Inflation hits people a lot harder than a crashing stock or housing market as it directly affects people's cost of living that people immediately feel the impact of. It's not surprising negative market sentiment is so high now. We really need help to survive in this Economy.

I can hear the devastation in your voice. It has to be hard building up a business to only dismantle it. My heart goes to you and your family. Stay strong.

Prices are going up and salaries are not keeping up with inflation. Many seniors who thought they were retired are back at work as well. Don’t feel bad about it… YOU’RE DOING AMAZING! “Adjust your sails Sister” You got this!

I am truly sorry that the times have hurt your business so deeply. You’ve worked so hard and provide such great content to your customers. Please stay strong. Your patterns and books are terrific and you teach beautifully. Wishing you much success as you revamp ❤❤

Hang in there. We all hear you. We are all in the same boat. Praying for you ❤️

So very sorry.😢. Our country is such a mess right now and so many people have been affected. Prayers to you, your family, and staff.

I’m truly sorry Stephanie. I pray that 2024 will bring big changes for the better so all of us can make a comeback.

Going through this right now with our 10 year old family business. It’s heartbreaking and terrifying. I hope it helps to know that you aren’t alone. This has to turn around some day.

My local quilt shop just folded. Times are challenging. I will definitely support your sales, and will continue to buy your patterns and books, and to watch your you tube channel. You are my favorite pattern designer and I love your you tube tutorials. I will be with you on wherever you’d journey takes you. Thank you for your vision, your talent, your creativity and your strength.

From someone who has been in your shoes, you are stronger than you think, and you will find a new path that is fulfilling. It will take time, it will be hard, and you will be OK. When you open up to changes, you will be surprised at what can come your way. You are a talented woman, this is just one chapter in many. ❤

Your patterns and tutorials have been an inspiration to quilters of all skill levels. Thank you! We all wish the best for you and your coworkers as you forge the next path ahead. Stay proud of what you have accomplished and hopefully more creative opportunities will develop in the future.

You’re in my prayers. This is the worst economy ever. We’re barely keeping afloat ourselves.

My heart was breaking for you - times are so tough for everyone. You have done an amazing job.

I quilted one of my first quilts by learning from you about chalk stamping. A good teacher lives on in [her] students. Keep on keepin on, Stephanie. Our hearts are with you

So sorry y’all are having to close. I’m a new quilter, at 74, and all your videos have helped me so much. You’re a wonderful teacher. I will be praying that the Lord will be with you, your family, and all your employees. Times are very hard right now. Blessings to you.❤️🥲✝️🙏

Thank you for being a part of my quilting life Stephanie!❤ I will miss my monthly Stashin shipments! 😢 Just remember....When 1 door closes, another will open!! Hang in there. My best to you, your hubby, & the rest of your team. I will stay tuned!😊❤❤

Don’t feel bad. I think tougher times are coming for all of us. You do what you have to for yourself and your family. The quilting industry is an expensive hobby. The prices of fabric is really high, so just do what you can do. Those of us who can afford to purchase, we will.

One door closes....another opens. Love and prayers, Becca

The inflation issues are really scary for everyone especially small business owners and those of us on social security and disability. I pray for a miracle. So sorry you have to make these decisions and changes.

Thoughts and prayers for you all . When a door closes another one opens.🙏

Oh Stephanie, I am so sorry to hear this. Inflation has hurt so many and the devastation of losing a business is unimaginable. You are an excellent teacher and pattern writer and many of us will continue to follow you. Many prayers for you, your family and staff.

I’ve walked in your shoes, it’s not easy, it’s mentally and physically exhausting and it’s like losing and mourning a well loved child. A million prayers to you and your family.

So sorry to hear this news but totally understand your decision! Thank you for all you and your team have done to help me learn how to be a better sewer and quilter! I will stay tuned for the next chapter and I’m praying for you all!

My heart goes out to you, Stephanie. When I was a teenager, my dad had to close our "mom & pop" grocery store as he was crowded out by the big supermarkets, so I know the pain of what you're going through. I'm retired now, and squeezing those pennies more every week. Fabric prices have gone through the roof, so I imagine this has really impacted your business. I will say that I love your patterns; I have several, and I have your books also. I look forward to staying with you and enjoying your videos. Stay strong!

What a loss for the quilting world. I can honestly say you and your team played the most significant role in getting me into quilting. I will stayed tuned as you transition. I will miss your beautiful fabrics.

