Used to like this place, but now it's just become a no-go. They look like they have a lot of stuff,…read morebut every time I go, they're out of whatever I went there for --- usually several things, as I always go with a list, since it's a bit of a drive for me. Their watercolor brush selection is quite skimpy; they never seem to have the size I need or type I want, and even weeks later they still don't have that size/type in stock. Same for specific watercolors. They have an entire display of Daniel Smith watercolors, yet the very color I need, they're out of. One day one of the staff spent 15 minutes checking all the other brands to see if they had that color in *any* other brand -- nope. And it was a common color like Prussian blue. Watercolor sketchbooks? Unless you like blocks (which I personally can't stand), you won't find much. A small display of Hand-book sketchbooks, which are mostly for drawing and not watercolor. The watercolor ones are 200gsm, not 300gsm. (Which I was able to order from Amazon for the same price as Meininger was charging for the 200gsm.) Drawing pens? You're in luck if you do manga. If you use probably the most popular brand, Uni-Pin fineliner, forget it. They don't even sell them. (They seem to prefer Sigma Microns.) Watercolor pencils? Sure, if you want the really large expensive sets. If you want to try them out with a set of 24 Goldfaber Aquas, nope. Art storage? Slim pickings. A few zippered pouches. The dollar store has a better selection. Overall, they're out of whatever I need when I need it, and they won't be getting in anytime soon. Sometimes they can get stuff sent from their CO Springs location, but that means a second trip back to the store, when I only wanted to drive there once. (The neighborhood is awful.) Also, their website is very hit or miss, and *won't* tell you if they have something in stock in the store. Sometimes you put in a search term that will return "no item found" when I know for a fact they sell that item in the store. Go do a search for "Lamy Safari" and you'll see what I mean. They have a selection of Lamy Safari pens in the store, but only converters and lead refills on their website. Prices are high, sometimes by $10-15 or more over what you'd pay elsewhere. I was looking for the Albrecht Durer 24 watercolors set, which they were selling for full price at $72. I had just seen this same set on Blick Art for half that, $37.50. I mentioned this to one of the staff and his response was, "Yeah, well they can buy in bulk and we can't." Okay, fair enough, but wow, even with shipping I could get it far, far cheaper online. As for returns, ha! Don't go by their printed return policy. I mistakenly bought a quill watercolor brush that's way too big for my needs; called the store to see if they have the next size down, which they do, but was told I could not exchange it "because the manager says it's too hard to tell if a brush has been used or not." Then why doesn't the return policy state that? See the attached photo for their posted Return Policy. Now show me where it says "brushes can't be returned because you can't tell if they've been used or not." The staff person on the phone said I could bring in the brush and speak to the manager about it, but I will not be doing that. I've encountered him before: he's one of those people who thinks he's hilarious and is in your face whether you need help or not. Sorry, I refuse to deal with him, so I'll just keep my overpriced $47 synthetic brush and try to find a use for it. Some of the staff are pleasant and nice to work with; we even got to know some by name. But overall, shopping at Meininger's has just become too much of a hassle and we won't be shopping there again.

This supply house for artists is as good as it gets. I no longer live near Denver but I always…read morevisit. I always find items I had no idea that I had to have! Over 30 years ago I bought my Holy Grail Fountain Pen here.

AUSTIN N JASON were great n saved my day.Went to Longmont first the gal there was not interested in…read morehelping me with anything I left disappointed in her . Second stop Boulder gal there was much better but I think less experienced I was ok with her noting she's learning her craft.Walked into Westminister was engaged immediately with knowledge and encouragement. They mentioned lighting n our widows changing the appearance. I did end up changing lighting and switching types of bulbs .We got a finish my Wife was thrilled with . I will from now on make this my go to location. I reside in Firestone n will travel here because of my experience. Thanks fellas

insufferable, unhelpful, unfriendly Art department manager. Grumpy and rude. I'll order things…read moreonline or go an else. Her name was Amy and she was depressing.

An amazing option for artists and crafters on a budget as I used to be. Now, with much limited…read morevision I have had to give up those pursuits that I have enjoyed since childhood. But now I am just a donor to their shop and I really enjoy knowing my various donations will not go unused. I brought in a lot of stuff in the last few years but recently found yet another stash I had missed. So I called to see if the could use wallpaper and told me they would even take an operas roll in addition to the two still sealed. I got a rude over this morning so we could easily park as soon as they opened. It's a great shop stocked with so much in so many categories, every crafter and fiber artist around should stop by.

