About Micheals

Michaels Stores, Inc., founded in 1973 by Michael J. Dupey in Dallas, Texas, has grown into North America’s largest arts and crafts retailer. As of 2025, it operates around 1,300 stores across the U.S. and Canada, offering a wide range of products: custom framing, fabric, floral decor, scrapbooking, seasonal goods, and DIY craft kits .

🧶 Major Expansion: Acquiring Joann Brands

In early 2025, Joann Fabric & Crafts filed for bankruptcy and permanently closed all ~800 stores. Michaels swiftly acquired Joann’s intellectual property and private-label brands, including Big Twist yarn and other household favorites .

Over 600 Joann-inspired products—from sewing machines to specialty threads—are being added to Michaels’ inventory.

Fabric and sewing assortments are now available in 680 stores, with 280 more planned for expansion in 2025. Expected to increase yarn variety by 25% and add brands like Bernat, Lion Brand, Red Heart, Brother, and Singer later this year.

Michaels has created a dedicated online portal specifically welcoming former Joann customers and blending legacy product lines into its platform .

💰 Savings Tips & Reward Programs

Coupons & Promotions

Michaels routinely offers promo codes covering 10–60% off, especially during holidays like Black Friday or seasonal clearances. Signing up for emails/text alerts often unlocks a first-time 25% coupon .

Rewards Programs & Discount Eligibility

Michaels Rewards: earn 3% back on purchases (6% after $300/year), access member-only deals, receipt-free returns, and birthday coupons .

Teacher discount: 15% sitewide, including sale items.

Military/veteran discount: 15%.

Senior discount: 10% for shoppers aged 55+.

Price Match Policy

Michaels will match prices from approved competitors like Hobby Lobby, Joann (pre-shutdown), Walmart, and Amazon—and then take an additional 10% off within seven days if you provide proof .

Shipping & Pickup

Free in-store pickup on all orders.

Free shipping on purchases over $49–$59, depending on promotions.

🔖 Extra Savings: Use the Scratchcoup coupon code  at checkout to unlock additional discounts—stackable with existing Michaels deals like 25% off full-price items or free shipping thresholds.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Will Joann’s yarn and fabric brands still be available?
Yes—Michaels now carries Joann’s private labels like Big Twist yarn, and is gradually stocking over 600 Joann-derived sewing and fabric products both online and in expanded-store assortments .

Q2: Are Michaels coupons from coupon sites honored in-store?
Only coupons from Michaels' official site, emails, or app are accepted in stores. Third-party coupon codes (like those posted on Reddit or coupon aggregation sites) are often invalid—even if visually authentic .

Q3: Are teacher and military discounts stackable with coupons or vouchers?
Yes—you can combine a 15% teacher or military discount with Michaels Rewards coupons, price match deals, or purchase promotions. Only one code may be applied per order, so choose the highest-value option and then manually stack coupons or discounts as allowed .

Q4: What does the Rewards program offer?
Members receive 3% cashback, bonus coupons, early sale notices, receipt-free return privileges, and birthday rewards. Spend over $300 annually to elevate to 6% back—redeemable on future purchases .

Q5: What is Michaels’ return window?
Returns are accepted within 60 days with a receipt or account record. Note: some sources mention up to 180-day returns—but official policy currently allows 60-day receipt-free returns through Rewards membership .

🚀 Smart Shopping Strategies

Join Michaels Rewards and sign up for emails/texts to access member-only coupons.

Purchase at least $49 online or use in-store pickup to unlock free shipping.

Use the Scratchcoup code at checkout to extend the savings further.

Check weekly ads for ACTUAL savings—especially BOGO items or limited-time multi-category sale offers .

Leverage price match if you find a lower price within seven days—especially on fabric or seasonal sale items .

Teachers, seniors, and military members should verify discounts in their Rewards accounts before checkout.