Jaba, I live in a rural area. Yes, the fabric is metallic. I had seen some while on a shop hop and really loved it, but you are right it was pricey (at least to me) at around $13/yd. So I started cruising internet sites because whenever I did find some at LQS, it would only be one and not coordinates, etc. I found a site where it was $7/yd and then I got a coupon and free shipping so I went a bit crazy and bought several coordinates. Surprisingly, I am using other fabric in my stash and some I had found on sale after Christmas for 50% off and find I maybe like it better. I found some fabric tonight on a site with tigers for $3/yd and my grandkids' school's mascot are tigers, so I am thinking this would be a very good buy. I try to buy locally if at all possible, but when I see fabric for $29/yd, I just can't do that.