Samples, samples, samples. Make as many things as you can now so you will be ready when the store opens. People buy from what is on display. Now is the time for you to get some made for opening and beyond. Change them often even if you have to pay someone to make them. Have lots of money, bolts are expensive and going up. If nothing is around you go with Moda first. Have a BOM ready to go. Any pre wok will help. When you start to open you won't have time to tweek things so do as much as you can right now. Have a few craft items for gifts to help fill, like kleenex covers, jewelry bags for trips, lots of charm and Jellies BUT have examples made up. Figure customers will use their 40% off coupons at JoAnns so skimp on those opting for the fabric , patterns and books she does NOT carry. Books they buy there too so be careful. Samples made from books helps you. Good luck