I've always wanted to go to a major quilt expo but haven't had the opportunity. I've only gone to small shows, but I've had the same experience at those. And I usually don't buy the magazines either. Just yesterday I went to the local guilds rummage sale and they had 10 magazines for 50 cents. I bought 2 stacks and went through all of them when I got home. There are a couple of things that are interesting but most of it is the same-0 stuff. I miss the days of wanting to make every quilt I see. I have to really struggle to find something that I can't live without. I feel the same way about antiques..... must be getting old.