First, to other LGBT folks of Brookfield, this is a great and safe place. Craft places tending…read moretoward older crowds can be pretty hit or miss, and this is definitely a hit. This place is awesome. If you've only ever used yarn from places like Michaels or hobby lobby, learning how to use good quality yarn might intimidate you. Take the plunge. Get a little more familiar with yarn sizes and materials (cotton, alpaca, wool). That's really all you need to start buying beautiful, long lasting, and soft yarns. You'll thank yourself when your yarn isn't made out of plastic anymore! The yarn is more expensive than the plastic products at craft shops; however, there is a good range of less-to-more pricey products. You can get 100 grams of superb wool yarn for $13, or you can get 100 grams of a silk and linen mix for $37. (PS, they sell berroco berroco, and I used their half wool/half alpaca yarn for my sweaters. It's $14 per 100 grams!) They also do sell some plastics (a nylon mix is very useful in socks), it's just not my style personally. The worst thing about this place is that it is very knitting oriented, kind of leaving crochet in the dust, especially in their book selection (there's like 14 knitting books and only ONE crochet book). Still, even as someone who only crochets, I love it. It is worth your time. Also, no shame to people who buy craft store yarns for money purposes! Pursue your passions in a way that works for you!

I used to be a customer of Cream City Yarn, but unfortunately, my experiences left me feeling…read moreanything but welcome. On multiple visits, I walked into the store without even being acknowledged by the owner. On one occasion, I asked about ordering a pom-pom in a color that wasn't in stock. The request seemed to be an inconvenience, so I said, "Oh, don't bother if it's too much trouble." Her response was simply "OK," and she walked away. No attempt to help, no alternative offered, and certainly no sense that my business mattered. At a yarn crawl event held at a brewery, the experience wasn't much different. The owner sat off to the side with little apparent engagement. Several knitters I spoke with didn't even realize she was there, despite her involvement in the event. For a business built around a community-oriented hobby, that lack of engagement was disappointing. More recently, I had an unpleasant interaction on TikTok with a Cream City Yarn employee who was publicly discouraging participation in the Greater Milwaukee Knitting Guild, disparaging its leadership, and encouraging others to "spread the word." Rather than respecting that people can share a love of knitting without sharing every personal belief, the comments struck me as divisive rather than welcoming. I subsequently learned that the owner had been made aware of these comments and defended the employee's right to express those opinions. While everyone is entitled to their beliefs, I found that response disappointing given the business's stated commitment to fostering a welcoming and inclusive community. What troubles me most is the disconnect between the values Cream City Yarn promotes and what I've personally experienced. Inclusivity shouldn't be selective, and kindness shouldn't depend on whether someone shares your opinions. Between my experiences as a customer and these more recent interactions, I've decided this isn't a business I want to support.

Huge selection of beautiful beads in all price ranges. All high quality materials and all the…read moretools you need are available. There are hundreds of kits that are custom made by the staff. You can take your kit home and use their easy to follow directions or sit at one of their work tables, borrow their tools and the staff can help you if you get stuck. The best part of Midwest Beads is the staff. They are extremely knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Need a quick gift but don't have time to make it yourself? There is also an area of pre-made jewelry done by the talented staff and other artists. The sign by the door says" welcome to Paradise" and it's true.

They have everything here! The shop is so cute and well taken care of. Alice knows her stuff and…read morehas always been friendly and welcoming, helping out with suggestions always! Their stuff is well priced as well- and if you're on their lil email list, you get a free something each week! Definitely the best bead shop in the mke area

I LOVE coming here. The fabrics are out of this world and some are just too luxurious not to touch…read more I come for inspiration for projects, but sadly I don't buy from this shop because the prices are a little too far out of my budget for the items I have made. One day though, one day... The staff prefer to handle the bolts, so if you need a yard or two of anything, please get them to help. This isn't Wal-Mart. Additionally, they will cut sample swatches of almost any fabric on display. The staff on hand are not pushy, and they are knowledgeable in what they sell. They also offer home consultations if you just can decide on which pattern to select for curtains. What's more is that they offer upholstery and window treatment services! Getting here is easy, and there is a private parking lot available. When you're done, it's easy to just hop over to Mayfair for more shopping.

