I am not surprised about the price increase. Since the fabrics are transported by cargo ships, off-loaded at ports around the world and then taken to distribution warehouses so employees can fill orders for the LQS as well as online vendors. But before they fill the orders, the fabric reps drive multiple states to market the new lines. The cost of transportation is expensive. These companies are family owned businesses (FOB). Jaftex is a fifth-generation FOB, Hoffman started in the 20s and Kaufman in the 40s. Other known companies have a history as well similar to theirs. Think Mr. B of Benartex. One fabric company closed their doors in 2017, Kona Bay Fabrics. These companies provide us with beautifully designed fabrics (some designers are $$$$) and the websites give us a lot of free information. I don't like the increase but I understand the cost of doing business. I too am picky like OneByOne of who gets my spendable income. Happy sewing of the stash!