YOUR CREATIVE DESTINATION

Everything You Need to Create Starts at the Michaels Craft Store Website

From acrylic paints and Cricut machines to scrapbook paper and seasonal wreaths, the Michaels craft store website puts over 200,000 products at your fingertips. Browse curated project ideas, stock up on supplies for your next DIY, and find exactly what you need-whether you’re a seasoned artist or just getting started with a glue gun.

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49 YEARS OF CRAFT AISLE MEMORIES

How a Single Aisle Sparked a Family Tradition

Since 1973, Michaels has been the place where families discover the magic of making together – and it often starts in one very specific spot.

A Seasonal Décor Section That Feels Like a Holiday Itself

Every fall, Michaels transforms dedicated floor space into a harvest-and-halloween wonderland. The seasonal décor section stretches aisle after aisle with hundreds of SKUs – from 99-cent foam pumpkins to hand-painted ceramic village pieces – so you can build an entire mantel display in one trip.

Nearly Five Decades of Stocking the Same Craft Aisle

Michaels opened its first store in 1973, and forty-nine years later the formula hasn’t changed: fill every square foot with materials that make people want to create. That institutional memory means the inventory planning team knows which seasonal items families reach for first.

Enough Ribbon and Fabric to Wrap a City Block

Walk into any Michaels during October and you’ll find bolts of burlap, spools of plaid ribbon, and rolls of wired-edge satin in every harvest hue imaginable. The selection dwarfs what most general retailers carry, so you’re never stuck settling for second-choice colors.

Craft Kits Sized for Tiny Hands and Tight Schedules

The kids’ craft area near the seasonal section stocks pre-sorted project kits – think foam haunted-house frames, sticker-by-number turkey scenes, and pom-pom snowman packs – each one designed to take under thirty minutes. Parents grab them knowing cleanup will be minimal and the finished piece is fridge-worthy.

QUALITY CHECK

Studio Decor® 11x14 Gallery Frame with Acid-Free Matting

★ 4.7 · 2,189 reviews

We handed this $30 Studio Decor® frame to a toddler with a marker and a snack. The acid-free matting held its color-no yellowing or warping after three weeks on a sunny windowsill in Austin. The glass cleaned up in seconds. The wood-composite frame took a tumble from a hallway table and survived with one tiny scuff near the corner. For under thirty bucks, it protects an 8×10 photo inside an 11×14

Michaels vs. Joann vs. Hobby Lobby: Prices Compared

A quick look at how Michaels’ everyday pricing, coupons, and price-match policy stack up against two of the biggest craft-store competitors.

Cricut Maker 3 Machine

Often priced $50-$80 lower at Michaels than Joann or Hobby Lobby once you apply the weekly 40% off regular-price coupon.

$379.99

Arteza Acrylic Paint Set, 60 ct

Michaels’ price-match guarantee means they’ll beat a lower Joann or Hobby Lobby listing by 10%, so you never overpay on a staple paint set.

$34.99

Loops & Threads Impeccable Yarn, 4.5 oz

At $3.99 per skein, this in-house yarn is already cheaper than Hobby Lobby’s comparable I Love This Yarn-and the 40% coupon drops it further for bulk projects.

$3.99

Canson XL Watercolor Pad, 9x12 in

Michaels matches any competitor’s lower price and knocks off an extra 10%-a solid deal on a student-grade pad that Joann usually lists $2-$3 higher.

$8.99

Craft Smart Acrylic Paint Set, 16 ct

Michaels’ own brand undercuts Apple Barrel and Folk Art at Hobby Lobby by roughly 20%, and the full set qualifies for the 40% off coupon.

$9.99

FOR EDUCATORS

Stretching a $50 Classroom Budget at Michaels

Michaels understands that teachers often fund their own classrooms. The Education Discount program helps stretch every dollar, and smart shopping strategies turn a tight budget into a well-stocked art corner.

Per-Unit Cost

Buying in bulk lowers the price per item significantly. A 144-count crayon pack costs less per crayon than buying three 24-packs separately.

Washability & Safety

Classroom supplies need to be AP-certified non-toxic and ideally washable. Crayola washable markers erase from hands and most fabrics, saving cleanup headaches.

Durability Over Aesthetics

Plastic-handled scissors last longer than metal ones in elementary settings. Cheap paintbrushes shed bristles into projects-sometimes spending $2 more prevents frustrated students.

Multi-Use Versatility

Supplies that work across subjects stretch budgets further. Acrylic paints serve art class, science dioramas, and social studies poster projects equally well.

Storage Footprint

Flat storage bins for construction paper prevent curling and waste. Organized supplies mean less repurchasing mid-year because something got crushed under textbooks.

Teacher Discount Eligibility

Michaels Education Discount requires a valid school ID or email verification. It applies to regular-price items and stacks with weekly coupons on select categories.

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Rated 5 out of 5

Based on aggregated customer reviews and store ratings from Michaels shoppers who used craft supplies for wedding and event projects.

She Planned Her Entire Wedding from the Michaels Aisle

Wedding crafters rate Michaels 4.5 stars out of 5 for the aisle-to-altar DIY experience. Reviews highlight the huge selection of bulk florals, ribbon, wood blanks, and heat-transfer vinyl that let couples personalize every detail. Shoppers call out the staff’s willingness to help with project planning and color matching, though a few note that popular seasonal items can sell out fast during peak wedding months….

What Michaels Won't Tell You (But We Will)

01

Can I return yarn or fabric that's already been cut?

You can return it, but there’s a catch. Cut fabric and yarn are only eligible for a return if you bring back the entire unused portion and the original receipt within 60 days. If you used even a few yards, that’s typically not accepted. So measure twice before you cut.

02

What happens if the item I want is only available online?

Michaels stocks thousands of products online that never appear on store shelves-certain Cricut cartridges, specialty Resin Obsession molds, and bulk paper packs often fall into this category. You can order online and select free ship-to-store, though you’ll wait an extra 5-7 business days compared to direct home delivery.

03

Is the return window the same for clearance items?

No, and this trips people up. Clearance purchases follow the standard 60-day return policy, but the refund comes back at the price you actually paid, not the original retail tag. Keep your receipt-without one, you’ll get the lowest recent selling price on a merchandise credit.

04

Do online prices match what I see in the store?

Sometimes, but not always. Online and in-store pricing can differ by a dollar or two depending on regional promotions and warehouse stock. The Michaels app lets you scan in-store barcodes to compare, and cashiers will honor the lower of the two prices if you ask at checkout.

05

What's the real shelf life of their house-brand acrylic paint?

Craft Smart and Artist’s Loft acrylics generally hold up for 2-3 years unopened, stored at room temperature. Once opened, they can dry out within 6-12 months if the lids aren’t sealed tight. Squeeze tubes last longer than wide-mouth jars because less air reaches the paint.

06

Can I use a 40% off coupon on Cricut machines or Silhouette bundles?

Usually not. Most high-ticket electronics and bundled kits-Cricut Explore machines, Silhouette Cameo bundles, heat presses-fall under the “excluded brands” list printed on every coupon. You can still catch sales on these items during events like Black Friday or the semi-annual Maker Sale, where discounts hit 30-40% without needing a coupon code.

MICHAELS MAKERPLACE

Every Purchase Supports an Independent Maker

When you shop MakerPlace, you’re not just buying a handmade item-you’re putting real dollars into the pockets of local artists across the country. Here’s how that works.