We had Fabricland. Mill End Fabrics. Calico Corners. Two Sisters. My friend worked at Calico Corners but I didn’t quilt then! She also took me to see a long arm in action. I was so bored. Wish I could go back!!!! Joann’s used to be called something different??? We had The Merc, Penney’s, The Bazaar that all sold patterns and fabric. The Merc had that funny little machine that you rolled the fabric through to measure and then ripped it! You also carried bolt up to check out, they cut it and checked you out. Same line for cut and pay and even if you were buying shirt or shoes! One line did it all!!! Now you stand in one line to cut and another line to pay. (Joann’s). One of my LQS has their last day this Saturday. They had a fire and lost the building, which was also their home. Rebuilding the home but insurance won’t cover the shop any more. They decided to retire and spend time with the grandkids. Heartbreaking!