Originally Posted by fixfido
Absolutely, and I think it's so weird. I've been to shops where the employees are almost quilt "snobs" who seem to size you up the minute you walk through the door. I hope these store owners realize that people rarely spend money where they feel unwelcome or unwanted.
My favorite quilt shop in Phoenix is a small shop 3Dudes. They have a small seating area, tea or coffee, and homemade cookies. They really, really make you feel welcome. When I'm in Phoenix I may shop hop, but mostly I buy at their shop.