I recently inherited a whole bunch of vintage furniture from my grandma who's in the process of…read morerefurnishing her place. The furniture is ancient, 3x as old as me and is still in amazing shape for its age but dear God was it hideous before I brought it here to have it reupholstered. The prices here match the top-shelf quality and luxury of the products and services, so keep that in mind. The staff was really helpful in finding me the right fabric and patterns for what I was going for. I was a little nervous handing over my furniture considering its age and my history with it but within a couple weeks I got my furniture back looking gorgeous and brand new without any problems whatsoever. I was so happy with their upholstery work that I even had them make me a rug and some drapes that work perfectly with my "new" furniture. Awesome place, I'll definitely be returning if I need any more interior help in the future. If you want excellent, professional service and luxurious fabrics, come here!!!

Great selection of fat quarters and kits. Knowledgeable staff. Recommend to all…read more Fair prices paid of old coins.

I struggled because a jelly roll I really wanted was out of stock. Marie was *absolutely fabulous*…read moreto work with and helped me choose a layer cake with colors that matched perfectly with my project needs. 100% would shop here again

I extended my trip specifically for a visit to Cival, and IT WAS WORTH IT!…read more The gals have a laidback, fun vibe. They're around if you need them and will also offer to show you the piece you're looking at (instead of waiting around for you to ask). They have their jewelry production right in the back and offer to change a length/clasp/gemstone. I found an amazing vintage watch fob converted into a bracelet, but I didn't care for the chain. The gals offered me a few different vintage chain options and edited the piece on the spot! She was patient when it didn't fit and kindly added an extra link to the newly edited piece. That extra mile is what makes any business stand out from the rest, and I very much appreciated it! There were 4 different gals working and each of them were a part of my store experience. I love that vibe - a nice cross between slumber party vibe, girly pop vibe and artsy vibe. Most of their pieces are sterling silver or brass, but they have a handful of pieces in 14k and gold fill. I got a mixture of both! Their sweet spot price point is "affordable" while some pieces are definitely spendy. I've got my eye on a vintage wedding band for $3k. The store is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays! Plenty of street parking in front! Yes they have a bathroom that's roomy and clean (and chic!)

The majority of the jewelry I own and wear on the daily came from Cival. I have been a loyal…read morecustomer for years. I have always loved their funky, unique and affordable statement jewelry. Also absolutely loved the vibe of the store. I went to visit the new location today - it's beautiful don't get me wrong, but totally different vibe. I wouldn't even know I was in the same store. Inventory was much more limited, and most of it high end, out of my price range and not the every day pieces that I loved so much. I had admired the higher end custom pieces at the old location, but sad that they are now the primary inventory at the new store. I really hope with time they will have more variety and bring a bit of the old vibe back.

I'll be honest, I stopped here only because I was wandering around Bayshore while waiting for Panda…read moreExpress to open. Having said that, this is a really neat shop, and I'm glad I found it. Lots of beautiful, international, hand-made items; like handbags, jewelry, wall art, dresses, hats, knick-knacks and other home decor pieces. The lady who was working was very friendly and helpful, and it was clear she cares about her wares and customers.

I absolutely love this little shop! You can find some very unique things while browsing throughout…read morethe store. Unique is good :) fair trade is good :) and they have hand carved puzzle boxes... Intricate ones. And also dijerdidoo's (sp!?) and ... Finger puppets too. Check it out.

Absolutely gorgeous little shop with home goods and some bath/body items. It smells amazing in here…read moreand you'll be hard pressed to not find something that catches your eye either for yourself or as a gift. Really well curated selection of tasteful and hand crafted items. I loved the textiles and candles in particular!

It is not very often when you can go into a store and have as much customer service as we were able…read moreto get from Catherine. I will recommend this place to everybody who will listen!

Ventured out to Hartland and was pleasantly surprised by this great local shopping spot! They were…read morehosting mini photoshoots for a pre Mother's Day celebration which grabbed my attention. Upon arrival I was greeted and the woman who was working was super nice. They have a great selection of goods, a lot of them are locally sourced or handmade. It's set up almost booth style, with about 30 vendors showcased. There's definitely something for everyone! They had a very cute DIY plant station and build your own banner. From wearables to vintage decor, to soap and homemade treats, it's the perfect shop to source a creative and fun gift!

Such a cute shop with a wide variety of vendors featured! I love getting gifts here; they have…read moreunique baby clothes, seasonal decor, fun jewelry, candles, food items and more. We also went for a mini photo shoot when they partnered with a local photographer for Easter pics with bunnies and chicks - adorable!