White House: Internet Sales Tax ‘Will Level The Playing Field’

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110. Specialty stores are fewer anymore

I do needlework - the closest store that carries more than the basic supplies is over 40 miles away. Their selection and service is terrible, their hours are a mystery and change by the whim of the owner, so it's not worth the drive there. The other choices are the limited items that JoAnn's, Michal's and Hobby Lobby carry - and they have all been cutting back on their selections and not restocking.

On the other hand, there are numerous online stores that carry wide varieties of threads and fabrics, all the tools needed, and that provide great service. The only major downside is that the screen images of the colors may not be accurate and some of the threads simply do not show their sheen and glitter accurately.

I can order the supplies I need easily, find out immediately if they don't have them in stock and try another online source without spending time and money driving across the state looking for out of stock materials.

I'd happily go to a local store if they fit my needs. Since they do not, I am happy to pay tax and S&H with the added convenience of shopping in my sweats and saving time and gas!