By Melanie Mohler, Everyday Akron team member
With the unfortunate news of all JOANN Fabric and Craft Stores closing, you may be wondering where you can buy crafting supplies in the Akron area.
Michael’s and Hobby Lobby are the two chain craft supplies stores remaining in the area, but if you’re not happy with their selections or just want to support local, know that there are a number of local stores that you can patronize.
Many of the stores on this list even have classes and meetups where you can bring your crafting projects to the store to work on. Check the map of locations below, then visit each store’s website or social media to learn more.
Art supplies and general crafts
Needlework (cross stitch, embroidery, etc.)
Sewing and Fabric
- Akron Sewing Machine Center
- Barnes Sewing Center
- Fabric & Freight Mart
- Ohio Star Quilts
- Quilt and Thread
- Sew Deja Vu
- Sue Spargo Folk Art Quilts
Yarn and Fiber
- Artists’ Gallery Yarn
- The Designing Woman
- The Pink Lamb’s Yarn Nook
- Powers Acres Fiber Mill
- Prismatic Fiber Arts
- Silver Lining Yarns