Crashnquilt doesn't say where she's from so I don't know her Joann's location. Guess I'm blessed, having two knowledgeable Joanns near me, here in Nashua, NH. Perhaps they know their stuff because it's a nice mix of older and younger staff. I can honestly say that they've been able to direct me to the correct spot everytime I've looked for something, even after a (dreaded) store reorganization.
Unfortunately, three quilt shops closest to me have all closed in the past two years. One has gone completely on-line, one only vends at quilt shows, and the last is gone. This is a trend that is disturbing. I like to "feel" the fabric and, really know what color I'm getting.
Anyone else see this trend in their area; i.e., quilt shops closing?