I'm lucky enough to have 3 shops close (within 20 miles) another 3 (30 miles). My nearest I'm at about 3 times a week now -- the owner is having her own problems; but, I've made great friends with several of the staff, they always are there to help & are asking about our home construction problems. Her choice in fabric isn't what I like; but, I still buy lots of things there. The 2nd closest I've got a really favorite staff person + this owner is much more interested in we (her clientele). The 3rd, is smaller with only 1 staff person, the owner & I share so many common interests, etc. that I wish I was more into more of her fabric -- I buy some from her; but not really into all of it. Then 3 I go to on occasion -- just to see what's different. I guess I'm lucky in a way to have these shops within a reasonable driving distance. There is 1 other shop within driving distance -- 35 miles -- I just don't wish to find it since it's within Pittsburgh, PA & I really hate trying to nagivate the Pittsuburgh streets. I limit my trips; BUT do enjoy visiting some of the shops. Seems prices everywhere are increasing -- including food -- the cheapest place I can shop I found out cost much more today. $100.00 doesn't buy anything is used too just about 3 years ago -- seems like now you need almost $300.00
Linda