Blessings to you. It is a very challenging time. Our basic expenses, water, food, electricity, have skyrocketed. We cut back tremendously and still the dollar doesn’t stretch far enough. I’ll stay tuned. You’ve been a great teacher on this quilting journey 💜🩷💜

It takes a lot to be able to look at the real situation and make hard and obviously painful changes. It’s clear how much responsibility you feel to your team and your family. ❤️

The times are hard for all of us, so we sympathize and support you in this tough decision. Hang in there!

I feel your pain. I just found you! At 82 this is my prime occupation...sewing and making quilts! When I semi retired from office work I worked part time at our local Joanns store. Ladies would bring their quilts in to show us and my boss told me I could do it. A Triple IRish Chain was my first one. Sold it for $500 and I was hooked. I don't make many bed size anymore due to cost. I don't sell them anymore since Etsy went world wide on the market. Keep your chin up and hopefully things will turn around for you soon. Don't give up!!

Truly sad to hear this news. As fabric and shipping prices have been increasing so drastically, I’ve worried that we would start seeing closures happening. Our prayers go with you and your staff. We look forward to seeing where you go from here.

Your videos have been SO helpful to me as I am learning how to quilt after many years of "garment" sewing. Having only been a "lurker" on your channel before, I have now subscribed and will do what I can to support your channel by watching and commenting on your videos. Having "mourned" major changes in my personal career path over the last few year (yay Covid), I sympathize with what you and your team are and will be going through over the next few months, and wish you peace with the hard decisions you are having to make. Thank you for everything, and we look forward to hearing about your new chapter! Blessings to you and your team as you all navigate this transition.

I feel this. I had to close my business that had previously thrived for 12 years. It’s so hard. Hang in there. Things will work out, even if it doesn’t look the way it was before.

I’m so sorry to hear this. I have had to cut many things also. The cost of fabric has risen substantially for everyone also. I’m glad you will be able to continue some of your passion with patterns, videos, etc.

I feel your pain . I had to close my quilting store. Enjoy your time to rest and inspiration will flow. You’ll be back on top again !

Your loss is also our loss! Prayers for your family . This whole country is hurting and will keep you in our prayers. Thank you.

I am so very sorry for you, your family, your staff, and your cutomers. This is a heartbreak for many. Truthfully, I am one of those who had to discontinue the Stashin' subscription. After y'all worked tirelessly for so long, I can understand the desolation of this decision. Just remember, you will supported by our quilting community. Take care, blessings to y'all, prayers to/for all of you. By the way quilting communtity, this is a call-out to everybody for supportd and prayers.

I am sorry to hear this. Unfortunately, several online and brick and mortar retailers have come to your same realization. I’m glad you will still have your pattern sales and KZfaq. Hugs

Dear Stephanie, I am deeply struck by your strength, courage, and compassion for your employees and family. And even the remaining list of both dedicated and casual followers as you chose the more difficult path to keep us informed even though it was mighty hard. And I'm both impressed and happy to see you choosing to look forward and not backwards. That takes courage and strength of character to do so today and each and every day going forward. Although we don't know the future, making decisions from the heart and compassion always lead us in the right direction. Always know I'll be here praying for you... I just jotted down prayer notes in my book. For strength, courage and compassion to be your constant companions. To always follow that still inner voice, never give into doubt, cast your eyes upon new dreams and follow your heart. You will always know the right path. And I just added, 'mill pray for a future with an environment filled with love, joy and compassion, yes and the blessings of many friends (other people in your new environment). Love always conquers everything else. Hugs from Maine.

So sorry for this sad part of your life , but please keep the teaching coming!!! I'll be praying for all of you. I know when you come out of this , you'll do wonderful things.. I have learned alot on You Tube and you're programs as a new quilter. Thanks so much and Hang in there!!!!!

My heart goes out to you and your staff. I can only imagine how hard this time must be for all of you. Please take the best possible care of you going forward.

So sorry Stephanie. It’s definitely crushing, but you’re brave to find a twist to keep you in the business. Best wishes to your team, family, and pattern development. Breathe. It’ll be ok. New developments and future brainstorms. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

I am so devastated to here this… but i completely understand this need. I am so sorry.. this decision does not reflect all of the hard work and efforts you and your business has done. Wishing you the absolute best. ❤❤❤

Going to miss the Stashing club but I know you’ll make it through. You’ll surprise yourself. Best of luck and I look forward for the next chapter in your journey.

You have been such an inspiration to me Stephanie! I’m so sorry that your current situation is due to this insane economy. Remember that the best part of your You Tube videos is your expertise and your ability to teach us the tips and tricks of the trade. We will miss the fabrics you find for us but even more than that, we will miss your smiling face and calm demeanor. Please please please do not disappear from YT! God bless you and your family and your employees as He leads you into another exciting chapter of your lives! ❤

🙏 prayers for everyone going through difficult times.

