Came here on a recommendation from a friend. Place was full of crafts of all different kinds. Was…read morepleasantly surprised with all the great booths this place has. Will definitely will be returning the next time they come around. Pictures were not allowed.

Love this place. Each Show is different and keeps me coming back. Most products are hand made from…read morethe vendors there. Not too many places like that anymore.

A Beautiful, Well-Stocked Studio Perfect for Crops and Creative Retreats…read more I attended a 3-day crop here for $79, and it was absolutely worth it. Just keep in mind -- it's a no-frills experience, which means you're paying for the convenience of a very clean, well-organized studio where you can craft comfortably with friends. The space is stocked with every tool, supply, and embellishment you could possibly need for scrapbooking, card making, journaling, or any kind of paper crafting. They even run a tab for you during your crop, which is so convenient when you find last-minute items you want to buy. Location & Space The studio is located in a business park, so it's easy to miss from the street. It's upstairs, but once you walk in, it's spotless and beautifully decorated -- vintage, feminine, and upscale in style. The layout and organization make it easy to find exactly what you need without digging through clutter. Experience & Staff Frank was there during my crop, and he's genuinely kind and helpful. People come in and out regularly, and it's clear the shop carries unique and hard-to-find products that keep customers coming back. I'm also part of the Journal Club and Card Making Club, and both are very reasonably priced. Whether you're crafting solo or with friends, this place is a gem. Highly recommend attending one of their crops or just stopping by to browse -- it's an inspiring space for any paper crafter.

Just visited Frank Garcia Studio in Upland, CA. This is a must-go-place for all multia media…read morecrafters! They have paper, fabric, lace, wax seals, dies, moulds, watercolor supplies, soldering, all tools, punches, scissors, glue, and more! I bought quite a few things can't wait to use it all. Frank himself was there and greeted me, staff was helpful with all my questions. Very clean and organized. Can't wait to come back again!

Thank you so much Maria(Store Manager) for helping out with all the material cutting. My friend and…read moreI collected tons of donations for Ryan's Cases, which is an organization that makes pillow cases for kids that are in the hospital fighting cancer. Maria and her employee really took their time helping us find the cutest material and gave us lots of new ideas.Thank you so much Maria and your wonderful employees.

Waited 15 minutes at their photo framing department and during that time, I asked 3 different…read moreemployees that happened to walk by, if anyone was working the Framing Department. One employee finally went up to the front and over the loudspeaker I heard her announce, "service in framing", 5 minutes later a manager came over and told me that their framer would not be available for another 15 minutes; I walked out. I can get my job done someplace else. Horrible service!!!

This Michael's is a bit out of my way, but I went there yesterday because I needed black poster…read moreboard which was out of stock in La Verne. It appears bigger and seems to have more variety of things than my local Michael's. Like another Yelper mentioned, they have a balloon service and yesterday they had at least 5 balloon bouquets ready to be picked up! I wish I had taken a picture. It is a bit of a maze but since I was talking to my daughter on the phone anyway, I walked every aisle and appreciated all the variety of items available, from figurines for DIY dollhouses or dioramas, to fabrics, to dozens of types of yarn, to silk flowers, to frames, to paper products such as the black poster board I needed. Two staff up front helping people, even though you basically use a touchscreen--one was guiding an older customer how to navigate the touchscreen, and the other was helping a young person use her gift card. Michael's is just a place that makes me happy to walk into because it's bright, inviting, and allows people to explore or dive deeper into their creative side.

Went in today for the free chameleon craft class and had such a blast! Tatiana was so friendly and…read morehad such beautiful patience with my very happy and talkative toddler. The craft had several developmental stages included (perfect for all ages): from cutting to gluing to watercolor and markers...such a fun process. Thanks Ms T, can't wait to drop in again!

What was supposed to be a magical birthday celebration for my daughter at Disneyland got completely…read morerained out. Who came to the rescue? In The Kiln! We scrambled for a last-minute change of plans, and it turned out to be absolutely perfect. They were incredibly accommodating: we hosted the birthday party right in the studio, decorated the space, brought our own food and non-alcoholic drinks, and set up a special designated area for the birthday girl and her friends. Laura and Bob were beyond patient and so helpful with the kids, guiding them every step of the way to make sure everything came out just right. The selection of pottery pieces is huge (overwhelming in the best way) and they even surprised us with a complimentary plate featuring all her friends' little fingerprints. What a thoughtful touch! It was such a fun, creative day, and everyone stayed nice and dry. Highly recommend for families, especially when plans go sideways.

