We've dropped in here numerous times over the years. It's a big and handy Michaels to have around…read morefor miscellaneous arts and crafts knick-knacks. We always come in for promos or clearances or with a digital coupon and rarely pay regular prices here as there is never a hurry for us for their various products. And that's whether it's frames, photo albums, artificial flowers, kids' arts and crafts items, or Christmas stuff, etc. Just due to nostalgia, I often like to check what they may have in stock as far as Revell toy models for cars, planes, ships etc. The toy model inventory these days in any crafts store is almost down to nothing as it is an outdated and pretty expensive hobby for what it is anymore but still a reminder of my good 'ol childhood days. It's self checkout here these days and like in a Walgreens or ice cream shop, the customers can come and go here in big clusters. Staffers have always been helpful when needed. Thumbs up!

Gwen has to be the rudest employee I have ever encountered, I simply asked for a price adjustment…read morefrom Online to in store. She proceeded to give the biggest sight as if I had asked her for free items. I don't believe this job is for her with such attitude and attention to the customer.

During covid era I got into crocheting again from since childhood. I would get my stash of yarn…read morehere and there is often a sale bin.

Did not have the item for which I was looking. I am a wood carver and wanted to carve a wood plaque…read moreto be used as an award.

This place is AMAZING. Forget Hobby Lobby and Micheals. This is your one stop shop for all your…read morecraft needs. The prices are truly great and the owners are always so kind to me. I highly HIGHLY recommend this store. Also, I know there's a lot of miniature enthusiasts out there, they've got what we need. I will NEVER step foot in a hobby lobby again. I can't express enough how truly wonderful this store is.

I spend far too much money on craft supplies. And there are so many crafts I pick up, buy supplies,…read morethen abandon. So I thought this would be a good place to purchase some supplies. It's a little out of the way, and it's a bit of a jumble. Most of these supplies look as though they sat in a warehouse for a long time. You have to be willing to look and search. I'm pretty craft-compulsive, and I bought nothing. Nothing. There were some (longtime?) customers in the store so they must know what they want. I was able to go down aisles, wander down corridors freely and no one bothered me. I suppose if I asked for help I would have gotten it. Sorry but this was not my vibe.

Great little store tucked in the back of the H-Mart. Lots of very cute merchandise. You do have…read moreto look at the price and do a conversion to find the price in USD. Great selection of cute toys, bags, stationary, etc.. great stop for the artsy/creative kids, teens, and adults. Don't expect this to be like Hello Tokyo type prices, as it's really not meant to be a dollar store. Lots of selection and unique styled items. There is only one in person register for checkout, but the store is small enough that's all they need right now. Now that we know it's here, I'm sure now my kids will be wanting to go to H-Mart when we go grocery shopping!

ArtBox had recently opened inside of H Mart, as part of their mini stores that you can find in…read morefront of the cashiers. I was surprised that it wasn't contained inside a store, but actually took a large amount of space off to the side. They had a great selection of stickers, greeting cards, stationery, notebooks, writing tools, backpacks, cases for technology, and plushies. Prices were reasonable, considering these are imported goods. Staff is very kind and friendly, and they allow you to peruse at your heart's leisure. Definitely a fun place to check out to add to your collection or to purchase as cute gifts. +kind & friendly staff +located inside H Mart

Terrible experience. Despite clear, agreed upon deliverables, they ruined valuable memorabilia by…read moregluing it to cardboard so it can't be salvaged by experts elsewhere. They didn't use any matting so that the final effect looks cheap and unprofessional, like what a child might do for an art project, not a $150 professional frame job. Avoid this place if you care about what you're framing. They have no idea what they're doing.

From the owner: For over 30 years, the staff at Creative Edge has specialized in providing unique, creative picture…read moreframing, artwork and custom mirrors for commercial and residential clients. We recently moved from our Skokie showroom to our new Morton Grove location. Here you will find over 4,000 frame samples on display, from basic woods to one-of-a kind frames made from reclaimed tin roofing material. Combine these choices with unique designs such as hand embossed fabric mats, multiple frames and specialty matting, to create the perfect frame for your artwork.

I found their products on Michael's website and decided to order directly the BestPysanky website…read more I ordered 11 items, but received only 10 of which one was broken. I emailed the customer service about the missing item and never received a response of any kind from the company. Would never deal with them again for 100 years! Selling the items in America but totally disregarding the consumer market laws. The products are beautiful and of a good quality and size.

I placed an order for a snow globe for my granddaughter's birthday on April 18, specifically chosen…read morefor the anticipated delivery date, and for this I paid $15 shipping for the snow globe that cost $27. The window given was April 13-16 and it was needed April 18. I kept receiving updates saying that it was now expected April 17, which would have been fine. Needless to say, it did not arrive April 17 so I had to buy a new gift. I was happy to keep the globe but thought it unreasonable to pay the $15. Bestpysanky was completely unsympathetic and said the shipping charge was not their responsibility. I would still like to receive my credit and will update this review if I do.

