Nearly two weeks ago, I wanted to visit a diner on Grand Avenue in Saint Paul. On Google Maps, it…read moresaid that it was open till 4 pm on a Thursday. I got there at 2 pm and it was closed. So much for that visit. I drove along Grand Avenue to check out what was around the area. I saw Paper Source. It reminded me of a store in Winnipeg that I used to frequent. It was called The Paper Gallery. I loved it so much. If you are the type who loves stationery, greeting cards, pens, pencils, and more, you'd love this store. Paper Source gave me the same vibes. I turned around and parked on the street. It was free parking. Great! I walked into the store. My instincts were correct. The store had pens, pencils, greeting cards, and a lot of gift ideas. In short, I was in heaven! A post-Christmas sale greeted me. I saw ornaments, cards, and more all discounted. I did see the cutest felt penguin that was on sale, but the price after the sale didn't justify my getting it. I loved the pen section. From cute dog pens, to fountain ones, there was a pen for everyone. I ended up getting a disposable fountain pen. It writes well and it's the perfect size to carry in a small purse. Yet, it's the right size to write with if you have big hands. The plushies were adorable and deadly. I saw everything from avocados, to tacos. I loved the cookbooks. I wanted them all. I liked the one dedicated to soup. There were also book titles that made me crack up. If you can't think of anything to get someone as a gift, I'm pretty sure that you can find something in this store. I saw satin pillow cases, drinkware, candles, Spirograph, and more. If you're into sending cards, you can get extremely fancy by getting inkpads and stamps. I was into stamping in high school. It was nice to see how stamping has improved, but is still the same, if that makes any sense. I ended up also getting a sticky note dispenser in the shape of a typewriter. I have always loved typewriters, so I had to get it. I waited for a staffer to come to the payment area. She was pleasant and was helping another customer. I am a patient person who was not in a rush this day, so I was good. She came over and was extremely apologetic. She rang my items through her payment system. She then asked me whether I was a Paper Source, or Barnes and Noble rewards member. She uttered such magical words. I was the latter. It felt like Christmas. She let me know that my membership got me 10% off everything at the Paper Source. She also said that yearly, I get a premium tote for free. It's funny how I had eyed this tote when I first walked in. She showed me the pockets and keychain hook inside the bag that sold me. I loved it so much because the canvas thickness was perfect and it felt soft to the touch. I actually used this bag as my personal item on my flights home because it was more spacious than my purse and I could bring back more goodies! I paid with a credit card. I tapped and my transaction was done. She asked if I wanted my items in the bag. I said yes. I thanked this woman. She wished me a great day. I reciprocated and left with my new bag and goodies. I had a fun experience here. It's great when your original plans don't pan out, but you find a new store that you end up loving. (26)

Again - I truly do love paper source. Well that is back in…read morethe day when they acknowledged you at some point. Provided some kind of customer service and weren't just slapping product around. There is such a huge opportunity to create a fun experience that you can't wait to get there and see what's new and exciting. If I could find their paper products else where I'd choose that. Yes I could shop online but I choose to give my money to local businesses.... Not sure it's going to be here though. Ugh! And one more thing - Do they really think I want to buy Easter candy now.... ahhh no. 2019 calendar's no again.

I had an easy time shopping there. Staff was helpful. I found kitty litter there that is a lot…read morecheaper than at pet stores or online shopping sites.

Hooray! I found Dawn at this store. The two Roseville stores never have the only dish detergent I…read morewant. This store still is missing items, as are the other Trees, so that's a normal situation. I no longer mind some of the messy shelves because there just aren't enough employees to keep up with customers who sort through items and throw on the wrong shelve or floor. There were many boxes on the floor pushing out to a walking zone.

Hobby Lobby - 5 Stars…read more I really enjoy shopping at this Hobby Lobby location. Every time I visit, I end up finding something useful--whether it's craft supplies, home décor, seasonal items, or even a small tool I didn't realize I needed. Their selection is consistently well-stocked and varied, which makes browsing a fun and inspiring experience. The atmosphere is generally calm and pleasant, making it a relaxing place to wander through the aisles and gather creative ideas. Staff members are friendly and helpful when I need assistance locating an item or have a question about a product. It's worth noting that the store can get quite busy at certain times, especially after major holidays or on Sundays, when many shoppers are taking advantage of sales or new seasonal arrivals. While this can mean longer checkout lines and more crowded aisles, it's not always enough to take away from the positive experience. Overall, this Hobby Lobby is a go-to spot for crafts, décor, and inspiration. The combination of product variety, inviting atmosphere, and helpful service keeps me coming back.

