I've been coming to this DeSerres for ages, and the staff are always really kind and knowledgeable…read more The prices are a bit steep, but that's to be expected of good quality art supplies. One thing that annoys me, and the reason I'm giving them 4 stars instead of 5, is that the paint price lists can be a little misleading. They always put the price for series 1 paint (the cheapest) at the top, in a larger font, then all the other (higher prices) are listed underneath. Most of the time they don't organize the paint by series number either, which adds a fun level of tedium to every visit. Besides that, it's a pretty solid establishment, and I'm glad to have a local art supply store.

Please note this store has moved closer to coxwell station: I visit their store fairly frequently…read more I like the new layout of their store. Some of their art supplies could be more competitive with the pricing of the same products from places like office depot, but the staff is quite knowledgeable, and they try to keep up with trends. They've even added supplies for acrylic poured paintings.

I have been here many times in the past year. The store is divided into 3 sections/areas (arts and…read morecrafts, equipment (like drawing tools, different kinds of paper and paint) and framing). The people working there are very nice. It's appearance on the inside can give a little bit of sensory overload (in terms of the colors in different areas in the store). However, they carry varying amounts of supplies so you might have to go online to buy them if items are not available in store. BTW 1) They have a point card where you could get 10% off each time you purchase something and collect the amount you paid (ex. Pay $15 = 15 points). 2) When you are shopping online, you will get free shipping if you buy things that add up to $39 or more.

My absolute favourite art supplies store of all time. First of all, the staff are amazing. They've…read morebeen consistently helpful and friendly since I started going there in 2002. Obviously a change in staff, but the manager has been around for a long time and a couple staff members had stayed and have been amazing and funny! Seriously, I used to just hang out here as a kid because it's an art store, I'm an artist and the staff is great. It's a very clean store. They always have what I need and things I didn't know I needed. The prices are far superior to Michael's and better than Curry's. Plus the discounts are great and the rewards program is solid too. Oh and did I mention it's animal friendly? I can take my dog for walks in Petsmart and Deserres, Oh and also the customer bathroom is pretty cool. And free bags, who needs to pay a nickel for a bag? All in all, it's a great store. One of my favourite hangout spots, I can test my markers and pencils and all that and talk to awesome staff.

Cute store. I'm thinking of doing my own artwork for my home and stumbled upon this store. They…read morehad all that is needed to paint on canvas. Easels, assorted canvas sizes, assorted brushes and paints and custom framing and plenty of colors to choose from. The employees were friendly and helpful. Will be back.

I have never been to DeSerres before. I was at Future Shop and decided to drive across the large…read moreparking lot to get there. I got a two-headed Itoya calligraphy pen for $3. It is comparable to other art stores. They have Speedball and Sheaffer calligraphy pens, too. There were also some good storage containers on sale, but I don't need any! The woman cashing me out was nice, despite the wailing child who was at it for five minutes by the time I got to her. I would go back again to explore some more, but this pen should keep me busy for a bit!

Well stocked and cover a lot of art supplies, from scrapbook to yarn to paint supplies. I'm mostly…read moreinterested in the water colours and acrylic. The custom frames department was staffed by people who really know framing. The slight disappointment was that they didn't carry all the colours in store but you can always order online for free delivery to the store.

Great location for a Michaels! Really big store and well…read moreorganized. Love coming here whenever they're open for walk in to explore for new arts and crafts

Rude and racist owner…read more Been here for few times previously. Prices are not the best in town, the Michael's just a few blocks down the street has things cheaper but I thought it's a small business I could support. However, the most recent trip made me definitely not wanna go back. I walked in to a customer talking to the owner at the checkout counter. I didn't pay much attention to them as my mind was fixed on getting the supplies I needed for my project. The conversation got heated and both parties raised their voices so I stopped to take a look. I saw the owner pointed his hand toward the door and said "out, out!" and she angrily left. When I was done with my shopping and came to the counter to pay, he smiled and said, in his very limited English: "black people, trouble trouble right?" It's bad enough yelling at a customer, it's entirely another level of rudeness to make racist comment to another customer. Am I apparently better than the other lady just because the colour of my skin?

Called to inquire about their stock of some Golden acrylic colors. The person answering the phone…read moreseemed to be annoyed by the questions. He constantly reminded that I could have gone online to do it. I explained that I wanted to confirm and place a hold before coming to the store. When I asked about the difference between the heavy body and the open lines, that seemed to set him off. He angrily shouted "Google it" then hung up on me. Won't ever deal with this store again.

On Saturday, I wanted to visit a Michaels store. I am inspired to learn how to knit and crochet…read more After doing a quick search, I found this location close to where I was at the time. I didn't know that there is a pocket of stores tucked away on the south side of Kingston Road. This Michaels looks fairly knew compared to my local one in Markham. I parked practically in front of the main doors and walked in. Normally, I get lost in Michaels. I do well finding areas such as jewellery, yarn, and picture frames. I also managed to find the washrooms, which were clean. The best part is that you hit the women's washroom before the men's, which was a nice change. My true test visiting any Michaels store is to find calligraphy pens. I have the worst time finding such a specific, small section. Guess what? I found the section in a heartbeat. It has a decent selection of calligraphy pens with felt nibs that are like markers, pens with nibs that you dip in ink, and pens that you need to refill with ink. I was happy! I had a good time researching what yarns and simple projects I want to learn to do. It's interesting that I am fine with loom and cork knitting, but give me two knitting needles and I need help! This store is bright and clean. Staff were friendly. (193)

My experience working at Michael's was Great, Very Good Company, Friendly Customers and Staff and a…read morenice environment! Would recommend it if you are passionate about arts.

I recently started a Etsy shop (Reverie Designs Canada) and taking orders online for wedding…read moreinvites, banners, menus, etc. I picked Paperland to outsource my printing as the location, quality & service is excellent. I had to get something printed in black ink and they were actually able to do it on the spot as they had the paper in stock and they were not too busy at the time. After 20 mins I was able to get my printed material. Sweet! I love not having to come back. It was nice of them to offer to print it on the spot for me. I dealt with Eva (the owner) and Margaret who was very nice and got it all done very efficiently. I really love their Stardream/Curious papers. It's a shimmer metallic and looks amazing on everything. Hope to upload a photo of the finished product soon.

I love this stationary store! They have such lovely paper products and beautiful designs!! I got my…read morewedding invitations made here after a long search. They turned out so much nicer than those standard ones on wedding websites. It's one of my favourite items from my wedding. Designing and ordering is quick and easy. I recommend you go to the shop and they can help you and also calculate all the costs for you. It's not cheap but it's very affordable and a better deal than anywhere else. My product turned out elegant and luxurious.

There was a greeter right inside the entrance and she inquired if I needed any assistance. I was…read morelooking for paint and she pointed me in the right direction. However, once I got to that section there was more than 1 aisle and I wasn't sure what I needed. Another staff asked for someone over their walkie talkie system to meet me in a certain aisle. I explained what I needed and he was able to point out exactly which type of paint I should get. There wasn't much selection left but I was able to get the colours I wanted. The line to pay had physical distancing stickers on the floor and only every other cash register was open to adhere to physical distancing for the staff.

Every micheals you go to basically is the same. The only difference is the size of the store and…read moresometimes the sections are flipped. Location: In a smart centre area so there's lots of other stores around. Parking: All the parking you can need. The goods: Typical micheals stuff. Yarn, candles, craft stuff, etc The store: Clean, well laid out. It's laid out a bit different than bigger stores, its sort of flipped. Its a smaller store, but it works very well Staff: Nice. I only ever really interact with the cashiers I like coming here it's clean