Originally Posted by BellaBoo
The closest LQS to me start at 9.99 on the sale fabric, up to $12.99. The owner has started to buy flat folds from Marshall's Dry Goods to have $6 per yard so she can pay her bills.
Keep in mind that it is not just the price of the fabric that the stores have to contend with, but the rent goes up every year whether the store makes money or not, most employees expect raises, electric is up because of this awful heat. It amazes me that as many shops are able to stay in business as do.