Why craft supply pricing varies
Craft supply pricing across Michaels, JOANN, Amazon, and brand-direct varies by category specialty. Michaels and JOANN run aggressive weekly coupon cycles (40 to 60 percent off select items per week). Amazon Lightning Deals catch deeper pricing on specific brands.
Where each retailer wins
For knitting yarn, JOANN typically has broader selection at competitive pricing with weekly coupon discounts. For fabric, JOANN and Hobby Lobby alternate weekly promotional events. For paint and craft tools (Mod Podge, Krylon spray paint), Michaels with weekly coupons is consistent.
For specific craft brands at scale (Cricut machines, Silhouette accessories), brand-direct or Amazon Lightning Deals catch the deepest annual cuts during Black Friday.
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