10 Tips for Saving Money at Jo-Ann Fabric and Crafts

My two favorite craft stores: Jo-Ann Fabric and Crafts and Michaels. Since we’ve already discussed 16 ways to save at Michaels, today we’re delving into the many ways one can save at Jo-Ann’s. Never pay full price, because you literally never have to.

Tips for Saving Money at Jo-Ann Fabric and Crafts

1. Coupons!

I love coupons, and so does Jo-Ann’s.  I knew we were meant to be friends.  They have coupons on their website, on their app and if you receive their text alerts you’ll get coupons that way as well.  Text BEADS to 56266 to get on their list. Standard rates apply, that is if you don’t have unlimited texts on your cell phone plan.

2. They accept competitor coupons!

Jo-Ann’s will accept coupons from both Michaels and Hobby Lobby, provided that the item(s) are available at both stores.

For example: Say you want to get three yards of regularly priced fabric from Jo-Ann’s and they do not have a current coupon (or their coupon excludes it).  Michaels has a coupon for 50% off one regular priced item, the only problem is that Michaels does not sell fabric.  In this instance, you would do better using a 40% off regular priced item coupon from Hobby Lobby because they do sell fabric.  Make sense?

3. They allow the use of more than one coupon per order.

Say whaaaa?  This is why Joann’s is in my top two favorite craft stores!  I’m a couponer at heart, and being able to use both a 30% off one regular priced item and a 20% off entire purchase? I get a little crazy on those days. Don’t forget that you could use a Hobby Lobby coupon and a Michaels coupon for a percentage off even more items, provided that the items are sold at both stores.  Note that the use of a 30% off regular price item coupon will exclude that particular item from also attaching to the 20% off entire purchase.  Just remember that only one coupon can be applied per item. This means that you could use a Hobby Lobby and a Michaels and a regular-priced Jo-Ann’s coupon AND an entire purchase Jo-Ann’s coupon.  Yassss!

4. Check your receipt!  

This stands at ALL stores, not just craft stores or Jo-Ann in particular.  If there is a survey at the bottom of your receipt, most times you will be offered a coupon for your participation. I’ve even had friends win $50 gift cards to other stores just for giving their two cents!

Worth your time!

5. Get on their mailing list.

Recipients receive project ideas, announcements, special offers and more.

6. Are you a teacher?

Head on over and enroll in their teacher’s program and get 15% off every. single. day. You will receive a Teacher’s Discount Card within 3-4 weeks that you can use as often as you wish.  Remember to take your teacher ID with you to the store the first time you go to use your card.

7. Become a VIP (yeah you know me!).  

If you are a reseller, a member of a professional crafting organization or other professional, you are eligible to become a Jo-Ann VIP. This means that you’ll receive 10% off every purchase (including regular AND sale price items) either in-store or online.

8. Are you a member of our military?

Thank you for your service! Now head on over to the Military Signup Page and you’ll receive 10% off every purchase, every day (some exclusions apply). This includes Military service members and eligible family members. You must present proof of your military service, past or present, or Military Dependent ID upon checkout to receive your discount.

9. Check your ibotta app!

Ibotta currently has (and has for a while) a $5 rebate when you spend $30 at Jo-Ann’s. This will need to be $30 after all other coupons and before tax, but if you’re spending over $30 why wouldn’t you get an extra $5 back?! Ibotta is my favorite of the 27 rebate apps I recommend, and many times they offer a $10 BONUS with your first rebate submission. That’s like $15 back for buying $30+ during those new user promotions.  Heck ya!

Sign up for ibotta here.

10. Hit up the clearance rack!

But, isn’t that just about anywhere you shop? That’s usually the first place I look. Not gonna lie. 😀

When you’ve got this many ways to save at Jo-Ann’s, they make it easy to come back again and again. What’s not to love?

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