Stephanie created the perfect birthday gift. Her expertise & attention to detail is definitely a…read morestrength noticeably throughout her shop. The Aurora Borealis is my favorite because my military time in Alaska. Cost for duplication is priceless. There is a variety of "Bead Artistry" products available for the beginner or advanced skill levels. I highly recommend visiting Stephanie for all your projects or activities.

This store is owned by the loveliest woman and is a well curated bead shop with Preciosa and Czech…read morecrystal beads. Stephanie teaches classes and will give you help and tips if you come in and ask questions. The selection is great but I do miss some of the curated small quantity customs beads. I know crystals sell, so I don't mind, but I used to get the MOST unique beads there! The store is clean, well organised and a great place to spend an afternoon. The value is comparable to other bead shops and it's so convenient if you just need a few beads to finish a project. I will say, the crystals are pricey, but they'd be close to the same price at pretty much any bead specific store and if you're just making a pair of earrings or a bracelet you can't go wrong shopping here!

I love shopping at Hobby Lobby ! I have got a few pieces of furniture here and love the quality. I…read morego to buy anything involving decorating my home or hobby's .

Friendlier staff no doubt! All these stores are just a…read moremini-Walmart of crafts. The employees basically ring customers up, have zero crafting experience and no way will the EVER reach the status of the former company "Joann Fabrics" founded in 1943 and was the largest fabric company in the USA.

Color Me Mine does not disappoint. I have been here like five times or more now. Today was special…read moreas it was the first time my youngest child came to paint an item. My family got here when we they opened. Conner explained how to clean the item and how many coats of paint to put on the item so it stands out. He was attentive and very kind. Was willing to refill all our paint in our trays multiple times and never had a disgruntled attitude. He was the best helper we have ever had. He was fantastic at helping other adults and children around us as well. Was a experience to remember. I recommend this for 3 years old and up, just understand that it could take you 45 minutes or you could be like me and take 3 hours.

I came here last Saturday afternoon when they opened. Color Me Mine has definitely changed since…read morethe pandemic and under the new ownership at this location it has been a disappointment. It used to feel much more colorful, with ceramic pieces displayed throughout the entire store to choose from. Now, most of the ceramics are limited to one wall, and the overall atmosphere feels more modern rather than having the warm, family-oriented environment I remember from when I worked there years ago for many years. And no more fun discount days. The process has changed as well. Staff now ask what paint colors you would like and bring them to your table instead of the previous self-serve setup. Once you enter, they ask how many people are in your group, tell you what table to sit at, and give you a plate of colors along with instructions on the number of coats. They don't often check up if you need clean water either. Things that stayed the same is after you paint you leave the pieces on the table and they clean everything for you. Once you pay they give you your receipt and they write down when your piece will be ready. And they can only hold it in store for two weeks once's ready. Something new that's nice is they text you now. Because some don't have the best handwriting. I could not ready the date on my receipt card when it will be ready. Ceramic pieces range from $20 and up, plus there is a $10 studio fee. Definitely pricy the cheapest one I saw was $24. No outside food is allowed, and there is a 50% charge for broken pieces. Guests are also asked to wash their hands before handling the ceramics, and prices are labeled underneath each piece. They also no longer have paint pens or options to have employees charge extra to get writing done one the pieces. I wish the staff wore name tags or at least introduced themselves. My friends and I often felt like we had to raise our hands to get assistance since paint is no longer self-serve. They wait too long for three people working there and was not even busy. I asked one employee for his name and we thought we heard Jay, although the receipt said Jad. He was probably the most helpful staff member we interacted with. Another employee seemed half asleep, hard to get his attention for help and didn't appear to enjoy his job, and he forgot a few items I had requested. One of my friends was visiting from out of town and had never been to Color Me Mine before. I think, having worked here for many years before the pandemic, I had certain expectations based on the level of customer service we used to provide during that time. Unfortunately, I won't be returning, and I don't plan on bringing my son either. The new policy requiring every person to pay the studio fee--even if they're just there to watch and not paint--is disappointing. They have plenty of tables and seats on one table, and even if I were painting by myself, I wouldn't want to be expected to share a table with strangers. That policy alone is enough to keep us from coming back. I recommend trying a different place in Fresno.

