30 year customer - I bought all my daughters art supplies there for years, did all my…read more framing there , bought prints etc.. Very disappointed recently - paid for a custom mounting of a canvas print - I gave careful instructions on my request - when i went to pick it up, I found that the image on the print was bent around the edges of the underlying frame. The painted image just ends in space - When I mentioned this, the young lady was dismissive - " these things get stretched when they get mounted" - Understood. So they actually mounted it on a framework that was too small. Too bad for me. I don't think it is reparable. I dont mind if mistakes are made. Just be respectful.

Riverside Art is amazing! We were traveling for my mom's funeral from California and I called and…read morespoke with Bob who said he could help us with a shipping box for my mother's painting. We were greeted by Sherry who said we better rush to the airport and that Bob would take care of it. A few days later my painting arrived beautifully packaged and shipped by Bob for an unimaginably low cost. Wow! A store with full art supply inventory, local art, and amazing customer service!

I just took my niece to get some pen, pencils, journals and the such. She loved the choices and…read morethe selection of all those items. I spent some time checking out the RISD inspired items like t-shirts and mugs and I loved the designs and the colors. Very bright and colorful. The staff was helpful and friendly and there was always someone close to ask questions

Visited this thinking it's a store for the RISD Museum. It's a store where art supplies are…read moreavailable, shirts, mugs, magnets, and a few souvenir items. If you're doing touristy things and planning to visit, there's not much to see here.

Here to review the framing. I needed a piece framed, matted, and wired in a custom frame last…read moreminute for an exhibition. I called a couple of places in the area and it was clear folks were trying to give me the run around and were being shy in their estimates. One place quoted me a truly unreasonable price for just a simple matte. I've gotten plenty of things matted and have done plenty a matte myself. No one ever charged what they told me. Lucky for me, I called up Jerry's Artarama next. I got a really good estimate for my frame but the framer was also honest about how pricy things could get with certain materials. Throughout the whole experience, I was never blindsided. Fortunately for me I also was able to take advantage of their custom framing sale. And there is another 10 percent off for members! When I first came in, it was clear the framer was sensing where I wanted to go with things, rather than leading me to the obviously most expensive options. She gave me solutions using frames they already have made (they have a large selection for reasonable prices) and also what I could do to make things fancier for extra. She showed me the difference between the museum plexiglass and regular plexiglass and explained that the major difference is UV protection. She also gave me the samples to compare for myself and choose, and we agreed on just appearance they are rather similar. I ended up going for museum grade but I really appreciated how she showed me all of my options and the prices and let me decide. She also helped me pick a frame that they could order in time and helped me choose which frame and matte width looked best. Even the rush pricing was not exorbitant. When I came to pick things up, it was wrapped, wired with bolts, matted, plastic protected, and ready for shipping. I came out of the experience with first class work/service and I never once felt preyed on. I think some framers can take advantage of the fact that a lot of people don't know a lot about the framing process or what is reasonable and so I really appreciated how professional and friendly Jerry's Artarama was through the entire process. I totally recommend them to both art professionals or to anyone who wants to frame a special photo. I am so incredibly happy with how everything worked out and will be back soon!

I have always found the staff at Jerry's in Providence to be knowledgeable, accessible, and…read moredownright nice. Great selection of inventory and competitive pricing and I appreciate the staff recommendations whether in conversation or in notes alongside the product. Well worth the trip.

I went in to Blick for a gift (they have a mechanical pencil that Wirecutter rates the best) and…read morewas impressed by their selection of art supplies. I am by no means a visual artist but I had a blast just looking at the supplies. What really blew me away was the customer service. I was greeted right away (as was everyone who entered the store) and informed that there was a sale going on and not to hesitate to ask if I needed assistance. I ended up taking them up on the offer to help as the pencil eluded me, but they put me on the correct path. Checking out was a breeze and they also told me I qualified for an educational discount of 10% everything not already on sale. All said, I got what I came for (along with a few other items) and was very happy with the experience.

My first visit to Blick and they had a large assortment of art supplies, very neatly and well…read moreorganized. Best of all the salesperson who helped me was knowledgeable, patient and able to help me find everything I needed as well as explain different supply options. What a great store experience!

