Writing as a former teacher and a true beginner this is not the place to start. It's very…read moreexpensive, sitting for 3 hours is hard and the place is far from being clean. I was told that all supplies were "included " nothing was said about paper for watercolor, $30.00 extra. I find it rude to be told that this or that brush is 80 or 100$ , why then give it to a beginner it only adds to the stress. The project became what he saw not what I saw. I was so tense and stressed out that I didn't go back for the last class! I feel taken advantage of and believe that a 70$ refund is more than fair. Classes for beginners should include how to hold a brush right from the beginning , paints used were not even given the correct names, etc, etc, ; class should be fun! They were Not!

I've been taking classes from Len for 2 years and I can't recommend it enough. When I saw the…read moreamazing work he gets out of his youngest (school age) students, I knew he would be an excellent instructor. I love this place, and the great sense of camaraderie among the students.

My friend introduced me to this place. We had signed up for the holiday ornament class, which you…read morebook and pay online. I never had and didn't know it was working with Glass pieces. Very new and different activity in the suburbs. They have the tools and supplies needed for decorating your ornament. An instructor is there to help go over some instructions and assist. The instructor helped cut glass pieces, if you don't know how. There were many precut pieces; triangles, square, rectangles, circles, sweater, stocking, gingerbread figure, etc to choose from. Many different color beads, rods, etc. The instructor and staff are very friendly. Already signed up for another class next year with some friends.

Linda and I took the intro to fusing class with Donna . She is very good. I believe that some pre…read moresession video instructions would be helpful for first timers. We listened intently and then Donna said ok go and create???? It wasn't til most people were 1/2 way through that we found a thread to follow and on the 45.minute ride home ideas came calling. So next time!!!

The staff was really helpful in navigating the store in post COVID19 status and signing me up for…read morethe new Teachers club card

Fine, I'll admit it: I'm in love with Lakeshore Learning…read more I was first tipped off about this place by one of my baby's (okay, so she's two...not exactly a baby but whatever ;) therapists and to say it was love at first sight...that wouldn't come close to cutting it. I'm a mom of four (5, 4, 4, and 2) and my youngest three have developmental delays from mild to severe. While my husband and I have come up with some amazingly engaging/proactive activities for the kids thus far, we're always on the hunt for more, for better, for That One Item/Activity/Etc. We've Been Missing. Lakeshore Learning--much to the chagrin of my Visa card--has yet to disappoint. It's by no means exclusively a store for teachers; it's by no means exclusively a store for special needs parents. Sure, sensory items and activities abound...block play, active play, puzzles, and manipulatives in abundance--but this is just the tip of the iceberg. If you don't want to make the trip (although I don't know why you wouldn't!), hit up the website and request a catalog. It is huge, glossy, and enticing. Also? Lakeshore Learning offers up a pretty sweet check in deal for the mobile Yelping crowd. As *if* you needed more incentive to stop in, right? Riiiiiiight. :)

I'm 60, a painter with a BFA from SAIC, have been an artist for 40+ years. I came to this store to…read morere-up my entire palette of Golden fluid acrylics and maybe pick up some of the new OPEN acrylics while I was at it. We were first stopped just inside the door by one friendly associate who welcomed/greeted us and recited a long menu of store specials and their back to school sale, and if we need help she's right over there at the counter for us. We were like, ok, got it, thanks! I knew what I needed and just wanted to see the colors I was buying in person, so I start shopping. Less than a minute later here's another associate, another WELCOME here's ALL our sales and our BACK TO SCHOOL SALE and if you need ANYTHING we're right over HERE by the counter! Okay, I said, thank you, that's great. I smiled and again I tried to start shopping. Another thirty seconds and here's another associate who gives me, AGAIN, the welcome/sales sales sales/we're over HERE by the cash register if you need anything! (Where ELSE am I going to go look for assistance? The deli next door at Whole Foods?) Unable to concentrate on selecting my paints, I went to give my husband the three things I had managed to pick up and was stopped by another associate who gave us both the same sales speech AGAIN. It was as though the entire shift was actively preventing me from finding the materials I was there, cash in pocket, struggling to buy. Yes, I did start getting terse and snippy when I was just repeatedly approached with the very same canned spam sales pitch by multiple ridiculously aggressive associates, because it was incredibly annoying. Maybe they thought I was shoplifting? One associate who had already given us the sales speech and apparently taken offense at my manner then approached me when I was by myself (of course) still trying to look at the Goldens. In a voice dripping with contempt, they slowly and deliberately gave me the same speech yet again. That's not creepy or confrontational, is it. Refusing to make eye contact with them, I squinted at the tube in my hands and said again, great, thanks, got it. We were in the store for maybe five minutes, seriously, for all of that. The contemptuous confrontational person came to the door while I was outside waiting for my husband, and stood with phone in hand, watching me with a little smile, seemingly texting. So on top of all that I'm sure I'm the new Karen on some sad social media site somewhere. And then we drove to the Schaumburg Blick, which is awesome with associates who are allowed to speak normally to customers and let them shop, and I bought all the rest of my paint there.

