My friends and I have been here multiple times. We always have a great time. Cora is a terrific…read moreinstructor. She's very patient and encouraging. You leave class with a finished product. You will be a successful crafter in one of Cora's classes. I've taken a macrame rainbow wall hanging class, a needle felting class and a coiled bowl class. All were excellent and I highly recommend any of her classes.

I've been to Craftopia a couple different times now, but the girls and myself went to her new…read morelocation for the first time the other day for her candle making class. It was great. The place is really big, easy to find with a nice big sign right on the building and parking right in front. Has a lot of different rooms and a lot of art displayed in each. I loved walking around everywhere and looking at it, it was definitely encouraging us to want to come back and partake in even more classes she has to offer! Cora was even nice enough to give us one of the pieces that she had done that the three of us liked the best. Definitely recommend this place and we'll be back soon! Thanks Cora!

My friend and I traveled to the area for other reasons, and decided to fit in a little yarn…read moreshopping. Unfortunately, the hours posted on Google were not correct, and when we arrived, the store was officially closed, although a class was going on. Win, whom I am assuming was not just sales but perhaps the manager, was extremely apologetic. Rather than turn us away, she let us browse , saying that she was teaching the class but wouldn't have time to help us in real time. She let us know that we could flag her down if we had questions. We really enjoyed ourselves. The store is much larger than any local yarn store I have been to previously, and there are many unique and different yarns. Win came to help us after her class, and could not have been more wonderful. What started out as a browse, turned into some nice purchases. It's a gem of a store, and I look forward to going back on my next trip up north.

Great yarn store. They cater to all kinds of fiber arts. The selection is fantastic - you've got…read moreyour staples (Noro, Malabrigo, Manos del Uruguay etc) as well as the fanciful and rare, in all weights, fibers and types, and neatly organized too. It's located in an old industrial space. Light industrial brickwork. The sign is a little small and hard to spot. You enter through a small door and go up a few stairs, and voilà - Alibaba's cave. The staff is helpful, friendly, and very knowledgeable. They'll help you as much as you want them to, without being pushy. In my case, there were some yarns that I liked, and they found the right projects for my taste and skill level, made sure I was kitted out, and taught me the techniques I'd need. In case you need patterns, they've got them. There's a full room dedicated to books. Don't miss the clearance section! They also do knitting workshops during week days by reservation, for a very modest fee. They also have classes, though they do fill out fast!

My son got married on Labor Day, 9/7/26. We received the bouquets and boutonnieres on Friday which…read morewas supposed to be blush pink but had wrong color roses which did not flow with pink so we had to get a refund but only 2 days to fix 8 bouquets and boutonnieres in time for wedding. Well we went to Fifi's because of reviews and they did not disappoint. Whatever they had was offered including tape, a bucket, greens and valuable advice of where to go to get more pinks to fix our problem. We owe her more than a great review. She put us at ease by helping as much as possible. If you are in Tacoma, Fifi's is the place to not only get flowers but genuine help, too.

It is difficult to work through the business of losing a family member but it must be done. We…read moreordered flowers from Fifi's when our mom passed. They filled our orders beautifully and on a short notice. The arrangements while each unique were equally stunning. I heartily recommend Fifi's!

I love this studio so much! It has great vibes. Amy is a wonderful instructor. I've taken her 3 day…read morebeginning jewelry series and an enameling class so far. I had zero experience going into it and am now slowly building a home work studio. She sells the tools you need at great prices too. So glad I discovered this place!

I can't recommend this place enough. I moved to Washington a month ago and before I even moved here…read moreI signed up for a class. I had to reschedule and take the class the second time around since I was snowed in, and Amy was beyond helpful and accommodating. Just finished the class today and I can't say enough good things about Amy and her facility. She is an incredible teacher, she is patient and helpful. She gives every one of her students so much attention and helped each of us complete our projects. I can't wait to take more classes!!!

What a great place to get your paint on. Great teacher and great atmosphere. Whether you want to…read morepaint in a class or private class this is the place. Cheers cant wait to paint next time. Thank you

This place is awful and needs to be shut down. I'm surprised it's even open honestly! The lady that…read morespoke to me, Angie was completely rude towards me and my son. Judging me by how much money she thought I had. I simply went in to ask a few simple questions about the studio and art. After this interaction with her I'm completely disappointed. Obviously she doesn't have people skills. Above all else let along implying I was too poor to afford to sign up for any classes. Shmm she couldn't be more wrong.

