I live in N.C. and we do not have a fabric store in our area. The last one was highly successful as long as she worked with the quilt guild. Our guild is wonderfully active.The different fabric collections was fantastic.Batiks,solids, children fabric, panels and flannel all was great quality.Which made a difference to most people. Classes with the patterns and fabric pre-cut.Also, a lot of blenders. All this and you may ask why did this shop close? Attitude and customer service was only thing everyone said was lacking.Maybe everyone that enters your doors will not buy this time, but maybe the next time you may sell 10 - 12 yards.I am one that needs to look and go home and think about my next quilting project. I do know most time a shop has to order 15 yard bolts and you can tie up alot of money quickly.So maybe take a look at what your local quilt guild is doing. MY best advise is good quality fabric and great service and you will be greatly successful.