will host a "Build-a-Buddy " Free Family Event at
each of their 846 stores across the United States and Canada.michaels.

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Everyone Makes a Friend at Michaels Stores Free Family Event

for $5; meet with
fellow knitters and crocheters to share tips and techniques.

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Visit a Michaels store for
specific dates and times of all events.m.

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The event is intended to introduce children and parents to the fun and
quality time families can share as they craft together. to noon; create Eggstra Cute
Critters (polystyrene egg animals that kids can decorate).

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- Stores Nationwide Promote March National Craft Month -

IRVING, Texas, Kids love to use their imagination.org , the web site of the Craft + Hobby Association.S. If you're
interested in trying a new craft or advancing to the next level, our stores
are valuable resources for tips and hands-on learning.

-- March 5: Free Craft It Fair from noon to 5 p. for $5; learn how to
applique.

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The 4-hour event will be
held on Saturday, March 5 beginning at 1p.

-- March 12: Free Make-It-Take-It Mini Spring Memory Book, Crocheted
Flower Pins and Beaded Bracelet Making from 1 to 3 p.

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"Knitting is hot right now, and the popularity of ponchos and ponchettes
is fueling this craze," said Susan Atchison , trend development manager, Jo-Ann
Stores.

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-- March 8: Quilt Block Party from 6 to 9 p.

-- March 18: Scrapbook Social from 6 to 9 p. ( http: //www.

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To participate in this or any other in-store activity, or to locate the
Michaels store nearest you, please visit the company's web site at
http://www. is a proud member and supporter, is a
not-for-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of arts and crafts
worldwide. With the advent of knitting
Wi-Fi coffee houses and social crafting groups, and celebrities even jumping
on the bandwagon, crafting is a huge craze across the nation now more than
ever, no matter the age or skill level of the crafter.

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m.com ) is the world's largest
retailer of arts, crafts, framing , floral, decorative wall decor and seasonal
merchandise for the hobbyist and do-it-yourself home decorator.

-- March 26: Free Bow Making from 1 to 3 p.; create bows for spring,
Easter baskets, wreaths and Mother's Day gifts.

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Promoting
National Craft Month and crafting in general, the come-and-go, family oriented
activity will take place on Saturday, March 19 from 10:00am until 3:00pm local
time.

In Like a Lion Out Like a Lamb: National Craft Month Provides a 'Gust' of Opportunities to Get Crafty

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com ). Knitting, Jewelry Making, Kids' Sewing Among Most Popular Crafts Nationwide

HUDSON, Ohio, March is National Craft Month -- a
time to celebrate the increasing popularity of crafting and its benefits, from
providing an outlet for self-expression and stress relief to enhancing
creativity, social time and kids' self-esteem.

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Michaels Stores, Inc.
This press release is also available on the Michaels Stores, Inc. web site
(http://www.m.

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During each of the
five weeks in the month, stores will conduct a variety of free product
demonstrations, free craft activities and craft classes focused on a theme. To learn more about National Craft Month, go to
http://www. "Jewelry making also is a really popular category that continues to
grow, and sewing among kids ages 8 to 14 is another big trend.

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(NYSE: MIK), in partnership with Crayola, will give kids of all ages the
opportunity to bring imaginary friends to life during a free event during
March.craftplace.m.; learn about the latest
patterns , fabrics, and trims for making dresses and accessories.

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Crayola is sponsoring the event.
The month kicks off with a free Scrapbook Discovery Day, an interactive event
designed to introduce Scrapbooking to customers. (http://www. for $5; create page
layouts related to the theme of the windy days of March 19: Free Family Event from 10 a.

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They often dream up imaginary friends to play with ! Michaels Stores, Inc.com .m.

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The Company
owns and operates 846 Michaels stores in 48 states and Canada, 165 Aaron
Brothers stores, located primarily on the West Coast, eight Recollections
specialty scrapbook stores and three Star Wholesale operations in the U.

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Young and old alike will mold Crayola Model Magic into a character from
the imagination and then add plastic pieces to create a unique "buddy" to take
home."
Further supporting these national trends, more than 100,000 people took
classes at Jo-Ann Stores across the country in 2004. The top five classes in
order of popularity included: sewing level one, beading jewelry basics, cake
decorating level one, sewing basics for kids and knitting level one.m.

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National Craft Month is sponsored by CHA (Craft + Hobby Association) and
will continue throughout March at all Michaels stores.michaels.
To celebrate National Craft Month, Jo-Ann superstores are offering a
variety of opportunities throughout March for guests to learn more about
crafting, create free crafts and enjoy discounts, including:

-- March 1: Knit and Crochet Social from 6 to 9 p.m.m.

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CHA, of which Michaels Stores, Inc.; try a variety of
crafts including knitting, jewelry making and watercolor and receive
discounts on supplies and craft classes.

-- March 19: Free Prom Event from 1 to 3 p .

About Jo-Ann Stores
Jo-Ann Stores, Inc.com ), the leading national
fabric and craft retailer with locations in 47 states, operates 730 Jo-Ann
Fabrics and Crafts traditional stores and 120 Jo-Ann superstores.

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