Michaels is an arts and crafts retail store with hundreds of locations across the nation.It is the largest arts and crafts retailer in the U.S. with one of the widest varieties of craft supplies. Find yarn, paint, picture frames, scrapbooking, beads and much more. In addition to being an arts and crafts manufacturer, Michaels also sells party essentials, baking supplies, holiday décor, and many other items.