I just did it again. Bought more fabric I really didn't need. But it was pretty and I might need it later for a future project and they might not have any left. What do you tell yourself when you do the same thing?

I tell myself it is a great buy. Am very glad I indulged in some of the fabric I just "bought", as it has ended up making some lovely quilts. And, they were, indeed, out of it when I looked for it later.

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by bevintex 19 Feb 2012

Right,sometimes just having the fabric will bring on the idea for the project.

I don't call it nothing other then NOW I AM BROKE LOL hugs carolyn

Its called, adding to your stash. LOL. Nellie

Didn't really need? lol I NEED fabric ;) Even so, if I needed an excuse it would be that I'm a long long drive to a fabric shop so make the most of it while there :) xXx

well bev I say ya just never know! & I know I bought it on sale

I thought this was what we all did ;-)

Bev one can never have too much fabric. I dont have the luxury of fabric shops nearby so buying doesnot happen too often

You have to have your fix or you will get sick !

i just tell my self its for the grandkids and since i have ten of them i need lots more fabric dh just rolls his eyes and keeps his mouth shut says its safer that way,lol

I just simply love new fabric. The feel and smell of it is just so pleasing to the senses. Enjoy, for I think we have the same problem in common. Have a nice day.***

Coudln't resist could you?!?! I just did it again to, lol! It just called to me "I'm so cute you just have to take me home"
I have an embroidery desing that states Fab-ra-holic
one yard of fabric, like one cookie, is never enough.
Oh so very true, lol!

I figure that if I really like it, it probably will not be available when I want to use it. My husband doesn't understand that, of course.
Maureen

I tell myself that I got it at a great price, and even though I cannot use it at the moment, I will NEED it ONE day!! I just know I will truly get into quilting in the future, then I will not need to buy fabrics!! I love my collection! Helplessly addicted to pretty fabrics, I AM!!
Angel

So did I!!!! Yesterday I went in to the fabric store 'only for pattern trace' and I walked out with a load of fabric that I didn't need. But it makes me happy and it's pretty and one day.......... (maybe I might get to use it...) :)

I think I've solved the "problem" with buying fabric. At least the "breaking the bank" part. I get on Craig's List and look for people selling their fabric stash. I can usually get it for next to nothing, and it is all matched beautifully. Last week I got two full bolts of fabric for $10, and two giant moving boxes of fat quarters for peanuts. I don't set foot in a fabric store anymore. Do I need it?? Well, it will get used, sooner or later. And there will always be a future project that needs THAT piece!!! Enjoy the journey.

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by bevintex 17 Feb 2012

I check Craigs list but they almost never have fabric. I love ebay. I spend way too much money there but have gotten some great deals. The journey continues!
Bev

by parkermom 17 Feb 2012

have never thought to check on either Craigs List or Ebay to find fabric. Thanks for the suggestion! More sources to feed my addiction

by bevintex 18 Feb 2012

EBay is great for fabric,thread,tools everything you'd want.

by noah 18 Feb 2012

ok what is craigs fabric i need to shop there :):) carolyn

I tell myself you sure did good today!

Bev, here is the DaGama quilt I made in the 1990's - as I said it has 3 cats stamped on the background - I actually kept the design in some of the seams. Love Chris - it took ages to make as it's all flying geese!

P.S. This is a queen size quilt - and as you can see from the top of the quilt is getting old - it has faded as it was in the sun.

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by bevgrift 17 Feb 2012

This is so beautiful!
Hugs Bev

by cherylgauteng 17 Feb 2012

A lovely quilt !!

by susiesembroidery 17 Feb 2012

Really lovely. **

by pldc 17 Feb 2012

wow that's alot of geese! Beautiful quilt!

In response to Bevgrift's answer. I bought a stack of DaGama fabric back in the 1990's. I couldn't get it here and found a lady in Canberra who bought it for me and I made a quilt out of it. It's the 3 cat series and I absolutely love it. It's all navy and white. I'll see if I can find a picture of it. P.S. I bought more fabric yesterday for my grand-daughters!!!!!! You can never have enough!! Love Chris

And I thought I was mad by buying fabric that I don't need but now I know it is only mad people that buy fabric they need because maybe just maybe it wont be there next time lol I have fabric in my fabric stash that are olde than my children!!! And I am a grandmother already!! Hugs Louise

Sounds like you did the right and proper, not to say normal, thing to do. So....... what else were you planning on doing with the money????? :}
AlmaG.

You can guarantee that if you see something you like but don't buy it then and there you will never be able to find it again. You made the right decision.

Dear Bev
Just this week,I went to the shops for fabric that would make the six backings for the scrap quilts that I have made.I am trying so hard to use up my stash.
I said to my DH that while in the shop, he must remind me that I am only to "Get the Backing Fabric ".So the first pile that I spy and feel, he says "Is that for backing".
Guess! I came home with no less than 19 meters of fab cotton (too good for Backings because then everyone will use that side as rigntside and the patchwork as the wrong side).
Now I need other lifetimes to use all in my stash.
(They were only R27.00 per meter)
Happy Stitching
From Bev

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by almag 17 Feb 2012

I love that fabric. It looks like William Morris wallpaper and designs highly prized by quilters. AlmaG.

by bevgrift 17 Feb 2012

it's 'jacobean birds' By Da Gama quilters fabric South Africa

by susiesembroidery 17 Feb 2012

Where did you get the fabric at such a good price here is S.A.? LOVIES.

by bevgrift 18 Feb 2012

From "Luna" Southcoast Rd Durban,
(The dingiest shop ever)They have been there forever.

