I went in today with a poster that needed to be framed. The woman in the framing section helped me…read morepick out an affordable frame, framed the poster, and even secured D-ring hangers on the sides (the place where I'm hanging it requires them). She did this all for the price of the frame and was very kind and pleasant. This saved me so much trouble and I really appreciate it. In the past, this Michaels seemed to have a staff shortage, and the checkout was a drag. I know the self-checkout isn't new here, but it has changed everything; it's fast and efficient, leaving the staff able to focus on helping the customers. Anyway, I really like this location and the staff is really helpful.

This store can be hit or miss in their customer service department. I have been here many times in…read morethe past and never really got a warm greeting from anyone in the store. Sad but true. As those of us are familiar with arts & crafts, then we should know what to expect and what to buy. They have many selections of many things in their inventory. Prices change/varies every now and then; but, do have affordable discounted prices on a lot of their stuff. For instance I got 2 frames today for a great deal. One frame 9X12 & the the other one 16X20 & 8X10. The 1st one was $12.99 & the big one was $19.99. W/out tax. I needed some beads for decorative reasons and couldn't find any that I liked. In color and in style. During their Holiday Seasons they are fully stocked and all aisles are bursting with cheerful, happy colors, flowers, brands and more.. if you are not quick to grab what you need, it will be too late. Overall, not a bad experience, but they can for sure step up to the plate and help out their customers when we need help. I have had 2 pictures framed at their framing department in the past; and, they did an excellent job. So thank you for that! Clean store, restrooms in the far back, also clean, and plenty of parking spaces shared with number of businesses. Located on the 2nd level right above Marshalls. Take the elevator or the escalator up/down. What goes up, must come down!:-)

Took my hubby for a day date! Had so much fun. The gals working there were very sweet and helpful…read morewith what brushes and tools to use for our desired designs. So many options of things to paint and a lot of colors to choose from. Reasonable prices and a relaxing environment.

Had an amazing time here. This is going to be my new go to spot since I moved. The girl who helped…read moreme out, Mandy was extremely patient and knowledgeable about the paints and the pieces. Definitely recommend coming here

I had my son's 3rd birthday party at Froggy's last month and it was the best experience ever!! We…read morewere so concerned because we had children at the party ranging from 2-8yrs old and this turned out to be the perfect location! Not only did the staff handle everything, but they were so hands on with the kids that the parents actually got time to talk to each other while their kids had fun creating new works of art. We had plenty of room for everyone and enjoyed the standard 2 hour party which left plenty of time for food, crafts, pinata and cake. My son is still talking about his party at Froggy's and how much fun he had. I would definitely recommend this as a great place to have a party for kids of all ages.

My two kids (3 & 4) & I went to check out story & craft time at Froggy's today . . . and we had a…read moregreat time. I loved that the kids were able to choose what they wanted to do and make as big a mess as they wanted . . . and I got to leave the mess for someone else to clean up. It is a fun, creative space where you can pass some time with kids. My daughter wandered around singing and playing a guitar and everyone there was so nice to her. My son LOVED being able to paint / glue / stamp / color to his hearts content. As we left, my daughter sang "I love arts & crafts" and my son asked if we could come back again tomorrow.

Every brush here has more personality than most people on Melrose…read more In a city where every "artist" now thinks Procreate on an iPad counts as a medium, Blick Art Materials is one of the last true temples of real creation. Walk in here and you can smell the ambition, acrylic, and caffeine. It's like stepping into a time capsule where brushes still matter, ink still stains, and creativity doesn't come with a subscription fee. The value here and the prices were super reasonable. I came here with my draftsman, a guy who still draws by hand -- a dying breed in a world that runs on Ctrl+Z. Watching him walk these aisles was like watching a monk in a cathedral. Every shelf, every pen, every tube of paint is curated chaos. And the best part? The staff actually care. They know the difference between gouache and watercolor -- and they don't judge you for mispronouncing it. Friendly service, clean restrooms (a small miracle in Los Angeles), and a selection so deep it could inspire Picasso's ghost to start over. From sketchbooks to sculpting tools, markers to mat cutters, they've got everything you need to make something real -- or at least look like you tried. Blick's been around since 1911, and this Beverly Blvd location has kept L.A.'s art scene supplied through every phase -- from punk flyers to NFT hangovers. It's an institution, and it deserves to stay that way. Blick Art Materials is a love letter to real art in a copy-paste world. The service is friendly, the aisles are inspiring, and the supplies are top-notch. If you make anything with your hands, your heart, or even just a stubborn sense of nostalgia -- support this place. Because when shops like this vanish, so does a little bit of the soul of Los Angeles. Support this place -- or someday the only "art supplies" left will be ring lights. Blick is where real artists shop while influencers pretend to paint.

