When I started quilting almost 50 years ago, the fabric was 36 inches wide and some of it has faded through the years. There were also more chemicals in the fabric years ago. As long as the thread count seems to be very good and the fabric doesn't feel too thin, where fabric is purchased isn't that important. Just once in a while do try to purchase something from the LQS. With the wholesale prices going up and up, the LQS are having a difficult time. And NO I am not affliated with any LQS.