I visited looking for supplies to add fake greenery to my Hot Wheels dioramas. Cool store, with a…read moredecent selection of items to mimic real vegitation. I received some great modeling advice from an employee and they recommended a YouTube channel with demo videos.

I not a railroad hobbyist, but I've found interesting supplies here for building dioramas and other…read moreminiature displays for work. The folks here are very considerate and helpful, and open to helping me bring some of my crazy ideas to life. I'm so happy specialty stores like this still exist, and I hope as a community we can continue supporting them. There is no replacement for the years of expertise these shopkeepers bring to the retail experience. There is a large parking lot in front of the store, which is convenient because the neighborhood tends to be pretty busy. And the parking enforcement can be quite unforgiving in the area.

I am an amateur boat repair person, relying on YouTube and false confidence. Colton was amazingly…read morehelpful with dialing in what I needed, how much I need, how to use it, and how not to overspend. I respect so much that you didn't oversell me and that I believe I've got what I needed. I'll plan to follow in the near future with another review. Thanks.

This is an amazing store if you are an artist and want tools to display your art prints. Tish…read morehelped me right away. She provided me insight on simpler and cheaper solutions to the project I came in with. Thank you Tish and thank you Tap!

I always pass by this place and see people playing in the evenings so I decided to pop in to see…read morewhat it's all about. I came in early in the day so it was very quiet. The two guys who work in the day are very friendly and chatty. I popped in to browse their pokemon collection. They had a good collection of packs and a few boxes. I've been to other card stores that didn't have nearly as many. I was there just to browse, but the guys working were more than happy to entertain me and answer any questions I had and also show me everything they had that might interest me.

What I expected to be another simple evening of trading card negotiations ended up being pretty…read moredisappointing. I've supported this shop for a long time, and they've supported my passion for the Pokémon TCG. I can literally see cards I once traded in sitting in their binders and display cases. But reflecting on my most recent visit, there are two issues that really stand out. 1. Trade-In and Cash Value Are Low The percentages they offer for both cash and trade are noticeably lower than other shops. A competitor priced the same cards roughly 30% higher--the only reason I didn't go with them that day was because their cash flow was low and they couldn't pay out at the time. That discrepancy alone is frustrating. 2. Staffing & Negotiation Have Become Inconsistent In the past, staff have always treated me respectfully. They weren't rude this time either, but historically they've been fair with negotiation--occasionally offering a small discount or working closer to market value. This time, that didn't happen. They insisted on giving "market value" for just one card and then even less percentage for the rest. I asked for around 40%, and we eventually agreed on a deal involving a $10 card. But at the last minute, I was pressured into dropping the deal by another ~5% "so everyone's happy." The truth is, I wasn't -- especially considering I was already accepting a lower percentage just to make the deal work. If I'm a regular customer, I don't expect special treatment, but I do expect fair negotiation. I wasn't even met in the middle at 35% on a $220 value. Bottom Line: If you're looking for a solid selection of cards and okay pricing, this shop is fine. But if you're interested in selling or trading, I'd strongly recommend going elsewhere. Unfortunately, the stereotype about some hobby shops being cut-throat with trade-ins feels pretty accurate here.

Arrrrg this be yer one-stop shop to get all of yer pirate treasures!* They have a great selection…read moreof everything pirate to satisfy yer every desire. I was able to find a ton of awesome pirate goodies for my little pirate lover. From costumes to action figures to music to weapons, they literally have it all. They have the best selection of items I've come across in all of the land! If pillaging and plundering are your forte, set sail and head on over to www.piratemerch.com or you'll be banished to sea! *this is an online-only store

I am so glad this idea is sticking around, another store with this same concept has been booming an…read moreexpanding in this area and i am glad to see another jump on board. Legos, as we know are crazy expensive, and alot of time you grew up and would realize alot of the very cool parts came in specific kits, so its cool that you can come and pick through decades of odds and ends and find things you never could any other way. They have prebuilt and collector items around the shop, and alot of new kits and many impressive items on the lego theme. The waffle iron looks amazing! Also check out their custom lego (knock off names just like the lego game and brand is known for) Agent Scoulder and Agent Mully were my personal fave... Guess they are from the EX-Files

I brought in a nice box of Lego parts and figures, that, was worth at least 30$, and all I got was…read more4$ dollars of crappy store credit. I ended up still paying for a mini figure I got, and it was quite beat up. The legs wouldn't move, and it looked like someone had chewed on it. (Update, I changed my review to 3 stars, because I got a fast reply to my problem, and they offered a solution. I'm glad they at least recognized the problem, which shows that they care.)

