Originally Posted by gzuslivz
Fat quarters normally run $2.50 to $3 each around here. Our lqs has Friday Frolic and some fqs are $1 each. The problem is, if they aren't what you are looking for, the sale really doesn't help. JoAnn's fqs are priced less, but most of the fabric isn't very nice (larger weave, rougher texture, etc). I would not pay $6 for a fq unless I only had one block to finish a huge quilt and couldn't find the fabric anywhere.
I usually pay from $2.50 to $2.75 for fat quarters. sometimes you will find a quilt store that will cut fat quarters from yardage you like. It doesn't hurt to ask. I am with you on Joann's fabric, some of it is okay but some isn't great quality.