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| - I'm a crafter and currently working on my first fabric craft so I decided to make a trip over to Joann's. The store is fantastic!!! I had no idea that they carried such a variety of craft items since I have always thought of them as just a fabric store...boy, was I wrong!!!
Although I dabble in all types of crafts, I'm an avid baker so I am always on the lookout for local places to pick up cake tools, fondant tools, etc. They have a decent selection of items for the basic supplies, but they really didn't have anything extraordinary and it seems that Wilton is all they carry. Again, it's ok for the basics.
I was impressed with the overall inventory of items in there and I would say that every crafter could find something to add to their arsenal. Whether you're into scrapbooking, wood crafts, knitting, jewelry making, floral arranging, clay crafts, painting, drawing, or home decorating...Joann's has it covered!
Then of course there's the fabric....WOW!! They have a tremendous selection! The craft that I am working on calls for multiple types of fabrics and patterns, but all in smaller quantities (1/4-1/2 yd). The woman at the fabric cutting table had her hands full with me, but she was good about it. To make matters worse, I also discovered the seasonal fabric clearance section and I went a little crazy. I've been enjoying my current craft project so much that I decided to plan for Christmas and Halloween, too...especially since the fabric was 60% off! When all was said and done, the fabric cutter ended up cutting fabric from approximately 20 different rolls for me. She deserves a raise for being such a trooper!
The store and selection easily deserves a 5 star rating, however I am going to give Joann's an overall 4 star rating because of the prices...they were a bit high compared to their competition for many of the items. In terms of fabric, I noticed some of the exact same fabrics at Joann's that I had purchased elsewhere that same day and Joann's was $2.00 more per yard!! Even a couple of prints that were on sale at Joann's was still more expensive than at the other store. I also found that their decorative and seasonal items were pricey, too.
My Mom and I spent nearly 2hrs in the store, but it would have easily been 3 if I didn't have someplace to be afterwards. There's so much to see and project inspirations at every turn. I will most definitely go back, but I will be sure to watch the sales and bring coupons.
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