I came into the shop looking for Fray Check, which they didn't have. For probably the best reason…read morethat if you properly sew your clothes, you don't need to worry about fray. One of the clerks looked it up for me at Walmart, even gave me the aisle number. All of this was wonderful, but the real reason for the review would be their lovely fabrics. I am the least skilled seamstress that ever existed. I gave up sewing long ago. If someone would have put effort into selling me something, I'd be the fool who'd buy something beautiful to turn it into a three car collision. The most beautiful fabrics.

I am a sucker for a locally owned / specialty type quilt shop and have been meaning to get in to…read morethe French Seam for a while - but they were never open when I tried! I totally understand that Covid has forced us a lot of businesses to adjust their hours and the way they run - and the French Seam was no exception. Luckily, I had a day off work recently and was able to get in on a weekday during their limited business hours. Let me just say this - they have some gorgeous fabrics. Quilting cottons are separated from the garment fabrics in the small front area and they have a few notions available. I love being able to look through pre-cuts and they had a good selection of fat quarters organized by color in rolling carts available for purchase. I was also told that there was a 'clearance' area in the back/warehouse type area - so I made a break for it (you had me at clearance!). Back there I was able to score a package of fat quarters for $3 (I was told it was because they were 'old' fabrics - but who cares?) and some other pre-cut yardage at a discount. SCORE! Back in the open 'warehouse' type area also appears to be where machines are located and perhaps where classes would be held (pre/post Covid). Of note, I think I may have thrown off the older, more conservative appearing lady working in the store with my appearance when I walked in, but the younger gal working the counter was very sweet. Overall, I was excited for my new-to-me fabrics to add to my stash and glad I got to check the place out as it is SUPER close to where I live.

This shop has some of the friendliest staff I've met in a fabric store. (And that's saying…read moresomething!). They also have a large selection of cotton for quilts, arranged in a way that is easy to navigate. Plus they sell and support multiple sewing machine brands which I imagine makes comparison shopping easier. When you visit, don't miss the clearance area.

The staff is so friendly and helpful at quilt quarters! Like other small businesses, they are…read morenavigating to do business while keeping everyone safe. I was pleased when they took my call and were friendly to let me know their new procedures for customers. At this point in time, they are limiting occupancy to 3 customers at a time. They also offer pick up orders and they will deliver if you need delivery. The store is well stocked and that is an understatement. They have a vast selection of gorgeous fabrics mostly cottons for making quilts. Examples of quilts decorate the store. They have supplies, a line of high end sewing machines, and quilting kits. Shelves were stocked with all sorts of sewing goodies. They have an abundance of holiday and specialty fabrics. In the side room was an assortment of sale fabrics. Prices were not bad running about $12 per yards for 100 percent cotton. There were quilting kits for about $100 that included the fabric. While I was in the store, they spent time helping other customers and answering their question. They are knowledgeable and passionate about sewing and quilting. The store is located in a strip mall across from Kohl's. There is ample parking. I'll be a regular. Just coming in is inspiring!

This location had a specific art item in stock that was hard to find locally. I saved $4-10 on it…read moresimply by not having to buy it online. The staff were very helpful in hunting it down for me. Hint: if you need to ask if an item is in stock, have the department and SKU number handy! They held one at the cash register for me to pick up. It's harder to find great service in retail these days.

So I don't normally review these big box stores but I was blown away by the new Hobby Lobby in…read moreWhitestown that I had to say something. The store is part of a new strip mall of stores in Whitestown. The store is large filled with everything you could need for crafts, sewing, art and anything you can think of for home decor. The colorful displays of imported themed decor are scattered throughout the store. There were beach themed displays, sports themed displays, llama displays, garden displays, shabby enamel displays, so much - all neatly designed. There are several aisles of silk flowers. Also, a big section of party supplies and seasonal decor. This store is immaculate. Prices were good. Furniture (small furniture) is always 30 recent off and they run other weekly specials that are posted as you walk in the store. Everything seemed to be 40 percent off. The staff seems competent. I was not greeted when I can in, but the clerks were busy. They rallied as a line developed at the check out and opened two lanes quickly. Parking was easy on a weeknight but I'm guessing it gets busy on a Saturday. There is plenty of parking in front of the store. If you are looking for anything crafty they probably have it. I'll be a regular.

