Joann Customers React to Store Closings and Bankruptcy

Crafters, quilters, knitters, and makers are devastated by the news of Joann, the arts-and-crafts retail giant, planning to close 500 of its 800 stores nationwide after filing for bankruptcy for the second time in less than a year. Loyal customers like Jen Clapp and Sally Shore express deep sadness over losing a beloved sanctuary for creative hobbies, with concerns about the impact on the quilting community and the difficulty of finding alternative stores. Laura Christobek reflects on the sentimental value of Joann for her crafting projects and expresses uncertainty about where to turn for supplies in the future.

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