In these uncertain economic times, everyone is cutting back where they can. We’ve heard a lot of quilters talk about spending less on their fabric stash. Well, we found a few ways that quilters can keep on carrying on with their projects for a lot less than they’d usually spend on designer fabrics. We know quilters don’t want to sacrifice quality – so we came up with a few tips on how to shop frugally for your favorite fabrics.

First of all, check out this ebook for $3.99: The Frugal Fabriholic.

Full of easy fabric shopping advice, don’t forget to email the author to receive her list of Top Ten Sewing Websites. The web is the best way to find great deals for fabric. Find out as much as you can from the folks who’ve made the most of their searches.

For instance, we found a Yahoo Group called The Quilter’s Flea Market. Look here for quilting and fiber art supplies – including fabric.

AND, we found the fabulous online store $5 Bucks a Yard.

Another store, The Fabric Shack, has a constant sale going on. Check back often to see what they’re listing in their sale bins. Word has it they have great in-person prices, too. Next time you’re in Waynesville, Ohio, stop by to peruse through the items on their scrap table.

These are just a few ways to be frugal when shopping for your favorite designer fabrics. Don’t forget that several tips exist for shopping for patchwork materials and other inexpensive ways to keep sewing, quilting and crafting. The web is full of great bargains. Let us know if you’ve got a favorite frugal sewing tip!