bear:
For me to get to a fabric store that sells beautiful fabric like Hoffman or Moda I have to hop on a plane and travel from Mendoza Argentina to Miami, which is the closest major US city to me from here. They do not sell good quality cotton here let alone good quality printed cottons. I do all of my ordering online now and it costs a fortune, with shipping and all. So you all don't realize how lucky you are, even if you have to drive a distance at least you can get to a store.