I shop for fabric on eBay, but usually only for specific pattern I'm looking for, or a whole bunch of FQs in a line. And I refuse to pay as much (including shipping costs) as if I went to LQS, so if that's the case, then I just drive across town!! Some of our LQSs will order special. I haven't done that, but I know they will. I have gotten some GREAT deals on eBay, but you really have to spend time and only buy what you LOVE!!! You do have to watch out for the shipping costs...sometimes they add in extra for their time, etc. I don't do those.