Hi Nancy,
Yes, you are really close to Bellingham! I'm sure you've discovered the fabric store at the Burlington Outlet Mall. With three quilt shops here in town I'm more than content. We moved from Shoreline (north of Seattle) this fall to a retirement apartment and love it. Have you been quilting for long? I used to sew for years but once I was introduced to quilting, my interest lies there.
Anita