Brought my son to try pottery for the first. Lexi was absolutely amazing and so patient with him…read more She taught him how to throw on the wheel for the first time and he was able to not only make, but finish 2 pieces!!! Absolutely amazing!!

Great service. Staff was very knowledgeable and took the time to help me find the right paper. They…read morealso offered samples so I could test before purchase. I would recommend this business.

Here they have Excellent paper! We have purchased paper here for many years. Thank you Kelly Paper…read more :)

I live by LAX and the ceramic studio that I belong to doesn't do Raku firings. HOWEVER, last year…read moreand this year we were able to come here to experience the art of Raku. It was like an educational hands on field trip for us. Also a fun way to be more creative and collaborative with another ceramic studio. I had a fantastic experience last year and when I found out that we were going to be able to return this year, I jumped on the opportunity! They provide the glazes, the brushes and their expertise. There were several people helping us during this event. Every single staff member was an expert in Raku. They knew so much about their glazes and combinations, the entire firing operation, reduction and post firing procedures. There's a lot of down time while waiting for the kiln to reach its optimum temperature. We got to ask the staff all kinds of questions. They were eager to interact with us: warm and inviting, full of great advice and really knowledgeable ceramicists. Such great team work!They don't talk down to anyone, even praised some of our potter's art work. I loved hearing people share how they made their pieces, and I was proud to share my own story about the construction of my "bird bath" - as one of my fellow ceramicist called it. The participation between the two studios was phenomenal! Thank you Dave, Erik, Oscar, Mary, Darrell and Elise. Sorry that Scott wasn't with us today. You guys are fantastic!!! By the way, thanks to you, Dave and Erik, I absolutely love the way my pieces came out! Your patience and advice made my day. For those of you nay sayers, I've been doing ceramics since 1972, so I kind of think I know something about clay. Bravo! If I live long enough, I'll be back! A million stars for the Clay Yard!

We had an amazing time. Liz is very patient, and she's a great teacher. If you're not interested in…read morejoining, they do private group sessions.

Great place to come as a group and enjoy a bonding activity! My work organized coming here as a…read moregroup for team building and get to know each other. Almost everyone chose to do one with a couple exceptions. Even if you didn't do one you were able to seat with the group and interact. They have a vast variety of options and definitely something for every person to enjoy! The prices vary by the sizes of the items chosen and once you choose something, you select your colors. They have a guide to show how the will look after cured since the colors don't look the same as when you are applying it. They were only out of 1 color which wasn't a big deal. You get to choose up to 5 colors but since we were a big group some shared an extra color or two with others. We had about 2 hrs to work on it and once we were done we left them. About 1 week later the organizer brought the finished products into the office. This is a fun and unique experience for those who don't mind getting a bit dirty. The paint does easily come out with a wash so no need to worry.

I paid the non-refundable $200 fee for a birthday party expecting a designated party experience,…read morebut unfortunately it was extremely underwhelming and did not justify the additional cost. The "party space" was cluttered with inventory, drying racks, paper rolls, and painting supplies, making it feel more like overflow workspace than a reserved party area. The party table itself was barely separated from the rest of the store setup, which made the experience feel no different than simply walking in and paying the regular studio fee. We only had five painters, and honestly we could have paid the standard studio fees ($50) and received essentially the exact same experience. The only noticeable difference the extra cost provided was a chalkboard sign with a very sweet handwritten note to the birthday girl. I do want to emphasize that the two young women working were extremely kind, helpful, and clearly doing their best. My disappointment is not with the staff, but with the facility setup and the value of what is being marketed as a "party package." At the current price point, the space and accommodations simply do not justify the significant upcharge for what was provided.

MY NEW FAVORITE PLANT NURSRY!!!!!…read more I used to go to those commercialized stores to buy small indoor plants, but I have noticed those stores don't carry a lot of different varieties and tend to limit their supply only for some of the popular ones we usually see in the neighbor's front yard. However, since becoming a plant person in 2020, I decided to turn my little office space into a garden and better feng shui as well. So I was SURPRISED to find this hidden gem in Claremont on our lazy Saturday afternoon stroll in the neighborhood. Once I stepped inside of the nursery, I was so excited that I explored every single corner of the nursery to make sure I did not miss anything they have to offer!!! I showed the owner a plant I have been searching everywhere for and she was like, oh yeah, its right here! this little one. I was then mesmerized... or tunnel visioned ... narrowed in on the plant itself. It was truly a happy moment for me. I can't wait to bring her home and be her best plant parent!

This cute little shop is connected or adjacent to Noren's Nursery. It is the most adorable shop…read moreI've been too. You can see some of the cutest mini fairy garden displays. The staff is friendly and happy to have you come in and visit. I highly recommend stopping by.