5 Stars for a fabulous little gift shop with everything you could possibly need for gifts for the…read morewhole fam! We were looking for a very specific gift to send someone back home- a red lobster stuffed animal. As we walked past this shop we saw exactly what we were looking for right on the window display! I had my little dog with me and they welcomed us in- the gal at the register even gave my pup a treat! I could've spent hours shopping for the whole family, from jewelry, to games and puzzles, to art prints and home decor- There was so much to choose from! I'll definitely be back for more and am so thankful for the friendly staff!

Another cute gift shop in Providence. This is close to Frog and Toad. We were greeted by the…read morefriendly owner upon entering. They have cute magnets made by local artists; shirts, bowls, kitchenware, and so many others. If you're looking for high-quality Rhode Island t-shirts with cute designs (they are on the pricier side though), other souvenirs, and gift items, you should definitely check out this store.

Went in completely unsure what this place was going to be like. The sales clerk was extremely…read moreknowledgeable and very willing to help me pick out something that was exactly what I was looking for (blank greeting cards -- I like making homemade cards for people). They have multiple sales ongoing where you can get a lot of product for $5 or less, so I was able to get enough pre-folded paper for cards to last me many years to come.

I can't recommend Paperworks/Central Paper highly enough...They have been very helpful with some…read moreneedy & challenging projects I've had over the years. Jose who works the Paperworks cash & carry counter could not have been more friendly, helpful, and attentive to my needs. They're great at helping you find the exact stuff you need to pull off the vision for paper based projects. They have a great selection of paper, including plenty of fun surprises in their in store closeouts. Always well with the trip in.

Very expensive-Most items you can buy online at a fraction of the price......Coupons used to come a…read morelot more often than they do now. Didnt even get a book sent this year to me. Honestly many better deals out there. I do buy my bulletin board paper and borders here but even those are getting pricey.....Laminator on site of needed.

My son had a blast here! Staff was super friendly letting us enjoy our time and helpful with…read morepicking out his next goodies. Will definitely be back!

Went to Hobby Lobby today to find an item I had seen online. The Seekonk store is always clean and…read morewell organized. I found exactly what I was looking for in the well marked aisles. I appreciate the sales the store frequently has. Everything I purchased was at least 40% off. Compared to other "craft" stores, I believe Hobby Lobby has the best prices and most eclectic variety of items. A few downfalls include paying for bags to bring your purchased items out and some of their political affiliations and policies. However, I'm finding it difficult to find any Apolitical business and political neutrality is rare today.

Hobby Lobby stores are all over the United States and offer the best in project, party and home…read moresupplies. This Hobby Lobby store in Seekonk, MA is walking distance to BJ's Wholesale Club, Staples, Panera Bread, and Raising Cane's. There are plenty of parking spots. I was shopping at BJ's Wholesale Club and suddenly the fire alarm went off, so I walked to Hobby Lobby to check it out and stay warm. The store was huge and when you walk in, there are aisles of holiday items from gift tags, wrapping paper, gift boxes, stockings, wreaths, and other decor items. Throughout the other aisles are fabric, wall decor, books, party items, frames, paper crafts, and so much more. All aisles were labelled and fully stocked. I purchased car coasters as a gift. There were multiple registers open and the cashier was friendly. Service was quick. I will definitely come back to Hobby Lobby when I need supplies for a DIY project or a party.

I had looked online for foam for a project…read more I found what I wanted and the website even tells you which aisle it is located in (very helpful). I went to the store, found the aisle and exactly what I needed. The product was as described and was reasonably priced. Checkout was fast and friendly. Would shop here again.

I love Michael's. You can find most anything you need for crafts, holiday decor, home decor, etc…read more I usually get their scented candles, that go on sale often and they usually are about $2.50 each. Many scents to choose from, so you will most likely find one you like. Their rewards program is good, where you get coupons and vouchers frequently. The cashier was a bit "robot" like...no smile, no hello...but that's fine....maybe they should consider self checkout lanes.

Beautiful art that is fairly priced. Perfection! Mail order and in person st crafts show equal good…read moreservice.

Three Wheel Studio has a lot of beautiful, U.S.-made pottery. The store features pottery from…read moreartists from Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. The store features pottery by the owner, Dwo Wen Chen that is absolutely stunning. The pieces are perfect with autumn, decorated with red and orange leaves. This place is great when you are looking for unique, special gifts. I had a difficult time finding something small for my boss that was in my price budget. Expect to pay $20-$350 for a piece of pottery. For example, I paid $18 for a small tea bag holder about 3-4" in diameter. Definitely worth a walk-through, but keep in mind that prices are pretty steep.