Ok, first and foremost, I'm not the artist of the family ..... not even remotely close. I may not…read moreeven be qualified to make a statement regarding the artistic qualities of an item. Just so we are on the same page, I can't do justice to a stick figure and I'm being quite serious when I state the family handicaps the pictionary teams by having me on one time and my 7 year old nephew on the other team - Yes - it's really that bad. Now, what does that have to do with Alabama Art Supply - well I guess nothing. But, my wife who is a good artist (Other people have verified this) wanted to stop by here and do some shopping. From an art supplies place, this place is as good as anywhere you will find in the area. They have it all, if you are drawing, painting, need to create a matte for a piece .... prices are good and staff is really nice (even to us non artistic folks). I'd recommend this place if you're looking for some supplies that are a little different as well. Really well organized space and worth a visit if you're in the area.

What a great place! I live out of state and we don't have a local art supply like this place…read more Randy was super helpful with my pottery glaze purchase, answering questions and making suggestions. He even caught that I was about to purchase glaze that was not a good fit for my needs. He helped me choose alternative glazes that fit my need and saved me $20 plus as the alternate glazes were less expensive! Randy took a lot of time answering my questions about Stroke and Coat, and with his help I decided this product did not fit my needs (although lots of my potter friends praise Stoke n coat). Alabama Art has a great selection of glazes. This was my 3rd trip and I will definitely be back. It was the most fun!!

In the last several months I have ordered two sets of note cards from The Scribbler...one set for…read moremyself and another as a gift. With the help of the staff they helped make the process very easy. I decided it was a cost savings to order these personalized cards rather than buy random boxes of 10-12 cards. I highly recommend The Scribbler as they have so many options and are conveniently located in Homewood with parking right at their front door.

There was very nice employees and the wrapping was excellent. They had some nice stuff but mostly…read morejust signs and some toys. There was pretty good prices.

It's always a trip down memory lane shopping at this long time Mountain Brook staple. Once in…read moreMountain Brook Village, its newer home is in Crestline Village. They still sell anything you could possibly want or need: giftware, hostess and entertaining items, collegiant gear, limited baby clothes, sorority gear, the same old school candy that I bought here as a child, and so much more! I will return to this beloved little store that so beautifully has served this community for many many years!

I walked into the Model Box on 7/12 from Chicago, IL looking for a plane model or two as I…read moreabsolutely love planes. The store is decent sized and very clean. There is a beautiful chocolate lab that sits right at the door, I am assuming it is the owner's dog. The owner or person who worked at the door however was hands down the rudest individual I think I have met this year. I came to the store seeking models that I cannot find and this store had some however the gentleman at the front BERATED my 9 year old son and make me feel like a common criminal. My son picked up a pen that will float it you toss it but the owner literally screamed at my son and asked him what would happen if the pen knocked down the plane, which was attached in four different spots and weighed easily 50-70 lbs and was secured in four different spots and the pen might have weighed .5 ounces, but I digress: the store was decent, some older models but some new. The models are overpriced by about 15%, knowing the Horizon Hobby website pretty much by heart but things like that do not matter to me. I WANTED to spend money here and the guy could have genuinely been having a bad day but I wouldn't spend money here because the man is an absolute asshole. So sir, if you see this review, i don't know what your problem is, but you did it to yourself.

Absolutely crap service nothing but regrets after shopping here!!!!!! Called for advice on…read moreinvesting in my first RC the pushed me towards Axial so nearly 1k later I have an issue with my car and "sorry we don't support that brand sell parts for that brand nor will we work on that brand.." So let me get this straight you convinced me to by what you had in stock just to leave me high and dry nearly $1000 later between parts and accessories.

I was needing last minute communion supplies, and Alpha had what I needed. The gentleman working…read morethere was very knowledgeable and helpful. The store is Catholic oriented, and as a Protestant pastor, I didn't know much about some of the items on display when my daughter asked about them. He very graciously took the time to answer her questions and explain some elements of church history to her. Great experience.

Such a fantastic locally owned business. I have had the pleasure of coming in here on a few…read moreoccasions for various reasons. The first time I came here was to help my grandmother get supplies to make a christening gown for my daughter. The people in here are so friendly and helpful and produce some amazing looking items. My wife and I were gifted a smocking class by family and gave us a different experience with them than what you normally have with a retail store. And yes, I did take a smocking class... and it was a blast! The teacher really helped us learned the strategies and was great about it when we made mistakes (which is bound to happen). It was a fun experience that we have not utilized the benefits of to its fullest potential. Anything else we have needed, the staff here has given great assistance. Any time we need fabric or have questions, the Smocking Bird is our go-to place to visit.

I highly recommend The Smocking Bird for the sale and service of Janome sewing and embroidery…read moremachines. I carried my machine in for annual service and it was ready a few days later.

Edgewood is a cool neighborhood in Homewood, Alabama that I have always considered them to be known…read morefor their restaurant options. It is definitely a well-established neighborhood and a great place to head towards if you are in the Birmingham, Alabama area.

Love this shop! Have had my framing done here for many, many years. I love the friendly, helpful…read morestaff who always have creative ideas that they make me think are my own ideas. It is quintessential southern hospitality and creativeness. Highly recommend if you have special framing needs. If you want run of mill framing, go some place else.

Amazing selection chosen by knowledgeable owners, who also serve as your customer service…read morerepresentatives. I have never been anything less than thrilled with every aspect of my experience at Griffith, and I have been a customer for over 35 years. Thank you, Griffith brothers! I hope to be back very soon!

Astute connoisseurs of art! They know their stuff. Beautiful selection of local art and durable…read moreframes. Quickly appraised my antique vase and even helped me to my car. Nice guys!