I heard a rumor the other day - although the source is pretty reputable - and I wanted to pass it along. There is a possiblility that Hobby Lobby will no longer be offering models at 50% off as they have in the past.
According to my source, during one of the recent sales, a MAJOR error was made
nationally on a kit and this error resulted in substantial losses for Hobby Lobby. Essentially, a $146.00 kit was entered into the national computer system as being $46.00. This resulted in a price of $23.00 during the 50% off sale. Needless to say, HL took quite a hit on these kits!
Although he did not say that the sales woud
absolutely be discontinued, my source did indicate that there are evidently some serious discussions along those lines. At a minimum, the sales could be radically changed, i.e. 25% off, 10% off, etc. Even if the sales remain as 50% off, they may occur far less frequently than we have become accustomed.
I will be watching the HL flyers for sales in the future and would appreciate it if other members who look for these sales do likewise.
Enjoy your modeling...