I've checked Hobby Lobby for fabric, but thought it was too expensive. Never thought about their clearance area - will have to check it out.
Also, My WalMart has clearance on fabric strips and they are stored/hiding under the cutting table so I will have to keep checking those too. I have a quilting rack from my sister, but have never had room enough to set it up. This may inspire me - thanks! And Congrats on the great find.