Such a lovely specialty store. It beats going to Michael's or Hobby Lobby and *hoping* they have…read morewhat you're looking for. Blick is perfect for all your artsy fartsy needs from students to an at home project. The staff are always friendly and knowledgeable. They do an excellent job of checking in to see if you need guidance or have questions. Which helps my social anxiety tbh. I'm in my 30s and I still get shy to ask for help and just kinda freeze and hope I can google my question ‍ For my a watercolor class I needed various brushes and I love the bulk discount they offer, so that helps with budgeting. Things are pricey depending what you're looking for, but the quality is worth it. I've been here several times since my first visit and it's absolutely worth the drive everytime.

I wanted to get started with a small, portable watercolor paint kit. Nothing elaborate. I figure…read morethe best paint set is the one that you have with you ou when the mise strikes...much like with cameras. Most places have either kiddie sets for small children, or big, bulky fancy sets for the time-rich retiree crowd. I'm neither. I had heard that Blick was the place to go for the above and everything in-between. The staff greeted me up on entering the front door and answered my questions. Desire me coming in for uring the last half hour before closing. Nice. I found everything I needed in a short amount of time. I'll be back.

Service always coo - I stop by to get tools for the road - staying relevant in the culture here in…read moreSac is mando - SO Lance keeps me lit - ton of value for history here - tool selection is 2nd to none - dope location - appreciate this place for carrying us through the decades of decadence-

Service was welcoming and helpful The selection and variety…read morewas great they had know brands Value was decent

Ok this place gave me anxiety!…read more Not horrible but wow I was overwhelmed! Too much to look at. I feel like hobby lobby is the Disneyland of everything pretty for your home or crafts. Everyone's kind here and you have lots of deals to choose from. Checkout is easy and quick no Apple Pay but I knew that ahead of time. So many home items. Come here to spend the day! Treat it like the book store go in and enjoy

Although this location did not have exactly what I was looking for, I did appreciate the excellent…read morecustomer service so that is why I am rating my overall experience a 4/5. I asked where large beads were and back to school supplies were and the person who was working near the registers was able to point me in the right direction. I appreciated how accurate he was and how I was able to be in the section I needed to browse. I do love that Hobby Lobby is very reasonably priced. I do recommend you check out this Sacramento location.

I'm so happy that Color Theory has moved to a new location. The employees as very knowledgeable,…read morefull of good tips, and if they don't have what you want, they can order it for you. There is a front room with paints and canvases and all sorts of goodies. There is also a back room with drawing supplies and they plan to expand upstairs. Right now there are limited hours while they get up and running, but plan to extend hours closer to the holidays. They have all sorts of exciting ideas about expanding & art classes. The pricing seems better than before. I'm just so glad Napa still has an art supply store.

It is a nice place, Used to get my stuff from Amazon but that is not the best when it comes to the…read morefeeling of touching the materials and weight that pen and brush in your hand and think yeah I like this one, this is what I value on buying local. I only wish they a bit more varsity on price, in some materials and tools, sometimes I like to treat myself and get that wood pen holder instead of the plastic one. That's just me.

According to the U.S. Surgeon General , mental health issues are at a record high. Having said…read morethat , you truly never know what a person is going through Esmeralda, a representative here, approached me today while I was looking at the gallery and asked to 'help me' . I explained, 'no thank you' . I separated myself from her and she followed behind. Asking me several times ' can I help you' , while I was looking at art, I explained several times,I politely responded , ' no thank you' . This seemed to irritate her more and it would seem she began trying to patronize me and make unwelcoming hand gestures at me. I would like to continue conducting my business here ( local artist) , knowing I can shop and browse in solitude and in a welcoming environment To the management / owner , I wanted you to be aware Written from a member of the Davis Community , Davis is for Everyone Sincerely,

My old framer closed down, so I pulled up to the Paint Chip to get my most recent degree framed. My…read moreinitial appointment was very in-depth; the worker (unfortunately I don't remember their name) was SO helpful and walked me through tons of options to get the dignified look I was hoping for. I thought it was so cool that I got to go behind the counter and pick frame options off the wall - they really have everything you could ever need! We found a matte and frame that worked well with my other degree, which I brought for reference. The whole thing was under $300, which was very reasonable for what I ordered! They also gave me a discount for being a first-time customer and they also offer teacher discounts! The framing was estimated to take 6 weeks, which was a little long. However, the wait is worth it, as they custom-order and shape the frame to your needs. My order was finished in a little less than that timeline, which I appreciated. They also gave me hanging advice and tips for where it would look best. I love how it turned out and will definitely be back when I next have something special to commemorate!

Fantastic store. Lots of awesome crafting materials at unbeatable prices and a friendly staff. I…read morelove the ribbon and stamping selections.

