After more than 80 years as a beloved fabric and craft retailer, Joann closed all of its roughly 800 stores across the United States by May 2025. Once a humble cheese shop in Cleveland, Joann grew into the country’s largest fabric and craft supplier, serving generations of makers who relied on its in-store experience. The chain was a tactile, sensory destination where customers could compare fabrics side-by-side, ask knowledgeable employees for advice, and pick up everything from thread to glue Continue reading
