As a beader, this store is a dream come true. Every item I need from the wires, beads, threads,…read moreneedles, etc. are all in one place. They even carry ultra-suede for my beaded embroidery. The completed projects on display are pure eye candy for me. They also sell some gorgeous completed items for the non-artistic. The only slightly downside to this location is the parking, but it is worth walking a few blocks to visit.

I don't make jewelry. I wear it, though. I haven't ever purchased beads, or even really taken the…read moretime to think about the different types of beads before. But one day, I decided-- 'What the hell. I'm gonna go see what Beadology Iowa is all about.' And I'm glad I did. This store definitely deserves some Yelp love. First off, the storefront and sign are eye catching. And while Beadology Iowa changed names like a decade ago, this go-to bead store has lived in Iowa City for over 30 years. I walked in and was greeted with a smile. (That's always the best, isn't it?) As a non-jewelry maker I was amazed to see the different materials the beads were made of? Like; stone, pearl, metal, organic, glass, chrystal and one-of-a-kind flamework beads. WOWZA. Beads. Beads. Beads. Everywhere! Organized chaos of every color and from all over the world. There was eclectic jewelry for sale throughout the store-- which was made in house? I believe. Plus, an assortment of tools for jewelry making and other supplies. The staff appeared to be super knowledgeable, but I mean-- it's not like I'd have known :) The thing that really impressed me was just how passionate everyone I chatted with seemed. They were definite artists pumped to educate me on their craft. Classes are offered-- which I definitely need to hit up sometime. Wirework, stringing, knotting, flame-work, glass work, etc... Beginners and professionals are welcome! (Just be warned parking COULD be a concern at this location!) Overall, this rainbow store had a non judgey, creative vibe. And even thought I knew nothing, I felt ok coming in just to peruse while an obvious avid customer shopped along side me. I'll definitely come back for some custom accessories, perhaps a repair -- or a class!

Great selection & very knowledgeable staff! I have taken many projects in where I did not…read moreunderstand the pattern & they have always gotten me through it!

I've driven by here and never stopped because frankly from the street the place looks abandoned…read more And then Crazy Girl Yarn Shop closed, so I asked around and everyone said "try Knitting Shoppe." They do have a great selection of natural fiber yarns, leaning heavily toward traditional wools. Thankfully, I can navigate yarn stores without too many questions because the single person behind the register was busy chatting with a regular like it was Knitting Group night. If you're a new knitter or need lots of guidance, be patient.

We use them for our office needs and they have been wonderful to work with. We had been using a…read morenational company and started having problems getting item. Office express matched our prices on most items, gave us a better deal on the rest and.....it's delivered the next day! Going local is by far a better option for our company!

The staff is friendly and knowledgable. Their minds are like lasers, dissecting my questions with…read morea surgeons precision.

Living in what used to be Sycamore Mall, on the east side of town, The Hobby Corner is a great spot…read moreto find radio controlled items, games, models, puzzles, trains, tools, rockets, educational sets and all sorts of cool toys! It's got a wide variety of items. I popped in on a Saturday evening and perused the shop. There are so many unique items, all priced appropriately. I was impressed to overhear a regular customer pop in and chat with the staff. There is definitely a sense of community at this shop. My daughter saw a daffodil Lego set and was thrilled have it purchased for her. (You're welcome.) It's cool that they have board game night (Thursdays) and that you can come play a board game yourself anytime during the day. On the same note-- if you have an old board game you can sell it here. You can now sell your used games in our store. To do this simply follow these few steps. You set the price and once it is sold you get 80% of that price as store credit. The coolest thing about The Hobby Corner is that they will order anything for you if you can't find it in the store-- at NO additional cost!

I needed a couple of shirts embroidered, so I found this place at the mall. She worked with me to…read moremake sure I had the font and color I wanted, and she had the shirts ready in a couple of hours! Very fast service and pleasant to work with!

First time coming here after visiting a Christmas market next door and wanted to check out this…read moregallery with my wife. Tons of great local artists displaying their passionate artwork and selling their work. It's a great little market, each artist booth has something more different than the last. Staff here was really friendly too. Prices are a bit really steep but everything is truly one of a kind.

As an avid downtown Iowa City window shopper, I adore walking past Iowa Artisans Gallery. Their…read morewindow always showcases so many quirky American-made treasures. The shop is definitely a place to find unique gifts or eclectic decor. I love perusing the shop because you never know what you're going to find. There are kid's pillows, exquisite clocks, gorgeous artwork, thoughtful greeting cards, trinkets galore, pretty jewelry and more! Literally there is something for everyone at Iowa Artisans Gallery. Items are bit pricey, but as are any quality handmade items. Not only do they offer great items for purchase-- but exhibitions, classes and events like the ICDD's Gallery Walk. This spot has been an IC staple since the 1980s. (It was actually founded by a dozen artists but has since changed ownership.) Come find a gem at Iowa Artisans Gallery!

I have checked around and Alex has the best payout if you are selling Silver or gold. The following…read moreis in response to the negative review I just read. His dog (behind the counter) has never growled or hardly looked up all the times I've been in his shop. If I had that type of business, I would definitly have a dog in the shop. Paul M

Have been to 5 different coin shops in the Cedar Rapids area since 2009 and Alex at AAB and Coin is…read morethe best to work with. Best prices and best sell back offers.

The store has a great selection of of Hawkeye clothes and paraphernalia!!!! Every time we come…read moreback to Iowa we stop in to pick up something Hawkeye up for our grandkids!!!

The product selection after a football weekend was great even though a few items were out of my…read moresize. Rally House always has a great selection. However, the checkout process is where expectations fell very short. First, the device to remove the magnetic theft detection device on clothing didn't work so the associates spent 6-8 minutes try to pry it off with scissors. I was watching the entire time thinking they would damage the $110 pullover. They could tell I was concerned and said they had been having to take this approach all day. The woman at the register seemed annoyed when I was asking about it and alluded that I had a choice to return it or wait until they successfully removed it. They final removed the device with scissors and thankfully didn't damage the product as the few remaining pieces on the rack in my size showed scuffs/marks on them. My issues are mangement should have provided the sales associates with a working machine to remove the magnetic device. And the woman at the register should be much much more customer-centric. You should try shopping at Scheels to get a sense for outstanding customer service. Thanks.