Located in Hadley, Mass., Michaels Stores Inc. is one of the largest specialty retailers of arts, crafts, framing, floral, wall decor and seasonal merchandise for the hobbyists and do-it-yourself home decorators in the United States. The company currently owns and operates more than 1,030 Michaels stores in 49 states and Canada. It has over 140 Aaron Brothers stores and has ten private brands, including Loops and Threads, Recollections, Studio Decor, Bead Landing, Ashland, Celebrate It, Art Minds Loft and Craft Smart.