Fabric restriction

Okay, I'm putting myself on double secret probation and major fabric restriction. It's getting out of control.

I know it seems like I produce a lot of crafty stuff--but I buy waaaaay more stuff than I get done. Truth be told, it's just so much easier to buy things for a project than it is to actually make a project.

I spent all afternoon cleaning out the basement--AGAIN. And while I was filling trash bags and bags for Goodwill I decided that I'm going to use up what I have. It may require a few trips to the fabric store along the way--but only for a zipper or purse handles or whatever I need to finish the projects I have in the works.

So if you see my showing off new fabric you have to call me on it. Send me a nasty email and mock me. Because I really mean it--no more new stuff until I use what I have.

Comments

[Lisa R-P]

JoAnne, it's nice to know that you struggle with the urge to buy all the pretty fabric just like me. I was starting to think that you were Superwoman disguised as a crafty mom and always finished every project before starting another. Whew -- what a relief :-)

As long as we are being perfectly honest...I too have more fabric and scrapbook paper than I will probably be able to use up in this lifetime. I have reduced my buying exponentially in the last six months, but I still buy a lot. Dear Chris just smiles every time I say that I won't buy any more until I use up what I have. Maybe we could help to hold each other accountable to keeping our stash sizes at a reasonable level?

[Marla Taviano]

I'm proud of you! You can do it! Maybe start making Christmas gifts early? (oh, and my birthday's in October...)

[Holly Smith]

Mock you? Ha! Ha! There are worse things than too much fabric; however, when my grandmother died there was a whole room (about 14 X 14) full of bags of fabric from garage sales, stores, etc... It was certainly a symbol of best intentions wasted.

I know you will find wonderful things to make with all that you have! Cheering you on, Sister!
With love and pryaers,
Holly

[Heidi]

I hear ya girl....I've been working on something someone taught me about Living Simply?!?! ;) (wink...wink...)
I finally let go of stacks of books...honestly...some I can re-read, but I realized I am hoarding and, like you, I don't need bigger barns! You go girl! Go with the purge! Soooooooo cathartic!

[Sheila]

I found your blog from Kimberly. I wish I had a Paris Street Market. It sounds wonderful!

I also have a Paris themed bathroom but it isn't as lovely as yours! Beautiful pics of your house. Wow!

[Kimberly]

Hmm...For me, it's scrapbooking/paper crafting supplies. Not a lot of fabric. Maybe that will change with those upcoming sewing lessons...
I couldn't even find a needle and thread the other day for Rick. Grumble. I finally found them, but made him sew his project. Normally, I'd take care of things like that for him, but it was after we return from the PSM and I was wiped out.
Besides, it was something for the garage and I don't venture out there unless absolutely necessary, or to deliver him fresh cups of tea while he's working. It's too dangerous!

[Susan]

I, too, am on "Double secret probation". But for books...wonderful, heavenly, gorgeous, comforting books.