33 Joann stores in Michigan to close: List of affected stores

Joann has filed for bankruptcy twice within the last year.

Thirty-three Joann fabric and craft stores in Michigan will close, according to the bankruptcy court documents the company filed Wednesday.

Joann stores are known for selling crafting supplies, including fabrics and sewing.

The retailer filed for bankruptcy in 2024 and again Jan. 15, according to Reuters.

During the most recent filing, the company sought approval to sell its assets and was seeking a buyer for the business, according to a company news release.

If no buyer emerged, Joann would allow would allow Gordon Brothers Retail Partners LLC to liquidate all of its assets, including store inventory valued at $538.3 million, according to Reuters.

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Wednesday’s filing revealed 531 “underperforming stores” where it wanted to immediately start closing sales and start the process of reducing the company’s store footprint.

As of Tuesday, the Joann website listed 41 stores across 40 Michigan towns. Joann has about 850 stores in 49 states, according to its website.

“This was a very difficult decision to make, given the major impact we know it will have on our Team Members, our customers and all of the communities we serve,” a Joann spokesperson told USA TODAY on Wednesday. “A careful analysis of store performance and future strategic fit for the Company determined which stores should remain operating as usual at this time.”

Here’s a list of the Joann stores in Michigan set to close and those that will remain open for now.