I have never had the pleasure of visiting this yarn shop in person so this review is solely based…read moreoff my experience as an online customer from California! I found Michigan Fine Yarns when looking for a place to supplement the soon to be closed Joann's. Someone recommended this on an online knitting forum and I took a risk. They have a very easy to navigate website with a ton of offerings in any color, thickness, weight, and material you could image. The only downside to being an online customer is that we cannot feel the yarn. However, I received a call once when purchasing the pink yarn where they inquired as to what I was making because there were two lots with different dyes used so there was a slight color difference. I was taken aback by how thorough their customer service was and how thoughtful that interaction was! I've attached photos of some projects that I have completed (I'm new to knitting so any mistakes are truly my own and not due to the yarn). I will continue to purchase from Michigan Fine Yarns as they have a range of yarns that can fit any budget. I like to work with the 100% Peruvian wool from Cascade yarns the most and my local yarn stores don't have them in the quantity that I need. I cannot wait until life brings me to Ann Arbor and I can visit this store in person! I might feel like I've died and gone to Heaven.

The yarns are high quality and reasonably priced for what you're getting. I bought value yarn for a…read moreblanket at $7.99/ea and it's beautiful, 20% wool, and has withstood multiple attacks from pets. The staff is very friendly as well. I'm rather introverted and I appreciate that they greet me but don't crowd me. They're very knowledgeable and the store hosts classes and offers 30 minutes of help on your project for $10. The only downside is it's very tight inside but I would say the selection is worth the sacrifice of space. If you're looking for your JoAnns replacement this is definitely it !!

Bead Alley is in a little strip mall on the west side of Saline. Just a hair east and on the other…read moreside of the street from Two Twelve Arts Center. The south side of US-12. (See my photos.) Why did it take me so long to finally decide to stop by the new location? I always told myself I was too busy. But yesterday I finally told myself, "Just for a little while." Glad I did! The owner is friendly. Oh, I wish my memory were better. I think her name is Arlene. Please forgive me if I got it wrong. I told her that I'm mainly into quilting. She said that a lot of crazy quilters come to her for beads. Crazy quilting uses a lot of embroidery and embellishments such as beads and charms, with the patterns of the fabric providing background interest. She told me that I could bring my bracelet repair project and work on it there, to get advice, because she knows so much more about beading than I do, and also in case I just need a few beads to finish. I'm gonna do that. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bead-Alley-Saline-MI/164092560298590

A wonderful selection of beads-- both in size, style, and color-- and very good prices compared to…read moreother bead stores. The owner was very knowledgable about different types of beads and various stitches. Only two small complaints: 1) the space is a bit cramped which made it a little difficult to maneuver 2) they currently only accept cash or check, but the owner said that next week she should have the new card reader up and running. I will definitely be returning!

This is a charming gift shop in South Lyon. I don't get over get often but nearly always for…read moreChristmas gifts. The staff is quite friendly considering the store is wall to wall people at Christmas. There are lots of unique gifts and plenty of reasons to keep coming back year after year.

this place sucks. zero customer service. they took my money and basically went dark-never responded…read moreto my many emails regarding shipping or anything. there is no customer service and hopefully they'll be no more customers. most unprofessional inept idiots

Fast. Packaged well. And so nice to play with. I hope they expand what they offer.read more

About 5, 000 different papers from all over the world! Art and craft supplies, classes, open…read morestudio times.... a fantastic place!

The staff at Jennifer's is very knowledgeable and friendly. They have a great variety of quality…read morefabrics to choose from and i love this quilt shop. I have bought kits, yardage, fat quarters and sale fabrics there. It is my favorite quilt shop.

Gorgeous shop with a huge selection of Moda and Tilda fabrics. So happy I stopped in. The ladies…read morerunning the shop are a delight to chat with and I haven't found such a well-appointed quilt store in a long time.

Cool store. The back…read morehatch of the old Ford truck caught my eye. Lots of cool and unique artisan work. Some cute small Faygo, Vernor mugs, but wow, $88. Not cheap. Cool Ford lamps. Definitely worth a walk through, much to see. More interesting items upstairs too.

If I were rich I would have purchased so many things! They have so many hand made items from…read morepottery to jewelry to art work. I loved so much of it. This place is not cheap, but that's because you are buying hand made items from talented people! Even if you plan on buying nothing, you have to check it out. Service was top notch. They knew what they were selling and were happy to answer questions. They even nicely packaged a gift I bought. It's the perfect shop for Downtown Brighton!

Wow! Stopped in by happenstance when we ran over to Agrigole Farm Stop for some duck and so glad we…read moredid- we'll definitely be back! Great variety of items Reasonably priced Owner was super friendly

This is a great little shop I discovered in Chelsea's downtown area. They have all sorts of home…read moredecor, which they change up seasonally. They have a unique collection of decor, with everything from upcycled art/furniture, throw pillows, ornaments, mirrors, pictures/wall art, candle holders, printed mugs, wreaths, lamps, and more! The art is in a variety of styles, though a lot of it leans towards farmhouse and antiques style there is plenty of other style items as well. They also have some clothing items and bath items as well. My understanding is that different artists/entrepreneurs feature their own unique section of items for sale, which makes it more eclectic. I've been there a few times for different seasonal decorations already and am always excited to see what they have each time.

Love love love their work. Love the imperfections and that they're hand made. We used them for a…read morefireplace surrounding our prior house and they helped me decide on a color that I wouldn't have thought of to use. Perfect. I knew I had to use them in our new house. Again, perfect

3/14 - Our first visit to Motawi was so pleasurable! I had received a decorative tile a week before…read moreas a gift, and I was excited to visit the place for myself. It's easy to find using the address, there are not many signs along the way, but you don't need them if you map it. It is tucked back off the main road, there is plenty of parking and the door to walk in is clearly marked. We walked in and were greeted by a really sweet guy, he gave us a little tour and info, and then we looked around. The main shopping / display area is small, but perfectly laid out. There is a "boneyard" towards the back where they have tiles with slight imperfections or are considered overstock. These offerings change as they present themselves over the course of the week. Really sweet place, can't wait to continue to grow my collection!