I can't believe I didn't know about this place already. It's beautiful!…read more Before visiting, I would recommend looking at their website first and having an idea of what you want to buy. It will make it easier to shop, trust me. They don't have a shop online and pick up system but they said you could order online and call them to let them know you want to pick it up in the store. Instant gratification without the shipping cost. I think personally I would rather make my own list and shop the items myself. Mostly because I may come across something I've never seen before and decide to get it. It's all part of the adventure. When you get there, you walk into an empty room but just let them know you're there to shop for markerpop and they'll let you into the back (basically what I imagine heaven looks like) They mentioned it was in the back because most of their business comes from their online shop. With that being said a lot of their product (stamps/dies) are faced barcode out which probably makes it easier for them to find however not incredibly convenient if you're a walk in customer. Personally, I didn't mind it but just something I noticed. You can find different stamp brands like Lawn fawn, my favorite things, mama elephant, waffle flower, hero arts, wplus9, and that's just the beginning. They also have a great collection of markers. I'm mostly focused on copics and zigs (plenty of stock at a great price) but they also have other brands. If you don't see what you're looking for just ask and someone will assist you. Every person I spoke to in there was extremely helpful and nice. There aren't a lot of craft shops in the area that carry this much variety of stamps so I'm really excited to have stumbled on this. I don't write many reviews but this shop deserves more credit which is why I decided to write about it. I wish I took pictures to post but I guess I'll do that next time :)

Came during business hours and no one was available, called twice nothing, bad businessread more

This place has lots of art supplies and there's tiny af color pencils and sketchbooks. So nice!read more

Mai Do (Maido) is one of the sub-brands under the Kinokuniya Group and this stationery store is…read morelocated inside Mitsuwa Marketplace in Costa Mesa. If you isolate the stationery section of a Kinokuniya Bookstore, then you get Mai Do. There is a two-story Mai Do in Japantown San Francisco and another location in San Jose. [Parking]: Mitsuwa Marketplace has a designated parking lot, but it is one of the more difficult parking lots to navigate in Orange County because Mitsuwa Marketplace also has a food court that draws a huge crowd. [What to Expect]: A-tier selection for Japanese writing instruments, greeting cards, and journals. While the selection is not as customized or curated as some specialty stationery shops, there are still plenty of cute items to choose from. B-tier selection for plushies and the plushies are really overpriced here. [Conclusion]: Come here for Japanese stationery and only window shopping for plushies. P.S. - Kinokuniya Membership Card benefits do not apply at Mai Do (Maido) locations.

I found McLogan online since they are a Madeira thread dealer. I ordered some supplies from McLogan…read morehoping to pick them all up in Santa Ana. I placed my order Wednesday around 1230pm and received a call from Lenny within an hour. He said they didn't have all the stock on the goods but they were at another location. One of them, I knew about, which was fine. He said he would figure it out and ship what he had and I would get it the next day. Then, he said, he would work on the others. Within a day, I received the first package (Thursday). Then, the second package came the day after on Friday. Needless to say, I am very impressed with a company that would go above and beyond to help a hobbyist like me on a small order. Truly appreciate the hustle with this company and definitely recommend ordering from them. Also, they had great pricing and a large selection on Madeira thread, along with a pick up option to save on shipping. I will definitely be visiting their store some time soon. Buy with confidence from them! Thank you Lenny and McLogan Supply staff!

After driving 45 minutes to get here I walk in the guy says sorry we are closed for lunch?…read more You are telling me you can't staff a person for that time, and if you can't post the hours on Google so that we would know that before we drive all the way there. The selection is terrible as well. They no longer carry FNink and they don't have 200 mesh screens in stock or a spot gun?? Just order online from Nazdar or SPR, save yourself a frustrating trip!

The store is clean and well organized. They already have Fall and Halloween items. The store has a…read moregood selection of everything at very reasonable prices. We always come in at least 2-3 times a month to restock on supplies or to check out seasonal items. The staff are nice and helpful. There are so many new and cute stuff this year. We can't wait to come back :)

I walked in and Andi was so helpful. She was able to step away from what she was doing to help me…read morefind what I needed. She was knowledgeable and helpful with a positive attitude. If she is not a manager she should be!

