It pays to procrastinate. Sometimes. Two years ago I saw the Winterberry line of fabric by Maywood. Love at first sight. Bought a fat quarter of everything Fabric Town had. At the same time, Friend Betty bought FQs of the same line — but in Arizona! Betty has her blocks made; my FQs are in a little tote with a pattern, patiently waiting their turn.
Last week Betty and I went to Mill End Fabrics, which is pretty much what it sounds like. Leftovers and overruns. You can get great buys, but don’t go with something specific in mind because that rarely works out.
They had probably ten (or more) new bolts of the Winterberry line, some still had the paper band around the bolt. So I bought (ahem) two more fabrics I didn’t have plus the backing. Add 8.25 yards.
On the usage side, I used 3 3/4 yards on a new reunion quilt that is in the works, and 7 yards for challenge backing/binding/sleeve. 10.75 yards out.
Slowly but surely, I WILL reach a negative number!
Sue
Sometimes you just gotta buy it when you find it. I love Mill End, but you’re right, don’t go with finding a “specific” fabric, maybe more a “general idea” place to shop. A “I am looking for a soft floral” sort of place! But I love the prices, especially when I can use a 60% off coupon and buy backing!