do you think people are buying online just because it's easier than getting dressed, getting out, warming the car, driving over, etc.? i know that sometimes i do. unfortunately, that also sends LQS into a tailspin. add to that the fact that you get to see so much more than you do at any nearby store. i wish all my old LQS's were still here, but how could they possibly compete? also the online stores reach so many sewers that they buy in much larger quantities, and can pass along those savings plus sale prices. LQS's really can't compete anymore. so sad.