TeresaA, I agree with liking local stores, but Joann's jacks up prices to make people think they are getting a good deal - when in reality, they aren't.
When the news about Joann's choosing to no longer carry W&N, I was disappointed bc I always used my coupons to buy either multi packs of rotary blades or W&N there. Since they weren't carrying it, I started looking for other sources. To my surprise and irritation, I found that there are several other places that you can get it, without a coupon, for about the same price. Delivered to me, no less! Same goes for the blades.
Now the only thing I go in for is the occasional odd craft item. Even their home dec stuff is getting ridiculous. Charging $60 or $70 for an item, but the minute it's put out, it's on sale for 40% off. Such a deal!! Not.