So, I came here to get some new art materials. well guess what.. THEY HAD NEEDOHS !!! lemme…read moreexplain. I came here to get some new markers and some sketch paper. Their selection was great ! As an artist myself, I think they had great materials! I love all the art in the underground parking lot and was pretty neat! Service was I went to the checkout and saw a squishy that caught my attention, then the cashier said they had needohs !! I immediately asked for him to show me, HE HAD THE MINI NEEDOHS !!! I asked for one and left. HIGHLY RECCOMEND !!!! (BTW the art materials were exactly what I needed)

How can this lovely, quaint, beautiful store get anything less than 5 stars on Yelp? I hope my…read morereview can, and will make a big difference on Yelp and on other people. Walked in today around 10:30AM and got a very nice welcome from both their employees Kay and Mary. Right away Kay wanted to know if she could help me find something. I wasn't sure what I really needed, but a few things caught my eye and I grabbed them. Got 2 scented candles in a glass. Both together was $53.98. I also saw couple of heart shaped candies that were so cute, but very expensive. I put them back. They had a lovely, pretty section for Easter. Grabbed a pack of light blue medium size paper plates count of 10. $10.50 and that's all I got on this visit. Paper Source is a good place to get all your arts and crafts fixes. From Stationary, to Wedding Invitations, Cards for any occasions, stuffed animals, stickers, artificial flowers, vases, wrapping papers, scrap books, Gifts/Gift Cards, Office Supplies, Custom Design, knick Knacks and a whole lot more. A very BIG store & a very EXPENSIVE store! Can get a bit dangerous. So watch your wallet. Store was fully stocked, organized, clean and only street parking. No restrooms for their customers. Established in 1984 and still going strong!!

A fun place to browse, though mostly high prices. Definitely has unique gifts, including many…read moreadorable Jelly Cat plushies that are very popular. Large selection of heavy paper for fancy gift wrapping or even framing. Most were about $10 each. They had a sale on some cards for custom design, with practically every color imaginable, in their Paper Bar. I liked their book section and bought a children's book. In a back nook are kids' toys and rubber stamps for adults. Service is excellent and friendly. They have a free and premium frequent customer memberships, the latter for $30 a year. AND since Paper Source is affiliated with Barnes & Noble, I know where to use my B&N gift card!

To love myself a little more this year, I wanted to do something cute and fun for my birthday month…read morewith a friend. We checked out Tutufun in Century City and tried their cake candle making -- best decision ever! Matt guided us step by step, from building the base to decorating the "cake," and even helped with mixing and cooling the wax so everything was super easy and fun. They also offer other DIY activities like tufting, decorating art, and pouring art. The cutest cake candle ever -- and it even came with a box to take home. IG: socalhkfoodies

My husband surprised me with rug tufting for my birthday! We had a great time and the finished…read moreproducts turned out well. Our medium rugs took around 4 hours as newbies and they were very kind with not rushing us. Pricing was fair when comparing the cost of tufting at other locations. We also were the only ones tufting so we had a pretty private space! Service was overall really great. Michael (?) and a woman with cool circle glasses checked in on us frequently and even helped review our progress multiple times. I had made some drag marks and holes in my rug and they helped patch it up when we picked them up However, I removed a star due to Sam. She helped us initially and gave clear instructions. But throughout her explanation she called my husband "babe" two times... Honestly I was shocked and even asked my husband if I heard her properly the first time - and I regret not addressing it then and there directly. Maybe it was a slip up, but I did not appreciate her calling my husband an affectionate pet name. Would strongly encourage her to refrain from that language and to keep all interactions professional for future patrons.

Always find what i'm looking for. Such a great store. Most of the employees are nice. I have only…read moreencountered one no so nice, but lets keep this positive. Its a nice environment and well organized.