Bev, I think we are all like you. Just can't help ourselves. Hugs Yvonne

I am on the mailing list of a fabric supplier who always has beautiful fabric. I don't NEED any more fabric so just delete it without looking. I could unsubscribe BUT one day I might need it again?????

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by almag 17 Feb 2012

Hey Lyn. Can you share that supplier's name with me? Are the prices good or are they the same as quilt shop prices? AlmaG.

by mi30kaja 17 Feb 2012

Alma, I buy my fabric from the USA from http://www.fabricparadise.com/ or www.eQuilter.com I find though I just buy fabric because I like it with no idea what I will use it for. So now when I get there messages in my mail box I just delete them without looking as I know I am weak. Even with the price of the postage it works out cheaper than buying the same fabric from here in Australia.

by mi30kaja 17 Feb 2012

without looking as I know I am weak. Even with the price of the postage it works out cheaper than buying the same fabric from here in Australia.

I tell myself exactly the same thing. LOL. Sarah.

When I buy fabric or embroidery designs for future projects, I just tell myself I will need them some day for the perfect project or gift.

Oh my Bev..I do the same thing.My husband decided last week that when he feels better he is going to paint my sewing room!! I think he just wants me to go through "my stash" as I will have to move it all out! :-( I just finished going through all my Christmas fabric and moving it to a spare bedroom closet.....just a start. But hey..I'm going to fabricland tomorrow, they have a sale!!hehehe
Hugs, Nadyne

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by almag 17 Feb 2012

Now, there's a grand idea!!! A whole closet for Christmas fabric.
Wait! NO! If I did that I'd forget it was there and then I'd buy more next season to build up my stash. AlmaG.

Hi Bev.
I always get things that catch my eyes. I got my husband that way. HEHEHE.
I say, if you like it, grab it. there is always room for pleasure.
Enjoy your fabric. I'm sure you'll put it to good use.
Happy stitching.
Rachel

I know just what your saying fabric just call my name ....

I can understand where you're coming from!! I usually tell myself, "Where in the world am I going to put this?" as I buy it!!

Bev, I hear you, I understand you, I am just like you, I buy if the material catches my eye, I MAY need it all one day. BUT Then I forget and go buy more. I am saving material for a rainy day, incase we are flooded in and I cant get to the shop. LOL

It's better than what I did. I ran out of my fabric that I needed. It was 10:00 at night and in a tight spot. I needed fabric for a gift. So I went to my closet and cut up some of my dresses. At least I had the Christmas gifts done.

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by bevintex 16 Feb 2012

That's why we need to plan ahead. lol

Never can have too much fabric !!!! LOL ... Jo

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by bevintex 16 Feb 2012

I agree!

Bev, I suppose - if I could - I would, too - but I can't - so I don't.

You sound like me. I might need it later. So what are you going to make????? DeVon

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by bevintex 16 Feb 2012

No project in mind as of yet,but when I think of something I'll be ready.

I have always the excuse that I need it for my business ;o) But nowerdays I'm more in buying designs than fabric: need not so much storage and is better to hide *lol*
My problem with some really beautiful fabrics: Never wanna cut them. They lay in the cupboard and I just fondle them because I think: When they are gone I never get them again. Embroiderydesigns are so much better. You can use them again and again :-)
Greetings, Bettina

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by janetedna 17 Feb 2012

Love this embroidered cartoon. Jan

by juanitadenney 17 Feb 2012

I am the same way I don't want to use the beautiful fabric because then it will be gone. And I also love this cartoon. Juanita

by ansalu 17 Feb 2012

This is from emblibrary.com :o)
They have some designs in this style for crafters *lol* This is called "Material girl"
Greetings, Bettina

Of course there is a cotton shortage! They are going to start recycling cotton, and there will be more blends and less 100% pure! I am a purist when it comes to cotton! Live Laugh Download Stitch! Better get it now for the grand girls!

Consider it supplies on hand. You can't craft if you don't have supplies. lol Since we just moved and I now have all the crafts/sewing together I'm shocked at how much I really have.

LOL been there done that. I can always find a use for it especially if it's on sale. I only have 3 plastic tubs full. lol For now i stay away from the fabric shops...:)

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by bevintex 16 Feb 2012

If it's on sale when you come back they may be all sold out. Get your share while you can.

Arrrr Bev, my motto is buy it now as yes it wont be there when you want it!!!!!! also i figure i can "afford" it now, so collect while i can, Spotlight has nothing on my collection. Ask Meg :)

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by bevintex 16 Feb 2012

I tried to walk away . I really did. Really,I mean it.

Bev, think we're all guilt of this and especially so if you're a quilter. I don't say anything just smile as I add it to one of the 4 storage boxes for later use. I think its an addiction.

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by emily16838 16 Feb 2012

4 storage boxes loltry 400 ..now thats more like it

by bevintex 16 Feb 2012

One more yard or 2 or 3 or 4 couldn't hurt.lol

by juanitadenney 17 Feb 2012

4 storage boxes?????? I lost count after 200 and I'm talking the giant BIG boxes and another 200 smaller ones. I have them stacked to the ciling but never have the right piece to go with what I am working on so have to run to the quilt shop again.

Oh - I know this is a terrible thing. This fighting against better knowledge - you never can use up all the pretty fabric. Still have in store from the childhood of my children - maybe there will be little princesses some time to dress? (Didn't have time to realize for my own girls) .... and now my addiction already has infected two of my daughters....we need more space to store all the fabric and material which might be needed within the next 30 years

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by bevintex 16 Feb 2012

In case there is ever a fabric shortage we will all be ready.