Worst "service" ever. After multiple (8) cancellations to get my couch fixed that Nick worked on,…read moreI finally gave up and had to call and pay extra to have it fixed. I'm not sure how this business has survived. The level of customer service is shocking. I will tell everyone I know and will listen to take your business else where! He lied directly to me over the phone assuring he would be there only to cancel via EMAIL AN HOUR BEFORE our appointment . Coward, liar and thief. He should be ashamed of himself. DO NOT USE CARMEL UPHOLSTERY!!!!!

I can't believe they're still in business. As Laura G. stated they lie about everything. They…read moreruined my fabric and kept it. I filed a small claims suit and received a judgement, but never saw my fabric or any money again. Stay away from them!!!

recently was given my nana's sewing machine that she used for years and had no clue where to start…read more i headed to always in stitches after driving by it for YEARS and WOW! this place is huge and fully stocked. all the staff was so nice and helpful and gave me many tips on where to start with my projects. they offer classes and just about any fabric you could be looking for. i'm not sure how the price compares to other retailers, but they have a huge 40% off area in the back.

Check out this massive store! They have a fantastic selection of quilting materials and yarn, plus…read morea big clearance section and plenty of space for classes. I was thrilled to see a nice area dedicated to needle felting, complete with books and tools. The kits for making projects looked great; they're such a fun way to dive into a new hobby. While the prices are a bit higher than some other local yarn shops, the selection is definitely curated based on what they feature.

Highly recommended! They have a huge selection of fabric but Parge was able to help me sort…read morethrough them and give me pricing in advance. I had several sunroom furniture cushions recovered and was very pleased with the equality of the workmanship.

I just got my new pillows from Calico and I LOVE them. Their designer, Dana, helped me pick out…read morethis great plaid which picks of the colors in my room and adds a more wintery look which I was needing. The process was easy and very reasonable for the excellent quality. I would definitely recommend them for their selection of fabric and workmanship.

I had this old chair from my parents. The fabric was torn and the foam was depleted…read more Art craft was able to add foam and reupholster in a very timely manner for a very reasonable price. It looks so amazing and I was very happy with the results.

This gentleman does amazing work, and he's very good at what he does. He's very friendly,…read morepersonable and has an appreciation that you're taking care of and giving life to older furniture for another generation. Unfortunately, because of our disposable attitude in society, his business has really started to shrink over the last 10-15 years. I believe he may be thinking about retirement and seeking his building. If you're thinking about getting something done with him do it ASAP! You won't be disappointed with his work.

I wasn't really crazy about this place when I walked in--figured it was a small place for linens…read moreand, maybe, down pillows or something. The apparently broken air conditioning and weird smell when I walked in didn't make an awesome impression either. But then I saw the soaps. A bunch of artisan, finely milled soaps with gorgeous packaging, heavenly scents and elegant, imaginative designs. One soap was a meticulously whittled owl visage; another, a dainty heart placed in a hand, both detachable. I almost sprang for a circular rose carving with a Mexican chocolate scent--but it was $34. I didn't love it that much, but almost.

The place stinks and now I know why. I came in to have my…read morecomforter cleaned - they were running a special promotion. I asked about the cleaning process and was told it was very gentle and they took extra special care. When I picked it up, my comforter had my last name written in big bold black permanent ink all over the comforter tags. When I asked why? The owner was hesitant and finally told me that all of the comforters are "washed" together and they have to have a way to identify each comforter. If I had known the comforters were washable and all washed together, I would have never left my comforter. No thank you, I do not want my comforter washed with other peoples comforters - I won't be back and I feel my comforter has been ruined, and I paid the owner money to ruin it for me.

I was very impressed with Erin's work! I took my wedding dress to get altered here. It was done in…read morea timely manner. She was very friendly, accommodating, and pleasant to work with. She helped to alter my wedding dress to fit me well, shorten the straps, and hem the bottom. My dream was to add sleeves to my dress, which she did beautifully with ribbons. She added a bustle and came to my rescue when my cats ripped a hole in my veil. She even made me scrunchies from the scraps of the alterations. It was beautiful!

