We decided to rejoin Costco the other day, and I was reminded how much I love it there. So in the interest of science (domestic science silly!), I thought I would give you my favorite (ok, and not-so-favorite) things about Costco:

1. Double-wide carts – It’s great to have room for my bags, purse, etc…but not so great to have it strewn everywhere because a certain nameless 3 year old decides to go exploring.
2. Great prices on books – I picked up “Deceptively Delicious” for $14! Good thing I was at costco to pick up all kinds of veggies to puree (um, not yet)
3. Samples – yeah, I used to think this was a great perk…til I had kids. I am not one that will ask for a sample for everyone, so the boys get to share, and I get to smell their breath afterwards.
4. Ginormous bags of frozen goodness – between strawberries (a fav snack for mama), potstickers, stir fry veggies, and boneless skinless chicken (breasts and tenders), my freezer is pretty packed. The downside – no room for 79 mini cheesecakes!
5. Does anyone EVER get out of there for less than $100?
6. One word – HOTDOGS (I seriously never eat them otherwise)
7. Always new stuff – did you know they carry Borghese now?
8. Office Supplies – Rowr!
9. The best Buttercream ever…(so I hear )
10. Spices in bulk – especially taco seasoning and ranch dip mix – SO many uses
11. Did you know you can buy a casket there? (or maybe it’s Sam’s)
12. Did I mention NOT getting samples?
13. Trying to find a place for 79 78 mini cheesecakes and all his friends (have NO idea how that got there!

What are your favorite/not-so-favorite things about Costco or Sam’s? Any goodies I should look out for?

It’s that time of year when all the new Yummy fabrics are coming out – just intime for the upcoming Holidays I suppose…I thought I would highlight a couple of my favorites, and I would love it if you all would share some of your favorites in the comments!

Who DOESN’T love Heather Bailey? The colors, the patterns – she doesn’t miss a detail, and her latest collection is no exception…

Image – Heather Bailey Store

Anna Maria’s fabrics are beyond Yummy. The colors are rich, and can you imagine the luscious Aprons you could make from these fabrics? She also has a book coming out in October that I cannot wait to get.

Image – Shop Anna Maria

Fairly new to Fabric Design, Sandi Henderson is the creative brain behind the Farmer’s Market and Ginger Blossom Fabric lines, available at J Caroline.
Sandi also has a great blog where she has many tutorials and patterns for you to use.

Image – Sandi Henderson @ Flickr

Ok, now it’s your turn! Who are your favorite fabric designers??