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When I started sewing, fabric was a lot cheaper. You truly could sew things for less money than buying them at the store. That is not always the case anymore. Fabric is expensive!
Sewing is still the best way to get a custom fit and look, but it comes at a price. With some planning, though, you can still sew things economically. You just need to learn how to save money on fabric. Here are four tips to help you keep your sewing hobby sustainable.
1. Use Coupons and Promotions
Never walk into a fabric store without a coupon! I cannot stress this point enough… If you’re like me, you can’t help yourself when you see cute fabric. You know you’re going to buy it no matter what. That’s why you should always be prepared with a coupon.
It’s pretty easy to search for coupons on the Internet and print them before you head to the store. Most chain fabric stores, such as JoAnn Fabric, have mailing lists you can subscribe to and they will send you weekly coupons to have on hand. Take advantage of these promotional programs, especially if you don’t have your fabric addiction under control.
2. Buy Seasonal Fabric
Instead of wandering aimlessly at the fabric store, look at the seasonal fabric. It’s usually what’s on sale. For instance, costume fabric goes on sale around Halloween and fleece goes on sale in the winter. Avoid looking at full-price fabric when possible.
3. Browse the Clearance Rack and Remnant Bin
When fabric stores want to get rid of seasonal or surplus fabric, they place it on the clearance rack at a significant price drop. This is where you can get great deals — sometimes as much as 90% off.
The remnant rack also has discounted fabric if you don’t need much yardage for a sewing project. Remnants are small cuts of fabric that are too small to be left on the bolt by themselves. They are sold anywhere from 20-50% off their original price.
4. Comparison Shop
Before you make any large purchase at the fabric store, do some quick price checking on the internet. Scan the barcode or look up the item number listed on the bolt of fabric. If you find a better deal on the internet, you can usually convince the cashier to give you the same price.
These are the things I like to do to save money on fabric store. Do you have any other suggestions? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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Fleece used for batting doesn’t come in cotton blends. I’ve always liked batting that is 80% cotton and 20% poly