I didn't even know about this place until I was googling sensory toys for my daughter and this came…read moreup. We came by one day, and I was amazed at how massive the place is. And the selection of toys! Incredible! My daughter was in heaven! Tons of sensory stuff - slime, squishies, glitter wands, a massive selection of Nee-Doh, etc etc. They also sell Schleich figurines, bunch of kits/sets for science, magic, gems, etc, and other "regular" toys. We mainly stayed in the toy section, so we didn't venture over to the hobby side, but it looked like there was tons of stuff. Place was clean and well organized. Ample free parking in the lot outside.

Policy of leaving items on check-out counter a huge problem! Make sure to buy unique items right…read moreaway, left 2 last of their kind Nitro RC engines at checkout, while continuing to shop, and "another" customer bought them, only for sales rep to tell me, he be back tom for $ return, only to spite me!? Worst Hobby Store and CS possible, better to shop online via Amazon / Ebay etc, have done ever since, their stock so limited not even worth shopping there !? unless your buying Traxxas Crap etc, they do not offer much Hobby Scale quality items if any !! not even Tamiya SuperChamp front tires or rims etc !!?

Staff are Super friendly and professional Store is…read moreincredibly clean and organized My favorite store :)*

Hip hip hooray! Parents and Moms-to-be rejoice! A 3rd location for Once Upon a Child opened up…read morelast year - this time in Sherwood Park. I had a chance to run in here last month while my daughter was at ski lessons and what a treat! Books were on clearance for $1 that day! YES - $1 books! Came home with a giant bag filled with books to overfill our already filled bookshelves! But hey, since when could one have too many books? Once Upon a Child is HANDS DOWN the best consignment store chain for used children's clothing and accessories. I've frequented them in Edmonton for several years now and even visited one in Saskatoon! You can drop off your gently used clothing and toys to trade in for store credit if you'd like as well. They offer a frequent purchaser stamp card to earn discounts and usually have coupons in the SUTP coupon book. They are on facebook and have an e-mail list if you would like advance notice for upcoming sales and specials! They also carry new items like Melissa & Doug at prices below what you would find at Toys R Us. Once Upon A Child is most definitely a dream come true for frugal shoppers who know that a baby outfit may get worn once or not at all!

I have to say that, this Terra Losa location is a store which I have brought my art prints in to…read morehave framed several times, and it has consistently blown me away with the amazing level of customer service the provide... Today, I left the adjacent Staples absolutely furious and disgusted with the complete incompetence and degenerate so called service and management (another story, but seriously, horrible). I was concerned that I was not in good frame of mind to conduct business with specific and costly art framing services, but I needed to use my day off to get it done... The framing staff member Kianna, was exemplary. She was extremely courteous and used her expertise to help me with my price consciousness and particular aesthetic interests. She was not condescending in any way and explained very clearly what her processes were and listened to what I was saying regarding my needs, hopes and timelines. She paid attention and came with suggestions and guidance in a way which showed me that she had my interests in mind. If I were to show or share to any service people what I would want and expect in really good customer service, I would playback the experience I had. In fact, I left feeling redeemed because she also clued me into the sale/deal which was within my timeline forthcoming and saved me a huge amount (not even kidding). It is hardly ever which I would go out of my way to share positive review of corporate chain stores, but, as they say, it is people which make the business good bad or in this case great. Full credit to Kianna, her team of coworkers and the management of the Terra Losa Michaels for turning my night from completely disgusted (disgraceful Staples in the same plaza), into very thankful and pleased/satisfied. I would go so far as to say, that they made my night. Well done.

Oh my wallet hurts every time I enter this store. Michaels has become my go to, not for crafts but…read morehome decor. I am a sucker for the by one get one frees and have stocked up over the years than more fancy baskets than is necessary. This Michaels also has a great selection of crafting supplies and you can always use a coupon found online for one regular priced item. The front lady at reception is always so lovely as well and they are now a puralator pick up zone!

Ran in with my 6 year old to find a birthday gift for his friend. An amazing selection of toys,…read morecrafts, puzzles, books and sweet treats. Comparable prices to big box stores but better selection. My favourite part? Free gift wrapping! Very friendly staff and great service. We got a selection of a science themed toy, a silly toy and pop rocks. We were both pretty pleased. My son liked the toys and I liked the price.

Poor service. Used a gift card at the store, which they said didn't go through. I paid using credit…read morecard instead. Days later, I checked balance on gift card and the transaction showed up. Presented loads of information and proof to the store and they did a lot of talking to to the powers that be, but ultimately nothing was done to remedy the situation. not even a small discount on my next visit was offered. There won't be a next visit.

