Originally Posted by
Jan in VA
Fifteen years ago we went through the same wonder and worry about quilting declining.
Then more and more big shows were opened, fabulous new sewing machines hit the market, many new fabric manufacturers bloomed - including a push with organic fabrics and dyes, thread choices climbed to an all-time high, and a new style wave arrived - called Modern Quilts.
We are in this for along time, I predict.
Those whose eyes glaze over at the mention of sewing/quilting are totally unaware of this multi-BILLION dollar industry.....just as I virtually am about camping/fishing/mountain climbing/Nascar and who knows what else that many men and lots of women enjoy. Passionately.
Isn't it a wonderful place to be!
Jan in VA
I agree here completely. I didn't understand the appeal of quilting for all those years when it was so popular in the 70s and 80s. Not until I tried it a few years ago.
I don't think it is going anywhere. Have you (OP) checked out the quilting blogs? It seems like there are more under 50 bloggers than over 50 bloggers and lots and lots of them in their 20s and 30s. If those trends continue, I think the industry is okay.