I saw online that the crafts were 40%off & this is a "so called Christian store." I went to pay for…read moremy craft tool. Kathy wrang up my purchase at reg. Price. I explained to her that the"crafts" were 40% off. "Kathy RUDELY INFORMED ME TO GO READ THE SIGN ON THE DOOR. " I'll never shop here again. I work retail & would never treat a customer like this, especially at a Christian store. I'll go to Michael's or Walmart before I'd ever think about stepping foot in this store again! DISGUSTED!!! SHE SHOULD BE WRITTEN UP!

I'm so so happy a Miniso opened so close to me - a little dangerous if I'm being honest! I loved…read morecoming to see what this store has and was pleasantly surprised by the big wall of clearance items and the selection of beauty, household, and stationary items. Of course, there is a whole section blind boxes and they are so cute! I'm waiting for some to come back in stock and I'll definitely be back :) fyi they do charge for bags which is what knocked off a star for me. The blind boxes can get bulky so if there's not much of an option of going bag-less sometimes.

Super fun store. So many Hello Kitty items!! And lots of other characters I haven't seen before…read more They have everything - stationary stickers stuffed animals candy soda noodles nail clippers mirrors brushes - everything is adorable. A word to management: teach employees customer service. There were two people behind the counter, one helping a customer and another one just standing there. I waited for like 5 minutes and she didn't offer to help me. Two other people walked up and she suddenly offers to help the people when I was standing there the whole time. I get that it's a generational thing and customer service is dead but for pete sake, wake up and help people.

I really like this location. The staff is very attentive to keeping the store clean and organized…read more They will also help quickly if you have any questions. The location is very well stocked so you probably wont need to go to a different location to find an item you are looking for.

I'm tired of seeing negative reviews for a free, convenient service. The young staff at the Savage…read moreTarget are dedicated and friendly, often handling 'difficult' customers with way more maturity than they are shown in return. This store is clean, efficient, and a huge asset to our city. Let's start appreciating the hard work these employees put in every day. If you're too picky to be satisfied with a professional shopper, do your own shopping!

The 'new' location is a massive upgrade from the previous one across the street. They have revamped…read morethe store. Lots of parking space, clean inside with plenty of space in between isles to walk around and the cafe, as always is a plus. Nice seating area to soak up the sun shine while enjoying a good book with your favorite beverage. Have been to this location many a times and never had any issues with customer service or finding what I was looking for. If they don't have it in stock, they assist you in ordering and get it shipped directly to your home or at the store. There is always a friendly associate available to help you out.

Visited on Saturday afternoon and wow, I asked myself why I sat on a gift card for almost an entire…read moreYEAR!?! The store was clean, bright, and packed with books, puzzles, and stationary. Totally my jam! I spent way more time here than I planned just browsing (no regrets!). I had to take advantage of the $5 monthly book if you buy an item from the cafe. The staff I interacted with were friendly and helpful. The gal at the counter informed me of the rewards program and signed me up. I scored some goodies and was even able to receive double points... yahoo! It was a happy Saturday afternoon. Looking forward to future visits.

A store situated on a huge lot, handicap accessible, powered carts for use, limited shopping carts…read moreand wide entry. It has evolved as the ultimate in selection, color, seasonal, interior and exterior and home decor. Aisles filled with pots, urns, pillows, rugs, pictures, HomeGoods, plant stands, wall decor, furniture and all you can imagine to furnish a home. We found my plant stand and the perfect topper an orchid. The store is massive and most employees doing stock. Only one cashier. Carts of returns always in register area. Discounts for rewards members. $10 off today!! It's a store you'd think would be packed but not. You can find pretty much anything here. No coupons- markdowns are on ticketed items already.

I just can't get past the fact that this was a Kmart store in its past life. I saw some Facebook…read moreads for Grinch stuff and came to check out the selection or lack of it. There was not much Grinch or other Christmas stuff and it looks like they are clearing space already in December for Spring/Summer which is 4 months away. I've shopped here only about 3 times since I've lived in Burnsville. I don't even think I bought anything. I really don't know how this store is still open. It isn't busy at all. There was a cute Yelper rug. For great selection of Grinch and Holiday, Hobby Lobby has this store beat by a mile.

Great store to get some apparel from Minnesota. So t-shirts. They got the whole works, key chains…read moreand things too. Such a touristy spot to grab items for friends, family and whoever else's if you are in town!

This is pretty much your standard gift shop with a bit of a rustic, Minnesotan twist. My trip to…read moreMinnesota thus far has consistently of getting lost in Downtown Minneapolis and visiting Mall of America, so I haven't seen really any of the abundant wildlife that the state holds. However, it seems like the gifts in this shop pay a fair homage to it. In addition to having gifts, they also had Minnesota snacks and other trinkets that hail from the state. My purchases consisted of two fridge magnets, some postcards, and two masks, all of which ran me $30, which seems to be right in between steep and reasonable.