Mike was so so helpful in the process of getting my ailing grandmother's machine repaired so she…read morecan use it again. He offered kindness, understanding, and did everything he could to provide excellent service. He brought joy and light in a time that's been stressful. I could not write a more glowing review for Mike and his team. I highly recommend their services!!

Update 2026. I'm taking a quilting class and wanted to check out what they have in terms of used…read moremachines that would travel well (light weight). They have a few nice ones at very reasonable prices. I picked up a Kenmore machine from the 80s that works like a charm. Got the machine and tons of supplies for under 200. And considering they've cleaned and oiled it, it will probably last another 30 years. Amazing store. Michael is the best. This is my fourth machine from them and my first ever used machine.

This place is the best place to go if you're into arts and crafts or even if you need something for…read morea school project. It has everything you will ever need to create your own creation. With its simple layout, you can find what you need easily. The employees are always willing to help out if you need it. If you're into arts and crafts, you can spend hours looking around and getting inspired for your next project. I myself love art and I love this place. I have never had a hard time with the workers here or finding something I need. I come here very often and not once have I ever walked out disappointed.

Regular Michaels, easy to find stuff with well-organized shelves. I found clear transparent…read morefastener buttons and a nice paint by numbers kit.

I like coming here for my classroom decor, but I'd rather go to Target or Michael's. Joann's always…read morehas adorable decorations for holidays, and when the seasons are changing, they have some great clearance prices. However, when there are no sales, the prices are pretty expensive. Also, make sure to check what you are buying because many of the items on the shelf are broken in some way. Idk if customers break things and then just put them back on the shelf or if workers do, but most of the time, crap is broken. I've been coming here since I was a very young kid, and I used to hate coming here. I still wouldn't say I enjoy it now, but I don't dread it like I used to. It gets annoying because the employees are a hit or miss. Some are super rude and seem to hate their lives, others will do anything in their power to help you. I worked in retail before, and I know that sometimes bad days happen, but don't take it out on your customers. Once I asked for something glass to be wrapped and the old lady at the register glared at me and said they ran out of paper... you're a craft place that sells tons of glass... This place is never too busy, but sometimes when it does get a little busier, they have lines, but only one cashier. I've never seen a cashier ever call for backup at the register, even when they are drowning with customers.

This was always the place to go for fabrics. It was always well managed, well stocked and well lit…read more It's an absolute shame that the corporation filed for bankruptcy and now this store is closed permanently. But for the last ten years that my family shopped here, I give it Five Stars!

My friend & I took a very beginner class here today and had a great time. It's always tough…read morelearning a brand new skill but the instructor was incredibly helpful and patient. We will definitely pop in for another class again. It was a fun way to spend a Saturdays girls' day. :)

I had an awful experience here. I came in with my son and they had a dog who immediately ran…read moretowards him. Naturally my son got startled and scared. They then basically told me that my son needed to go next door to the gelato shop if I wanted to browse because they needed to let the dog roam free??? Which honestly was so unwelcoming we just left. Also there was dog pee all over the floor right next to all the yarn. Which is so incredibly gross and unsanitary.

Such a fun, personal and lovely experience. A group of us women had a lovely bday celebration with…read moreOgi. We made candles and and flowers arrangements. She was so lovely and it was a great time. We laughed a lot.

I did a candle making event here and it was murder mystery theme based. It was so much fun. Our…read morehost was Karen and she was so sweet. Karen made everyone felt welcome. She offered cookies, sodas, fruity sangria. I made one of the amazing smelling candles - thanks to Karen for her recommendations. It was fantastic experience and this is great place to do more activities and highly recommend for a date activity with your partner.

Cannot say enough good things about this multi generational, family owned business…read more Brought in our favorite wine decanter, as it had micro chips on the edge. Super friendly people to deal with, very reasonably price, and an outstanding job. If you are looking for any work along this line, or specialty art glass creation or repair, I would highly recommend stopping in to see this family.

Great service and beautiful work! Rick masterfully restored this century old transom that came with…read moremy house so that I could slide it back in front of a new clear storm pane completely cleaned and like new!

I walked by this door too many times before noticing it's an actual stationery store and printer's…read moreshop! Just browsing is fun. They have so many different kinds of journals, cards and letter writing supplies. They even have a regular letter writing Meetup. What a great way to get unplugged in a digital world! They also offer printing services. Check their website for the full list of services.

Tons of stationery items. You'll find something you like!…read more They have their own screen print studio in the back. Super cool! The owner is a graphic designer so it makes sense. Only bummer is the aisles are kinda narrow so you have to squeeze by a lot of it's super busy but otherwise it's nothing that should keep you from visiting!

Since I moved on this side of Chicago, and rented an empty apartment, and I really love to make it…read morewarm and cozy with curtains and stuff, bathroom rugs and bath curtains, small details. The most affordable and still charming place where I could find so many things I've found walking on Lawrence, when I just moved in, and visiting this store by accident.... A year ago I bought so many things for my place, not be able to afford much, but could find such great things, the effect was amazing and all of the things I bought are still in use. Recently I was in a search for a mattress, like queen or full size, and walked in waiting for my glasses to be fixed nearby. I got beautiful full size mattress, with brocade finish, very comfortable, breathable, and such good quality, for a beautiful price as well. Not just that, but also a free delivery, and help to get rid of my old, and very heavy mattress. ON SUNDAY, so flexible because I couldn't find time on any other day. It's very rare to ran into such polite and helpful people, as Samuel, guy who works there. He 's helpful as can be, funny and will make your day, on 5 languages as well :-D I will for sure come back very soon for my spring update :-)

This store and many others right around here remind me of stores that are in Brooklyn. There are…read morealot of outlet stores and stores that carry gen. merchandise. This store specializes in linen, bedspreads, blankets and pillowcases. This store is a gem.

Well organized with wider than typical aisles! Go to this store, and permanent stores like it,…read morebefore going to the transitory / seasonal Halloween shops. There are at least 2 permanent Halloween / costume stores in this neighborhood. A typical Halloween store will have skinny aisles with messes strategically located within the aisles. This store has clean and robust aisles.

It's a very large store with a lot of inventory. I looked around, but they didn't have anything…read morethat caught my eye. The item that I had stopped here for was one they did have, but the website makes it look better than it is and in person it was pretty terrible and cheap looking and 25 bucks for it so I wasn't going to pay that. Admittedly, though, they do have tons of costumes, makeup, and so on for you to create a fantastic alter ego. Employee was semi helpful, but she seem to be the only one so wasn't able to help much. (It was the day before Halloween.) Their website says they have parking in the back at the Montrose store. I'm not sure where in the back because I went to the back and there was a parking spot beside the one that I was in and then a UPS truck backed into the only exit, which is truly only large enough for a single vehicle (he was inches from the curb on both sides). So I had to wait while the UPS truck picked up a bunch of packages because the entire way was blocked. Luckily, that only took about two minutes, but I still wouldn't park there because who knows how long it might take the next time. There's parking in the front on the street.

This is the definition of a hidden gem. Very glad to see something like this in the community. I…read morewish I lived closer!

I have loved seeing the growth of this cafe over the last year. The drinks - both coffee and…read morenon-coffee options are very tasty. A great place to work from or just get a drink to go. The storefront has lots of fun traditional Mexican clothing, jewelry, kitchenware, snacks, and much more for you to look at before or after you enjoy your drinks and food.