The craft store is planning to open a new location in Meyerland Plaza, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

About the project

According to the filing, the store will span approximately 69,000 square feet, previously occupied by Palais Royal, and cost $3.5 million to remodel. Construction is scheduled to begin in August and is expected to be completed by March 2027. Details are subject to change.

The backstory

David and Barbara Green founded Hobby Lobby in 1970 after taking out a $600 loan to make picture frames, states a note on the website. Two years later, the couple opened the first storefront in Oklahoma City.

The franchise now has more than 1,000 stores across the United States and offers around 70,000 items, including home decor, seasonal decor, tableware, craft supplies, yarn and fabric.