Erin was great to work with and my gown fit like a glove the day of my wedding!…read more I was recommended to Erin by my now mother-in-law. Her daughter had her wedding gown altered by Erin. This must have been no easy task because her gown was allll beads and applique. So gorgeous! Erin has an eye for detail and allows for weight fluctuations in between fittings. My gown needed taken in at the bust and length shortened. In addition to everything fitting very nicely, she also fastened my rhinestone belt to my gown so it wouldn't move around but could also be removed after the wedding. Erin also takes the time to make sure you and the person helping you with your dress know exactly how the dress is secured. She even gave us some great pointers on how to make a perfect bow and how to use a crochet hook for quickly hooking buttons (of which there were tons on my dress). My wedding was on a Sunday when Erin's shop is closed, but Erin was nice enough to make herself available in order for my wedding coordinator to pick up my dress. As part of the cost of alterations, my dress and veil were steamed. They looked pristine the day of the wedding. Compared to other alterations shops in Indianapolis I would say Erin is on the more expensive side, but when you are in the shop for a fitting it is only you. No other brides sizing up you and judging your dress. No one rushing you in and out. It is calm and quiet, which to me is priceless. A great experience with Erin. Highly recommend.

First time I took our oldest two to Creative Escape was a hoot. We went with our Kiwanis club to…read moremake bowls to donate to Habitat for Humanity fundraising efforts. It was so much fun! I was really worried because at the time, my second-oldest was about to turn 4. So ... to say the least, I had visions of him tearing through the store, breaking everything in his path. Boy, was I wrong. These kids--all the kids, in fact--were absolutely enthralled and taken by the pottery painting. They all sat up at the tables together, with the adults, and painted bowls to donate to a good cause. It was a great time and a wonderful learning experience. But not only that, the kids made the most beautiful bowls! Even better than the adults. Know why? We adults TRIED TOO HARD. Kids are kids and make the most creative pieces every time. I love to see how the bowls look after they're painted--usually a mess. But it's the most fantastic transformation to see how your bowl (or other ceramic of your choice, including figurines, plates, plaques, mugs, etc.) turns out after it has been fired in the kiln. When we picked up all the Kiwanis club members' bowls, we were blown away. The color is so deep and fantastic on every single one. Head to Creative Escape next time you need a good gift for a loved one. We've gone back several times (And my husband has snuck all three boys out to make me the best Mother's Day gifts EVER ... handmade masterpieces) and plan to make plates for the grandmas until they have an entire set of homemade dishes. What a wonderful gift! NOTE: You don't need a reservation. Walk right in! (Reservations are suggested for large groups.) Thursday night is Ladies Night from 6-9 p.m.

My son's teacher held a gathering here for his first grade class. The manager and another employee…read morewere present. They were unfriendly, unenthusiastic, impatient, and generally disinterested. Neither employee engaged with a single child. They couldn't even bothered to smile, let alone say "thank you." I volunteered to pay for two pieces they said had been painted by other group members who ostensibly left without paying. (Neither employee recognized my generosity in doing so--which in part saved them some headache. These were very small pieces. Given that it was their error in not properly collecting payment from each partygoer, they ought to have just written it off.) We later discovered that one of the pieces had not, in fact been painted. Rather than apologize for their error, the employee made a snide remark about it being the customer's fault. I'm still not convinced that the other piece was unpaid for--rather I think they probably made a clerical error given their lack of organization. The employee who supervised the party also complained about the noise. Perhaps she expected first graders to paint in silence. The manager never left her perch on the stool behind the desk. It must not have occurred to her that her associate might need assistance. Our group was in the establishment for exactly an hour on a Sunday when it appeared there were only two other customers. These two young women need to realize that, without paying customers, their employer can't afford to pay them, and that repeat customers are their best source of revenue. So they should exhibit a modicum of hustle for the brief time that they actually have to do some work during an otherwise, quiet, un-busy day. As an aside, they do not even have so much as a paper cup on hand for a drink of tap water. If your child is thirsty you'll be invited to drive across the street to CVS. I'd like to point out that the 5-star reviews mention how much fun pottery painting is, and the variety of available projects, but make no mention of employees being friendly or helpful. Pottery By You at 86th/Township Line and Half Baked Pottery in Broad Ripple are far more deserving of your business. Their owners are on-site and their employees are fantastic!