Not only is this a hometown spot and part of my "formative" experience growing up in OC, but Avenue…read moreitself is an institution in the Southern California streetwear community! Over the last decade, streetwear has really come into its own- building up from brands like LRG, Obey, and Stussy into The Hundreds, Triumvir, and countless others. Avenue's been through all of that, and the minute you walk in, you get a feeling that these guys really ain't no joke. The folks at Avenue live the lifestyle and believe in the art- because of that, the stuff they carry is always fresh and legit. I remember stumbling into Avenue back in high school, trying to find a place to quench my LRG fix. The main man behind the register, Arthur, not only helped me with what I was looking for, but really took the time out to explain the finer points of streetwear. Every time I stop by, he's always there doing his thing, and mindful of stuff I'd be interested in that's already out or coming out soon. It's places like Avenue that really show what OC is all about- not all that pretentiousness you see on Laguna Beach. Avenue represents this drive for a changing culture that I wish more people could appreciate and acknowledge for what it's worth.

This is definitely one of my fav little shopping spots to get some cool things to wear... It's a…read morelittle hard to find something in my size at times but that never bothered me, sometimes you just have to make it work! The peeps here are real cool and they are always willing to help you pick some things out.

A company that cares about the consumer and a very quick and hassle-free shipping…read more I order from this company on a regular basis.

I just got into ink painting. After looking up where to buy supplies, I found out that one of the…read moreonline sellers was actually within driving distance, so I dropped by to check it out I had such a great time browsing. Andrea was super helpful and patient in answering all the questions I had as a complete newbie and recommending necessary supplies. There was no upselling or hints that I'd be better off buying the premium sets as a beginner, which I appreciated. She actually recommended a much more affordable beginning basics set when I told her I was new to all this. I felt free to browse around all the beautiful supplies and ended up buying everything I needed to get started. It was a pleasure going to the physical store - there's no replacement for the tactile feel of touching papers and brushes - and I hope to stop by again soon!

Not often I see a Lakeshore Learning anymore, but I was in the area and decided to pop in while I…read morewas waiting for my party to arrive for lunch. This place is always full of cool learning and STEM type toys and tools, a teachers dream, as well as anyone who works a lot with children. There are some ideas I walked out with for our Cub Scout Day Camp later this year. The value is mainly in that they have these cool and, somewhat obscure at times, items on hand. You can't beat that. :)

Back-to-school shopping can be a truly stressful time for educators, but the staff at Lakeshore…read morealways make the experience so much easier! I've been coming to this store for the past five years, and the customer service is consistently exceptional. The staff genuinely check in on customers, offer helpful recommendations, and will even go out of their way to find items that aren't on the floor. The store is always well-stocked, organized, and easy to shop. Five years of visits and still impressed for their amazing staff and service every time. Thank you for making back-to-school season a little less stressful for us educators!

I'm a guy who took on a DIY project to reupholster my dining room table chairs and bench seat. I…read morestopped by the Bristol street Hobby Lobby in Santa Ana on 8/12/26 at 6.25pm with a very basic understanding of how to measure fabric and how to select the appropriate chair foam/cushion. Victoria S (S-886) in the fabric department was absolutely amazing. Not only did she calm my reservations about the project, but she helped me select the fabric of choice. She was extremely detailed on how to measure for the appropriate amount of fabric despite not having seen the chairs. Further, she also guiding me on purchasing the correct quantity and beyond to minimize time. Not only did I finish the project, but it came out flawlessly due to Victoria's gracious assistance and guidance. Thank you, Victoria, for everything. I owe you a picture of the finished project as promise. I appreciate you! Preston P

Run...Don't Walk...4th of July decorations are up to 66% off!! And...they have started setting up…read morefor Halloween, Thanksgiving and even Christmas (believe it or not)! It's hard to not feel inspired while at Hobby Lobby. They have every type of craft, decor, and so much more. Need a decorative pillow? They've got you covered! They carry room decor, goods for a business, a whole section for sewers, an isle for clay making, cake decorating and much much more! My experience was fantastic, until I got to the counter. The staff member who rang me up had 0 customer service skills. She didn't say hello, make small talk or even tell me to have a nice day. Also, I thought an item was on sale, but it wasn't...when I asked her about it, she also wasn't very nice..."it's not on sale"! Kindness goes a long way and I'd love to have a better experience in this regard the next time I come shop.