Sticker shock
02-07-2011, 10:01 PM
#21
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Originally Posted by LovinMySoldier
The last 3 fabrics that I bought at Joanns within about a month have all been price marked at one price. And then when they cut it and give me my ticket the price was been between 2-4 dollars more than what the bolt says. I caught it the first time luckily and so I have been checking now to make sure I do indeed get the marked price. They are increasing their prices. :(
02-08-2011, 02:33 AM
#23
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Noticed same thing at least a yr ago.My LQS has raised prices, but no ways near the amount Joanns has.I have most quilting notions, so that's good & now I'll shop sales only at the LQS.
Heck yes! MEEEE TOOOOO
Originally Posted by raedar63
Originally Posted by Izaquilter
For that price I will buy quilt shop fabric :O(
02-08-2011, 03:59 AM
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Originally Posted by sueisallaboutquilts
Originally Posted by rexie
I don't understand how they can "reprice" the fabric they already have in stock. It has already been paid for at a lower price. It seems to me that the price should only go up on newly ordered fabric.
02-08-2011, 04:06 AM
#26
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I call it "what the market will bear" :) as long as we pay their prices, that's how you make stockholders happy.
Its called capitalism ladies and gentlemen. It happens everywhere all of the time. Not fun, but there you have it.[/quote]
Its called capitalism ladies and gentlemen. It happens everywhere all of the time. Not fun, but there you have it.[/quote]
02-08-2011, 04:08 AM
#27
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Originally Posted by JEM65
I have found the prices have been rising for the last 6 months at my JoAnns here in Atlanta. I even bought some fabric and went back to get more later in the week and they had literally stickered over the price and raised it by $3.00 per yard! They have also been running big half pages ads in their flyers showcasing their Keepsake Calicos as if they are on sale but they are not discounted at all - just regular price. I am finding better sales at my local quilt shops!
02-08-2011, 05:38 AM
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i visited hobby lobby over the weekend and found the same thing...the fabrics i expected to be in the $7 range were all $9-$10 a yard...i was surprised and dismayed....did not buy any of them. visited Ben Franklin Crafts and they still have plenty to choose from with lower prices, although the new fabrics were higher. good thing i have a decent stash and the availability of the computer to on-line shop...can always find a good sale.
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