Expensive, even with the sales. And good luck finding staff to help you find anything. Despite…read moreseveral ceiling signs, mostly, you are on your own. STAFFING is really lacking; the line was looooooooong. This is not the fault of local management. More likely a corporate management decision or strategy. Retail is a catch 22- long lines and higher prices drive people online to shop which results in a ghost town vibe in the store which leads to more online shopping. SUGGESTION TO HOBBY LOBBY: Host in store craft events and "kids craft camps" to rebuild your base.

Everything a good craft should have and more! This shop at the South Hills Plaza in Poughkeepsie,…read morewill brighten your day any day, any second- hell, any season. I love to up my decorating game from Fall to the Christmas holidays and purchase faux Fall leaves, stems to Norfolk pine garlands to decorate my home. Faux greenery aside, Hobby L. also has a Craft dep't, Fabric+Sewing, Baking supplies, Art items, candle holders, beads and more- which makes it a nice starting place to get some inspiration and tweak what you purchase with your own add-on flair. Since Hobby L. only carries faux greenery, I personally love adding real stems and flowers I purchase from a few florist shops to break down that artificial feel. Even if you're not into buying artificial anything, Hobby L. is a must-visit any time of the year for any of your crafts. Prices are fantastic. But the other big take-away for me is these folks carry more craft items and have more variety than Michael's & JOANN. No offense.

it's been a number of years since I came into Michael's and I was pleasantly surprised at how fully…read morestocked the shelves were given the climate for retailers these days. We were on the hunt for small glass jars for my daughter's beach-sand collection. Front of mind were those small glass jars that Klipp and seal. I can't remember the name of them. She had gotten them in the past for $1.50 to 2 dollars each. I'm guessing the tariffs have hit Michael's because they were up to nearly 4 dollars each. I can't blame Michael's. My discussed is aimed elsewhere. I would like retailers both online and brick and mortar to make a note of how much we are paying for tariffs. I think this would help prevent backlash against local shops. But I digress She found what she was looking for, and we started the self checkout process. Unsurprising, there were glitches at self check out. More proof that we need people The associate was so pleasant and informative and made the check out frustration plus not a minus.

We went in on a whim and to window shop…read more I finally found 12"X18"X3/8" closed cell foam, and not a huge roll that I'll never completely use. I've looked in several places and couldn't find it. I asked a young guy what I was looking for and gave him trade names as options. Instead of a blank stare he walked me over to the aisle. There it was. I should have gotten his name. It's for orthotics. It's an arts and crafts store and much more. Their picture framing department staff can recommend matting and frames that will compliment your photo or whatever you need mounted. I read some reviews. True, it's a large store and some items aren't marked with a price. But, they do have a large inventory and not everything is based on an industrial usage. There are what used to be called rainy day projects for children. Maybe they'll learn motor skills and knowledge that could be considered transfer of training later in life. Icing a cake and applying plaster use similar tools and skills.

Beautiful work! I've wanted to have this piece of fabric framed for a while and so glad I finally…read moredid! The Village Frame Shop did an excellent job, and were so helpful in finding me something I could afford... if you have something very special you want framed, this is definitely where you want to go. The owners also happen to be lovely people, which never hurts! Highly recommend!

I have used them a number of times & the results are stellar!! Extremely professional to work with,…read morefabulous attention to detail , deadlines are always met ....& i am NEVER disappointed .....our standards are equally matched by their standards. The product is diverse & I am always able to find the perfect fit...to include matting options, etc.... As a designer, value is important for my clients, as well as myself ....however, value means nothing unless it is paired with outstanding results, I am pleased to say that Is exactly what is delivered!!! Thank you Village Frame Shop for your amazing results & great partnership!!!

FYI - She has now has pop-up stores and was recently in the Academy in Poughkeepsie for holiday…read moreshopping. Follow her on her FB page and insta accounts to know where she'll be next. My holiday shopping this year was, as always, made easier by going to Olover & Chatfield. I found a variety of unique gifts, and since she was partnering with Cream, I also was able to buy a couple of cute sweaters for my nieces. I believe in supporting small and independent businesses. Let's be sure we're doing this as a community!

They listed the wrong location and I spent an hour trying to find them to discover they moved…read morelocations and never bothered updating

I thought I properly protected a minimalist, blonde wood frame before we moved from White Plains to…read moreThe Catskills- but when I started unpacking my picture frame boxes, one of them had a nasty break during the move with the company we hired. I've had luck in the past taking pictures frames to my local Michael's in Westchester, but now that I'm up here, I wanted to support a small business. Valentina Custom Frame & G. on Main St in New Paltz has its own parking lot- which makes it super easy if you can't find any parking on the strip. Between modern, rustic, wood, ornate and other frame styles, this small shop, showcases at least 100, 200+ (if not more) samples to choose from. Valentina aims to please because the moment I came here with a desperate look on my face and showed her the frame, she eased my worries and explained what how she'll fix it. At $25 to fix my frame- not only did I get a banging deal and she brought my frame back to life- but she's professional and passionate about all things frames.

Valentina took the time to understand what I was looking for and walked me through the various…read moreoptions. One item I wanted framed was the embroidered section of a pillow my mom had made. She was able to extract that section and insert it into a beautiful frame that highlights the embroidery. The quality of the frames and the framing itself is fantastic and clearly above what you would find if you tried to do it yourself or went to a Michael's. Plus I now have the peace of mind that my mom's artwork is preserved forever.

Lovely little shop with an excellent candle selection -- tapers, votives, etc -- lots to choose…read morefrom. Really sweet owner.

From the owner: All Occasion Gifts Beeswax Drip-less Candles; Candle Making Classes; Jewelry; Crystals; Essential…read moreOils; Gift Certificates; Gift Wrapping Service; Harney & Sons Tea; Incense; Reed Diffusers; Soaps; Soy Candles; Unscented Candles; Wax Warmers & Wedding Invitations plus Ceremony & Reception Candles

We've started to enjoy going to art galleries and museums. This is a must do! First, IT'S FREE!!!…read moreThey are funded by Vassar College and they don't even accept donations. As we meandered through the exhibits, we were both amazed at what they have collected. Each corner, each gallery had amazing pieces of art. It is something you need to experience. Our favorite was the sculpture garden.

The museum is small, but its collection, exhibits, and sculpture garden are exceptional. I visited…read moreat the end of July, and the museum was empty. The staff was accommodating. Take your earphones for maximum enjoyment. Admission is free, and we had a wonderful time admiring their impressive collection of well-known artists. The exhibit on the Ubuhle Women--Beadwork and the Art of Independence was unique, and the history behind it is powerful. Admission is free. The Vassar College campus is beautiful, and the museum details the origins of the museum and the founder of Vassar College.