Gosh I’m so sorry to hear this! It’s heartbreaking to see the economy crush small family businesses and force consumers to scrape by. I wish you and your staff the best.

You have taught me so much! I’ll always iron my seams open!! No matter what another teacher says. I love an open seam! You have helped me become a better quilter and bag maker. I look forward to how you’ll change and adjust and what you’ll continue to teach and share on KZfaq. This is a tough situation for you and your team. Brighter days are ahead. Head Up! ❤

I am so sorry you are going through this. Tough times are here for all of us, so know our hearts are with you ♥️

I'm so sorry to hear about this. So many quilters out there have come to rely on your tutorials. I certainly wish you well in your new direction. ♥

You taught me to quilt! Your videos starting back in the Pandemic got me started quilting and took me step by step to where I am today - a free motion quilting addict! I will stick with through the change. Thanks so much!

Truly so sorry. It is so tough for all right now. Praying times will get better. Hang in there.

Praying for you and your team. This is so sad and I am so sorry you are going through this. ❤

Yup, feeling the effects as well of the tough times we are facing. Keeping you all in prayer!!🙏

I own a small business and I 1,000% relate to being so scared when faced with numbers that just cannot sustain the business. I had to lay off someone last year the week of Christmas with no notice to him or even really me. I’ve never in my life been more depressed and in a dark place. The best thing I did was tell someone, my best friend, and she literally talked me off the cliff and for a moment or two the ONLY reason I stuck around is to save my children the heartache of their mother making the ultimate decision. It’s a horrible place to be, but you are not alone and you can do very hard things one day at a time.

I just recently found your channel, as I am new to the quilt world, i cannot express enough how much you have helped me in my new journey. Prayers for you and your family that things turn around and are able to go into a new direction quickly. Much love and blessings for a new and brighter future.

I am so sorry to hear this, Stephanie. I know how hard you have worked for this and you have been so successful. Hang in there

You got this! One step at a time. You will find a way to make it. You have done an awesome job at quilting, tutorials, etc. love you !

So sorry to hear Stephanie May you and your staff be able to make it through this period and come out stronger wherever that journey takes you ❤️🙏🏼

Oh Stephanie… you are such a bright light in this industry and it hurts to see you hurting😢 Your fabric lines are the BEST and how you’ve explained and used them were so wonderful. Praying for you this next month, and that you and your team will be led into the next best thing for all of you. 💕

I will pray for you , your family and staff. I hope you can continue doing what you love.

It has been a joy being a member You will be truly missed Sending prayers and love to you and family and all of your employees Blessings to all of you now and in the future ❤🙏🏻

I am so sorry to hear this:( Please try to keep your head up. We are all feeling this crap inflation. I wish we could do more to help you :(

I've been there, and my heart breaks for you. I respect you knowing when it's time. Thank you for all you've taught me.

I am so sorry Stephanie. You've done amazing and hopefully this new chapter brings you joy despite the current pain & loss.

You are such an inspiration and we are blessed to have such a great teacher! Hugs to your team . My prayers are with you

Sorry to hear the news. You and your team are amazing. Wishing everyone success in the next chapter. My prayers go to you and your team as well as your families.

I am so sorry to hear this video as I am an old quilter but I have learned a lot from your videos! I know this was hard to make and my heart breaks for you and your team! You will be remembered in my prayers! We have all had to cut back especially those of us who are retired. God bless and keep you, your family and team members! 🙏😘

So sorry to hear but glad you will still be on You Tube. I was not part of Stashin with Stephanie but really appreciated the fabrics and patterns you showed.

My heart hurts that you’re having this battle. I completely understand. Inflation is hurting just about everyone. Prayers for your family and best wishes for your staff. These days will pass, may they strengthen your determination and future.

Stephanie, i am so sorry to hear this. You clearly love what you do. I pray you find the perfect solution that serves you, your family, and your staff.

Praying for you & your family, Stephanie, along with all your staff. ❤️🙏❤️

Very gracefully done, Stephanie. Best luck in your new direction! I hope the future has an even better plan for you!

You will always be an inspiration to us Stephanie! Your creativity, experience, humbleness and business expertise will flourish, even in a new direction. Family First is never the wrong priority. Our prayers are with you for godly wisdom, peace and direction as you walk thru this difficult time. Big props to your husband for all his support, yourself and the great team you’ve been blessed with.💕🧵🙏🏻

I’m so sorry you have to go through this. It’s so obvious that you’ve given your all to your business. Best wishes for finding your path forward. Thanks for all you’ve done for the quilting community.

