Hate to admit this, but most of my shopping is done through EBay. I so seldom get out by myself to shop, and hubby doesn't care for fabric shopping. On rare occasions I get out with one of my girls, then I'll get to stop at a fabric shop.
Mostly I have been very pleased, prices are good, even with shipping it's usually cheaper than buying gas for the car.
Check their feedback and read their description carefully. If your instinct tells you to run, do so.