Hamel's is one of my favourite places. It's about a little over an hour's drive from me and is awesome both in service and product available. I've been known to order on-line from them and have it delivered and with the cost of postage, it's cheaper than driving out there.
They go out of their way to try and help you - I was looking for Civil War fabric late at night (10pm) and before I knew it ( within 15 minutes), there was a note from them steering me in the right direction.
You must have fabric that's a lot cheaper in your area - I find them in line, if not cheaper with the LQS closer to me (certainly not $7 more).
Good to see the sites for other places to check out - will get a cuppa and have fun looking.