I haven't found any terrific fabric buys much inside the quilt shows I've attended (so far) but shopping in the area's fabric/quilt shops seems to be where you find the real bargains. I've found good deals on thread and patterns. I am pretty set for tools but it doesn't hurt to look! If you are interested in getting on mailing lists for things, take premade address labels for yourself. That saves a lot of time. You can make these yourself or use those that come in charity solicitations in the mail.