Michaels is expanding its fabric selection in wake of Joann’s closure

(CNN) – Michaels is jumping into the void left by the collapse of Joann Fabrics.

Michaels announced it is buying the fabric retailer’s private label and drastically expanding its sewing selection.

Michaels is adding 600 products across several categories, including sewing and quilting supplies, fabric, yarn and sewing machines.

So far, more than half of its 1,300 stores have received the increased selection, with plans for nearly 300 more locations by the end of the year.

Shoppers will also begin to see products from Joann’s fan-favorite “big twist” yarn and fabric private label.

Michaels also bought Joann’s intellectual property, including its name. However, no specific plans were announced for that.

All of Joann’s 800 brick-and-mortar stores closed over the past few months.

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