Quilt Shops Closing
#73
One shop closed here recently, but it was really more a sewing store than a quilt shop. We weren't surprised, it had problems from the start, didn't really offer much for quilters ... plus 3 much better LQS nearby
#74
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Location: Morganton, Ga
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One of my fave shops closed a couple of years ago, it broke my heart. They had a wonderful selection of styles and colors not to mention a line of very good machines. I think the root of the problem was the landlord doubled the rent which forced the shop to relocate to one which wasn't as good as the original one. Factor into the problem, illness in the family, having to work "8" days a week, and needing to keep their other job for the med insurance. I used to go in there to see quilting friends, and get my creative juices going. Am still mourning the loss.
#76
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Location: Orchard Park, NY (near Buffalo, which is near Niagara Falls)
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Our sales rep says this will be a very difficult year for small shops. Her (inside) view - and her territory covers several states - is that it is difficult for them to afford to stock a wide enough variety to entice customers to come in. That's sad, because we love to cheer for "the little guy"... and in this case, the little guy is at a distinct disadvantage.
I think this year is going weed out anyone who has not been making wise business decisions.
I think this year is going weed out anyone who has not been making wise business decisions.
#77
Originally Posted by Favorite Fabrics
Our sales rep says this will be a very difficult year for small shops. Her (inside) view - and her territory covers several states - is that it is difficult for them to afford to stock a wide enough variety to entice customers to come in. That's sad, because we love to cheer for "the little guy"... and in this case, the little guy is at a distinct disadvantage.
I think this year is going weed out anyone who has not been making wise business decisions.
I think this year is going weed out anyone who has not been making wise business decisions.
#80
Yep, we had three in our small seaside town in the South West of England three years ago. Now we have none. Why? Lots of quilters here so can only guess that internet has had an effect. But there is nothing like seeing fabric, feeling it and stroking it.
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