I've lived in Tempe over 25 years and I just learned about this place. Highly recommend if you are…read morea crafter, crochet, painter, textile, sketch, artist or sewer! For teachers as well! Great volunteers and friendly staff. I walked away with a bag full of materials I can repurpose into nice pouches For my Christmas market.

This is a wild "store" that all artists and craftspeople in the community should visit and support…read more It's in an old office & warehouse space that is set up like a labyrinth of magical bits and bobs that have been donated. You never know what you might find. Fabric scraps, a box of 1,000 gently used watercolor 1/2 pans, armature wire, embossing tools, spools of vintage lace, instructional books, jewelry findings and who knows what else!!! It's different every time! Everyone is a volunteer and your payment for your treasures is whatever you see fit. I recommend being overly generous because an amazing place like this won't exist for long without our support. Hours are irregular-please check their website!!

Super friendly and helpful woman who rang us up and made nice suggestions . We both got a couple of…read moreitems that were on sale (love my teapot!) . It's a big store but not a lot of what we were looking for on the particular trip, items such as small children gifts NOT a made in China. (Won't buy it even if it's cute or cheap.)

Soo glad to see The Prayer Center is still open. There is a great selection of books, and the staff…read moreis friendly.

This amazing store just got better…read more They have everything you could need for your home. Gifts for your friends, family and pastoral staff. Games and books for kids. Coloring books for relaxation and meditation. Bibles and covers and all kinds of writing implementations. Its a must see store. I got a Bible cover for Grandpa's Bible, a mystery book, journal and some mints. Quiet time, here I come.

From the moment we walked into this beautiful Christian bookstore, I felt the peace of the Lord…read moresettle over my heart. There is something so special about a place that honors God not only in what they sell, but in how they serve. Their selection of forever Bibles is truly remarkable. Whether you're looking for a study Bible, a journaling Bible, or a treasured heirloom edition that will walk with you through the seasons of life, they have it. What touched me most was their beautiful Bible engraving -- such a meaningful way to mark God's Word as your own or to bless someone you love with a gift that will last for generations. There's something powerful about seeing a name engraved on the Holy Scriptures, a reminder that His Word is personal and alive. I've always believed a Bible should be written in, highlighted, prayed over -- pages worn soft from love and study. A living Book. The gentleman who helped us truly understood that. He patiently walked us through different translations, layouts, and features, helping us find exactly what each family member needed. We left with two Bibles that felt perfectly chosen -- not just purchased, but prayerfully selected. Beyond Bibles, the store carries a large selection of faith-based items -- jewelry that speaks truth, hats and shirts that boldly share the Gospel, and personal gifts that encourage and uplift. They also offer Bible study tools, note-taking supplies, and home items you simply cannot find on Amazon. These are thoughtfully curated pieces that help deepen your walk with Christ and surround your home with reminders of His promises. The customer service is simply amazing. Every staff member was kind, knowledgeable, and genuinely joyful. The prices are reasonable, and there is no pressure -- only guidance and grace. If you're just starting your faith journey, do not feel intimidated. This is the perfect place to begin. You will be welcomed, supported, and encouraged. This isn't just a bookstore. It's a ministry. A place where God's Word is honored, where hearts are encouraged, and where you can find the perfect gift -- for yourself or for anyone the Lord places on your heart. I left grateful, uplifted, and reminded that His Word truly is living and active.

HeatSync labs is a largely undiscovered gem. When you look around in there it's clear that…read moreanything... can happen. The potential is amazing and all it needs is the right skills and expertise to guide people looking to make things and guess what ... they're there at HSL. People that are knowledgeable and willing to share their experience and just great humans to have around. If you or someone you know likes to make stuff, this is the place to do it. From textiles to technology.... would love to have more time to spend there.

If i could give 10 stars, i would. What a great place to get projects done and to meet really nice…read morepeople. I (67 yo) wanted to learn how to laser engrave in wood. My son (31 yo) is learning how to tinker with computer programming. The people there working on their own stuff were very open to teach and help. I signed up and took a class on the laser use and my project has since turned out nice. We spent 4 hours there one Saturday and felt like it was paradise. Ohh -check out the gluten free bakery 2 doors down to top off a good day!

