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10-25-2011, 03:38 PM

#11

knlsmith

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RIP the LQS. :(

10-25-2011, 03:40 PM

#12

star619

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Maybe y'all could post a notice & a sign-up sheet to form a quilting group - maybe even name it after the shop - & start looking for a place to meet. We used to meet in the Hospitality Room at the library, or at the parish hall of one of the local churches. Wouldn't that be a great legacy for all those years of hard work & the quilters could stay in touch with each other. Now, if y'all could just find something to talk about... :thumbup:

10-25-2011, 03:41 PM

#13

craftybear

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that is so sad, maybe you can organize a sewing group in your area to meet at a local library to sew and have fun with other crafters

10-25-2011, 04:02 PM

#14

fayzer

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Jackie Spencer

I was just told today that our LQS is shutting its doors on Nov. 26th, after being in business 40 years! I have taught classes there and made so many friends. I just can't believe it. She is still going to have an on-line business. But our gathering place will be gone. The nearest QS is an hour away. This is a sad day for me and many many others.

I know what you mean. Our LQS closed and went to an online business. Now he charges me $10.95 Priority mail even though we are 5 minutes apart. It is ridiculous. He won't even let me pick up the package. I can order from other places for less.

10-25-2011, 04:38 PM

#15

Jackie Spencer

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Quote:

Originally Posted by quiltinggirl

It is always sad news to hear about LQS closings. :( I received in email from Craft Town Fabrics that they where shutting down the actual store but that they would keep the online ordering going. Something tells me things will get worse before we see the "better"!!

Craft Town is the shop I am speaking of. A special place with over 7000 bolts of fabric, and a large classroom down stairs. After 40 years it is a land mark. It will be missed.

10-25-2011, 04:41 PM

#16

rusty quilter

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I am sorry for your troubles...

10-25-2011, 04:45 PM

#17

Grace MooreLinker

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Originally Posted by knlsmith

RIP the LQS. :(

DITTO

10-25-2011, 04:47 PM

#18

crafty_linda_b

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Jackie is there a church or a senior center near you that you could use a room at to meet and sew? Always sad to see a business close..crafty_linda_b

10-25-2011, 04:52 PM

#19

Judith1005

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yes, a very sad day when a quilt store closes. :( there is so much sharing and bonding that goes on inside a place of business. online, is just not the same.