Crafting can be a pricey hobby. To enjoy it without going over budget, you might also need to get crafty with your shopping strategy.
Shopping at Michael’s is a convenient way to stock up on your favorite supplies, but it can also be a great way to save. Michael’s offers lots of deals and promotions to help you get your craft on without breaking the bank. Here are a few of our top tips to save money at Michael’s.
Join Michael’s Rewards
Michael’s Rewards offers some wonderful benefits for shoppers. Members receive exclusive savings offers, invitations to members-only events, sale alerts, and more. Plus, you can make returns without a receipt, so you won’t be stuck keeping a product you don’t want just because you already shredded the receipt to make confetti.
Buy in Bulk
Purchasing products in bulk can help you save up to 50%. This can help you save money on the most common crafting supplies, like mason jars, brushes, paints, and so much more.
Watch for Coupons, Sales, and Clearances
Michael’s offers a lot of limited-time savings in the form of coupons, sales, and clearances.
If you’re passionate about coupons, Michael’s can give you your fix. That because the chain runs a lot of coupons. Watch for coupons that offer 40% off an item, 20% off your entire order, and more. Best of all, you can stack coupons. You can only use one like coupon per day, but as long as each coupon is different, you should be fine!
Not only that, Michael’s offers some terrific sales. Michael’s frequently offers 50% off select products. Weekly sales start on Sundays. Since Michael’s doesn’t offer rainchecks, head to the store early in the week to make sure you get the sale products you want.
You’ll also find a lot of good clearance deals at Michael’s. Green stickers mean a product is new to clearance. Orange clearance stickers mean a product is at or near its final markdown.
Michael’s also offers hard-to-beat seasonal clearances. The day after a holiday, seasonal items are usually 60% off. After that, they drop to 80%. Then, any remaining items may end up in a $2-$4 seasonal grab bag!
Take Advantage of Price Matching
Michael’s will price match select competitors. Plus, Michael’s even offers an additional 10% off the competitor’s price. Similarly, Michael’s will also honor coupons from competitors. Price matching doesn’t stack with other coupons, but it can still offer great savings.
🛍️ Michaels 101: How to Shop & Save Money (Complete Guide)
Shopping at Michaels can get expensive fast—but if you know the system, you can save a LOT on crafts, décor, and DIY supplies. Here’s a detailed beginner-friendly guide to shopping smart.
1. Always Use Coupons (Biggest Savings Tip)
Michaels is famous for frequent coupons like:
- 40%–50% off one item
- 20% off entire purchase (occasionally)
Where to find them:
- Michaels website
- Email newsletter
- Weekly ad
- Mobile app
💡 You can often use multiple different coupons in one transaction (just not duplicates).
2. Join Michaels Rewards (Free Money Back)
Sign up for the Michaels Rewards program to get:
- % back on purchases
- Birthday rewards
- Exclusive coupons
- Early access to sales
Example: You can earn rewards after spending and redeem them later for discounts.
3. Use the App for Extra Deals
The Michaels app helps you:
- Store coupons digitally
- Get daily deals & flash sales
- Receive alerts for limited-time offers
👉 Sometimes app coupons are better than in-store ones.
4. Shop Weekly Ads & Time Your Trips
- New sales usually start Sunday
- Popular items can sell out quickly
Best timing strategies:
- Shop early in the week
- Wait for big coupons before large purchases
- Look for 1–2 day flash sales
5. Stack Savings (Smart Strategy)
At Michaels, you can combine:
- Coupon + sale price ✅
- Rewards + coupons ✅
- Price match + coupon (in some cases)
But:
- You can’t stack identical coupons
💡 Always ask the cashier about current promos—they sometimes know unadvertised deals.
6. Don’t Skip Clearance & Dollar Sections
Look in:
- Clearance aisles
- End caps
- Front “$1–$5 bins”
You can find:
- Seasonal décor
- Craft supplies
- Gift items at deep discounts
7. Shop After Holidays (Huge Discounts)
Michaels heavily discounts seasonal items:
- 50–60% off right after holidays
- Up to 80% off later
💡 Perfect for stocking up for next year.
8. Use Price Matching
Michaels will match competitors like:
- Joann Fabrics
- Hobby Lobby
As long as:
- Item is identical
- Price is current
This can save you even more on big purchases.
9. Look for Special Discounts
You may qualify for extra savings:
- Teachers
- Military
- Seniors
These discounts are usually 10–15% off.
10. Buy in Bulk for Events
Planning a wedding, party, or DIY project?
Michaels offers:
- Bulk pricing (MichaelsPro)
- Discounts on items like jars, frames, candles
11. Sign Up for Emails & Text Alerts
You’ll get:
- Exclusive coupons
- Flash sale notifications
- Weekly deal alerts
Sometimes these deals are time-sensitive (same-day only).
12. Check Your Receipt for More Savings
After checkout, your receipt may include:
- Survey coupons
- Discounts for your next visit
13. Bonus Pro Tips (Advanced Savings)
- Wait for big purchases until a 20% off total coupon appears
- Combine coupons with clearance for maximum savings
- Plan your shopping list to avoid impulse buys
- Check for damaged or imperfect items—often heavily discounted
✅ Final Strategy (Simple Formula)
👉 Best way to save at Michaels:
- Join Rewards
- Clip coupons (app/email)
- Shop weekly sales
- Add clearance items
- Stack everything possible
✔️ Bottom Line
Shopping at Michaels doesn’t have to be expensive. With the right strategy, you can:
- Save 40–80% regularly
- Stack deals like a pro
- Get more value for every craft project
Download the Michael’s App
The Michael’s app gives you easy access to the weekly ad to look for deals. But more importantly, the app also offers coupons that you can have handy whenever you shop.
What other ways have you found to save money at Michael’s? Let us know in the comments section below.