I used to think Hancocks of Paducah was expensive until I started shopping their web sales. I have gotten drop dead gorgeous name brand fabrics for a fraction of the cost (we are talking CT prices here $5. per yard and less!). They quickly turned into my go to web place to shop. They are fabulous to do business with and with your order they send you a catalog with pages and pages and pages of droolworthy fabric.
CT is great when books and batting go on sale. I also like thousands of bolts.