I so much understand your experience. Those LQS ARE another world. So glad you had a wonderful experience. I still use the "other" fabrics for all kinds of things, but do appreciate the better quality fabrics for special projects. It would be nice to be able to use only the LQS fabrics, but budget will not allow. So, I am content to use the best I can afford and realize that I can do so much more for others IF I use what I can afford and give it with grateful heart. There are so many who can not afford even the chain store fabrics. I am blessed.
Do post pics of your fabrics and your projects.
Happy quilting!