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This time of year always puts me in the mood craftsmanship . Not only do cold days lend themselves well to stay inside and finish a DIY project, but also Halloween And Christmas are undoubtedly the two best seasons to show creativity. But with retailers who close on the left and right, it becomes more and more difficult to find supplies - that's why I was so excited to hear about the two big shopping changes that Michaels brings in stores and online now.

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Michaels revives Joann Fabrics.

After 82 years of activity, the tissue and beloved wire retailer Joann closed 800 of its locations Earlier this year, leaving a void in the world of knitting and sewing. However, in June , Michaels acquired the intellectual property of Joann and private brand brands. What does that mean for buyers?

Since this week, all 1,300 Michaels stores in the United States will offer new store experience known as Knit & Sew Shop.

According to a press release , The Knit & Sew Shop offers both Joann and Michaels brand products, in particular:

• Threads
• Fabric (currently in 840 stores with plans to extend to 250 others), as well as fabric cutting tables
• Couture and thread, including those of Gütermann and the brand of Joann Big Twist (the latter will have stores by the end of October)
• Related supplies such as singer and brother sewing machines, sewing concepts and beginner needle manufacturing kits

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Michaels also fills the void left by Party City.

Party City suffered a similar fate to Joann earlier this year, closing the 800 of its stores After 40 years of activity. This left a gaping hole in the party supplies space, with buyers looking for places for buy balloons , decorations, and more.

But Michaels also intervened here, presenting the party shop in all its stores.

More specifically, the party shop includes a balloon bar, "offering an assortment of latex and aluminum balloons, as well as customizable balloons for each occasion and theme", according to the press release.

Balloon bundles start only $ 9.99, and you can also find ready -made items for celebration such as DIY balloon arc kits. In addition, Michaels introduced a practical "reserve" balloon collection function, as well as a Balloon delivery option.

You will also find hundreds of other items in the festive shop, including "exclusive themes such as the western inspired rodeo, playful arcs, elegant milestones and classics like a blue Vichy line that puts a modern touch on nostalgic celebrations," said the company.

And for those who plan a party on a budget, Michaels has dropped the prices of its internal brand, celebrate it from 25 to 70%. This applies to plates, towels, festive banks, table covers, etc.