2020 Fabric Moratorium
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Thanks grann of 6. I think i have one "kit" bagged like this and need to make more up. One of my problems is I have several WIP's that involve smaller pieces....all planned out, but are lanquishing in lalalala land as I do get bored doing one thing over and over. I'm semi retired and don't have all the time I want to quilt either.
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I find it a big help to have each fabric and its cuts in one baggie. I think other people do it differeently, but this works for me. then everything for that kit is in one large bag or artbin, along with the pattern. And I check off each step as I go.
Well, I have decided how I am going to attack my stashbusters my UFOs... I am going to alternate, one UFO gets done, then I am rewarded by using one of my stashbuster kits, or a new projects, but a UFO MUST be completed before going on to another project. I finished up my flannel brick quilt and it is ready for the longarm. So now I am starting on my black/white stashbuster quilt that I kitted up the other day. It should go pretty fast because the pieces are big.
Well, I have decided how I am going to attack my stashbusters my UFOs... I am going to alternate, one UFO gets done, then I am rewarded by using one of my stashbuster kits, or a new projects, but a UFO MUST be completed before going on to another project. I finished up my flannel brick quilt and it is ready for the longarm. So now I am starting on my black/white stashbuster quilt that I kitted up the other day. It should go pretty fast because the pieces are big.
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I have to be in again this year. Last year was a blessing with this site and managed to not add to my stash until the end of December when I bought 3 jelly rolls for $9.00 each. I am going to try my hand at a jelly roll quilt. This year I am off and running on a major purchase. I finally broke down and bought a new Brother sewing machine. So happy. I looked and drooled over it a couple years ago, but could not talk myself into a $950 purchase. My old one is 25 years old, was a bargain at that time and came with several feet, and a table extension. I had a choice between two, a more expensive one with extra feet and table extension or the one I drooled over 2 years ago. Come to find out, my feet fit them still, and the extra feet I already have and the table I don't use, so went with the original drool. I love it. Now to use more of my fabric and my do my new jelly roll quilt. So I am one happy person. Good luck all, and happy new year.
And Grann of 6, I like your way of thinking. One UFO, then a new project. I think I will adopt that way of crafting for 2020. Thanks for the idea.
And Grann of 6, I like your way of thinking. One UFO, then a new project. I think I will adopt that way of crafting for 2020. Thanks for the idea.
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I'm glad to see people making plans to use stash rather than buying new fabric! For all who have UFOs, check out the 2020 UFO challenge, in this same section. It's a great place to get encouragement to finish those lingering projects. Plus, you can use stash & watch your fabric reserves dwindle. A win-win!
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I find it a big help to have each fabric and its cuts in one baggie. I think other people do it differeently, but this works for me. then everything for that kit is in one large bag or artbin, along with the pattern. And I check off each step as I go.
Well, I have decided how I am going to attack my stashbusters my UFOs... I am going to alternate, one UFO gets done, then I am rewarded by using one of my stashbuster kits, or a new projects, but a UFO MUST be completed before going on to another project. I finished up my flannel brick quilt and it is ready for the longarm. So now I am starting on my black/white stashbuster quilt that I kitted up the other day. It should go pretty fast because the pieces are big.
Well, I have decided how I am going to attack my stashbusters my UFOs... I am going to alternate, one UFO gets done, then I am rewarded by using one of my stashbuster kits, or a new projects, but a UFO MUST be completed before going on to another project. I finished up my flannel brick quilt and it is ready for the longarm. So now I am starting on my black/white stashbuster quilt that I kitted up the other day. It should go pretty fast because the pieces are big.
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Grann of 6 and Teen, thank you both for your thoughtful comments about kitting projects. I like both of your ideas and will incorporate them into my 2020 quilting plan. I will precut one and set it up in a project box as grann of 6 does...it will be a good project to take to Sit & Sews. I will also try one as Teen suggests and pick a pattern that I can use some stash. This will be a new and fun way to approach a couple of projects this year. I love this board for motivation and new ideas.