Popular National Retailer Shuts Down One Minnesota Store

Last week, crafters around the United States heard the devastating news that the National retailer, Joann Fabrics and Crafts, was closing all locations, including all stores in Minnesota. Unfortunately, another well-known craft retailer has shuttered for good in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.

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Another National Retailer Has Closed a Store in Minnesota

I am finally above average in something! The average person spends over $60 a month on supplies at a craft store. I can verify that I spend WAY more than that amount when I stop in at Michael's, Joann's, or Hobby Lobby. The reason I spend so much money is because I'm one of the almost 9 million people who own a Cricut machine. I hardly use it but I feel craftier with one at my house.

When I heard that Joann's was closing 533 stores throughout the United States, my mind starting racing a bit. If my local store was closing, where can I get my supplies? How will I grab those last-minute items when I have a craft emergency? Then word started spreading this week that ALL of the Joann stores were closing for good.

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Unfortunately, that's not the only craft store in Minnesota that is now closed. One of the Hobby Lobby locations in Minnesota is now labeled as "Permanently Closed" as well.