MTS

Fair enough.

I can't really recommend any specific sellers because I don't shop that way. I'm always looking for something, and then I'll mosey around that seller's listings. So I've had good transactions with scores of sellers, but no "personal" relationship so that I can even remember the seller's name without first looking at my feedback. ;-)

I think you're pretty safe when buying new fabrics. Most of those sellers are pretty professional, and are running real businesses. It's not someone just trying to destash. So the quality of their offerings is known. If they're selling Moda's latest boring floral collection, you know what you're getting.

The place where you have to be careful, but can often score fabulous deals, is when individual sellers are de-stashing.

Just like here on the board, in some cases the quality of this fabric is less certain. Another person's LQS might be Joann's. Often when they don't list the manufacturer, that could be a sign.

Also, the smoke and pet hair issue - that is a statement you want to see in EVERY listing. And if they don't have it, ask why not. And while I would never buy from them, I appreciate the sellers that do put in they smoke or have pets. No mysteries.

I still shudder when I remember some yardage I bought, wow, over 10 years ago - I almost passed out when I opened the package. The room immediately smelled like it was a crowded bar at 2AM. It was gross. But since the listing didn't say NO SMOKING, that one was on me.

Live and learn. And always compare prices. The eBay sellers aren't always cheaper than other online shops. Or they might not have all the fabrics in a collection.

And if you're part of the whole AmyBulter/DenyseSchmidt/April & Mary whatever-their-names-are fan base, you might want to head over to [url]http://www.etsy.com/[url]. They have beautiful listings of these fabrics - yardage and packs as well.

Happy shopping!