Topic: Sewing

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MAGAREXIA
Episode 1743 2:23:59 - 2:28:30

1743: MAGAREXIA

Joann Fabrics Bankruptcy, Decline of Sewing in America

Joann Fabrics, the largest fabric retailer in the U.S., has filed for bankruptcy and begun closing 800 stores. The decline is attributed to sewing becoming a "lost art" as schools phase out home economics and shop classes in favor of gender studies. The hosts reminisce about learning to sew and the history of the store, which originally began as a cheese shop.