ncsewer

I was thinking that and you beat me to it!

quiltmom04

If you're looking for online fabric, I like Keepsake Quilting, Hancock's of Paducah ( which is different than a Hancocks fabric chain store), Virginia Quilter, and The Old Country Store ( in Intercourse, PA, which if you're not from around here is a really peculiarly named town!) if you google any of these, you'll get their websites. Have your credit card ready!

craftycancer

When I first started out I purchased my fabric from Walmart; I did not want to buy anything too expensive, they have a pretty nice selection.

Teeler

There are also many quilt blogs (google that) whose owners also have a shop, or if they don't, they usually link to their favorite shops at their sites. Blogs are a TERRIFIC way to get new ideas, tips & techniques.

jamsbuying

A hint for online ordering - if you want six yards (continuous) fabric make sure that is what they will send you, otherwise you may get six yards with a seam in it. I will not name names, but it was an online company mentioned in this thread. Speaking from experience. . .

nygal

I like www.connectingthreads.com

helenquilt

Buying fabric at any discount store may be good unless you have a quilting problem then where do you go with you questions. At the LQS you can go back with questions and get the right answers. Only said this because you said you were a beginner.

tessagin

No matter where you go you have to check the feel of the fabric. I went to Goodwill the other day and picked up a ladies size 4xl cotton shirt for $1.00 best purchase by far. Had long sleeves with French cuffs and dog-eared collar. The shirt was very full with pleats. Also a men's 3xl with long sleeves and pockets (50cents). Maternity cotton blouse in a large size with pockets and big collar ($1.00). Size 16 seer-sucker dress with a full skirt ($1.50). If there are any stains in any of the pieces I didn't see them. I got a lot of yardage for the price of a yard of some material in some of the stores. Cuffs and collars render nice strips and scraps. I also got a nice surprise when I purchased the blouse with the French cuffs. It had a pocket a long the sides and lo and behold a little pouch with the cuff links. the clerks missed them and so did I till I heard them clink when I threw the shirt into the laundry. So many places to check for good buys.

berryberry

I will suggest your local quilt store. To me buying fabric at my local store is like buying fresh strawberries. You can buy strawberries in December and they are good. You can buy them at your farmer's market, fresh picked, in season and they are the sweetest. It's not just the kind of fabric or the selection at your local shop, it's the whole sensory experience. Call it color therapy. I also like the idea of shopping at a locally owned small business.

I've ordered some from connecting threads, but I miss my fix. When I need a fix, off to the local quilt store.

Tudey

WalMart actually has some nice stuff. When I was first getting started, I loaded up on fat quarters (I still love them!) and I rummaged through remnant bins at JoAnns and WalMart.