I had a rough idea of a project to make for my granddaughter and the staff was thoughtful in…read morelistening to my questions and very helpful in creating my design. Big kudos to Matthew for taking an interest in bringing my vision to life.

I was looking for something to do, and I found this potter painting shop! It was a relaxing way to…read moreget out my creative energy! When I walked in, they showed me where to get the pottery, how to use the glaze paint, and an instruction card with how to paint it! I chose a mug, and painted potted plants all along the bottom. I may not be a great or even good artist, but it was nice to try something new! You pay for the time and the piece, so prices will vary and they are labeled under the pottery pieces. I painted a regular mug, and for spending an hour and half, I only paid less than $30. Highly recommend!

Handmade, handcrafted, amazing items…read more I was introduced too this lovely store through a yelp party. This is a new location for this store. The owner has expanded and this location holds all types of wonderful items from artists from across the country. The selection is not overwhelming but gives you plenty to look through. I will probably be back for Lego earrings or hope someone I know sees this and knows that I like them. Wink wink. I really love the IOWA love this owner has as do the many artists displayed there. I really fell for the prints that were being displayed and some of the IOWA jewelry up to purchase. Lots of unique gifts for someone who has everything. Right in the new building by RayGuns new location, this store is a beautiful addition to our Des Moines east side.

This place has a nice charm! Accessories were nicely arranged. I like the way they had arranged…read moredifferent kinds of stuff on the tables on the walls and so on. The owners were super friendly. I talked with them about their passion & how did they came up with such different business idea. Everything in the store was unique & would depict hardwrork. The selection of goods would make you happy. Overall nice cozy place. you fill find something for yourself or your loved one of any age.

Cute little jewelry store in the East Village…read more Staff are very friendly and greet you when you walk in even on a busy small business Saturday event. That is very impressive. They are not on top of you but available for questions. The store is filled with fashion jewelry for all. It is not packed with items but tastefully displayed so you can truly see the items. This is very much appreciated. There is an amazing couch to lounge on as well if you need to rest for a bit or deliberate how many pieces you need to purchase. If you are looking for that piece to enhance your outfit give them a try.

Such an adorable shop, bought a cute bracelet from here, the lady was super friendly, however I…read morewent online and found the artist who made it and realized I overpaid about $70 more dollars than what he sells it for, but overall it's a cute place with pretty jewelry.

Great place to find inexpensive office furniture and supplies! They have a huge selection and were…read morehelpful and accommodating throughout the entire experience. I'll definitely be back and recommend JG's to anyone looking for some office accommodations! They have all shapes and sizes of desks, tables, chairs, couches, filing cabinets, even standing desk options! I opted out of the delivery service they so kindly offer, and they still loaded up my L-shape desk and helped me strap it down at no extra charge! Thanks guys!

These guys are awesome! I just moved to a new office and looked all over town trying to find the…read moreright furniture. Very few places have office furniture in Des Moines, NONE have the selection of JG's. They have both new and used and I purchased a little bit of both. They have fake plants, real plants, art, desks, shelving, chairs and they even had some really cool lockers. Jake stayed after close helping us get measurements (even though he knew we were not buying anything that night) and then went out of his way to make sure I had a quote that night so I could decide on what I wanted. He was very accommodating and even put up with my back and forth on a couple items. He made sure it was delivered quickly so my office was up and running and then met me Saturday (they're closed Saturdays) when I decided I wanted an office chair. I can't say enough good things about this company. Iowa owned and operated (as in the family actually works there)! They even gave my daughter an arrow head before we left which absolutely made her day. Support local, support good people, and get yourself a heck of a deal!

This is one of the most adorable shops in all of Ankeny! It's become my go to for cute and special…read morehome finds! I always find the most adorable gifts, home decor, clothing and more! It's also the place I recommend it others looking to shop local. They have a great spot located in the District of Ankeny- the staff is always friendly and the owners are equally nice. I love a shop with a mission and heart behind it- and CLM is all of those things! If you're in the Ankeny area this is a must stop. Be sure to check their hours as they don't open till later in the week. You can find a little bit of everything here, they even have a few furniture prices for sale- we bought a beautiful refinished dresser from here.

Cottage by the Creek is now available Valley West Mall at the 35th street I-235 exit at the…read moresouthwest entrance. This is still a fabulous shop even though it is no longer in a cottage by the creek... my go-to place to buy home accents, wedding gifts, holiday ornaments, and gifts for girls and women. The owner is filled with creative ideas.

In a charming neighborhood, you will find Cottage by the Creek, in Des Moines, Iowa…read more It is a quaint cottage surrounded by a flower-filled yard and trees. When you open the door, you meet a perfectly delightful and friendly shop owner. There is a wonderful variety of merchandise that would please a diverse array of shoppers....jewelry, clothing, kitchen items, large assortment of beautiful French tablecloths, home decor and much more. I bought two great necklaces made from Tagua seeds from Ecuador. I just love them and have received many compliments when I wear them. They are so attractive and unique. I also purchased a gorgeous rectangular French tablecloth in blues and yellows and some cute kitchen towels. In my shopping I also acquired a stylish top with a lacy edge and a fishnet type top to go with it. The shopkeeper also has many artistic wind chimes for your patio. Mine has a metallic dragonfly and colorful beads. If you can't make it to her shop, she also has a stall at the awesome Des Moines Farmers Market every Saturday for 6 months of the year. That's another thing that you should definitely experience! What a great little shop, full of such interesting things! Wish it was in my city!

Great place to find fun, unique items. Love the variety: clothes, jewelry, gifts, and a great line…read moreof unique children's apparel.

Quirky and interesting apparel that you won't see on everyone. The owner is warm and lovely, and…read morehas great suggestions. After my visit I saw several people with the store's shopping bags around town. Stop by and check it out!

Such a fun first visit, as we attended a watercolor class and it was an enjoyable experience that…read moreended too soon. Easy parking, visited without lofty expectations, as it was a brutally cold day and we were happy to be out of the house and wanted to have fun. Joanie and Megan made the whole experience a great time! They are pleasant, knowledgeable, encouraging, and talented. We enjoyed interacting with our fellow total of ten attendees, and they made it a better event. I like how you all sit at a community table and experience it together. I learned how to do really fun watercolor strokes and designs, but also had a terrific time doing it. We will return, as it is a great place to get away and have some fun.

AR Workshop is fun for a date, ladies night out, activity for families (kids and grandma can come…read moretoo)! It's quality time crafting, and anyone can do it! Highly recommend!