A perfect experience every time I go in. The staff is always helpful and informative. The selection…read morechanges so even though it is a small store I always find something new.

Went in right when they opened and was met with a kind and helpful staff! I got a beautiful canvas…read moreand 2 needleminders. Cute little place with a great community! I will be back and highly recommend!

Sigh I have a problem with this place, but I don't think my issues are unique. They are very very…read morestrict with returns and no nonsense about the Patrons shopping inside. It makes sense given the delicate nature of the products but it borderline OCD (IMO). And the prices are a little high but it is nyc. Glad to have this resource when in desperate need for quality yarn.

Visiting family in NYC, and always looking for great shopping spots to bring home the best goods…read more Had found this little gem on instagram through and influencer and was excited to check it out. They had a nice selection of cotton yarns, which at the moment is my jam. Though the wools and alpacas choices are huge! I was greeted at the door, with a hand sanitizer first (clean hands for the yarn). The gal showed me all the cotton based yarns and a few blends to make my search a bit easier, being my first time in. Also at one point I needed another roll and it was a bit high on the shelf, they were able to climb a ladder and check to see if there was more...yes! Good quality does come at a price, but personally it's nicer and many times softer than what you could get at a chain retailer. So shop small and local! Can't wait for my next trip back in a few months, easy to find on Avenue A.

Owners are knowledgable, warm, and friendly--especially to someone who has absolutely no breadth of…read moreknowledge about sewing like me. I stopped by about half an hour before closing to ask about getting a recently bought pouch resized to fit my laptop. Even though I truly felt like a chicken walking around without it's head, the owners treated me with kindness and respect. While I felt sheepish about my request and my lack of of familiarity with all things sewing, their warmth helped me feel at ease. The shop itself is small, as is such with most mom and pop establishments, with Hossein working his magic in the back, buttons a galore in the front, fabrics in the middle, and ribbons scattered throughout. I could spend some time inspecting and exploring each and every texture and color available but didn't want to dilly dally too much before they were to go home. Overall, they were able to take on my sewing request--it was reasonably priced (I think!) and I helped myself to some paracord for a little craft project of mine. Very comfortable space with some people who are experts in their field and provide a very calm and reassuring energy. I'll be back to pickup some bits and bobs here and there rather than taking my business to a big retail store like I usually do. An east village gem!

Only spoke on the phone with them. Sounded very nice and helpful. Was asking for sewing…read moreinstruction, Gave me some advice and told me I could stop by

I absolute love Michaels as it has everything you could need to craft and be creative. Their…read morecoupons aren't as good nowadays as they used to be and I don't have as much time as I used to have either but I still love coming here and browsing. The store layout here is a big congested and feel the checkout area and online order area could be better designed. I placed an order online for store pickup and it was ready in less than 10 minutes after I placed the order, which was quite impressive (I couldn't go until a few days later). The pickup area is located to your left as soon as you get off the escalators. There really wasn't a shelf to get your items and your bags situated after you pick up your item and the waiting area was quite small. No one was there when I went to pick up but a line of about 5 people behind me formed as I got my item making it a bit tricky to navigate to leave the area while also trying to stuff my item into my bags. The general checkout area was quite tight as well. It's long and it's sometimes hard to see if a self checkout counter is open. Self checkout itself is pretty easy to use and I like how the machine is able to detect if the handheld scanner was properly placed back in its slot before it moves forward with checking you out. I was able to find my account easily and apply all my coupons during my transaction. The staff I asked about inventory were quite knowledgeable and were able to point me to the right aisle to get the things I needed. things were well stocked and neatly displayed as well.

I appreciate arts and crafts stores though mainly rating 3 stars because sadly this is the only…read moreMichael's store left in Manhattan, which unfortunately means certain areas of the store can get really picked over--especially seasonal items--right before peak holidays. To some degree I understand that many retailers are tighter on inventory to reduce how much needs to be sold at deeper discounts after certain holidays are over. However this also means certain things run out and there's no selection left which could also mean lost sales, which was the case when I came to look for a couple Christmas-related products a week before Christmas and much of that section looked decimated outside of wrapping paper, kitchen/dining supplies, some decorations and wearable accessories. They were already setting up for Valentine's Day. Walking around the store, I still appreciated that this location is still around, it's been a while since I've visited so I was glad to see still a strong selection of frames, scrapbooking supplies, paints, yarns and ribbons/trimmings. They also installed more self-service checkout machines. The shopping stop wasn't altogether unfruitful in that I picked up a pack of baked goods boxes (to place home-made cookies/pastries inside before gifting to others). I hope next time to find more of what I need!

On my last visit to NYC, I stopped by the East Village location for their 15th Anniversary…read moreCelebration and it was super nostalgic since I remembered when they first opened! . I've looked for shops like Pink Olive when I relocated to Los Angeles but it is yet to be for the West Coast. Well, it was just ADORABLE to see all the fun gift items, bought some gifts for my friend who was traveling to Europe. Because of the anniversary, shopping was double fun while munching in some GF treats! OK so prices are on the mid to high range, but you wouldn't find most of these items outside of Pink Olive. They are specially curated by the owner, Grace Kang who has a proven track record for being a buyer for major department and boutique stores. It's whimsical and unique, I feel happy being there and that day was no exception. Definitely want to check out the new location in Little Rock, Arkansas and hoping someday Pink Olive will finally make it out to LA!!

Live in the neighborhood, thought the concept of this little shop was adorable. Will not go back…read more * have gone on more than one occasion where the store is closed (indefinitely?) for "small break" *company policy: does not take cash...? -Umm, ok... I'll Venmo you later? What?? *sorry, does not take large bills. - I bought a birthday card, playing cards and a match book (which, I literally didn't realize that it was that until this moment// thought it was a mystical suggestion packet of adventure// nope, just matches). total price : $50 dollars -How would they prefer for me to pay; in quarters? *customer service: I don't know, fine? Indifferent? It's already a niche situation, meaning the product makes sense on Birthdays and housewarmings. Let's present the pricing and "actual" product clearly.

This art supplies store has a fully stocked items needed for school/ hobbies or even for…read morebusinesses. Shop has two levels with products from paints, brushes, canvas, yarn, books....etc. Prices for many of the merchandise are a bit on the higher end, though it is in the heart of Soho. Spent a long while browsing the books sections which had a wide selection of creative art deco books/DIY books for home improvements. Staff was friendly and even allowed me to use the restroom located at the lower level. Overall, a great art supply store.

They always have everything I am looking for, mainly paint, brushes, and stretcher bars. The full…read morespectrum of colors from most major oil paint brands is available. The staff are friendly and the prices are reasonable. There have been plenty of times I called ahead and they had what I wanted ready at the cashier's station, which made things really easy.