Fabric frenzy

I went to the thrift store with the intent to find a good, solid retro/vintage pattern. I found a couple (stuff from the 70s, nothing on par with those beautiful full-skirted dresses some of you seem to have), but it was the fabric bins -- oh those fabric bins -- that caught my attention. I think I showed some restraint, considering what was there. But then again, don't we all want to think that when the fever takes over?

Most of the fabric pieces were less than a yard, but a few have enough yardage to make a skirt or a blouse:

And here's the pattern of the dress I want to make (the one in the center of the photo). It's not a vintage pattern, but I hope it counts. If not, I'll choose something else. I'm excited to start, and have enjoyed reading all the introductions so much.