Michaels Amps Up Eccentricity and Glamour with Jonathan Adler Partnership
Crafts retailer Michaels has thrown in its lot with potter and designer Jonathan Adler, launching an exclusive collection…
News April 3
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Michaels Creates Shop-in-Shops Spotlighting Sewing, Knitting and Partying
With rival retailers Joann and Party City no more, Michaels has added shop-in-shops chainwide that spotlight their product…
News September 24
Michaels Buys Bankrupt Joann’s IP and Private Label Brands
Michaels has purchased the intellectual property (IP) and private label brands of Joann and will add more than…
News June 9
Store Closures are Forcing Retailers to Thrive or Die: Here’s How Brands can Adapt
It’s been hard to miss this year’s headlines heralding a ‘retail reset,’ or predicting the end of physical…
Executive Viewpoints April 2
UPDATE: Joann Begins Closing Sales in 790 Locations
[Update as of March 6, 2025] Joann has officially started closing sales at all of its 790 locations…
News March 6
Joann Files for Second Bankruptcy in 10 Months, Seeks Buyer
Joann has filed for bankruptcy protection for the second time in less than one year and is seeking…
News January 15
Following Bankruptcy, Joann Looks to Broaden its Appeal with ‘Jo-And’ Campaign
Known primarily as a sewing and fabric destination, Joann is looking to broaden its appeal by highlighting its…
News June 28
Joann Ready to Reemerge from Bankruptcy as Private Company
Crafting retailer Joann expects to emerge from bankruptcy in the next few days, a little over one month…
News April 29
Joann Enters Structured Bankruptcy; Stores and Site to Remain Operational
As it seeks to find firmer footing, Joann has entered a Transaction Support Agreement (TSA) with a majority…
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