We recently hosted my daughter's 7th birthday party here and had a fantastic experience. There…read morewere a number of options (ceramic painting, canvas painting, slime, and more!) - we chose canvas painting. The owner, Robin, and one of the other employees were fantastic at leading a group of 21 first grade girls through painting a mermaid tail (there were so many choices for the canvas painting - my daughter happened to choose this one). They can do them more or less complex based on the age group of the party. Robin was truly fantastic to work with. She took care of everything, including ordering pizzas from elsewhere in the mall. I brought the paper goods and cupcakes and everything else was handled. We were in a party room in the back that is utilitarian but also decorated. I definitely appreciated that there were separate tables for the art and the eating! I was perfectly happy to not be out in the front of the store with the general public. And the price was totally reasonable given everything that they did for us. Would definitely host another party here! We've also come on a random day just to do a walk in ceramic painting, which was also great. Lots of selections at all sorts of different price points. You can also do walk in canvas painting.

Haven't been in the store yet to experience, but was planning on holding my daughter's birthday…read moreparty here. We eventually ended up forgoing this year because she's still so young she wouldn't fully appreciate the experience, but plan on going for some Mommy and me time. The staff that I was in touch with while planning the event were all so helpful, responsive, and friendly. Even when we decided to pass on holding the party there, after we had filled out the form and not yet put in the deposit, they were so understanding. They get high ratings, they're located conveniently in a mall where if you have youngers you can go to the playgrounds in the mall, and if you have olders, they can walk around and do a little independent shopping. Looking forward to visiting soon!

The Wasteshed in Evanston is a bustling nonprofit of used art supplies, knick-knacks, and craft…read morematerials. If you have the patience and passion for the hunt, this is the place for you! I optimistically brought a bag for fabrics, but I unfortunately couldn't find anything quite to my taste. However, they did a great job colorcoding all of the different fabrics. The store is fairly organized considering how many donations come through. I really appreciate how they even use different drawer systems and cabinets for different subcategories of items. I do think most of the supplies would be great for educators or children: lots of odds and ends that would be put to excellent use given the right creative minds. I walked away emptyhanded, but I imagine someone would love the vintage postcards, various stamps, or Nat Geo magazines I flipped through. There's some street parking nearby, and they have a small private lot. Be sure to check their hours and any updates due to weather on their Instagram!

The WasteShed is essentially a secondhand store for art supplies. If you like sifting through boxes…read moreof goodies trying to find that one thing you absolutely did not need but now you must have, this is the place. I myself am a big stationary fan, so I was quite pleased to see how many stamps, scrapbooking materials and stickers they had. Pricing can be quite good, but some items can feel a little pricey for their secondhand nature. However, the WasteShed is a nonprofit with a noble cause, so I will give them plenty of leeway. Nice place to spend some time looking for your next craft project.

We love PnP! I've been bringing my kids here for 18 years and it's so much fun. It's great for…read morelittle kids but it's just as much fun with teens and tweens because there's so many different items to choose from. Great family-owned business that truly cares.

Recently visited with my daughter to celebrate her 21st birthday. We brought mimosas and spent the…read moreafternoon painting together. Had a great time!! It is a mother/daughter duo that run the business. They were super nice and helpful!! They do not charge a sitting fee, you just pay for the ceramic piece you pick out. I thought the prices were really reasonable considering it also covers the paint, apron, table coverings, paper towels, as well as use of their space, brushes and paint trays. We picked out large serving pieces, which were each about $50. You can choose a gloss that can be dried in half an hour which is included in the price of the piece or have it sent out to be fired which is an extra $4 per piece. They even clean up for you afterwards. The space is huge, with lots of tables to work at and tons of ceramics to choose from. I highly recommend checking this fun venue out!!

I can't believe i refused to tag along with my husband and kids.....its a delight for all STEM…read morestudents and nerd parents who are very hands-on and love to create stuff--enjoyed checking out the various aisles and playing with the gadgets. The kids at the counter seemed knowledgeable and helpful. Prices were very reasonable as well. I will certainly come back

This place is a hoot!  I dropped in here after a nearby lunch just to see what this place was like…read moreafter seeing a review, and having never been in their predecessor Chicago store of some 25 years on the northwest side of Chicago.  This store has been in Uptown Park Ridge for only about a year now, and for being on a busy commercial strip, they keep a low and quiet profile and are kind of easy to pass by and skip, because that's what I did for a year apparently! I was going to rate the store 4 stars, but I gotta give it 5 just because it's really a one of a kind shop.  They have all kinds of eclectic, random, fun, goofy, and also educational stuff and gadgets.  It's all supposed to have a bias towards science and education though.  Random things like military helmets, plastic wheels of various sizes, telescopes, microscopes, old typewriters, a Big Foot crossing sign, beakers and flasks, science kits, goofy models, toys, and trinklets, rubber mice, plastic ants for your next picnic, and whatever.  It's a great store for getting that unique geeky gift for someone, and also a place where inquisitive kids and adults alike can putz around and learn and laugh as well. They have their own convenient parking lot.  Their only other stores are in spread-out Geneva IL and Milwaukee WI.  Their prices ranged from cheap to modest from what I saw. The staff seems appropriately on the geeky side, but also friendly.  I met staffer Deborah and she showed me the signs depicting the company's history (since 1937!), and also informed me that coincidentally just two days ago they were featured on WGN-TV's Around Town morning show.  Here is the clip: https://wgntv.com/video/around-town-american-science-and-surplus/8385863/ Deborah told me after this TV clip, there was a big demand for their Bubble Blaster, which she happily demonstrated for me, and they sold out and had to restock their supply!  They also occasionally have free science party nights (next one is Feb 24 from 6:30 - 9pm) and those sound like a hoot for the kiddos.  I didn't buy anything this time, but do plan on bringing the grand-darlings back to putz around and probably walk away with who knows what next time lol.