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.

I usually visit Michael's store during holiday times. This store has a variety selection of items…read moresuch as frames, sewing merchandise, knitting merchandise. This store usually has great sales on the seasonal items. Depending on the time you visit this store has 40% to 50% sale. The merchandise is reasonably priced and can be cheaper compared to similar stores. Recently, they have added self checkouts. They have cashiers helping too, but it's mostly self check out. Employees are nice and friendly. No complaints about the customer service. For parking, this location has plenty of parking space shared with other stores.

Love love love coming to see all of the seasonal decor, diy projects and everything in between! I…read morescored 2 beautiful paintings yesterday, a stand up easel to display one of the paintings, and a pumpkin pillow! He was too cute to resist. Thank god my sister was with me or I would have bought the whole store. They have the best candles right now too. All of their Halloween and fall items are precious. I am going to host a haunted house paint night (they are selling so many) prices are always the best here! You can check yourself out or they have a cashier to assist you. I did ask for help locating a few items. Beyond happy with all of my purchases for $80!!! Then paintings were marked down from $50 to $10 a piece! Large parking lot, easy to navigate their store. Can't reckons this place enough!

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 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?!

How come I escape this cute store? I noticed Twirls and Twigs after parking on Magnolia on the way…read moreto the corner camera store. On the way back, I had to pop in and check it out! Nice customer service, it is a woman-operated small business. They sell a bit of everything: cards, fun gifts, home decor, candles (hence the nice fragrance in the air), jewelry, funky socks, cool keychains. Nicely decorated store, charming with fun merchandise. Great place to shop for friends, get a gag gift or unique items for holidays. If uninspired in your shopping, come here! The shop will give inspiration and make you smile on the way to your purchase. Street parking, closed on Mondays. I wish the store would stay open later than 3-4 pm (check their schedule), but it's a small boutique, so it's understable!

Very good selection! This is yarn heaven Crochet can look…read morevery childlike and handmade but this store and it's selection can help you go from baby blankets to professional. Very kind owner son duo. Can you Livestream knit and answer questions on your live? It's an active knit and crochet club in the back, everyone was working on their projects and was really nice! They have a 25%-30% off selection I walked out of the store like the old JoAnn days! Very happy with my purchase

La Knitterie has been around the block; I came across a book written in the 90s by Edith, one of…read morethe owners, in a used bookstore recently. But the shop has completely not kept up with the times. Not having your inventory priced with tags is a no-go, full stop. "It's too hard" or "we have too much stuff" are not acceptable explanations when it creates a really awkward situation for everyone involved: the owner, who has to look up prices individually, and the customer, who may be caught out at the register when something is out of budget. Their tenure is evident by the sheer volume of things they have, and to their credit, their stock is extremely varied and large. Quite easy to lose two hours here. But I found the service hot and cold: they'd sometimes follow me around, but respond coldly when I asked questions. The pricing structure and service just made this a really unpleasant experience that was not at all offset by their large stock. I will skip this when I'm in the area and won't be recommending to friends.

Every trip to Michaels is an adventure. I absolutely love their seasonal decor and picture frame…read moreselections. Michaels is my go-to stop if I am working on an art project or looking for craft inspo. It's also a great place to find kids crafts and activities. They even have a selection of squishies, toy cars and more. Historically I have had a hard time finding any help on the sales floor, but this most recent visit was the opposite! I wanted to get some sharpies and they had to be unlocked from a cabinet. Someone helped me right away! I recently got a really cool piece of wall art that I am super excited about! They have a lot of great home decor surprisingly. Keep an eye out for their sales! Some of their pricing can be a bit high, but the sales make it worth it. If you are looking to start a new project, get into the holiday spirit (any holiday) or freshen up your home decor, Michaels is it!

I miss Joann, but this will do. Michaels offers such a wide variety of craft supplies. Walking down…read moreeach aisle will inspire a new creative pursuit. At least it does for me. I highly recommend signing up for their rewards program. It's free to join and I got a 50% off coupon for initially signing up. My bracelet supplies were gonna be close to $50 which is wayyy more than I was anticipating!! After using my 50% off and then a 25% off they gave me, I got it down to $38. *Whew!* Plenty of free parking here, although it gets busy because of all the restaurants and other businesses.

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)

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.

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.

BEST EXPERIENCE EVER! my first time coming into color me…read moremine since i was young. Ariana was the best start to finish. So welcoming and helped me through every step. When I messed up she helped me start over and make the process so seamless and fun. So excited to see how it turns out!!! Give this woman a raise !!!