Important Fact:
As we all know, nothing is ever cheap now a days and being a bargin hunter is the best way to get through life. This fact also applies to purchasing fabrics. Fabrics range in different prices per yard. Some fabrics range in $1.99 per yard to $5.99 per yard and other fabrics range in $7.99 per yard to $15.99 per yard. While you're searching for the fabric you want, be very careful and read your price signs so you won't overspend.
Okay, to some degree, you may think that one of these tips is kinda crazy, but I guarantee you, it's going to help you out tramendously^^ Being on a budget is always a good idea, but sometimes you have to make sacrifices in order to be within your budget.
Tip #1- Bring X Amount Of Cash:
It's always a good idea to bring a huge amount of cash with you so it helps out your bank account. If not anything, it should help you save the money you have in your bank account for your important bills. You may hold up the line a tad longer, but it's always good to have cash because you know how much you have with you. If for some reason you don't know how much you'll spend on your fabric, then always bring an extra $20-$25 at most with you so you won't have to worry.
Trust me, the last thing you want to worry about is not knowing if you have enough cash on you to pay the cashier. Not having to worry about how much you brought with you is the best feeling ever-_- So all in all, having cash on you is one of the best things you ever do when it comes to fabric shopping.
Tip #2- Knowing How Much You Have In Your Bank:
Now, if for some reason that you DIDN'T bring any cash with you whatsoever, but have your debit/credit card, then it's very important to know how much you have in your bank account. If you don't know, then you're in trouble because not only you might go over you're budget, but also, you may overdraw and that's the last thing you want to happen.
Before you leave your home, please check your checkbook register and online banking so you'll know how much you have and also, you'll be able to plan your budget. Always make sure you double check what you have in your bank. This will help you plan out a smart budget so you won't overspend or overdraw.
I constantly have to do this because alot of times, I don't have any cash to bring with me. I try to have cash with me as much as I can, but alot of times, that's on an occassion.
Tip #3- Carrying A Scientific Calculator:
Actually, it doesn't matter what kind of calculator you have, but I chose this particular one is because you can figure fractions on this^^ When you find the fabric you need and the price per yard, figure up the cost up to your budget. Always make sure you add your tax percentage to get the total amount so you won't freak out if your fabric purchase is $1 to $2 above your budget.
It may look weird and you may be embarassed by this method, but it's always better to pre-figure your cost than to go up to the check out area and get an unwanted surprise^^ If you're not quite comfortable with the figure, then refigure again to make sure that it's the correct figure. Once the figure is to your liking, then have at it and get your fabric.
So, making sure that you're prepared for any purchase emergancy is always a smart idea. As long as you use your spending smarts, you should be fine and getting the fabric you need.
Well..... I hope this helps because I use this method all the time when it comes to purchasing fabric by the yard and it comes in handy^^
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