Absolutely terrible and rude customer service. I would not recommend coming here to anyone.read more

We celebrated my daughter's 12th birthday at Michael's and it was such a great experience. The kids…read morehad an absolute blast they made tie-dye shirts, friendship bracelets, and even had time to paint. Everything was organized and easy, and the staff was so kind and helpful. I loved that we could bring our own food and drinks at no extra cost, and the space was already decorated but still allowed us to add our own touches. It felt creative, relaxed, and fun for everyone and we did it all on a tight budget! Highly recommend this for anyone looking for a unique and memorable birthday spot for kids or preteens who love crafting! Also, the hostess, was super sweet and very helpful. They even cleaned everything up. 10/10

Went here to grab supplies for a project and asked an employee where something was located. She was…read moreunboxing merchandise and didn't bother to even make eye contact with me. For the record, I was polite and respectful in asking, I too worked in retail and know how hectic it is. She basically was no help and dismissive. Customer service is much more important than stocking, btw she was the only person in that department. I ended up leaving and finding everything on Amazon for a better price.

The cashier, Lynn, was so sweet to me and my friend, she was fast, and she was very careful with my…read morebreakable items!! She made our day

The cutest little shop located in downtown Fresno!! Maarte celebrates filipino culture, the queer…read morecommunity, and artists of all backgrounds-- and it just opened this last week! With a studio space right on Fulton, it can be easy to miss when walking by. However, once inside, it's a very roomy space! The decor is super cute, there's tons of plants, and the artwork for sale is all handmade (I didn't get pictures of all of it). I even got a sticker for stopping by. Christine also has yoga classes on certain days with payment options that best suit your budget (and I think there's a monthly option as well). There are a few chairs and a couch for lounging, and the staff member that I talked to was super sweet! Definitely a great hangout area or even just for a quick stop by to check everything out!

I bought an owl necklace from Casual Glitz and was pleasantly surprised by the quality! Great…read moreprices on great quality, creative...well...GLITZ! I recommend making your next jewelry purchase from them!

From the owner: We specialize in nostalgic Fresno and pop culture handmade housewares and decor. We evolved more…read moreafter listening to what our customers raved about. We can customize almost all of our products. Everything we do will totally spark up childhood memories.

Rina's studio is so great. She has a lot of items that you will not find elsewhere. She makes a…read morelot of cards that are so beautiful and for every occasion. She also has crafting classes in her studio. She is open during art hop on Thursdays or you can message her on facebook to see when she is there as this is her side gig.

I was first introduced to this studio from a yelp event I attended. Not crafty person myself, it…read morewas excited that everything is provided and pre cut ect for projects. At the yelp event Rina said she will be having a vision board workshop come the new year, now that is right up my alley! I signed myself and my daughter up and we spent a lovely 2 hours on New Year's Day at Create Studio. Those two hours were just what I needed to destress and envision how I want to see my new year. I will definitely be taking another class again!

did not expect to be as into this as I am but Good Dirt Pottery Studio has become my favorite thing…read moreI've discovered this year. went with a friend on a whim for a wheel throwing class and we were both completely hooked by the end of it. the instructor was patient and encouraging without making you feel like you were being babysat. there's something genuinely meditative about having your hands in clay for two hours and walking away with something you actually made. the studio itself is beautiful. bright, clean, thoughtfully designed. it photographs really well but it also just feels good to be in, which matters when you're trying to be creative. they do classes, open studio time, summer camps for kids, memberships if you want to go regularly. the options make it accessible whether you want to try it once or actually commit to learning the craft. Bullard Ave location is easy, parking is fine, and the staff is genuinely warm every time I've been in. Fresno honestly needed a place like this. somewhere to go that isn't a restaurant or a bar, that's actually good for your brain, and that you leave feeling proud of yourself. Good Dirt is that place. already signed up to go back.

We recently visited Good Dirt Pottery for the first time last month because my son wanted to paint…read morea ceramic piece, and we had a great experience overall! They offer both ceramic painting and pottery-making classes, and I'd love to return to try a pottery class. The only downside is that classes aren't on weekends and are held on weekday evenings for a few hours, which can be a bit hard to fit into our schedule. They had a nice variety of pieces to choose from. There's a $10 studio fee per painter plus the cost of the item. You pay for your piece first, then select colors and follow their painting instructions. My husband joined me and my son he didn't paint so was not charged a fee. The studio is about a 25-30 minute drive from Clovis, so it was a bit of a drive, but worth it for a fun, different activity together. I didn't realize beforehand that painted ceramics typically take about six weeks to be ready, though it makes sense since they also fire pottery and may have limited kiln space. Ours were actually ready in about three weeks, which was a great turnaround. Pickup was easy--they quickly located our items on a rack using the name slip attached. They didn't have the items wrapped either. One small thing I wish I had known is that they write your name and the date on the bottom of the finished piece. The ceramic I painted was a gift for my son, so I would have preferred not to have my name on it. If I had known, I would have asked about other options. Overall, the staff member who helped us choose our piece and paint colors was very friendly and helpful, making our first visit enjoyable. We'll definitely be back--especially to try one of their pottery classes!