To say this Christmas store is overwhelming is to understate things a bit. It carries everything…read moreyou could want for decorating...and then some. They don't just have ribbon--they have a ribbon room. They don't just have ornaments--they have an ornament room. Same for wreathes/garland as well as picks/sprays/branches. They have large items too, such as sleighs, artificial trees, and shopping mall quality vibrant statues/characters/displays. Most things are well-priced, however the large unique items will cost you much more than most of us will want to pay. Would I compare this place to the decorators warehouse up in Arlington/DFW?--absolutely. Both are awesome for Christmas decor.

Craftex - The Coolest Store in Houston Tucked onto a side…read morestreet in Bellaire, just off of Bellaire Boulevard near Hillcroft, is the amazing Craftex. I discovered the place through my friend, Greg Buchold. I had been admiring a Mardi Gras mask and wreath that he had put on his door and he told me about the place. I went looking for Mardi Gras stuff but was blown away by the extensive collection of cookbooks and design books that they sell, all discounted from retail list prices. But there was much much more. Just when I think I've seen everything there is to see in Houston, something new pops up on my radar. Check out the photos.

So much fun! Britney was super nice at the cashier! The…read moreselection of plushies are better than next door. Very family friendly and lively. Yes, I won plenty of prizes!

Me and some friends stopped by Craft Land the other night after dinner, and it ended up being a…read morereally fun time. It was my first visit, and exploring Houston's Chinatown at night just adds to the vibe. Bright lights, great energy, and cool little places like this tucked into plazas. We came mainly for the claw machines, and they definitely delivered. These aren't your usual scammy machines where you walk away empty-handed and annoyed. The win rates here are actually decent. We saw a bunch of people pulling out prizes, and we managed to win a few cute plushies ourselves. There's a wide variety of machines too, with everything from small trinkets to giant stuffed animals. This place could be a fun date spot if you're both a little playful or competitive, but honestly it's perfect for kids. The atmosphere is light and casual, and there's plenty to keep them entertained. One thing I didn't totally get was the "tufting" part of the name. After looking online it looks like you can do rug making workshops but I'm not sure where they'd host this as the place was full of claw machines. That being said we didn't check that part out, but maybe next time. Overall, Craft Land is a cool little late-night adventure, especially if you're in the area and want to mix a bit of nostalgia and prize-hunting into your night.

I wasn't able to find anything here. I was looking for regular cotton fabric and found a very small…read moreselection. There also aren't a lot of employees to go to for help or who will come up to you asking if you need help. But I did go on a Saturday, so maybe they were just busy. I did see a lot of dressy fabrics, so if that's what you're looking for then maybe you'll get lucky here.

**************A SEAMSTRESS DREAM*************************…read moreLORD HAVE MERCY, a dream come true. I had never heard of this place before I stepped foot in it to make a masterpiece. I had actually visited on Good Friday and they were closed. I live in Katy and it was a 30 minute drive. I was upset but kind of my fault because you should always call a new place first before visiting. I pulled up and saw no cars and was surely disappointed. I politely got back in my car and decided I would visit another day. Well the following week I decided to visit because I needed to drop shoes off at the shoe shop. I walked in and felt like I was dreaming. It was such a variety of material it was unreal. I am not a seamstress but I have a creative vein for making a masterpiece. I decided to take my time and walk around and observe, look and allow my creative juices to flow. Then an angel appeared CLAUDIA, she was the sweetest girl ever. She answered all of my questions, offered expertise knowledge and helped me sort through many different options. Of course a creative person never makes choices overnight. So I left the store and told her I would return soon. The following week I returned with more choices and the need to make a final decision. When she seen the masterpiece she was floored. She then proceeded to talk about her mother's 50th birthday. It was funny because I am preparing for my 50th birthday and I was sharing with her that I don't mind sharing information with her as well to make her mother's event a success. What impressed me the most is all of the staff are welcoming to all ages and race along with being bilingual. I am always disgusted when I walk into an establishment and no one speaks ENGLISH which is the first language in HOUSTON. They are all nice and helpful CLAUDIA, stood out to me because she helped me personally. She was absolutely amazing. She gave hands on expertise and was very patient and kind. It was my first time in the store and she made me feel welcome. Her energy and poise were unmatched. I am looking forward to shopping at this establishment again.

Not only do they have any vinyl you need, they also have tons more that you never would've thought…read moreexisted and totally want!! Plus the pricing here is amazing in comparison to retail stores like Joann's and Hobby Lobby. Also, I sincerely appreciate the customer service here! Each time I've been, I've been given phenomenal customer service! This last time, I called to confirm that they really are closing at 5pm as it was 4:57pm at that time and the guy who answered the phone asked if I was in the area. I told him that I was about 7 minutes away and he informed me that he would wait for me to get there before closing! And he did just that. Such an awesome thing for him to do so I quickly grabbed what I needed and thanked him enormously on my way out. Thanks for having great prices, a great selection of vinyl and phenomenal customer service!!

So helpful! They walked me through the entire process of creating and saving a dtf. This store and…read moretheir Katy counterpart, Joinus Katy, go out of their way to help customers and make sure what they need is right.

Not a welcoming environment at all! Two people I spoke with had an attitude as if I was bothering…read morethem; there were no other customers to tend to either. Just Wow! I am being generous with two stars because of the selection but I am not going back!

I brought 2 chairs in with my own Fabric and they charged me over 500 then called and wanted more…read moremoney and after 6 weeks they still hadn't finished! I'll never go back! Fabic is beautiful and I used to get everything done there but things have changed!

I love bead n bead. This is my favorite place to come for…read moremassive projects that require a hefty amount of gems. I feel the prices are pretty decent compared to big name places like Hobby Lobby or Michaels. It's been about 5 years since I've been here and when I came back, it's still just as bomb with the variety of beads and gems to choose from.

Great selection of findings , service and price! I will be back again real soon. The selection…read morechoices are vast.

They have Jewelry and Metalsmithing classes! Taught by local artisans! Most are 1-day and you end…read moreup with a finished piece of jewelry to take home! Check out their website or call them for more info!

This place has a lot of inventory and the owner is very knowledgeable and friendly! Just watch your…read morestep going in the door!

Psssst! want to decorate your walls for cheap? Come here!…read more Super cheap paintings and frames of all themes (African, Asian, Hispanic), sizes, shapes and colors. They do custom framing also. Skip Michael's and all the other custom framing places and pay them a visit; you won't be disappointed! That new diploma you're looking to frame? The money you save here can go back to pay off some of that massive student loan. P.S. You can bargain them down a little if you pay cash ;) They also open on Sunday.

I love Michael's...its never really packed its always clean quiet and love the helpful workers…read morethere....so nice and polite Check out is always easy and fast never had an issue What I was looking for is always in stock and if not they always help me find it And the price is always affordable and on point with what I need

Needed a quick framing project done and Will was extremely professional and efficient. Great…read moreservice - will be back. Thanks!