I bought a painting that is quite large from a former resident in Sumter before he moved and I took…read moreit to Michael's to get it framed while they were having a sale on frames. I will take responsibility for not checking it right after we bought it, but my husband didn't check it right away at the store when he picked it up and was also the only one strong enough to lift it out of the box. We decided to wait until we moved to our next duty station to hang it up as it would be a hassle to drill into the plaster walls of our historic downtown home. The person in charge of the framing put it upside down in the frame (the brackets holding it length wise are positioned closer to the bottom of the frame) and also arranged the hanging wire on the width side and not the length side on the backside. So not only is our painting upside down and backwards but now we have to take apart the frame, reposition the painting and buy new tying cord long enough to hold the suspension of the length of the picture and not the width. I'd give Michael's one star but every other experience I've had with them has been pleasant except their fabric section sucks. I wish we had caught this earlier before we moved so we didn't spend over $200 getting something framed just to have to redo it ourselves and possibly break it or not put it back together properly. Now I am tasked with finding a framer in Germany to do the job properly and pay for it all over again.

Very helpful and knowledgeable people here. There is a good selection to choose from and I can…read moreusually find everything I need for specific crafts without having to leave town. There is a military discount as well which is always nice.

What a great five-star experience. My daughter found this place and booked an appointment for her…read moreand her family. If you want to buy a souvenir when visiting Myrtle Beach, I highly suggest this instead of tchotchkes that will mean nothing. This is something you will always remember. You pick out your frame and arrange the shells and decorations on it the way you want it, then they put a secret sand base down in another frame, and you gently set your shells exactly how you had it in the other frame. What a great idea. It was so fun watching everybody concentrate and just having a great family time. Lori helped and guide them all in the right direction. Excellent customer service. They do birthday parties, and special events. If I lived in the area, I could see us having our parties here. Highly recommend. They do take walk-ins, I would schedule an appointment since it's not a large space.

We stopped in wondering what this place was about. We were greeted by very friendly staff and came…read moreback later in the day to make a creation. My 11-year old really enjoyed the experience. The staff was patient and had helpful suggestions. This place is great for kids and adults. I will be coming back next time I am in the area! Of note: the directions to the business seems to be wrong in yelp. They are located at: 421 Bus US-17 N Surfside Beach, SC 29575 United States

I stopped by the for a specific item. Even though they didn't carry these envelopes, I was…read moreimpressed with the products they carried. I will definitely stop by on my next visit to Charlston

Artist cooperative galleries rarely get the love and attention they deserve. As a fervent…read moresupporter, I always make a point to seek one out wherever I travel. There is no better place to buy high-quality, locally made mementos, and affordable ones at that! Charleston Crafts is no exception. If I had unlimited funds, I'd clean this place out. Their selection runs the gamut of art forms and medias. Metal, wood, paper, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, glass, it's all here and then some. I spent a good half hour just perusing everything they have to offer. I've never seen a more extensive display of diverse artistry at a cooperative gallery. The Lowcountry is home to a ridiculous number of talented craftspeople. So when you're out and about downtown, don't forget to make a pit stop at Charleston Crafts. What better way to remember your trip to Charleston than with a unique craft or two? They're way cooler than mass-produced keychains and magnets. And if you're a local who has yet to visit, what are you waiting for?! Go support your local artists!

I've driven along 95 several times and always see the billboard. But, I have never had time to…read morestop. Plus, they close at 5pm. Well, this time, I prioritized stopping. It's two miles off the highway, and you drive through a very unremarkable and plain town, although there is cheap gas!! Once off the highway, there isn't any signage to follow. But don't give up!! It's only about 2 miles away. I talked with the staff person, and this place exists because several local SC artists worked with the governor's office to create this artisans center to support and highlight local SC artists. So, it has the support of the state government. Otherwise, it probably wouldn't exist in this tiny little town. The art is located in an adorable house, and there is ample parking and in the back. As others have commented, there are more than 200 artists that have their work displayed. Prices are also reasonable. I tried to rush through the whole gallery, and it took focus. But, if you are tight on time, 30 minutes is a minimum. They also have a very clean bathroom, if you are looking for a pit stop anyway. I purchased a cutting board, pinch pot, and some hair berets. They have something for everyone, and I took a bunch of photos. I am definitely going to make this a regular stop each time that I drive by. It's one of the most impressive and compressive art stores that I have ever seen. In North Carolina she said that the "southern guild" is kinda like their sister organization, as I guess that the founders of these organizations got together and petitioned the governors' offices at the same time. This place is truly a gem, and I am so happy with my purchases. There are also other items that I didn't purchase, but at least you can see the photos of those items, too.

Lovely shop with art from very talented artists. Nice price range too- fun place to shop!read more