Originally Posted by
dunster
All of the above are factors, but one thing I always remember about a shop is the display quilts. I love to see quilts that are different in design. And I hate to see unquilted tops on display. Come on, get it quilted!
I visited a new (to me) shop in Buckhannon, WV on Saturday and it is
everything a shop should be. Wonderful quilts on display, both hand and machine quilted---patterns and methods I've never seen before. Smiling agreement when I explained I shouldn't add to my stash. Shown an unfinished top, my opinion on how to quilt it was asked. Wow. I did purchase a printed panel for foundation piecing (to use with stash, of course) and left with warm and friendly invitations to return. AND private off-street parking.
The experience was like being initiated into a cozy quilting circle. There are nice shops within 1/2 to 2 hours driving time but this one JMHO takes the prize.