Donna is a prize-winning framing artist, and it shows in her attention to details and creative…read moresuggestions for the work. She takes time to show a number of options at different price ranges. The quality is top notch. If you have art that you care about, don't waste money and frustrating time on DIY. Take it to Donna and you will be dazzled, plus you'll have a collector's piece that can be passed through your family.

Always get great service, for framing prints. Choosing…read moreframe options is fun, with so many choices. You also get to see some other interesting artwork inside too.

First I was thrilled, then I was disappointed. I'd visited this gallery for several years as part…read moreof my trips to the the Columbia Gorge and was saddened to see that it closed back in 2011. The thrilled part came in when I was strolling through the Historic Troutdale District and started practically tripping over his life size wildlife statues. But, it wasn't random. Turns out the gallery relocated just a few blocks from the original location, so you can still see his fine work. The disappointment part is that the current gallery space, which the staff calls transitional, just doesn't showcase his grand work to the same degree. The gallery is probably 1/8th of the former size and can't accommodate some of the larger pieces. Half of the space is the artist's studio where he both creates his statues and offers classes to the public. The gallery contains just a small portion of his work and also houses exhibits by other artists in various mediums (sculpture, photography). Caswell's current subject matter, based on a series of special commissions, is also overtly religious. Not everyone's cup of tea or chalise of wine. While I will still visit the gallery when I'm in Troutdale, it won't be as frequent and no longer merits a special trip. The Columbia Gorge itself is the real wow factor.

I had no idea this place was so close in Troutdale, until my fiancee found it on Yelp while we were…read morestaying at Edgefield for the weekend. Great place to taste some wine and check out some amazing art. Everyone is extremely friendly and welcoming. The art ranges from Rip's spectacular bronze sculptures to Ali's beautiful one-of-a-kind jewelry to various photographs, paintings, bells and glasswork. It's all bigger and better than anything I've seen in a long time. I understand this place has a First Friday artwalk, plus other art/wine/food events, so we'll be back here soon for sure.

It's a very cool store for the quilter or wannabe quilter. All the super fantastic fabrics are…read moreavailable. They have rulers, kits, patterns, thread and so on! Everything you need to make a quilt! The staff is knowledgeable, are willing to help you pick fabric colors to work for your quilt. The also have a long arm quilter- unsure if they offer quilting services at this time. These types of stores are getting quite very rare- I believe this is the only quilt store in the gorge for 60 miles- there is one in The Dallas (60 mile) and then Hermiston (176miles). Of course there is Portland, Lake Oswego and Vancouver Washington which wins for the most quilting stores in a single city!

Great service. Big selection. Very helpful staff. Had great help from them in purchasing duffle bag…read morekits.