Hobby Lobby is one of my favorite stores to visit during holiday times. They usually have the…read morecutest decoration items. They have a variety of items for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I really liked the selection of ornaments they had this year. Prices can be compatible with the other stores. They have really good sales around holidays or after holidays. Employees are usually nice and friendly. The only complaint I have is the long lines. No matter how many cashiers are working , there is always a long line. Parking can be really challenging during the weekends. Sometimes it is really hard to find a parking spot. It is better to park close to Burger King since that area usually is not that crowded.

Very disappointing experience. I placed my canvas order only yesterday afternoon , and by this…read moremorning it was already "finished." When I saw the work, I was shocked by how sloppy, rushed, and low quality it looked. This was not professional work and not something any business should hand to a customer. I explained that I was unhappy with the quality and asked for my money back because I could not use this canvas for my client. Instead of trying to fix the problem, they refused and kept saying, "This is how we do it," and that they already spent time, labor, and materials on it. They acted like there was nothing wrong with the work at all. What made the experience even worse was the attitude and disrespect. Instead of helping or apologizing, I was told to leave the store. I also took photos of the canvas so people can judge the quality for themselves. I would not recommend this place if you expect professionalism, quality workmanship, or respectful customer service.

"Paint it! Paint it black!!!"…read more My go to local small art supply, art gallery, art happenings and creative vibes stores. Carter Sexton Artist Materials is located in Los Angeles' San Fernando Valley within the Valley Village/Studio City area and resides on Laurel Canyon Boulevard/just a beat down from Chandler Blvd and the Laurel Canyon Metro Station for the Orange (aka G) line. It's got lots of fun nooks and crannies with great materials, supplies, service and sales (including 40% off, clearance items and more). It was easy for me to follow a lot of their played out pricing for canvas (10 years in retail, though it's been almost 10 years since I walked away from it and yet still retain so much lol). I ventured into the "Come (On) In" area and discovered some complimentary artist guides, incredible artwork and extra items I was seeking for a sketching event I hosted over the weekend. Love coming in on Saturdays, though it's been several months since I was last in, hoping to change that, check out more of their events, including some great some shows this holiday season like their Medley. I don't have much to submit by their deadline, but highly recommend you do if you're an artist, aspiring artist or creative. They definitely are neighborhood feel with some cool regulars. Caught some warming interactions and references to Cheers (the 80s to early 90s series) between the staff and a really nice returning customer. I'm not sure if Kelli was there when I stopped in, but I've had some greatest response with her in the past online when inquire about things. Everyone is super knowledgeable, mindful and respectful. Ready to assist, but also let you take your time exploring and feeling out all they have to offer. Street parking primarily with a 1hour limit from 8am to 6pm. Some limited spaces in their back alley parking, that I'm sure is super great for their staff/ the Carter Sexton family. Its first come first serve, but you might get lucky. Open from 10am to 6pm Monday through Saturday weekly with some variations for holidays. A must whether a local, passing through or seeking out a small biz to support that does great things for the area, and showcasing a spotlights artists of all walks of lives and ages. Even Bob Ross on display wants you to check out this great supportive Art spot. "We don't make mistakes, just happy little accidents."

This is my absolute favorite store in LA!! I found it a few weeks back and have been in at least…read moreonce a week since!! They have the most beautiful cards and lots of great gifts, for every occasion. The owner, Jason, is so nice. We always end up chatting. They also put out new cards at least once a week!! I can't wait to bring all my friends to this hidden gem and you should too!

* SCAM * If i could give this place negative stars i would! Don't believe the BS reviews left by…read morethese people, they are 100% a scam and most likely left by his friends or family. Jason the owner is extremely irresponsible and the worst businessman you could deal with and doesn't care about his customers! I recently ordered invitations from him and not only did it take them way longer to make them than was initially agreed upon but when i got them they were damaged and not usable. I showed Jason (owner) and asked if he could replace them and he went on and blamed me and said i dropped them and damaged them myself! This guy is so greedy he didn't do anything to fix the situation and i was forced to leave... Long story short **DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME ON THESE GUYS FIND SOMEONE MORE REPUTABLE THIS IS A BULLSHIT SCAM**

Cute neighborhood gift store! So cool that it's a woman-owned business! Nice curated collection…read morewhimsical gifts!

This is my go-to neighborhood gift store in the valley. Shawna is really sweet and curates the…read morecoolest collection of gifts. Candles, cards, jewelry, she's got it all. Did I mention they also have a "you are a badass" button and talking pickle?!