Michaels Offers Tips for Preserving Michael Jackson Memorabilia

IRVING, Texas, July 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Michael Jackson fans are pulling out old
albums, posters, concert tickets and other memorabilia and are collecting new
keepsakes to remember and celebrate the King of Pop.

Michaels, the nation's largest custom framer, offers these tips for preserving
and displaying memorabilia to last for generations to come:

-- Mount photos and paper memorabilia on acid-free paper
-- Use acid-free glue and tape to mount items
-- Use glare-free conservation glass to prevent fading caused by the
sun's UV rays
-- Group smaller items around your treasured piece to create a larger
display

"Unprotected memorabilia such as concert programs, album covers and especially
autographed photos will deteriorate quickly without proper preservation," said
Michaels President and Chief Operating Officer Shelley Broader. "Framing old
souvenirs or new ones like magazine covers and newspapers will create
personalized, treasured mementos for years to come."

Michaels framing specialists recommend specific materials like preservation
mats and mounting boards that protect your memorabilia from air pollution,
acids and deterioration. These are the same products used by museums to
preserve historic documents. The use of special conservation glass shields
your items from damaging UV rays to make sure keepsakes will last for decades
without fading or yellowing.

Other Michaels framing options include album cover frames and shadow boxes
that are available in various sizes to protect and display smaller items such
as ticket stubs, backstage passes and concert pins.

About Michaels

Michaels Stores, Inc. is North America's largest specialty retailer of arts,
crafts, framing, floral, wall decor, and seasonal merchandise for the hobbyist
and do-it-yourself home decorator. The company currently owns and operates
over 1000 Michaels stores in 49 states and Canada and over 150 Aaron Brothers
stores. For more information visit www.michaels.com

Media Contact: Kristen Kauffman or Alexandra Elliott
(817) 329-3257
Kristen@spmcommunications.com
Alexandra@spmcommunications.com

SOURCE Michaels Stores, Inc.

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