I live in Southern California. We have so many quilt shops. Unfortunately, we also have high gas prices. Many quilt shops are more than just a short drive away. I know of one that closed its doors recently.
Since my income was reduced by my employer by 18 percent, I don't shop anywhere like I used to.
I generally try to buy at Road to California and the Long Beach Quilt Show. I also live by several WalMarts and a JoAnn's although I prefer the fabric at local quilt shops. However, economics are economics.