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04-05-2011, 06:03 AM

#51

mhansen6

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Not yet. I know some are hurting though.

04-05-2011, 06:33 AM

#52

jaciqltznok

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we have NO close quilt shop already and the one that is about 30 miles from here, who knows..she is sooooo expensive already I do not bother going there...easier to shop online!

04-05-2011, 07:45 AM

#53

libthekwltr

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Location: SC coast

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Sadly, in the Charlotte, NC area two are in the process of closing -- Sew Much Fun in Concord and Quilting Nook in Waxhaw. So sad...

04-05-2011, 07:51 AM

#54

quiltgran2

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Yes, three have closed down in the last few years.

04-05-2011, 08:01 AM

#55

davis2se

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Location: Lincoln. MI

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I just went to one yesterday in Parrish, FL that is closing the end of this month. Her rent has apparently been increased to 78k a year !!!! Hate to see it close, even though I spent $199 and walked out with 17.5 yards of mostly batik fabric, a great monogramming software program (had been looking at one for over $400 - got this one for less than $60), 2 patterns and 2 books . Sadly, we can often get great bargains as a result of others misfortunes.

04-05-2011, 08:07 AM

#56

G'ma Kay

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We have a new one in Quincy, Illinois. It's at State and 8th. I haven't been in there yet, but am planning to go on my next day off.

04-05-2011, 08:15 AM

#57

shopaholic97

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Yes, my LQS announced last week that they will be closing after 7 years.

04-05-2011, 09:24 AM

#58

the casual quilter

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Yes. We've lost two really good ones in the last year in the Denver area. Tomorrow's Heirlooms (closed then reopened with new owners) and The Great American Quilt Factory.

04-05-2011, 10:24 AM

#59

Nolee

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Location: Chili, New York (Rochester)

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They are thriving here!

04-05-2011, 10:48 AM

#60

JoanneS

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Location: AZ and CT

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Antdebby1

Unfortunately, yes. A lovely store that has been in business for 10 years is closing in western CT. I have only been there a few times because for me, it's difficult to get to. I feel sorry for the store owner. :cry: :cry: :cry:

Oh dear - not another one! And I'm returning to W CT on Sat. Which one?