Went to the gallery to see a band play and it was an awesome venue for that. It felt intimate, like…read morea private convert. For $10 to see Making Movies from Kansas City was a steal. The band is amazing. They played a mix of rock, classic salsa, covers of 80's musoc and instruments from Panama, Venezuela and Mexico. Their eclectic sounds in a setting filled with various art styles was a perfect mix. Got there early and enjoyed the current displays while I waited for the show to start. There were seats and high tables, with a small bar set up in the back. When the crowd started dancing they moved chairs out of the way to make space but it didn't take away from the show. Overall, it is a gem that creates varied ambiance depending on the event and offers a unique experience every time.

Moberg Gallery, is a local gem! This is an art gallery worth the trip from out of town!…read more Awesome curators pick fantastic artist to feature in shows and they have a huge collection of artist featured on their web site! They specialize in finding that perfect piece of art for your home or business! The art openings are great parties! And usually happen every couple months! They usually give you the opportunity to meet and great the artist during the shows! Stop in on a week day (besides monday) afternoon if you really want a personal showing of a show! You can take your time to really focus on the pieces! I love this place and glad we have it in Des Moines!

Amazing people and items! went there with my dad and sister to go look at antiques, found a…read morebeautiful spring bunny rabbit porcelain set, but it was being sold for $40 (amazing prices!) with about 5 pieces, I didn't have $40 but I really wanted one of the mugs, the nice lady behind the counter told me she cannot sell me just one because people pick and choose and leave her stuck, but, as I was leaving, she asked me which one I even wanted, and she told me; "meh, you seem like a good kid, $10." and it made me feel more valued than any other point that day, that is my favorite thing I got on that trip for no other reason than the sheer sentimental value it holds, amazing place, amazing prices, amazing people.

We found this cute little shop to look for Farm like stuff for our new house build. As we walked…read morein and started to browse, I could hear a customer asking the owner about a piece, and if she knew of other shops that might have the same type of table. The owner and very short with this lady, but gave her some info. When the customer left, the owner started to talk bad about this customer to one of her friends and laughing about her question. Its really too bad, as I have a lot of items I need for my ew home, and she had a good prices. I refuse to help a business owner who does not value the people who keep them in business and happy. My hope if she will read this review and reflect on what she should change to be more successful. Again, and very cute shop with good prices, but a very rude owner. You know know who is in your shop listening or is willing to review you. Thanks for reading my ramblings. - Sepi

Really had a great girls day here! Pricing is reasonable, staff is friendly & helpful. They have a…read morehuge stock of available pottery for painting. From what we were told they get regular shipments allowing for a diverse range of projects to choose from! I can't wait to see my finished piece. They also ship, if you're worried about how you'll get your project after completion.

Beautiful space - like a dream version of your elementary art classroom…read more Dina and her team are so fun and welcoming, and there to help you every step of the way and have everything you need to get "fired up!" We joined a fun school event here and the families had a blast! This is a great place for families - especially for holiday entertainment experiences, birthdays or just for fun!

Cottage by the Creek is now available Valley West Mall at the 35th street I-235 exit at the…read moresouthwest entrance. This is still a fabulous shop even though it is no longer in a cottage by the creek... my go-to place to buy home accents, wedding gifts, holiday ornaments, and gifts for girls and women. The owner is filled with creative ideas.

In a charming neighborhood, you will find Cottage by the Creek, in Des Moines, Iowa…read more It is a quaint cottage surrounded by a flower-filled yard and trees. When you open the door, you meet a perfectly delightful and friendly shop owner. There is a wonderful variety of merchandise that would please a diverse array of shoppers....jewelry, clothing, kitchen items, large assortment of beautiful French tablecloths, home decor and much more. I bought two great necklaces made from Tagua seeds from Ecuador. I just love them and have received many compliments when I wear them. They are so attractive and unique. I also purchased a gorgeous rectangular French tablecloth in blues and yellows and some cute kitchen towels. In my shopping I also acquired a stylish top with a lacy edge and a fishnet type top to go with it. The shopkeeper also has many artistic wind chimes for your patio. Mine has a metallic dragonfly and colorful beads. If you can't make it to her shop, she also has a stall at the awesome Des Moines Farmers Market every Saturday for 6 months of the year. That's another thing that you should definitely experience! What a great little shop, full of such interesting things! Wish it was in my city!

Cute little jewelry store in the East Village…read more Staff are very friendly and greet you when you walk in even on a busy small business Saturday event. That is very impressive. They are not on top of you but available for questions. The store is filled with fashion jewelry for all. It is not packed with items but tastefully displayed so you can truly see the items. This is very much appreciated. There is an amazing couch to lounge on as well if you need to rest for a bit or deliberate how many pieces you need to purchase. If you are looking for that piece to enhance your outfit give them a try.

Such an adorable shop, bought a cute bracelet from here, the lady was super friendly, however I…read morewent online and found the artist who made it and realized I overpaid about $70 more dollars than what he sells it for, but overall it's a cute place with pretty jewelry.

Nice, intimate space. Good lighting, focused on the pieces. I enjoyed the variety of art…read moreavailable. Appreciated the game provided to highlight the artist's home state, allowed me and my friend to spend more time talking about different artists and the pieces. During events, it would be nice to have small high top ables for drinks, snacks and papers. Liz and her assistant were attentive and engaging while we browsed.

what a fun little art gallery. lots of great art from great artists. it's a small venue, but plenty…read moreof beauty to look at. my mom and I went and throughly enjoyed it. many different mediums were used.

Although I'm not crafty, I agreed to give The Glitter Factory a try. We grabbed our tween girls and…read morebought the 2 hour unlimited package. Mosaic art, painting, vision boards, and clay are just a few of the stations. We had a great time. Left with many art pieces to display at home. Fun time without a mess at home.

What a cute new place! There are tons of different workshops and it is an extremely welcoming…read moreenvironment. With memberships and individual classes and open crafting hours, there are definitely tons of options for seasoned crafters! If you're a beginner like me, you may want to work on a few projects on your own before you sign up for a workshop or watch a few tutorials before you go. I have been to three and definitely felt frustrated and confused most of the time, but that's because I am a true beginner crafter! I think those who have a little art background would really enjoy themselves, and maybe I'll try again in the future when I have more experience!

A little bit of everything, tools, toys, collectibles etc. Definitely one of my favorites. Prices…read morevary depending on vendors.

best prices and great selection. clean. friendly staff. I enjoy searching for good deals. Many…read morevendors at more expensive flea markets and antique shops love this place to find under priced items for resale ar their own shop.