Call for Presenters
Take Center Stage at 

FabShop's Virtual Schoolhouse
 Monday, February 8, 2027 

Connect. Showcase. Sell.

Put your products directly in front of independent quilt & fabric shopowners—live and on replay.

The Fabric Shop Network is excited to invite pattern designers, publishers, manufacturers, and industry suppliers to present at the next edition of FabShop’s Virtual Schoolhouse—a high-energy, one-day virtual event designed to help shopowners discover what’s next.

Presentation slots are limited and fill quickly.

Why present to independent quilt shop owners?

✔ Live access to decision-makers at independent quilt & fabric shops
✔ Guaranteed visibility with a single-track schedule—no competing sessions
✔ Hands-on product exposure with samples delivered to shops in advance
✔ Extended reach through session replays sent to all registered attendees
✔ Built-in lead generation via post-event attendee survey opt-ins
✔ Full FabShop staff support before, during, and after the event

This is your opportunity to educate, inspire, and convert—all in just 20 minutes.

About FabShop's Virtual Schoolhouse

Virtual Schoolhouse is a one-day live Zoom event where shopowners spend the day discovering new products, tools, patterns, and programs they can confidently bring into their stores.

As a presenter, you’ll deliver a 20-minute live presentation from your office, studio, or workspace—sharing product demos, launches, merchandising ideas, or teaching opportunities directly with an engaged retail audience.

Who should present?

Virtual Schoolhouse is ideal for:

• Fabric manufacturers
• Pattern designers
• Quilt designers
• Notions companies
• Publishers
• Software providers
• Wholesale suppliers
• Industry service providers

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What Previous Presenters Say

"Presenting at Schoolhouse was such a positive experience. FabShop was organized, supportive, and wonderful to work with from start to finish, and the shopowners in attendance were engaged, kind, and encouraging—both at the event and in the follow-up emails afterward. I’m so grateful for the connections made and would highly recommend this opportunity to others looking to connect with shopowners in a meaningful way."
– Staci Wendland (Crafty Staci & Staci W Quilts)

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Presenter Packages & Pricing

All Presenter options include:

• FabShop staff support before, during, and after the event
• Live session moderation and timekeeping
• Recorded sessions with replay access sent to registered shops
• Post-event attendee survey with opt-in contact information for follow-up

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Limited Presenter Opportunities

Presentation slots are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

Virtual Schoolhouse Presenter - $199

Your foundation package to connect directly with shopowners.
Includes:

• 20-Minute Live Zoom Presentation
  Presented during Virtual Schoolhouse on Monday, February 8, 2027
  Sessions assigned on a first-come, first-served basis
• 125 Product Samples in the FabShop School Bag
  Sent to the first 125 registered shops before the event—so attendees come to your session already familiar with your product
• Digital Handouts for All Attendees
  Your call-to-action sale sheet and/or supporting materials included in the Schoolhouse Digital Handout bundle
• Before the Bell: Meet the Presenters
  Join a casual pre-event introduction session at 8am Pacific, giving shopowners a preview of what they’ll see during the day

Virtual Schoolhouse Presenter + October Product Spotlight eBlast - $350

Amplify your reach beyond the event.
Includes everything in Option 1, plus:

• Dedicated eBlast Product Spotlight in March
  Featuring your brand and products, sent to 5,000+ independent shops

Presenter + eBlast + Video Message to FabShop Members - $499

Extend your presence even further with social-ready content.
Includes everything in Option 2, plus:

• Video Message Shared in the FabShop Forum (Private Facebook Group)
  A short video you provide—ideal as:
• A social-media-ready clip shops can share
• A personal message to FabShop members
• A product overview or launch highlight

Important Dates

• Presenter Confirmation Deadline: Friday, December 18, 2026
• Materials Deadline (Samples & Digital Files): Friday, January 8, 2027

Ready to Take Center Stage?

Reserve your Virtual Schoolhouse Presenter spot today!

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The Fabric Shop Network, Inc is a trade organization for independent fabric and quilt retailers. As an organization, we provide comprehensive resources and services to help educate, connect, and support our members worldwide. For more information contact info@fabshopnet.com or call us at (360) 666-2392. 

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The Fine Print:

* The presentation registration fee is non-refundable.

** Please note that your live session will be recorded. By presenting the live virtual event, you are consenting to the recording and further distribution of the recording by FSN.