This store is like Disneyland for people who love beading! The selection is beyond amazing here…read more You definitely need time to explore the store. Do not come here if you are in a rush and have a limited amount of time. I came here specifically to check out the beads made of semi precious stones. I had some ideas of what I wanted to buy before coming to the store. However, I left with more items than I initially planned. I found the products were clearly labelled with the type of beads, size of beads and prices. The store was well organized. I didn't have any difficulty finding what I was looking for. However, I did go around the store a few times to make sure I saw most things at least once. This store is jam packed! They have all the supplies you need to make beaded jewellery. For example, they sell different kinds of string, glue, jewellery findings and tools for jewellery making. They also have a random selection of costume jewellery, socks, purses, wallets, embroidery, sage, essential oils, books and so much more! This store had larger selection of beads than what you would find at a big box craft store. I found the prices pretty reasonable. I will definitely be back here when I need more supplies!

Making bead necklaces was a huge hobby for me years ago. Lately, I have been wanting to get back…read moreinto it. However, it can be difficult - and expensive - to find beads, charms, pendants, and all of the findings (the parts needed to put everything together, like clasps). Then I discovered Bead World. Beadmaking is not just for hippies anymore. This store is huge on the inside and features several rooms of charms, strings of beads made from different materials like glass or stone, ribbons and strings with clasps already attached (just add charms), and even a small selection of wallets, purses, and pre-made jewelry. The charms and pendants are incredible. There is a huge selection of religious ones for Christians and Buddhists, ones for sports, ones made from fimo clay, and even ones from Swarovski crystal. Many are from the Shag Wear designer line. I bemoaned the lack of Stars of David, but otherwise had to exert a great deal of self control. I got one horizontal fimo charm, a string of beads that look different than anything I own, and a bag of jump loops (used to connect pendants to a necklace). The prices are much lower than any other bead store I have visited and the selection is better. I am inspired and will be back.

Worst service ever unfortunately .Never thought I would have to endure such demeaning behaviour…read morefrom a business . Worse there was never an acknowledgement or apology for her actions and she was quick to make accusations. I would have preferred not having wasted my time here! I never leave reviews unless positive but this one I couldn't pass up. If you want quality service not just items look elsewhere. Plenty of other businesses that are happy to welcome new customers. I would have preferred to leave a positive review.

When we used to live on the south side, this shop was always on my radar. However, it being our…read morepre-wedding, pre-baby era, I never went in. I was always too tempted to buy adorable baby stuff and just horde it away. Not good. However, now that we are expecting the Little Man, and we just happened to be in the area, we decided to stop in. This is my kind of boutique. It's small and quite specialized, and a little on the pricier side, but they have some great stuff. I was particularly impressed with the selection of diaper bags. I've been finding it really hard to find a great looking, functional diaper bag at all, let alone something that's going to work for both me and my husband. They had several in our allotted diaper bag budget that fit the bill. They also had the cuts selection of wooden soother clips. The girl working was very helpful and willing to answer questions while still giving us space to browse on our own, which I appreciate. Some places find it hard to strike that balance. And, if I find they had something I can't get anywhere else, I will definitely kae the trip back to Summerside to pay them a visit. Well done.

Love LOVE love me some Sweet Boutique!…read more I've been shopping here since the days of parking lot chaos at their first location. Sweet Boutique recently celebrated their 5th birthday! I love their new location on St. Albert Trail next to BP's. (I think it's been almost 3 years here?) From their live WIW (Win It Wednesday) Facebook streams to their name of the day discount, Sweet Boutique knows how to court their regulars. They've got it all, from the softest leggings on the planet to the best jeans for every body type! I love that Sweet Boutique has something to help every woman feel her best. They even have something for the men in your life. Last year, I got sassy and funky dress socks for my kids' male teachers. The customer service is second to none and the vibe is cozy chic from the moment you walk through the door. Be sure to sign up for their free loyalty program to earn rewards!

We have shopped there in person twice and online once. Each time we shopped in person the staff has…read morebeen beyond helpful, friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and have had a good eye for what colours and styles would be flattering on me, which is wonderful since I tend to be hard to fit. They have a wide selection of sizes, from XSmall to 3X. I'm about a size 24/3X and some of their 3X items are almost too big on me, which always makes me smile. The staff treats me with the same respect they give small to average size women, which in my experience doesn't happen often in a plus/regular mix size store. Along with clothing, they have accessories, fun items like socks and sweets, and a wall of personal care items like bath bombs, body cream, hand sanitizer, and aromatherapy. The owner, Laura, is an amazing member of the community who supports other small businesses and brought joy to my family at a rough time when we were missing a loved one. She wasn't asked, she just offered and we will always be thankful to her for her act of kindness.

I can not believe how bare the shelves are. All the…read morecrafters bought up everything. The dye I wanted was sold out. As was the yarn and needles I wanted. They no longer sell spray paint. So, I left empty handed.

Today I had to run to Michaels at 99st ( South Edmonton Common) to buy a few items urgently. I…read morereached out to the Cashier Wendy ( aka Wendy with a smile) to help me find the things I wanted. Wendy was very kind to advise me about the deals so that my shopping could be done efficiently by saving money ($) which was really great!! I highly recommend the Michaels and you won't be disappointed. Cheers!