Longtime Hobby Stores in NY and PA Set to Shutter—Full List Inside

It’s hard not to notice how different shopping feels these days. Most malls that used to be packed on weekends are now half-empty, and stores that were once go-to spots are vanishing. It’s not just your imagination; retail is going through a serious shake-up.

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A lot of this has to do with how people shop now. Why go to a store when you can grab your phone, scroll for five minutes, and have everything delivered tomorrow? Online shopping is fast, easy, and doesn’t involve fighting for a parking spot. That convenience has hit traditional stores hard, especially ones that didn’t keep up with the times.

But it’s not just about websites and apps. Rent is sky-high in a lot of places, and when fewer people are walking through the doors, it gets harder to cover the bills. Add in rising labor costs, supply issues, and changing customer habits, and it's a recipe for closures. Even big names with decades of history aren’t immune; they're downsizing or disappearing completely.

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And let’s not forget how COVID-19 sped things up. When everything shut down, more people got comfortable shopping from home. Once that habit formed, many never went back.

Some retailers are trying new things, like smaller “express” stores or focusing more on online orders with in-store pickup. But not everyone can pivot that fast. So every few months, it seems like another familiar sign comes down.

Joann Fabrics has been a go-to for crafters, quilters, and DIY lovers for decades, but even this longtime favorite wasn't safe in today's retail world. The chain recently announced that it’s closing several stores across New York and Pennsylvania.

These aren’t just places to buy fabric and yarn. For many people, Joann is where they learned to sew, picked out holiday decorations, or grabbed last-minute school project supplies. Losing that local store feels like more than just a business shutting its doors, it’s like saying goodbye to a creative hub.

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The company says it’s all part of a restructuring plan, and honestly, that’s becoming a familiar phrase.

According to the Joann Fabrics corporate site, these NY and PA locations are either in the process of closing or have already closed.

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