Why go to a quilt store???
#72
Originally Posted by LoriEl
I have shopped at all three. I do try to support my LQS because the fabric is usually a better quality. Mostly I like their expertise. They are always willing to help pick out fabrics, help with quilty problems, suggest patterns or projects. I stop in sometimes just to chat.
#73
In my area, the quilt stores have far superior fabric compared to Wallmart or Joanns. But because of the cost of fabric in the LQS I usually end up with Joann's stuff.
Originally Posted by stephaniequeen
I have been to several quilt stores and the fabric is usually pricey. So with that in mind, why go to a quilt store when you can go to JoAnns or Walmart??
#74
Super Member
Join Date: Aug 2010
Posts: 2,213
Originally Posted by bamamama
Just another note at the JoAnns here I asked where the quilt batting was and the clerk did not even know what quilt batting was. I've never had a good experience there.
#78
Senior Member
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Springfield, Illinois
Posts: 645
I shop small business as often as I can afford it. It's also calming and therapeutic for me to be in a fabric store or library. Mostly because Marny and Gretchen always remember my name and are so encouraging. They love their craft and that enthusiasm is reflected in their shop.
#79
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Ocala, FL
Posts: 194
All of the reasons previously quoted, plus my LQS also is a dealer for Bernina so I bought a second machine there, get it serviced there, get extra feet there, get classes there to better use my machine, etc. If it wasn't there I don't know where I could go for service. Definitely wouldn't take it to Joann's. Tried that once with scissors and had them ruined.
#80
Originally Posted by stephaniequeen
I have been to several quilt stores and the fabric is usually pricey. So with that in mind, why go to a quilt store when you can go to JoAnns or Walmart??
Just because I am practical and buy my clothes at the discount store doesn't mean that I don't love to browse in the boutiques for the same reasons above.
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