Isn't it better to be honest about these things? Seriously most of this stuff is nothing new that has been creaping up for a period of time. I suppose I feel bad for the next person going through there, thinking they are getting a "great" rate. Me I'll be looking for better sales, even if it means not shopping there again. I know that's the sad way of things and I do love to support the little guy, but when it's between not being able to quilt at all or shopping around...
After all everyone is feeling it, my husband hasn't worked for in the profession he has 20+ years experience in for nearly two years, because there is no work. :(