at all the different fabrics, colors and textures piled up on my shelves awaiting projects. I purchase yards of fabric for the borders and backs after I piece the tops & haven't had a problem coming up with something that matches well. I buy yardage for specific projects and when I find a good deal on fabric that could be used for backgrounds, borders and or backings. I just love it all!

pollyjvan9

Since I make mostly scrap quilts and applique I buy in smaller quantities, 1/4 yard or 1/2 yard. If I don't applique the border then I may buy specifically for that. I don't usually buy fat quarters, charms, etc., because it is usually less expensive to buy by the yard.