You know all the games you loved when you were young? They are still.selling them here. There…read moreare more you don't know, we older,. Some new. This is a great shop for setting up your game night or to be ready for that long winter night. If you are not looking for games there are also puzzles and toys. Better yet most everything in the shop is affordable.... I saw nothing that would break the bank. Tip, they are now in the basement of the newer building of the mall. Where Eddie Bauer used to be, right behind Moonstruck....

I came in for Legos for my son's birthday, and found exactly what I was looking for. The guy…read moreworking was very friendly and great with customers! He helped me price check and find the gifts I need. He also recommended a cartoon my son might like. It is really nice getting that kind of service. I am glad the mall has a toy store, I almost started panicking when I couldn't find Legos downtown... But this was my awesome solution. Thank you

Not shocked to see they are now out of business…read more Kind of an odd experience. Popped up on a Google search and happened to be a shop I hadn't heard of before, thought I'd check them out. No new issues, at all, that I could see. All back issues. Lots of other memorabilia that was neat to see, most of the vintage stuff was non-comics related. The back issues I looked through were mostly 70s and 80s era. I didn't really catch any key issues. Owner makes a lot of claims about how much inventory he has (must not be in the store), how long he's been in business (weird since I've been living here 30 years and this is the first time I've heard of them), and how he mostly sells to other shops, but other shops are ripping me off (and he ran that line no less than 3 or 4 times while I was looking around.) It's a step above shops that only have in-print graphic novels and Funko-Pops, I guess. Books are well organized and clearly marked unlike some other shops where random boxes are the display of choice. I really can't think of a reason to go back. Excalibur has more back issues, current issues and graphic novels, so does Cosmic Monkey and Cloud 9. Future Dreams has everything, but needs an organizational assistant. Floating World moved to Lloyd Center. Any of these is a better shop.

Went in there to see if they had any special Pokémon cards. The guy there immediately told us to go…read moreto Fred Meyer. Didn't even give us a moment to say what we were looking for. he smokes in his shop so everything smells like cigarettes and what fun for the asthma.

Scored some amazing vintage Batman collectibles today from Billy Galaxy, like always. Billy and…read moreMicheal are awesome, but you know what's even more awesome?... Season 4 Episode 16 of The A-Team Cowboy George Never been an A-Team guy, but the minute I heard Boy George and Culture Club were in this one, I quickly became intrigued, as I have been a lifelong Culture Club fan. Let me just say, I was sooo not disappointed. Boy George did exactly how I expected, and cemented a spot in my heart. I had a fantastic evening viewing from The Redneck Riviera! 10/10 stars for both Billy Galaxy's & The A-Team as well...Bravo!!!

This store is AWESOME. Every square inch is packed with vintage treasures -- the kind of stuff you…read moredon't just stumble across, you quest for. I was visiting from out of town and headed to Powell's for some used books when a fuzzy memory hit me: Wasn't there a killer vintage shop I used to buy PEZ from back when I lived in Oregon? No way it was still around, right? One quick search later... it's still alive and kicking -- and I was literally 500 feet from the front door. Fate. Destiny. The Collectible Gods smiling upon me. Inside? Same owner I remembered from decades ago. That alone blew my mind. The inventory is unreal. Every one of my fandoms -- PEZ, Hanna-Barbera, Godzilla, King Kong, classic monsters -- all crammed into this cozy, nostalgia‑soaked cave of wonders. I could pretend I tried to play it cool, but who am I kidding? This place fed my soul. Did I buy more than I should have? Absolutely. Do I regret it? Not even a little. Prices are firm, but honestly, they're fair -- and half this stuff you never see in the wild anymore, even on eBay. If you love vintage collectibles, this shop isn't just a stop -- it's a pilgrimage. P.S. Please don't tell my wife what I spent.

I had the best experience with Kim at the Portland location today. Not only are the pieces of…read morejewelry gorgeous and well made, but the customer service was awesome. I purchased two sets of the flat back earrings and Kim went above & beyond in helping to get them in my tragus piercing. I couldn't have done it at home and she was happy to help. Also, today's Cyber Monday sale was great!! You can't beat 40% off and I love supporting this business. They are my go to for jewelry and the good quality works perfectly for my sensitive ears. Love their designs!

I came for a permanent bracelet and was so happy with my experience. Kali was so friendly and…read morehelpful with me making my decision. She didn't rush me and helped me try on different options. Her personality was so bubbly and I definitely would recommend this store to anyone. They had a great selection of chains to choose from whether you're a gold or silver girly plus the cutest charms! It was a bit pricey, but I think worth it! I've had my bracelet for 8 months and it still looks brand new.