I just read this on Jojo's Quilt shop site and it makes sense to me:
We allow Backorders on all Quilt Shoppe Quality Items
We will notify you if any items are on backorder. We will happily re-order any product on our website for you. If the Manufacturer no longer has the product in stock, you will be promptly notified and allowed to exchange product or receive a full refund.
**We will hold your entire order until your item(s) arrive, to save you shipping charges. Please notify us immediately if you would like any currently stocked items to ship (extra shipping charges apply). All backorders generally ship within 2 weeks.
Her web addy is:
http://www.jojosgiftshoppe.com/