I have been very lucky at quilt stores. I have JoAnn fabrics close by which I do shop at, especially with discount coupons for notions, etc. But when choosing fabrics for special projects, I like to go to better fabric stores and see what is out there, the collections are endless. I travel far and wide - so far everyone has treated me nicely and taken the time to help me find fabrics to match, etc. no matter how much I purchase. There are times I would not want to wait on me, with all my questions and multiple bolts to cut, etc. I think if I were treated badly, I would not return and I would share the information with friends and family so they would not go there either. If you are nice and have wonderful fabrics I will spread the word to anyone that cares to listen.