Still a great store, but uh. Guys, update your voicemail! "As we head into Covid lockdown..." Not…read moretimely!

Have used Reprographics for several years for my business printing needs. They offer different…read morepaper thicknesses and finishes to make the printed materials look GREAT! From 8.5 x 11 to 11x 17 and then folded, the staff delivers time after time. Turn around time is excellent and Herman is the best when it comes to detail.

Poor customer support, they refused to replace an oil paint brush which fell apart for no reason, I…read morewould not have called and asked but the brush was not cheap, had high hopes but don't think I will be going there anymore when I could order everything and more online.

Absolutely awesome hobby shop. Has everything you could ever want or need. Brian the owner is the…read moreone person who knows if anything that you would need in the RC plane world is available and where. It's a little shop in the center of town in Leonore. Best RC everything selection in most of Illinois. Stop by you won't regret it.

Artworks location has moved to 4513 Sheridan Rd, Kenosha Wi as of December 2016…read more The owner is an artists at framing and an excellent graphite artist as well. Artworks is home to the 'pencillarium' where you can find the best and rarest drawing pencils in the region. As a bonus, this shop offers themed gallery exhibits every month with an opening reception every Second Saturday.

Great art supplies for all ages. Large assortment of oil, acrylic and watercolor paints. Nice…read moreselection of brushes. The main dude in there will sometimes give you some fantastic deals. He is also very honest and helpful with new artists and will never try and take advantage of someone that has no clue what they're doing. He also offers art classes from beginner to advanced!

I love this place. This place helped me find the best birthday card for my aunts upcoming birthday…read more They had its own DIY project area as well as other small gifts and accessories. All in all its a great casual place to visit

How lucky am I that I live so close to this cool crafty store? I would not describe myself as a…read morecrafty, DIY girl but Paper Source sure makes it look like I am! They have the cutest, most unique, funky, fun, vibrant wrapping paper, ribbon and cards for all occasions. The customer service was great too. Personable and addressed my needs. Keep being awesome Paper Source! Attention in in the details my friends!

Great selection and courteous customer service! They are really well staffed for a weekend…read more They have awesome sales, you can do many crafts for low cost. We went for a specific item which they were out of stock but we found it at another location. Special Shout to Denise... we had a full blown toddler tantrum. A customer was so rude and said shut up to my granddaughters crying. Denise quickly apologized and said we should not be embarrassed because this is a typical age for a toddler. It only lasted 3 minutes and she put herself to sleep right after. Thank you Denise for being so kind.

We were planning to decorate for Halloween and decided to check out this store. It's packed with…read morealmost everything you could possibly need! It's a one-stop shop where you can find all the decorations you're looking for. So convenient and well-stocked!

Conveniently located next to Target for all your crafting needs. You can also find coupons online,…read moreoften high percentage off a regularly priced items. They have tons of selection on yarn and good sales. They do custom framing at the back of the store. ....| \ _ , , , - - , , _ , .../ , ` . - ' ` ' . _ \ - ; ; ; , _ ..| , a - ) ) _ . ; . ( ` - ` - ' - ' ' - - - ' ' ( _ / . _ ) - ' ( _ \ _ ) 2020

I love this Michaels! Employees are friendly, and the store is really organized and clean. The $1…read morebin is irresistible, chock full of goodies like pens and note cards, and beats Target's impulse purchases. I recently bought some cute notebooks and kept one for myself and used the others as little extras in gifts for some friends. The one item I wanted, Le Pen, only came in one random turquoise shade. It did the job, but I am a little curious why they stock this brand in only one color, and it wasn't even standard blue or black. As far as writing utensils go, I'd like to see more variety here. But if you're looking for scrapbook materials, floral, stamping, framing, or even small home decor items, Michaels is worth a stop.