Today I really needed a shelf for my office. I looked to several places, and I really didn't think…read moreI would find what I needed at Hobby Lobby. I was wrong! Not only did I find just the right size, it was a fantastic price too. One employee really stood out for me and that was the young man Michael who put the shelf on a flat bed cart for me and waited patiently while I stood in a super line line. He was so kind in helping me get it into the van that I would have tipped him had it been allowed. Today was a crazy day at all the stores I went to (not sure why it looked like the last days before Christmas!) Michael was a joy and the shelf is just what I wanted.

Today we experienced the rudest employee we've ever had the displeasure of meeting at any hobby…read morelobby. We almost put all our things down and left. Next time we will drive out of our way to go to a different store. The checkout lines were insanely long, aisles were closed off for stocking and it was so busy you could barely move. We don't need a rude front end manager on top of all that making the whole experience even worse. Do better.

They have Vera Bradley bags/wallets, Precious Moments, Disney Collection, China, Willow and lots of…read morenice gifts for any occasion. Found a really nice bracelet for my friends mother thats turning "80"...its inspirational. Friendly staff!! The gal wrapped it so well...kudos to her!!

The yard is now smoother and I look forward to seeing grassy sprouts popping through the pine straw…read moreand when that happens I'll ask the Tennessee Standard folks back for a sign to show off their handiwork to the neighbors.

Recently, my wife and I stopped by The Happy Envelope looking for a decorative towel for a hostess…read moregift. We found the perfect selection. They also have notecards, candles, books, and 'city posters' of Knoxville and other unique cities; listing businesses and points of interest. They can also custom design stationary for you, or you can choose from their in-house collection. Conveniently located in Bearden, they are a quick drive to get that special, one of a kind, gift for a loved one. Follow me on Yelp for more places of interest in the Knoxville and East Tennessee area.

Very very cute shop located inside Ace, but with separate staff. A wide variety of home decor,…read moregifts, baby items, clothing and so much more. This would be a great stop for realtors for housewarming gifts. The staff are friendly and helpful. Things sell quickly so if you like something, grab it. Then head next door to Ace for awesome customer service and all the tools and plants you could need.

Ok... another 5 star....this place is a gem!!! Let your man go shopping for his hardware…read more... connected to Ace is the place with your helpful hardware man!!! He only asked asked me once I'm going ....between their garden center at Ace and the ELDERS MERCANTILE .... what a connection!!!! I can shop for anyone and everyone in this store.... from candles to jewelry to clothes to purses to cooking accessories to home decorating it's a treasure chest.... if you're not sure what to buy that special someone for Christmas or birthday or whatever you just need to step inside the doors of this little addition off of ACE HARDWARE ..... and you'll find something you need too!! LIVE IT!

We were stopping next door at Dollar Tree for classroom party favors and decided to pop into BAM!…read more(Yes, that's the acronym they use, along with the super cool exclamation point). I told my son, "Let's get a gift card for your teacher quick and then we'll be out of here." 45 minutes later, I responded to my child in only grunts, as my attention was sucked in by the clearance kid section, discounted Christmas cards, and of course, the large selection of stocking stuffer-esque gifts near the registers. So many fun things to be seen and read in this store. I mistakenly thought this was a used book store, but it is moreso like a Barnes and Noble with an arguably better selection and pricing. I was a bit bummed that they don't have a free reward program, but instead a paid annual membership program that offers discounts and coupons. I may have considered joining this, but we are mostly a library family, so it wouldn't be worth the cost for us. I will be back and can't wait to explore by myself sometime soon. I think I could spend hours here.

I will never go to a books a million again…read more We had a doctor's appointment nearby, and love books . . . so we stopped in. We enjoyed the selection, and had a nice time perusing everything in stock. It was really fun to walk through this store, there were so many books, and so much variety, and even other non book items that we were really excited about like backpacks with our favorite book characters featured. I loved that. I did NOT love checking out. We don't live local to this store, so it wouldn't make sense for us to have gotten a subscription. The check out lady asked us to join and I said no thank you. She kept asking, and I kept saying I was not interested, and I explained that I don't live nearby, and this was a one time special trip. She continued to tell me how stupid it would be to not buy this subscription, and in chastising (and honestly insulting) me, she was holding up the line that was quickly forming behind me. I kept saying no thank you, and I really just wanted to get out of there and away from the situation. I couldn't believe how rude and in considerate this lady was. This could have been a great experience, where I was excited to come back. I love book stores. We have made big trips to other book stores because we love them so much. But this one had me wondering if I would ever want to go to a brick and mortar store again in my life. I wish I could give a worse star rating. Seriously, if there is an older woman working when you walk in, just turn right back around, it's going to be a serious headache if you stay.

Mom and I haven't shopped together for so long... Today she was excited to come, for 2 plus years…read morebecause of radiation and chemo treatments. She was jazzed to go out with me like we use to. While we were eating lunch this place caught my eye and it helped that the gal at the register recommended. As we entered we saw cool stuff all around, and noted people rented spaces, and each space was fun! Lots of new clothing, signs, hand made items etc... Decorated to draw you into their spaces. Very clean, something for everyone, prices were moderate.

While the selection wasn't bad, Service was extremely poor. Workers were unfriendly and rude. When…read moreI asked for help with a large item, I was told they wouldn't be willing to assist. Nor would they hold any of the large paintings for me at the front until I finished shopping, I had to carry it with me around the entire store, knocking into things etc. (it was too big for a cart) terrible customer service.

Cute bookshop with standard bookstore offerings and friendly service. A nice uncrowded cafe and a…read morewelcoming environment.

Years ago, the store would have received much higher marks from me. Recently went in there and…read moresearch of a book which was listed as available. Most of the books were gone and the associates couldn't help me find the book I was looking for. The store was pretty much full of non-book merchandise: toys, expensive, greeting cards, etc. Less room for sitting down to just look at a book which I really appreciated having prior to this. Finally found the book I was looking for and checked it out , but I missed the way Barnes & Noble used to be.

The young woman working at the Pizza Hut Express, I think her name was Lily (?) was a delight…read more Friendly, helpful, and polite. Informed me that soda machine was out of service, apologized and said if I picked out a drink from the store she would be happy to ring it up there. She was just a very personable and pleasant person. A true Target asset.

I found the perfect swimsuits in January in Target. I had shopped all over for a swimsuit. I had…read morepurchased some online and happened to find two swimsuits here. There was a good selection for a Caribbean trip for my son's wedding. The dressing rooms were clean and clothes were picked up and rehung. Checkout was prompt also!