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JOANN store exterior
Makeover. One of the country's largest (and at nearly 75 years old, one of its oldest) craft chains is undergoing a rebranding. The company long known as Jo-Ann Stores recently began calling itself "JOANN" in company announcements and has a newly redesigned logo and a fresh new shade of green as its signature color.
In addition to the new cosmetic look, the new JOANN is also engaging in a branding campaign, promoting the hashtag #handmadewithjoann and launching a series of videos about creating and creators.
In addition, JOANN has created a new mobile app that is much more community focused, allowing users to share their own creative projects.
“As shoppers’ behaviors and preferences evolve, we need to adapt the way we connect with them,” said Chris DiTullio, senior vice president, marketing and omni-channel at JOANN. “We’re committed to the longtime loyalists coming in to our stores, as well as the next generation of creators who want to shop, learn and share wherever they are. This app is so exciting because it offers something no other craft retailer does – the ability for customers to confidently share their finished projects with us, and with friends, family and one another as well.”
Partnership. Etsy has announced that it is launching a partnership with Printful that will provide print-on-demand integration to Etsy sellers. This will allow graphic artists to sell on Etsy and have Printful handle the logistics of printing and shipping items like t-shirts, mugs, hats, totes, wall prints, and other items.
"We applaud Etsy on adopting more professional services for their sellers," says Printful CEO, Davis Siksnans. "Sellers can continue devoting time to their craft while leaving logistics to third-parties like Printful."
Support. Taylor Swift got support from an unexpected source during the recent trial in Denver over her successful civil suit alleging she was groped by a radio DJ during a fan meet & greet. The offices of Craftsy are right across the street from the Denver courthouse where the trial took place. The Craftsy staff showed their support for Swift during the trial with a series of Post-It note messages on the windows that were clearly visible from the street below. Swift's unofficial girl squad at Craftsy did not go unnoticed - they received a delivery of flowers and a note of appreciation from the singer on Tuesday after the trial's conclusion.
Delinquent. The Tennessean reports that on the evening of August 8th, firefighters had to climb to the roof of the Dickson, Tennessee Hobby Lobby store to remove a 15 year old trespasser trying to use the store's roof as an impromptu skateboard ramp.
Calls. Tombow USA has a call open until September 11th to find members for their 2018 design team.
Jobs. The following craft industry jobs are currently listed as available:
