I spent at least 2.5 hours looking at the beads once I found out they were 50% off. I then decided I had gone a bit over my budget. As I was trying to place the beads in their proper spot of course, a worker, I believe the manager, Mary maybe told me that she was going to walk me up to the front of the store. I told her I didn't need a chauffeur. I then realized what was going on. They were accusing me of trying to steal. I am completely and utterly disgusted by this store. I paid my $89 bill and that is the LAST time I will EVER be shopping there. Insane. read more

Pretty run of the mill store. I am always hesitant to use Hobby Lobby due to my conflicting political ideals. As s last resort I ran into this store looking for something I needed for a beading project. As it turns out, they didn't have what I needed anyway. read more

The picture I went to purchase was right under the SALE 50% off sign. When it rang up at FULL price the clerk and supervisor informed me I did not take the time to read the entire sign! They informed me it states in the smaller print that this sale is only on table decorations. The picture that was sitting on top of the TABLE in the TABLE TOP STAND is not considered a table decoration...really? She kept debating it with me until I just left my other items behind and walked out. Nothing like getting you to fall in love with an item only to find the price was misleading. Tacky! Rochester, MN Store read more

Picking up gifts for my nieces who love making bracelets and anything with beads. Hobby lobby has everything, fun store to browse through. Lots of christmas stuff and a good place to get pictures framed. read more

Hobby Lobby - Art Supplies Near Me - Rochester, Minnesota

I recently went to the hobby lobby in Austin, MN. it was so much better than the Rochester store. It was really well stocked with merchandise. The staff was super friendly and the manager wasn't at all snobby. Maybe there's a reason why the Rochester store is always looking for help. read more

Hobby Lobby kind of bums me out for some reason. It's really expensive for most stuff (especially considering what you're purchasing), customer service has been non-existent to terrible every time I've visited, and it's full of cheap knick-knacky junk I wouldn't actually want. If you want an art store, Hobby Lobby doesn't fit the bill (sadly). Between these faults and their overtly religious proselytizing on their website, I try to avoid it if I can and shop for art supplies in the Cities instead. read more

This store had a huge selection of items and I love the idea that they are closed on Sundays. They decided it is a family day. But I felt that their religious beliefs and love of country was thrown in my face. Thus the 2 star rating. read more

This is the mecca of craft materials for me. I hear the sounds of angels sing as the doors open. They have by far the best yarn selection I have ever encountered. They always have discounts on stuff, atleast 30% off selected departments. They have more craft supplies than you can shake a stick at. I almost have a seizure every time I go there because my brain is so overwhelmed with ideas for what I would like to make next. Canvases, paints, fabrics, miniture figures for . . minture things, craft sets for kids, floral design stuff, aisles of scrap booking materials, stamps, patches, stained glass things. . .oh gosh! It is an artists dream!!!! Or for the average gal like me who's dream is to be an artist!!! It's just great. Great great great!! Check the hours though, they are closed on Sundays. read more

I always forget how much i enjoy this store until I step foot inside again. Upon arriving the lobby is full of seasonal outdoor furniture. They currently have some very funky and eclectic loveseats and benches for a sunporch or inside the home as they are upolstered in a very gypsy inspired fabric. Love Them! they have everything from pictures, fabric, furniture, cards, stamping, scrapbooking, painting, supplies. I saw some really cool burlap flowers there so a cut above your average run of the mill fake flowers i hate. Typically you can print off a coupon online too. One downfall is they are not open on Sunday and that tends to be a day I am off just checking things out.. read more

This was my first time shopping here. Its compared to à Joann Etc without the lines at checkout. It was more open then Michael's . I liked all the home Decor and signs for your home. We stopped here between baseball games and had only 30 minutes to shop. There is an online coupon for 40% one item but didnt need as everything I bought was 50% off. I assume its marked up that anyway. I may fréquent other Twin Cities locations but none are close to my home. Some people dont shop here due to the Owners Christian beliefs and heathcare options against birth control but I'm not opening that can of worms. Its your Right to shop here or go elsewhere. read more

Make sure you check that you got the advertised 40% discount on Tim Bolts products. Second time it has happened, next time I will check before leaving. If there is a next time. read more

I'm more of a Michaels person just because I'm more familiar with it, but I just love this place. Anything you need they have! I'm not THAT crafty so I can't do a good price comparison, but you can usually find hobby lobby coupons online. read more

Hobby has a helpful staff and is well stocked in supplies. Prices are fair and they always redeem the online 40% off coupon without any headaches. My gripe is with the lines at checkout. Most of the time it's two registers open and line 1 usually has someone returning items/ getting out their dusty checkbook to remind us all of the good ol times in the 80s. read more

Hobby Lobby is my favorite craft store!! I love to crochet and so when i get to the yarn section, there are so many options and I love it!!!

Great selection, friendly staff, good prices especially if you have a coupon (Google for the on-line specials).

My favorite store for all the decorating I do. I decorate a couple businesses for the holidays and hobby lobby always has a ton of stuff for Halloween, Christmas etc. I am so glad the rumor they were closing was fake. read more

This is the place to be for crafts a materials. The staff is friendly and very helpful and was willing to go above and beyond to assist out family. read more

There is always something for everyone here. I love to shop their seasonal merchandise, plus the home decore, candles, and furniture are always sure to please. Not to mention the acctual hobby part of the store! While they don't always have the selection of Michael's for scrapbooking or other paper crafts, they do carry more fabrics and trimmings. I also like their business model, and wish I could support their store more. But the reason I take my money elsewhere is simple...their employees. I refuse to give money to a group that refuses to value me as a customer. From the frustrating search for assistance on the sales floor, to the endless lines at the checkout counter, nothing about the store says 'we value you and want you to return'. read more

Great store for everything crafts. I've used them a couple times for framing also. If your into making your own home decorations they have everything from silk flowers to painting supplies. Lots of crafts for kids too. A great place to get supplies for weddings and party decor. Use the coupons from the paper. read more

I just picked up a ton of great Christmas decorations. They have stuff at great prices right now. I picked up a gorgeous wreath for just $25 and ornaments too. I'm a winter crafter and this is my go to store. I'd go nuts if I didn't have this store in town. Staff is always very helpful too. read more

Such a beautiful and big place. Has everything you'd ever need and think of. Just walking by some ailes instills an urge of going creative and try new hobbies! I seriously like it. My wife and daughter love it! the staff are nice and helpful most of the time. read more

I also almost go into seizures when entering this store. I usually convulse my way to the 80% home good section as soon as I arrive. Their selection of chicken shaped nick-nacks is impressive. Say you are looking for a checkered black and white chicken salt and pepper shaker sitting on top of a pumpkin, odds are they have it. Say you're looking for that same salt and pepper shaker with lazers that shoot out of the chickens' eyes, if they don't got it, they got the supplies to make it. I would strongly reccommend knowing what you're shopping for before walking into the store. This store is to women what the man mall is to men. I once found a man who accidentally wandered into the store in the fetal position sucking his thumb near the quilt batting and sewing notions department. All he wanted was some glue for his model airplane and got lost for 15 hours. The cashiers have wisened up considerably the past few years. They will scour the flyer to see if what you are buying is on sale or not. A few years before they were more lax about this. The sales are good, but can be annoying if you're waiting for a specific department to go on sale and have to wait. Prices are ok and competitive with other craft stores. They're closed on sundays. read more

Love this store, have many items for artists. Hard to find locally and if you watch sales and coupons there are some big savings!

I have shopped many times at Hobby Lobby because it is near my home, but knowing that the management now wants to avoid providing birth control coverage for their employees I do not shop there any more. I drive 5 miles across town to Michael's, where the selection is just as wide as HL and the service is WAY better. I have told all my friends and family to avoid shopping at HL. read more