They are closing! I am so upset, I go there often to get supplies, they always have what I need & pricing is good. Will totally miss!! read more

I work at the VA and one of my patients started this bad habit. Bad or good habit... I really haven't decided yet, but this place will take your creativity to the next level. Just walk through. You will see things you wouldn't expect to see and somethings were cheaper than Amazon. This is probably now one of my favorite stores in the city and I am supporting a Columbus business!!!! Do yourself a favor and stop by. You will not need anyone to make your celebrations personal. read more

Happy Hostess House - A baker's or DIY's paradise!!! - Candy Stores Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We have gone to this store for over 30 years. Even my husband got into the candy making products. He couldn't make it fast enough at Christmas. I have made many cakes for birthday's, shower's and even a couple of wedding cakes. Staff has always been helpful and pleasant. Our daughter took classes there too. It is a little run down but doesn't change the products available inside. Very surprising how much is there. read more

I love this store, I haven't been there in years, Going back this week, After moving around. I missed placed my old phonebook but I knew where it used to be located, So i finally did my research and finally found them and I can't wait to go tomorrow! The chocolate is so good, I can now make my Christmas treats for my great grandchildren that I use to make for my own sons, If you are looking for ideas or all types of cake or candy supplies. this is the store, I feel like I am going home, read more

The happy hostess has been in business since 1960. Are used to come here with my mother in the 80s, and I'm sharing it with the next generations. If you need candy molds, candy melts, any type of fancy colored sugars, cupcake liners, sprinkles, edible glitter dust, anything you can imagine to put on a cake, and even decorating classes. It's old-school and a classic that should not be missed for bakers. One of my favorites is that you can get cardboard trays and a bakery box for a cake of any size, along with containers for taking cupcakes, mini or full-size. read more

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The go to place for baking and pastry supplies. Outside is a little outdated and the sign definitely needs repainted but they are to go place for baking supplies. read more

This shop is wonderful! It is a Mecca of baking supplies. The nice old women who run this shop are such a delight. When I walked in they were trying to help a customer over the phone and it was the cutest thing I ever saw. Two old ladies searching for a pig cookie cutter. That's why i went in there. I needed cookie cutters. They have a TON. They have tiny, medium, large, individuals, and sets. They had 6 racks of cutters, some on the walls and a whole row of shelves. It was so cool. The whole rest of the store had great stuff, from all the newest baking trend decorations (edible glitter, shimmer powder, sparkle sugar) to the old stand bys (piping tips of every sort) They had tons of cupcake supplies, candy making molds, packaging. Everything. Prices were reasonable too! Of course, some things, like baking equipment were priced high, other items, like the cookie cutters were priced low comparatively. The shop itself looks cluttered, but, it was actually organized and neat. It just has so much stuff it looks jumbled. These ladies would bend over backwards to help you with anything you need. They also offer cake decorating classes for a reasonable fee of $50 plus the cost of supplies (around $80 of supplies to start). They have a small back room where they do classes. Beginners classes start again in Feb and are popular they said. I think I may join in their next series! Because, lets face it. Anyone whose ever seen my cakes, knows they're ugly! I need help! read more

To use the words "humble" or "unassuming" when describing the outside of the Happy Hostess House would be an understatement. Close to the airport on a strip of Johnston Road, this little house looks to be an inch away from "rundown". Step inside and there is a serious lack of natural lighting to brighten up the store. Not to mention it appears as if Happy Hostess moved in and never unpacked (It's okay, I won't judge - I haven't unpacked since my last move). But start to walk around and you'll get lost in a daydream of cake baking and sweets creation. The staff is beyond friendly and willing to help at the drop of a hat. Questions? Ask away! Lady was able to assist me in figuring out what kind of edible glitter to buy for my project. The Happy Hostess also has a huge selection of frosting tips for all of your piping needs. It was like picking out a ring at a jewelry store - I wanted to try on everything! In a perfect world I would love to see the Happy Hostess House located closer to the action surrounded by other retail locations. With a fresh coat of paint and plenty of natural sunlight. And organized. But the reality is that this cake decorating and supply outlet is still an amazing resource for all kinds of bakers! read more

