With the stash I already have accumulated, I couldn't possibly live long enough to sew it all up. But of course that doesn't stop me from adding to the stash. I have been trying for a couple of years to be more deliberate about fabric purchases - mostly buying things to finish projects, like backing, backgrounds/borders, or binding. This year I'm also tracking my fabric purchases again to stay a little bit accountable.
However there is a big statewide shop hop coming up this summer - AND sometimes there is something just too pretty to pass up. The pink plaid is a fat quarter that I won at Saturday Sampler last weekend. But the gorgeous batik strip set was something I just couldn't resist. The colors are so beautiful. I'm thinking it will need to be used with a dark background no matter what pattern I choose.
This was an impulse purchase - online. Fat Quarter Shop does their Liberty Box each summer with the focus being on patriotic projects, suitable for Quilts of Valor. I think I've bought 2 previous Liberty Boxes in the past. I splurged on it again this year. They are a surprise, so you don't know exactly what the project will look like until you open the box. So, in this year's Liberty Box is a beautiful pattern and the 12 fat quarters needed to make it. I already have enough white background for it, in the stash of course. The box also contained beautiful book ends, and a "ruler stand". All in all, it was a good purchase.
And yes, I've added these all to the stash tracking spreadsheet. I'll try to share my stash report at the end of this month as we're halfway through the year.
I understand needing to use your stash. I have also been trying to limit purchases to yardage I need for borders or backgrounds. I also understand wanting to purchase some new fabrics just because you like them. We are all fabric addicts! At least you have a plan to use what you bought!
ReplyDeleteStar Salute is a very pretty pattern, perfect for a QFV. Happy stitching!
ReplyDeleteSometimes ya just gotta do it!!!!
ReplyDeleteWe can not be on a diet all our lives. Sometimes, falling off the wagon feels goooooodd!! Lol. I love the batik and totally agree with you on the dark background. Star Salute is a simple pattern yet so cute. Enjoy! ;^)
ReplyDeletenice and yes even though we want to use the stash it is nice to buy new once in awhile - adds variety
ReplyDeleteBeautiful new fabrics! Have fun with the Shop Hop--i tried to buy what I needed for specific patterns to I didn't just add more random yardage! The new Liberty Box is gorgeous, isn't it!
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