I've been to a couple of national quilt shows and a few local and have enjoyed all of them. I like to see the new tools and techniques and fabrics the vendors have and I usually take at least one class. The quilt display is like going to a fine art show: I don't aspire to this level myself, but I recognize and enjoy the color combinations, designs, and patterns of the quilts. I'm facinated that anyone could have such talent and skill. I agree with some of the others: we have quite a quilt show here every day and this is where I really learn and feel inspired.