Michaels expands fabric selection following Joann’s collapse

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

It announced it’s 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 and yarn, and sewing machines.

So far, more than half of its 1300 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.