I haven't notice the trend. But I don't shop Walmart or local stores for magazines. I usually by magazines through the mail. Where I shop PX military, has a large selection of magazines. I have backed down to 2 magazines. I've noticed the same pattern but in different fabric over the years. Plus many of the patterns now need to have a special ruler. So when the order is done, I will not buy anymore. I have a book shelf full of old magazines. Which I love to go through.