Membership

Membership

Members of the FabShop Net Retailers’ Association present a unified voice for independent fabric and quilt shops within the industry! Use the Association’s combined buying power and services to contribute to your bottom line by saving you money!

Whether you’re a new shopowner starting out or a seasoned veteran, the programs and benefits will help your business grow, boost sales, and improve your bottom line.

Online Marketing

fabshophop.com

The FabShop Hop is a game-changer for our shop! Not only does it bring a steady stream of online shoppers, it also inspires quilters to visit our store in person, creating a vibrant community of fabric lovers both in-store and online. —Linda Mason,Kruusn Quilt Shop & Retreat Center Download our FabShop Hop Registration Information Here…

Current Issue

FabShop News Magazine

Check out the latest Issue of FabShop News trade magazine. These are a few articles from the most recent issue: How Perception and Presentation Influence Buying Decisions, Creative Events That Bring Customers Into Your Shop, The Customer Base is Changing is Your Store Keeping Up, What Your Customers Are ‘Telling’ Google, Plus More!

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Learn

Keep Inventory Turning and Cash Flowing

Join us for Keep Inventory Turning and Cash Flowing with Steve Butler, and discover how smarter inventory management can help you free up cash, improve sales, increase profitability, and put your business in a stronger position for growth.
In this practical, no-fluff session, award-winning educator and virtual teaching specialist Lyric Montgomery Kinard walks you through exactly what makes a promotional video effective and how to create one without dreading the process.

You’ll leave with:

A clear formula for videos that actually connect with customers
Practical tips for feeling more natural and confident on camera
Simple setups and workflows that fit into your already-busy day
Honest equipment recommendations for every budget and comfort level
Great for beginners and those that want to level up. This session meets you where you are.

Plus, join Lyric for a follow up Q&A session on Friday, July 17th.

On-Demand Webinars

Open-to-Buy Basics by Laurie Harsh

Learn four steps to creating a simple, effective OTB plan. Each can be accomplished with a point-of-sale system, on a computer using a spreadsheet program, or by using a pencil, paper, and a calculator.

Plus receive an example of the OTB spreadsheet that can be customized for your shop!

BizNotes

July 2026 Shipping Updates

We know shipping costs and delivery expectations directly impact your day-to-day operations. To help you stay informed and prepared, we’re sharing the latest UPS and USPS rate and service updates, along with key highlights to keep on your radar as you plan ahead.

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Events

FabShop’s Virtual One-Day Schoolhouse

The FabShop Virtual Schoolhouse is the perfect opportunity for you and your key employees to learn about the latest & greatest tools, techniques, pattern lines, fabric collections, and more – all in one jam-packed day!

Shop Local

Local Quilt Shop Day

Local Quilt Shop Day is Saturday, January 23, 2027 – Go to fabshopstore.com to register your shop today! Registration Includes: participating shop logos (both print & web), marketing materials, and a shop listing on fabricshoppersunite.com.

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Back Issues

Back Issues of FabShop News Magazine

FabShop News Back Issues

Complete Your Set Today! Order back issues while supply lasts. By Year Group – $50 including S&H. Individual back issues are available for $7 each, Issue #38 and older; $10 each beginning with issue #39. WA residents add 8.7% sales tax. Ordering is easy, simply call us at (360) 666-2392. Use Visa or MasterCard. Click…

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FabShop News August 2026, Issue 173

FabShop News Advertisers – Issue 173

Current Advertisers August 2026 Edition – Issue 173 – A big thank you to all our advertisers! Interested in advertising in FabShop News trade magazine? Contact us today!

Media Kit

Print & Digital Opportunities

Advertise in FabShop News! FabShop News is the premier trade publication for fabric and quilt retailers. Now in our twenty-seventh year of publication, we offer print and digital targeted advertising opportunities that reach independent fabric and quilt retailers. For questions or more information please contact Julia Harsh at julia.harsh@fabshopnet.com or call 360.666.2392. 2027 Schedule Please…

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