Purchasing Do's and Don'ts for Quilt Shop Owners
Purchasing Do's and Don'ts for Quilt Shop Owners with Sharon Stoffel
Successful purchasing is about much more than selecting beautiful fabrics and products—it's about making smart buying decisions that strengthen your business, improve vendor relationships, and maximize profitability.
In this practical webinar, Sharon Stoffel shares proven purchasing strategies gathered from years of experience in the quilting industry. From selecting the right vendors and deciding whether to buy direct or through distributors to managing orders, shipping, cancellations, and working effectively with sales representatives, you'll gain valuable insights that can help you buy with greater confidence.
Whether you're a new shop owner building your inventory or an experienced buyer looking to refine your purchasing process, this session is filled with practical tips you can apply immediately.
What You'll Learn:
- How to evaluate and choose the right vendors for your shop
- The advantages of buying direct versus working with distributors
- Tips for building strong, long-term relationships with vendors and sales representatives
- Best practices for placing orders and avoiding common purchasing mistakes
- How to handle cancellations, shipping issues, and other buying challenges
- Strategies for making purchasing decisions that support long-term profitability
You'll leave with a clearer understanding of the purchasing process and practical techniques to help you make informed buying decisions that benefit both your customers and your bottom line.
