Reminds me of Margie's, a fabric store of remnants and ends I used to visit years ago (no longer in existence). Fabric stacked higher than your head, narrow aisles, one cutting table, and the fabric dye made my eyes burn if I stayed too long!
Obie's is fascinating but looks like a liability nightmare. I assume the owner knows what she's doing, though, and her customers aren't inclined to sue if something falls on them!