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After filing for bankruptcy, the fabric retailer shut down all of its stores. But it’s not a complete end for the brand.
Michaels announced Thursday it had acquired the fabric and craft retailer Joann and its intellectual property.
Michaels has always sold sewing machines, but now that it's acquired the Joann brand, its selection has drastically expanded.
Craft retailer Michaels has acquired the Joann brand, but what does that mean? And when did Joann close? Here's what to know.
This development will allow the company to “better serve both new and existing customers,” according to its CEO.
Sewing Stitching its way back into the spotlight, searches for ‘sewing’ have increased by 39% on Michaels.com since last year ...
The Michaels Companies announced on Thursday that it had completed its purchase of Joann's intellectual property and private ...
The Michaels Companies, Inc. has announced the successful acquisition of the intellectual property and private label brands of JOANN, including the development of the popular ...
Michaels Stores Inc. announced on June 5, 2025 it acquired the intellectual property and private label brands for Joann ...
Leaving her career as a nurse was not an easy decision for Julie McFarlane. But it was a little easier because her next pursuit was even more of a passion. "It was bittersweet," said McFarlane, who ...
The closure of Joann Fabrics left a large void for crafters in the Fox Valley, but one Appleton business is helping to bridge the gap. Fox Cities Quilt Co., 1400 W. College Ave., unveiled a new yarn ...
When life gives you lemons, you may make lemonade, but when life gives you oranges, you can make a quilt. If your quilting time is less fruitful, visit the Baldwin-Reynolds House Museum on Terrace ...