Lots of great reuse items available! All of it has been donated by the public and it changes…read moreperiodically, although there always is a stash of basic art supplies. Fiber, yarn, painting, wood, metal, plastic, glass and tons of kid stuff, crayons, colored pencils, marker, glue, paper, scrapbooking, canvases, art books, etc. There is more there than I listed, including stuff like Velcro, sewing needles, sewing machines!, knitting needles, crochet hooks, felt. Yesterday they even had a spinning wheel! If you bring in a donation of supplies, you receive a discount coupon for a future purchase.

Hey Tinker, while we…read morehaven't been to your studio, we just wanted to give you the heads up on the negative review you've got on 1/12/2014 from Caron T. (if its even their real name). We are Sunflower Kids Art Studio and we got exactly the same (word for word) review 3 weeks ago. We've heard great things about you and we wanted to support our art community in Boulder. You can see the same review here: https://plus.google.com/111144353767643323436/reviews?hl=en&gl=us

We love Tinker! Our kids have leaned so much about art here! The instructors are patient, kind, and…read moreknowledgeable. Highly recommend!!!

Stop by every time in Fort Collins both to get thing that need but to also just explore and get…read moreideas. Great supplies and wonderful helpful staff.

Great products HOWEVER I've lately received several cracked frames. It takes 3-5 contacts with them…read morefor a store credit. Beautiful frames but give yourself time to reorder refund slow or never I received a damaged frame on 1/14 filed out online form and emailed as of 2/24 no response I really like their museum quality frames and great prices Be prepared to follow up if you have any product problems. I also regularly order art supplies. I have not had problems with paints and supplies

The art helpers here are phenomenal! You walk out with your project! Highly recommend for artist…read morewanna-be's (and maybe, real artists).

This is such a cool arts and crafts space! We did the hydro dipping private class and had a…read morewonderful time. This is a great option for anyone visiting Estes Park with kids or a crafty adult.

The Art Department at Showcase is the best place in Greeley to buy quality art supplies. It is…read morealso the best place in Greeley for art instruction.

From the owner: The Showcase Art Center is located at 1335 Eighth Avenue in beautiful downtown Greeley, Colorado…read moreand now you can visit it virtually too!. Some of our most popular art supplies are available here - Just hit the buy it now button. Check out the classes and workshops: join us in person, purchase a DVD here or watch some samples at home on www.YouTube/artbycolette. Colette Pitcher, the owner, is an Internationally recognized artist who has inspired others to try their hand in the arts by teaching and writing best-selling books and magazine articles. She is a working artist and has juried art shows, run popular art galleries, won numerous awards, and is a signature member of the Colorado Watercolor Society. Pitcher also conducts workshops throughout the world. Visit her online art gallery at www.colettepitcher.com or click the link at the bottom of this page.

The service, selection, and customer service are always excellent. They are super knowledgeable and…read morewilling to help educate the less knowledgeable on products, and techniques for different projects. I built my first cabinets and they gave great advice to have them look as if they were professionally finished.

Shouldn't be called a game store. Nice people though. Seemed like the paint side of things is worth…read morea stop too.

Best greeting cards around at Two Hands. Fun store to browse and buy. I find beautiful…read morecreative intelligent greeting cards here that I've seen nowhere else. And they keep updating their collection. Also neat art, stationery and art items.

Beautiful store with amazing offerings for gifts, projects, or display/use at your home…read more Sign up for their newsletter to be in the know of their upcoming events and workshops. Conveniently located on west pearl there's lots of free parking within just a few blocks. Staff are friendly and eager to help you find just what you need. Highly recommend for your holiday shopping!

Horrible customer service experience tonight with Lisa and the manager on duty. The only positive…read moreemployee was Emerson, who genuinely tried to help but was told by Lisa and the manager not to assist us. It's sad to think of other customers having to go through this kind of treatment. I came in around 8pm and at 8:30pm asked to have fabric cut--30 minutes before closing. I was told they could only cut three fabrics due to it being so close to closing time. We had wanted 6 fabrics cut but decided not to push the issue. Lisa cut two, then stopped early to begin closing down the store. At 8:53pm--still before closing--she refused to cut the last fabric, claiming it would take "5 to 10 minutes" to cut one piece of 3-yard fabric. That excuse is absurd. Measuring and cutting fabric is basic service, and there was still time left before the store officially closed. When Emerson stepped up to help, she was directly told by Lisa and the manager not to serve us. This was after we had already spent about $150 on fabric and other items. Refusing service to paying customers who are well within store hours is unacceptable. I understand not wanting to keep staff past closing, but when a customer is in the store before closing time, they should receive service until that time--not be dismissed early. Tonight's interaction was dismissive, unprofessional, and damaging to Michael's reputation for customer service. I will be escalating this to Michael's corporate management, because I believe the company would not condone the way this store treated its customers.

There was an amazing selection of clays I was looking for. The staff was helpful and friendly which…read moremade my time easier here. I saved a ton on this trip shoutout to the coupons available!