2 weeks ago I went to a quit show (with my 5 yr old DGD who borrowed my phone and took a photo of every single quilt because she couldn't decide which she liked best), Very few vendors, but we bought fabric, a tool, a pattern, and a stain glass angel ornament to hang in her window. We bought raffle tickets and had a great time (she is still dreaming she may win that quilt)

same here, vendors were selling purses, jewelry and other "stuff""

I registered for a few classes at MQX next week in Manchester, NH. (Machine Quilters Expo) There are a lot of vendors listed in the MQX program so I hope they have a good turnout. I know it's a lot of work to pack up and schlep all of your tools and fabrics plus the time that goes into setting up the booth.

I work part time at an LQS. The owner has vendored at a few area shows, but quit doing it. Too much work for too little profit. Personally, I go to quilt shows only for the quilts, not the vendors. I prefer the small shows that don't have vendors at all.

A shop owner told me just the space at shows cost $2,500. That's a lot of money for the space. Then factor in the other costs: transportation, food, lodging, insurance, etc. So this shop owner has found a creative way to get people into her shop which is very smart way to deal with the changing situation.

So glad I didn't go. The one in Pittsburgh wasn't that good last year. Like to look at quilts but used to be fun picking

up a new project and some extra fabric. And there was not a lot to choose from. That is a shame it costs them so

much. I really enjoyed the shows years ago.

i am here to tell you if you go to Paducha the show has always been good and then there is handcocks,and all the other stuff around town worth the trip

Why does the cost of the space (ex. $2500.00) have to be so high for vendors? I would imagine the vendors have their own liability insurance.......seems the one making $$$$ is the facility........

While I haven't been to the Chicago show in a few years, I remember the vendor mall being spectacular! Have fun and let us know :)

Or the organizer...