Joann fabric and craft stores are closing by the end of spring 2025. Before they shut their doors, here are some of the best ...

The Joann Fabric and Crafts store near where I live is closing, one of their 800 stores being shuttered around the country ...

Here are 8 fabric stores in Pawtucket, Cranston, North Kingstown, Barrington and nearby Mass. where you can buy sewing supplies after Joann closes.

Joann has a much larger selection of fabrics than other brick-and-mortar ... she did while strolling among the assemblage of cotton, fleece, satin, organza, polyester and more.

Joann's exit from the fabric industry could impact the overall supply of affordable fabric, independent craft businesses say.