Michael J. Dupey started his own craft store in 1973. He originally opened his first location in Dallas, Texas. Today, he has 1,274 locations across the United States and Canada, selling everything from paints to canvas to yarn. Michaels customers can buy all sorts of art supplies — including frames, canvases, yarn, beads and more. Michaels sells products under several different brands, including Aaron Brothers, Recollections, Bead Landing and Studio Decor.