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Joann, 80-Year-Old Crafts and Fabrics Retailer, Will Close All Stores

The announcement that the chain would close all 800 of its stores in 49 states comes after a period of financial turmoil.

By Sara Ruberg

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Joann Customers React to Store Closings and Bankruptcy

For quilters, knitters and crafters, Joann, which expects to close more than half of its stores after filing for bankruptcy, has been a one-stop shop — and more.

By Alex Vadukul

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Crafts Retailer Joann Files for Bankruptcy

After pandemic-era boom in sales, Joann has been dealing with a pullback in consumer spending on at-home projects. The retailer will become a private company owned by a group of its creditors.

By J. Edward Moreno