With Monday’s announcement that all JOANN Fabric and Crafts locations are closing, many crafters are feeling up a creek without a crocheted paddle. But do knit fear — we’ve stitched together a list of locally-owned craft store options to save the day.
Mass Ave Knit Shop, 862 Virginia Ave.
Crocheters, knitters, and weavers of all kinds will fall in love with this slice of fiber arts heaven, which has been in business for 35+ years. You’ll also find books, buttons, needles, and free helpful advice from the owner + loyal patrons.
Griffy’s Art Supply, The Stutz
From drawing and painting materials to printmaking tools and kid-friendly washable markers, this cool downtown shop sells the highest quality tools for students and the community alike.
Persnickety Stitchers, 58 A N. Main St., Zionsville
This quaint embroidery shop sells cross stitch patterns, needle point canvases, specialty threads, stitching lights and stands, and other types of needlework supplies. Pro tip: Call the shop to get details on group project nights and beginner classes.
Crimson Tate Modern Quilter, 845 Mass Ave. Ste. A
If you’re interested in making a one-of-a-kind quilt, this is the shop for you. It carries some super unique and exciting quilt patterns, as well as everything you need to create your work of art. Bonus: If you have another quilter in your life, send them a Happy Box filled with an assortment of fun fabrics.
Crimson Tate is known for carrying bold, unique fabrics, like this recently stocked set from Japan.
Photo by @crimsontate
Crafts & Creations, 3100 Meridian Parke Dr., Suite Y, Greenwood
This shop is known for its wide variety of classes teaching everything from watercolor painting to calligraphy to crocheting. In addition to art supplies, it also sells vintage consignment items and handmade gifts, like bath products + furniture, created by local artisans.
The French Seam, 9335 Castlegate Dr.
If you’re looking for fine fashion fabrics, look no further than The French Seam. Its focus on modern making also extends to quilting cottons, unique buttons, independent garment + quilting patterns, and other sewing notions.
Brickyard Ceramics & Crafts, 6060 Guion Rd.
If you’re looking to set up a home ceramics studio, you’ll find everything you need here, including clay, glaze, paint, kilns, and wheels. The shop also has a gallery featuring rotating exhibits from talented local artists.
Always In Stitches, 1808 E. Conner St., Noblesville
This store has stocked an impressive selection of fabrics for sewers, quilters, and everyone in between since 2007. True beginners can even buy a sewing machine here, or can sign up for classes to learn amigurumi, felting, machine quilting, and much more.
A Yarn Market, 1905 S. New Market Street, Ste. 167, Carmel
Since opening in January 2024, this store has offered knitters + crocheters all the yarn they could ever wish for. Pro tip: Stop by on Local Yarn Store Day on Saturday, Apr. 26 to enjoy exclusive products and giveaways.
Back Door Quilts, 2503 Fairview Pl. W., Greenwood
With 51 years in business under its belt, this store stocks thousands of fabrics, batiks, and samples for inspiration. Pro tip: Join one of its clubs to stay inspired + crafting all year round while making lifelong friends.
The Knitting Otter, 111 E. Monroe St., Franklin
This cozy shop wants to become your happy place. With an amazing selection of yarns, make-and-take crafts, and fun events like Knit at Night, which takes place during movie screenings at the nearby Artcraft Theatre, we think it probably will be.
Love It Sew, 7270 E. US Hwy 36, Ste. 104, Avon
As if shopping from a mother + daughter-owned shop wasn’t cool enough on its own, you can find diverse classes almost every day of the week here, as well as in-store Bernina Q24 longarm rentals or longarm quilting services for $.02 per inch.
Village Yarn Company, 209 S. Main St., Zionsville
This shop, which first opened in 2008 and expanded in 2016, offers an impressive variety of yarn, classes, and a cozy sitting area where you can work on or get help with your projects. Reader Virginia says, “I always enjoy my visits and feel inspired by the atmosphere.”
Copper Centaur Studios, 619 Nichol Ave., Anderson
Don’t feel like leaving the house, but still want to shop local? This studio’s online store contains 12,000+ items for you to peruse — but if you decide to make the drive anyways, you may get to meet one of the shop cats.
Quilts Plus, 212 W. Main St., Lebanon
With almost 50 years in business under its belt, this shop has always kept its mission in mind: To be the friendliest, most knowledgeable quilt shop in central Indiana, offering the best in fabrics, supplies, classes, and machine quilting services. Stop by its monthly Quilt Therapy Club to connect with other local crafters.
Groovy Greenhouse Studio, 2131 E. Michigan St.
Stained glass is having a big moment, and you can join the movement by signing up for classes from this small woman-owned studio. It also has a small retail section to shop glass-making supplies from that is open by appointment.
Did we miss a store you love? We’d be sew grateful if you let us know.
