I would take my list of needed fabrics and swatches with me to check on finding those first. Then I would look at the trending fabrics of that area. I always enjoy seeing what is being made in another city/state. Then, say maybe a favorite class pattern or ruler that is being offered? I might not get to take the class, but, often they will sell you all of the materials to make it at home.
I just bought the numbered flower head pins that I had to get from out of town and the spicy spiral pattern. I checked at all of the stores around here and they didn't carry it. So, you see what I mean? Not all places have the same patterns and projects. It is fun and sometimes rewarding to get something everyone else doesn't have.
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