All Missouri Shop Hop News

New and Expanded Shop Hop Events in 2026

At the request of stores and shoppers, we’re expanding and reconfiguring several Shop Hops for 2026. We’re adding Arizona-New Mexico and Wisconsin events. Idaho joins Oregon and Washington in the Pacific Northwest. The All Carolinas Shop Hop™ is being split into two new events for 2026. The new Blue Ridge event includes North Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia. Alabama and...
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Magazine Updates & Corrections

Despite our best efforts, occasionally we discover a correction is needed after our magazine goes to print. Additionally, some stores must update their contact or store hours after the Shop Hop begins. Check this list of updates and corrections and also refer to the stores page for up-to-date information.   2025 Magazine Updates Page 6 & 80: The pin for...
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Shop Hop’s Early Kickoff!

BREAKING NEWS!!! The All Missouri Shop Hop typically kicks off September 1st, but this year we are giving stores the option of taking advantage of the Labor Day Weekend to kick off a few days early! What does that mean? Well, If you want to get a few extra days of hopping in, make plans for Friday, August 29th to...
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Rocking Chair Quilts-Changing Things Up

Rocking Chair Quilts has a new owner! Marsha Youngblood purchased the store in July of 2024 and has been busy adding new fabric lines, lots of craft kits, and scheduling several classes each month.  Located on I-49 south of the Kansas City area, it makes a great day trip if you’re not local to the shop. Friendly and knowledgeable staff...
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Double the Space, Double the Inspiration

Quilting Bee Fabrics, in historic Hermann, MO, is a beloved hub for quilting enthusiasts and is thrilled to announce an exciting expansion that has doubled its current square footage. This growth marks a significant milestone for the store, reflecting its commitment to fostering a vibrant quilting community and providing an enhanced experience for its loyal customers. The expanded space features...
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QT Fabrics Awards Design Scholarship

(Coventry, Rhode Island)  QT Fabrics traces its roots to Cranston Print Works, one of the oldest textile manufacturers in the United States. As part of this enduring legacy, Cranston Print Works established a long-standing tradition of supporting the next generation of designers through an annual scholarship to a creative Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) student. Since 1976, Cranston Print...
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Current River Fabrics – Binding Quilters Together!

What started as a couple friends getting together to share quilting ideas, tips and tricks, mentoring, and general support for each other has grown into a group of 20 ladies who meet on a regular basis! Initially convening in a member’s home, the group quickly outgrew the space. Fortunately, Current River Fabrics & Quilting welcomed them in, and as membership...
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Meet In the Beginning Fabrics

Sharon Yenter opened In The Beginning in downtown Seattle, Washington in 1977. Sharon was a talented sewer and often had a hard time finding quality fabrics to use in her projects. Opening her own store seemed to be the perfect answer and was the start of a company that has become a creative force in the quilting/craft industry. Over the...
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Ink & Arrow for QT Fabrics

QT Fabrics, an employee-owned company, has a rich history beginning in 1807. Over 200 years of experience has proven there is no better means for success than adaptation! Ever-changing and reacting to our industry, we listen to feedback from our customers and react accordingly. Our Ink & Arrow Brand, launched in 2015, has been developed and styled for quilting, sewing,...
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Benartex – The Fabric of Creativity

Let’s talk about Benartex! Benartex hails out of New York City, our headquarters are located in the historic Garment District just behind Macy’s flagship store. Design, production, sales, marketing and customer service operate from here. Our warehouse -also known as Elmwood to the Benartex family, is a few miles north in Cranston (RI). It sprawls over 62,180 sq. feet, and...
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