I've taken several classes here after being introduced through a Yelp Elite event. They had me at…read morestreet tacos! Chef Valentine is so nice and patient, the classes are fun, and at the end, you realize it's surprisingly easy to make good, healthy, affordable food that is delicious! I've taken the pork ramen class, which was my favorite. The broth, cooks in 30 minutes in an Instapot, and it was so rich and flavorful. I went out an Instapot the next day! We also made the noodles from scratch. It took a lot of kneeding to get the texture where it needed to be, but it was worth it! I haven't made the noodles at home yet because it took two of us to manage the pasta sheets and pasta machine, which I don't have. But someday! Also enjoyed the class where we learned how to make Saag Paneer, one of my favorite Indian dishes. Once you learn the technique, you can substitute chicken or lamb for the paneer. Quick, delicious, and far less money than if buying out. What makes these cooking classes so enjoyable is the ease and comfort of the atmosphere, created by Chef Valentine, and the ability to get to know the other people in the class. You all prep and cook together and then share the meal as a community. You can bring beer, wine or hard cider - and if you forget, go downstairs and buy some! People tend to share what they bring which adds to the sense of community. Chef Valentine has taught me knife skills, which I thought I had! Wrong. I was doing all the work and not letting the knife do it's job. It's all about the tools and using them properly. These classes have also taught me patience. Cutting all the veggies for the ramen takes time, skill and patience to get uniformed cuts. Prepping and measuring first makes the actual cooking process go smoother. I've always been a cook, but never much of a baker because baking is about being precise with measurements, which requires patience. After taking several cooking classes at Feed the Mass, I've learned how patience pays off. This Christmas, I baked about a dozen varieties of cookies, including baklava. They all turned out wonderful, according to my friends who gobbled them up and I owe it to Chef Valentine! Classes are located on the second floor of Whole Foods in the Pearl. You can park on the street or in Whole Foods garage. If you spent $10 on groceries, parking is free. Love taking classes here! I bought a book of 5 passes so classes end up being $25 per class, a bargain since you also eat a meal! What I really like is the mission of a Feed the Mass, which is to educate and provide classes to those who can't afford to pay for classes, to teach them how to make a healthy and affordable meals for their family. A meal that costs less than fast food and is far more delicious. And healthier. Taking classes supports this Non-Profit's mission. There are classes for kids, date nights, family classes and even classes where you learn how to prep a few meals that stretch out for a week. So take some classes and learn new skills, have fun and pay it forward! It's a great experience and a fun way to spend an evening with friends, family or as a single...once you walk in the door, you are part of the community.

I took the ramen class taught by Chef Jacobsen Valentine at a private event. As a casual home cook,…read moreI thought it was awesome. No matter your skill level (unless, maybe, if you're already a professional chef), you'll learn something new. We made ramen noodles from scratch (!), which were an amazing consistency and soaked up the flavor of the broth well. We also learned proper knife techniques. Chef Valentine has a real passion for cooking and teaching others this important life skill as a means to a healthier lifestyle. A portion of class fees goes towards scholarships for classes for those in need. On the down side, this may have ruined me for instant and non-housemade restaurant ramen, as ours was so good! Now I'll really be saying, I could/should have made this at home!

Shop Strange was just brilliant to work with from start to finish. I reached out to a handful of…read moreother companies and was getting nowhere with responses for some reason, but Keith with Shop Strange responded immediately and was so easy to work with. From the initial inquiry, to choosing apparel, and to designing & settling on placements, it was seamless. Their team even came to personally meet us and pick up our jackets we wanted embroidery on. Super nice, and they got everything done and shipped within the time estimated. The apparel we received is great quality for our construction crew, and the design is exactly what I was going for. Happy to have found & went with Shop Strange so I know where to go anytime in the future!

Danny and the team at Shop Strange did an absolutely awesome job in creating our 10th Anniversary…read moreapparel for Rose City Swing. Great items and perfect design. Our dancers loved everything and we sold out in 48 hours !

I am very impressed with this location. When I go to Costco, I will often stop here since it's a…read moreblock away, and I have been able to find some great layering pieces in the women's clothing department and athletic wear inexpensive. I get compliments on all and people are shocked when I say I purchased at Walmart. Bought track pants in black with a white stripe down the side and pockets. Love them so much I bought in the other 3 colors since I go to the gym and for walks daily. The produce department is well stocked and veggies and fruit is good quality. Pantry items are also cheaper so I stock up. In the spring and fall, I buy outdoor annuals that are out front and they always thrive. Store is clean and well maintained.

I usually avoid Walmart at all costs but found myself in there two weeks before Christmas…read more Now I must say I was pleasantly surprised by how they've upgraded the store. I was only on the housewares side but everything was fully stocked and everything was tidy. They even had about 5-8 registers open so the wait to check out wasn't terrible.

Vancouver Custom Embroidery is the best! I have been working with them for several years. I…read morealways get a quality product for a reasonable price in a short time!! Don't know how I would operate my business without them! American Trail Gear Diana Seager Pres

A little higher on the price than a couple competitors but the quality is perfect. Had two hats…read morepersonalized with different and very detailed logos. Very happy with the results.