Stephane you are such a brave and courageous person to be worrying about all the people who work with you. Please don’t give up all the other endeavors that you work with; patterns, books and tutorials. I wish you the best and am praying that down the road things will look up and get better. Hang in there and don’t give up. We are in your corner and we’ll always be there for you. God bless.

I'm sorry you had to go this route and I know it's heart-breaking for you. I'm older and I remember back in 2008-9 things were tanking like they are now. Slowly, but surely everything came back strong and I know it will again. You are still young and you gained a ton of knowledge through this adventure. Ride this out and maybe down the road it will work for you again. You have such a gift for patterns and designs. I don't even like the modern quilting, but I have bought several of your patterns because they are so interesting.

So very sorry to hear about your store. I am just now finding you on YT as I am beginning my quilting journey. Ordered your beginner's kits last night and am excited to receive them and VERY glad you still had some in stock. Just ordered some more patterns and another quilt kit before they were gone, too. I am looking forward to sticking with you for whatever the future holds. My prayers are with you.

Be strong! You've got this! We also spent years building a business just to see it close the end of 2022. It was really tough. Someone told me "there are blessings hidden in the trials." I'm sure that's true, but it doesn't make it any easier for a while. I enjoy your youtube channel very much. Thank you for all you do!

I am so sorry that you're going through this right now. We had a similar situation back in 2008 and it was heartbreaking to watch our hard work be swept away. You have so much creativity and talent, i know you'll land on your feet and start running. Meanwhile ill do what i can to support you

I’m so sorry, Stephanie. It’s so difficult -I used to run my own business until I was diagnosed with cancer so I know how it feels. Bless you, your family and your employees. You are very smart and creative so you will land on your feet. But sometimes change is thrust on us whether we want it or not. New and different things are ahead for you.

So sorry to hear this. Your patterns are amazing and your fabric selections have been enlightening to me! Thank you.

Going through this with our family business, too. I feel your frustration and sorrow. Thanks for all you do, Stephanie. Best wishes to everyone.

Will definitely be shopping your fabrics before the end of the month! You'll be ok girl, and so will your team. You'll land on your feet and move into bigger and better things 😊 Lifting you up! 💜

I’m so very sorry that this is happening to you and your business. You have taught me so much and cannot appreciate enough the knowledge you have shared. Please be strong, have faith that you will return in the future. Prayers to you and your family. ❤❤

Hey Natalie! I hope you and family are doing ok. I miss watching your videos and appreciating your love of quilting.

😢 this is a very sad thing for yall to have to go through. My heat goes out to you. When you work so closely with co-workers and the emploer/ owner of a business like you have, you all become a family. This is a hard time. I will be praying for you, your family and your work family that God will work things out for all of yall and open doors for yall, give wisdom and grace.

Sending you and your family much love. So grateful for all that you’re doing to inspire us in the quilting community. Will continue to watch and learn from you in whatever form your business takes and pray God’s sustaining power for you, your family and your business (including your partners and employees.) Thank you Stephanie.

So sorry to hear this. Wishing you all the best.❤️. Looking forward to your continued videos.

So sorry you, your family, and your team are going through this right now ☹️ You are a strong lady and you will get through this! Sending hugs and prayers to you all ❤

Rebranding sucks, but it’s not a failure, it’s a chance to succeed in a new direction ❤. Be kind to yourself during this time of change.

I am so sad about this news. 😢 You have been an inspiration for my quilting journey. Good luck to you and yours.

My heart is with you & your family...I have enjoyed being part of your journey and will enjoy what you bring in the future...🎉

I learned how to quilt watching you during the “C” debacle”. You are an incredible educator. I will shop the sale and I’m so sorry his has happened. Much love to you and your family (and employees) 💕💕💕

I'm so sorry. Have loved being part of Stashin w Stephanie and have learned so much from you. Just placed a fabric order and will continue to support whatever you do. Prayers for you. God sometimes changes things up but He has a greater plan. Prayers for you and your family.

Im so sorry to hear this. We thank you for all of you efforts and videos!!

God knows what's next!! I'm so sorry for the decision you guys had to make, but I totally understand. You are a great teacher and I have learned so much from your videos. I truly loved the Stashin with Stephanie! Prayers for the next chapter!!

Love your patterns and fabrics. I also watched all your tutorials. Your are awesome! Praying for you!

I’m so sorry to hear this… you are an incredible teacher/quilter. Sending you all the best to you and your staff.

I'm so sorry you are going through this. When one door closes, it makes room for another to open.

i am sorry to hear this! Best of luck in what the future holds for you!!