I have heard so much about Changing Hands. My sister and I were having a thrift/used…read morebookstore/dinner date. Imagine my delight to realize that the Changing Hands Tempe location was mere minutes away from our previous stop! Of course, we had to visit. I was immediately engrossed by the assortment of non-cheesy and extremely cool gift items that were at the front of the store, but also sprinkled throughout the location. I also really enjoyed that they had both new and used books. I try to limit myself to purchasing used books for environmental concerns, but it's tricky to find new titles pre-owned, so I justified a splurge and purchased two new books. The prices for both new and used books were extremely fair. In addition to the copious amounts of books, gift items, indie bookstore merch, and everything else wonderful, they also have a photo booth! My sister and I have an agreement to indulge in every photo booth we stumble upon, so we were super excited to happen upon one here. I can't say enough good things about this spot. I'm already excited to return.

Changing Hands is not your ordinary bookstore. I've fallen in love with both locations. I initially…read morefound Changing Hands through their Phoenix location which needs a separate review of its own. Both locations have their own unique layout, so you can't even compare them. There is so much to appreciate. This one feels a bit more spacious and I found myself in the store for 2 hours just taking my time looking through the aisles. Immediately upon walking in, I was enamored by their setup and selection of books. They have every genre you can think about. Some sections that caught my eye: a dedicated kids' section and a spot for when special guests come. They're also connected to Wildflower so you can come before or after a sip and bite. Changing Hands is so special because they care about community and also support second hand! Staff is eager to help you out and guide you if you have a specific book in mind. You can bring your well loved books in return for store credit and they're quite generous with the credit. They'll take your books depending on the condition and if they need stock for that book. The cherry on top- I love that I'm supporting a local bookstore. And you even get a stamp card with a discount once you've gotten it all stamped out. Their prices are also affordable, and you can choose from new or used books which is nice. Most of their used books are in pristine condition. I support Changing Hands through and through and am so glad I ran across this bookstore. If you're a book lover, you need to go!

What a delightful treasure indeed. Joined the members for a year Allowing me to shop on the teacher…read moreside. But without that the thrift side open to public was very interesting and quite lovely. It is decorated nice the staff was very friendly and I found a lot of fun items. On the teacher side, it's all there for the shop . I wish I had known it years ago. So many items that you can find, but it does take time if you want a certain item to sort. The five dollar bags are a steal, and I found so many items I have been looking for. Lastly, I was able to donate all of my tissue boxes, egg cartons,oatmeal containers and paper towel tubing for teachers to use.

Used to really love this store until some of the workers began making obvious and loud transphobic…read morecomments while my friend and I were shopping today. We won't be coming back for a while.

Wow!!!! What a great book store. Faith based authors with such a great collection of books and art…read more Absolutely loved the staff, everyone was super nice. Restrooms were very clean and there was an area in the back I didn't walk thru but I loved the lay out of the store. They have so many paintings that would be a great addition to any collection. Would highly recommend this store

This was my first time visiting this location and it was great the store was very clean and…read moresmelled lovely inside. I came with my sister who was looking for a few things, but I was able to find a few treasures of my own. This is a LDS bookstore, but I feel there are many beautiful treasures you could find even if you're not a member of the church. Pictures of Jesus, cute little gifts and more. Prices are fair. The customer service was wonderful, very friendly and were able to help with all we needed.

These folks are the best. I was able to hang out with my great-nephew today. When we walked…read morethrough the door, they immediately greeted us. The young lady there immediately took my nephew to show him stuff as I talked. He found a "senior moment - can't remember what it's called" and his eyes lit up. It the round rock with crystals inside. We saw replicas and fossils galore. We left with the "??" and a projectile point. What a great store with fantastic people.

We visited Tyrannostorus while I was in Arizona with my daughter, and it was such a fun surprise!…read moreYou definitely don't have to be a dinosaur or fossil enthusiast to appreciate this place -- it's incredible for anyone who loves cool, unique finds. The store is packed with amazing fossils, rocks, and so many interesting things to explore. The staff was beyond helpful and kind. The gentleman working there took the time to answer all of our questions and even brought something special out from the back to show us -- which made the experience feel extra special. My daughter absolutely loved picking out her own geode and cracking it open with their machine to reveal the crystals inside. That was definitely the highlight of our visit! We will 100% be coming back next time we're in Arizona -- and we truly wish there was a store like this in California! Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area.