What a fun outing this was ! My work did a team building activity here where we all made a item out…read moreof glass. Most of the people in my group blew their own bowls but I went a different route and made a paper weight. With assistance of course by the folks that run Area 253! You can pick from a variety of colors as to what you want your glass piece to look like. Paperweights they usually go with two colors while with bowls it can be up to three. I went with a light blue and a bright green for my paperweight and went with the organic option that I was given (as opposed to the spiral design which you can also have inside the paperweight). The result of the colors I picked and the blister bubbles that were captured gave my paperweight a turbulent oceanic look which I absolutely loved! I would love to come back here again to make more paperweights and try out different colors and maybe the spiral option. I have a small group of friends I'm going to try to get to go... they would really enjoy it! Awesome place and now I think I'm addicted to glass blowing places like Area 253!

I was so lucky to visit my very first GLASS PUMPKIN Patch! Every item is so unique and beautifully…read morecrafted. I was getting delighted, each time you though a pumpkin was gorgeous and held it in the sun it changed to even deeper or brighter colors, it was just stunning. There are many shapes, standard round pumpkin, lay down pumpkin, gourd shapes were my favorite, mushrooms, starfish and ornaments. Normally this is a Tacoma Washington shop BUT this was their ninth season in f holding the glass pumpkin patch in Lincoln City. I can't wait to go to their shop and make something. Glass pumpkin patch! Patrick Cahill, co-owner of Area 253 Glassblowing was happy to pose for a quick photo shoot. I love the yellow pumpkin I am holding, it looked like a lemony dream, exuding happiness and warmth, just waiting to come home and spend the holidays with me.

This is my first experience to be in a pottery studio and I think I truly struck gold finding this…read morestudio. Phi is a phenomenal individual and I'm 100% this place will be bustling in no time. I also wouldn't be surprised if I find him featured in newspapers or pottery websites someday. In terms of learning, Phi's methods and his attentiveness are encouraging. For any one who think pottery is easy, it isn't. I've spent 6 hours in the studio and I still can't find my center. It's important to put in the work and I don't think it can be done without a teacher. There are some pitfalls that only an experienced potter could tell you. Having access to a full studio with a knowledgeable instructor is a must. Even wedging or hand building comes with special technique because clay itself has its attitude. In any case, this is a great studio and they also have a firing service. It's also located in a garage so if you're worried about the virus, air circulation here is good. Mask and social distancing are also respected. Great positive environment. Parking is decent. Be prepared to get dirty should you decide to join Phi weekly. Sign up sheets and contact information will be disclosed (by email) once you signed up for BIPOC wheel time and lessons.

I absolutely adore this place! I have done the glass fusing workshop several times now. The staff…read moreare so helpful in showing you different design techniques, while giving you complete freedom to do what you imagine. It really inspired me to get back to being creative. Their showroom is also full of amazing works of glass. What a great place to find a unique gift!

TGS is a great local company with beautiful products! The…read moregallery location is in Proctor, which makes it a great stop while you're wandering around the neighborhood. This shop is full of great products, everything from jewelry, to wall art, to trinkets. They also have fusion glass classes here, which look like a fun time!

Save your time & $$. These guys are a total JOKE! Booked a couples glass blowing. Paid for shipping…read moreback to HNL & even tipped the guys. Still waiting for our stuff. Endless calls unanswered and a voicemail box thats full. Text measages with no response either. Take your business elsewhere

Even my teenager liked it! Our workshop with Anthony was great fun for the whole family. He…read moreprovided clear and engaging instruction, made us all feel comfortable, and helped out just enough to make sure we each had a cool ornament to take home. I highly recommend a visit!

Great art supply store! Excellent selection, friendly staff. Came down from Port Orchard and was…read morenot disappointed.

I love the gift section at the entrance to the store. I always end up buying 5 to 10 items to send…read moreoff as goofy gifts. It's just a great space in that way. They have an adequate supply of art products but I wish they went deeper on watercolor merchandising, and especially on watercolor paper and journals. The staff is very friendly and helpful . The downside for me is the concrete floors, and the loud talking of the staff-I get sensory overload and really stressed in the space .