We have a similar situation here. Jo-Anne's is almost strictly
polyester-quiltiing-fleece-crafty products. I went in to look for
some wool to make a tunic and couldn't find anything except some
sleezy poly wool blends. I asked where to find wool in town and was
sent to a local fabric shop. The independent place was Nirvana. It
was chock full of wools and silks and all manner of beautiful
fabrics. Of course, they are extremely expensive, but quite
honestly, I was delighted to pay the price. While I won't shop there
often, but I want to support this little piece of heaven. The owner
was knowlegable and helpful. Although I declare her "Ev-il" when she
pointed out the incredible silk fabric that matched perfectly the
wool I picked out for the tunic and would make a lovely veil. I
bought two yards of it. :D
Other than this place, I make a yearly pilgrimage to Portland, OR to
visit Fabric Depot and Mill End Fabrics.
Althea Turner
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"Ignorant themselves of the forces of nature and wanting to have
company in their ignorance, they don't want people to look into
anything; they want us to believe like peasants and not ask the
reasons behind things."
William of Conches, 12th century
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