I totally understand where you are coming from! Joann's and Hancock were driven out of my town when Walmart went in. Now I have to drive about 15-20 minutes to just get to a fabric store. I too have purchased fabric for last minute costumes, plays, etc. I have also ran to Walmart for fabric for a quick tablecloth, back drop, etc. for a church/school function. I really miss that $1 a yard fabric!!! It seems that Walmart is not the "people's store" anymore. Since Sam died, I believe his dream went with him!