You really won't find many in LA because in LA city (which is the tiny center portion) is the fabric district. Great deals in small shops but it can be intimidating and a bit scary for outsiders. There is also a smaller fabric district in Long Beach, but it caters more to the bridal and prom folks. There are several great fabric shops heading south in Orange County, a few over the hill in the valley and several specialty shops in ventura county. I believe there are still a few in the inland section of LA County, but most on the westside have not survived. My suggestion is to google fabric shops LA County, Orange County - BUT - call to make sure they are still in business.