Took my daughter to ReCreate because she loves doing crafts. We heard they have a crafting studio…read moreso we went there with that intent. Inside is a plethora of crafting supplies. It's like a thrift store for crafts. Most items are used and in good condition. We saw all kinds of yarn, wood, stamps, sewing supplies, and even birthday and Christmas items. Everything has is in it's own section but does take some time to look around, if you want something specific. As for the crafting area, it cost about $8 for 1 hour of crafting. They had tons of recycled items available for crafting. It did take us a bit to look around and decide on something to create. But once we did, we found lots of things to use. They did have glue guns to use but I didn't see paints, or sharp things for cutting. They also offer birthday parties in their crafting area. ReCreate is a crafters dream but an organizers fever dream. It can be a little hard to look but it's best to just take your time and enjoy the walk around.

Whenever I'm in the area I make it a point to visit Constellation Marketplace and Tea Cozy next…read moredoor. These stores are gems in the area and I love browsing the latest items curated here. They have gifts for every taste and you never know what you're going to find that you just have to have for your own place. With selections of items from jewelry and stickers to ceramics, candles, lotions, children's items, and more. Some of my favorite items to browse are the candles for the latest seasonal scents, the local items, and the ceramics. The best part is that they refresh inventory and bring in seasonal items so everytime you visit there's something new to look at. On top of the great variety of items for purchase, they partner with local businesses for events and experiences where you can craft, learn more about products, and get hands on. They're bringing the community together while uplifting other small businesses. The team here is always friendly, and if it's not the owner it's typically another small business owner so you can make small talk and learn something new. The pricing ranges based on the products and brands that are carried but I've found some great deals and feel like all the products I've purchased here are well worth the cost.

What a great spot to pick up items for yourself and as gifts…read more We came here and loved the hand crafted items and the unique variety of high quality goods. From children's clothing to leather and wood kitchen accessories to hand made jewelry, there is certainly something you need! Service was stellar, friendly and fun! Value was great also. You can tell that the products are quality goods, which do run more than plastics, but are so much better for you. Recommend!

Tried out the flower fusion class with a Groupon which was a perfect solo date activity! It's…read morefamily friendly as well, the instructor walked us through each step and encouraged our artistic creativity. Recommend to park on the street as the spots in front are for another business.

I recently got into stained glass artwork and they had almost everything I needed to get started…read more Although there was one item I needed that was out of stock, they wrote my number down and called me when they got it in. Honestly, incredibly nice people, amazing prices, and just good vibes. So glad I found my go-to spot for my stained glass needs.

I went in today to look at the huaraches. The lady was so sweet. She was very helpful in helping me…read morefind one I liked and getting the right size, I even left with two! She also has a good selection of guayaberas and was telling me what part of Mexico she got each one from. She carries things like molcajetes and traditional pots as well. Highly recommend checking the store out!

So many times that is handmade from Mexico so many different style of shoe I was able to pick one…read morefor myself I will come back for more dresses.

The largest regional food bank in Sacramento. This organization has been serving the community…read moresince 1976 and will soon celebrate its 50th anniversary: check out my photos for the QR code and anniversary details! I came here to volunteer, and to my surprise, there were even younger kids participating. I learned that the minimum volunteer age is 10 years old. Some students were volunteering for school service hours, while others came through different companies and organizations. We joined the second shift from 1pm-4pm. The session started shortly after 1pm with a briefing and task assignments from the group leader. All tasks were explained clearly. The leaders checked on us throughout the shift to make sure we were doing okay and to see if anyone had concerns. Halfway through the shift, we had a 15-minute break, and one of the leaders brought ice cream to celebrate a volunteer's birthday and shared it with everyone. I thought it was a meaningful way to celebrate a birthday while helping a good cause. We actually finished around 3:30pm, and our shift completed: - 5,451 lbs of food packed - 474 boxes prepared for the "No Student Goes Hungry" program supporting students from elementary school through college in Sacramento County. Everyone was very friendly and accommodating, and the facility was clean and organized. Restroom: clean, bright, and decent. If you are interested in volunteering, check out their website and register in advance.

Although not fun, there is one huge benefit to moving...being able to sort through a bunch of…read moremisplaced and forgotten stuff. Within all of this stuff, was a bunch of new and lightly used clothing. In the past I have donated clothing to my local Goodwill Express. However, I did some reflection and realized that all of the clothing that I donated was being sold for profit. Going forward, my intention was to donate to an organization that receives the donation(s) and distributes them to underprivileged individuals/families free of charge. Some research led me to the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. Upon calling to verify their hours (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 10am-1pm and Wednesday, 4pm-7pm), I gathered all of the clothing and hit the road on a mission to make a difference. Upon arrival, I was greeted by a Sacramento Food Bank employee who eagerly began to load my clothing donations onto a cart. Since a lot of the clothing consisted of dress pants and dress slacks, he proceeded to inform me about a program called "Job Smart Clothing." Job Smart Clothing is a program within Sacramento Food Bank that provides career appropriate apparel for underprivileged individuals interviewing for employment or currently employed. How cool is that? I'm not a representative for Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services. However, I will say that they provide an awesome service to the community, and that a little donation goes a long way (individuals who benefit from their services often leave with 15-20 pieces of clothing per visit). Before you throw away that piece of clothing that you think is out of style or doesn't quite hug your curves the way that they used to, think about donating it to the Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services!