{"id":10058,"date":"2025-03-17T17:05:51","date_gmt":"2025-03-17T22:05:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kovifabrics.com\/blog\/?p=10058"},"modified":"2025-03-17T17:12:30","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T22:12:30","slug":"honoring-joann-fabrics-and-inviting-you-to-come-craft-with-kovi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kovifabrics.com\/blog\/honoring-joann-fabrics-and-inviting-you-to-come-craft-with-kovi\/","title":{"rendered":"Honoring JOANN Fabrics And Inviting You To Come Craft With KOVI"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Change is rarely easy and made all the harder when you lose a trusted, familiar go-to in your world. Change like the sad news that JOANN fabrics is closing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That may sound strange coming from a \u201ccompetitor\u201d like us here at KOVI<\/a> Fabrics, but it\u2019s true. JOANN is iconic in our world. More than just a store, it was a place creatives across a huge spectrum of experience and modalities \u2014 from the seasoned crafter, upholsterer, or designer to the novice weekend DIYer \u2014 could take in the colors, patterns, and textures of all things fabric, crafting, and design. Simply put, it was a place creatives could create.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, this isn\u2019t just the loss of a store<\/em>, it\u2019s a loss for a community<\/strong>. We get that. Really.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With all that in mind, today we here at KOVI Fabrics would just like to (re)introduce ourselves. And to offer you a warm welcome. We\u2019ve built a different kind of space than JOANN, but one that we hope you\u2019ll find just as inspiring, easy-to-use, and rich with possibilities. Because you\u2019ve got so much more to create. And we\u2019re so<\/em><\/strong> here for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Warm Welcome: How KOVI Can Serve You As Your New Fabrics Go-To<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So you\u2019ll need a new fabric supplier go-to. And that means learning a whole new rhythm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maybe your rhythm has long included things like the magic of wandering aisles to stumble upon the perfect floral<\/a> pattern you didn\u2019t know you absolutely needed for that fashion or quilting project. Or running your fingers over textures that catch your eye and suddenly you\u2019ve found the perfect chenille<\/a> for your vintage loveseat reupholstery project. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s how your<\/em> process works and we love it. So let\u2019s walk you through some of the ways we\u2019ve worked to make KOVI a great partner for you and your vision, keeping inspiration within reach and letting you keep rocking your own rhythm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. KOVI Has The Fabric Selection You’ve Come To Rely On \u2014 And Then Some<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Let\u2019s get to this one straight away because, obviously, JOANN was well-known for its collection. (Same.<\/strong>) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    As the largest upholstery fabric store online<\/strong>, we think you\u2019ll find our carefully curated collection to have all you\u2019ve come to count on and then some. From velvet<\/a> to vinyl<\/a>, linen<\/a> to leather<\/a>, damask<\/a> to denim<\/a>, silk<\/a> to\u2026darn it, where\u2019s another fabric starting with \u201cs\u201d when you need one? Anyway, you get the idea. We\u2019re flush with fabric options for your every need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    And have we got patterns?!<\/em> From paisley<\/a> to plaid<\/a>, southwest<\/a> to stripes<\/a>, vintage<\/a> to modern<\/a>, and SO much more. We\u2019ve got what you need, and then some.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Fabrics Built To Work \u2014 And Play \u2014 As Hard As You Do<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      To be clear, we\u2019re not just about volume, we\u2019re about high-quality fabrics. So you can get the premium feeling textiles that your projects and passion deserve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

      You counted on JOANN\u2019s fabrics, and you can count on KOVI for performance fabrics for whatever you need<\/strong>. Whether what you\u2019re creating needs to stand up to the high-traffic rhythms of life with pets, pokes, spills, or sun, we\u2019ve got you covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      We offer performance fabrics suited for decorative, residential, commercial and hospitality grade applications (just for starters). Featuring performance legends like Crypton<\/a> and Sunbrella<\/a> \u2014 made from the fiber up for your most demanding projects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. At Last, An Online Fabric Shopping Experience Tailor-Fit For You<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        One of the huge upsides of buying fabric online is that you\u2019re able to shop from wherever you are, whenever you want to. One downside you might be wondering about is touching and seeing the fabric. Well, we amplify the upsides of online shopping<\/strong> and minimize the down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        First, you get pictures. High-resolution pictures of the actual fabric so you can visualize what it might look like in your project. Second, as you find fabrics you feel like are a fit for your vibe, click \u201cRequest a sample\u201d and within one business day your sample will be traveling first class on its way to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        The point is, here at KOVI, we work hard every day to offer you the benefits and the vast \u2014 vast<\/em> \u2014 selection an online space offers, while eliminating the gaps with the in-person experience so you can right feel at home. Which, happily, is likely where you are while shopping at KOVI. (Also, no Muzak and fluorescent lights. Unless, that\u2019s your jam, then you do you.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        1. Ditch The Coupons: Welcome To Fair Fabric Prices All The Time<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          And speaking of the perks of KOVI\u2019s online store, it allows us to offer fair, competitive pricing. All the time. Because we have the benefit of not passing the expense of a showroom or a brick and mortar chain of stores on to you, we\u2019re able to pass on savings instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          Now, JOANN was famously good at sales \u2014 and certainly we offer sales<\/a> and clearance fabrics. But you don\u2019t need to chase them or be constantly vigilant looking for the best coupon. At KOVI, we think you\u2019ll find we\u2019re simply offering you high-quality upholstery fabrics at the best possible value<\/strong>. Period<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          1. The Joy Of Service From People Who Love Fabrics As Much As You Do<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            We know the power of the right color, pattern, and texture. The way the right fabric can utterly transform the energy, impact, and functionality of a space, piece, or project. Because we don\u2019t just sell fabric, we\u2019re fans.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

            And because we get it, we LOVE to give it \u2014 advice that is. We\u2019re passionate about helping you find the right and perfect fabric for whatever you\u2019re dreaming up. AND that doesn\u2019t start (or end) with your purchase. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

            In addition to our customer support team ready to help<\/a> you by phone or email, our website is chock full of inspiration<\/a>, with posts about the latest trends (or the classics), primers and deep dives into specific fabrics and how to integrate them into your favorite space or project, and more DIYs<\/a> than you could ever need, we\u2019ve got you covered figuratively and literally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Welcome In: We’re Ready To Bring Your Craftiest Fabric Dreams To Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

            With JOANN closing, knowing where to begin might feel a bit daunting. So, here are a few places to ease into things and make your transition to KOVI as seamless (pun intended) as possible:<\/p>\n\n\n\n