This place is a total hole in the wall gem! This is where my grandma always went for baking supplies, so it has a special place in my heart. I don't come here often, but sometimes someone will ask me to make a cake or cupcakes for an occasion, so this is typically where I end up to get certain supplies. It's not very big, but there is a bunch of stuff crammed in here. Sprinkles, cake pans, cupcake and cake toppers, melting chocolate, chocolate molds, cake fillings, food coloring, birthday candles, boxes for cakes, cookie cutters, cupcake liners, etc. It's a lot of fun looking through everything. I always spend way more time than I mean to in here. read more

Going to Happy Hostess is worth the near death experience that you will have trying to make it out of the parking lot! You will at first be a little turned off by the buildings outside appearance but upon entering you will be greeted by Lady or Toni. They are informed, helpful and glad to answer any questions that you may have. Although they are usually out of the icing dye needed they have a huge variety of everything else so it makes up for it and keeps me coming back. They also offer classes there for cake decorating and candy making so if you are interested you should definately give them a call. If at all possible back into your space, if you can not then lay on the horn as you are pulling out! Good luck read more

The exterior of the building puts one in mind of a Texas Chainsaw House rather than the dwellings of a Happy Hostess. Open the rickety metal door and step into a dimly lit room, piled with various wares. Nobody will greet you, so just go straight to the shopping. If you manage to shake off the chills or your initial impression of the place, you will find a great selection of baking and candy making supplies at very reasonable prices. The staff can answer your questions (if they have to), but won't make you feel very good about having disturbed their daydreaming, or whatever it is they do instead of actively seeking to provide assistance. Once you have made your purchases and scampered out of the building, get ready for the most fun you'll have all day: getting out of their parking lot. I hope you make it out intact!! read more

To be honest, my first impression of this place was not good. From the outside the place looks like it's falling apart and/or closed down. Upon entering, I wondered if a hoarder worked there. However, upon further review, I realized that there was organization to the madness! This place has everything you could ever want for cake or candy making. Who knew there were so many different types of cookie cutters, anyway? The real kicker to this place is a woman named Lady (I know, how perfect is that?) that works there. She essentially held my hand and helped me through the entire process of what I wanted to do. She offered tips and tricks, and even cheaper alternatives. I'll definitely return for future cake making endeavors. read more

I am truly in love with this place! They can be a tad bit expensive. BUT, they are a specialty shop and not a chain store. So I do take those factors into consideration. This is not a place to buy in bulk. But certainly a place to consider if you need an individual item for a job you are doing or even a hobby cake collector. The women in there are very nice and knowledgeable! I LOVE the fact that they carry Alpine for those times that I'm in a pinch and don't have time to wait on a shipment in order to make some good old fashioned buttercream!! I always suggest this place when someone asks me where they should go to make A project (one project). I only say that because as I mentioned before, this is not a bulk supply store, and it's perfect for those single projects or one of a kind needs. The ONLY reason I did 4 stars, is only because they could consider modernizing their selection a tad bit. Plastic toppers, plastic figurines, are really "basic" and a reputable cake designer like myself, just doesn't use those types of things. We strive to be different from chain store bakeries through our work. While having those types of things as part of your store selection, it cheapens things a bit. That's my only "gripe". read more

They have a good selection of products but it kind of smells like cat urine in there. It also looks very dumpy from the outside. The hours are hit or miss. It's in dire need of some cleaning, organizing and updating! read more

Don't let the outside fool you! Two ladies happy to help me. Smells like chocolate the minute you walk in. Lots of cookie cutter options just in time for Christmas. Was there last weekend and going back today to get more supplies. read more

This place is a must of you are in need of candy making or cake decorating supplies. Their chocolate is simply the best and they are super helpful. Their staff has given me helpful advice too. I highly recommend!!!! read more

I am sitting here at the shop. The hours say they are open from 9-6 on Saturday. It is now 11:30 and it is locked up tight. No explanation. I tried calling, no answer. I drove clear across town. I obviously am not a happy customer. read more

I'm here at the shop right now. The only employee here is working on the computer to print something for one customer while three of us have been standing at the counter waiting to check out for 10+ minutes. "Give me just a minute, I'll be right there," he said. I'm leaving without buying my stuff, just leaving $50 worth of stuff on the counter. I'll just drive to Cake Craft. read more