Originally Posted by QuiltE

The Border Creek patterns have never required you to use their chosen fabrics ... and I never have!

Their written pattern instructions are well written to help guide you to choosing your fabrics, if you step away from the ones they have used. It really depends on whether you want a "sure thing" or are willing to take some element of risk. Likewise their monthly installments are very detailed, so you do not feel lost.

You could always contact Sherri and explain your unavailability of a participating LQS, although I believe there is no alternate than to connect with an LQS that is. That being said ... if an LQS is willing, they could always mail you the instructions each month.