A unique store with an exceptional owner (Rob Beers) in the heart of Valley Junction's 5th Street…read more It was such a fun first visit! I'm a techy person, but I love great writing utensils, and I enjoyed exploring Beers' shop because he is the owner and one of the Midwest's last pen makers. He told me of the store's history and showed me some available (and very cool) items. If I hadn't just been getting over pneumonia, I would have bought some items, but I was running out of energy when I arrived at Quill and Nib. Cool calligraphy, fountain pens, notebooks, and writing paper are in the store, but it is the service that cannot be matched locally. I'm coming back.

the guy is really kind and amazing to purchase from and he has top quality pens. So good that I'm…read moregoing to give it to my girlfriend for Christmas.

Great selection of clothes and gift items, fun events throughout the year too! I love that they are…read morealways coming out with new merch!

The ISU Bookstore remains on my "must stop by" list whenever I'm in Ames. Over the years,…read more"bookstore" has lost some of its meaning as ISU-branded merchandise sales and gradually taken over more and more floor space. However, there's still a modest stationary/art supplies section, an area for textbooks (strange to say that in a digital world), and a nice computer area in the back (and close to the stairway to or from the parking garage). As an Iowa Hawkeye grad, I have little interest in the ISU branded stuff, unless it involves a gift to my less enlightened Cyclone family members or friends. But the selection is impressive and the rivalry is light and friendly. And they'll validate your parking with a smile.

All you have to do is look at my stash of paper and ephemera to know I would buy everything in this…read moreshop, if money were no object. The first time I walked in someone from the staff asked if they could help me and my response was, "I can tell I am in trouble." If you are a paper crafter of any level, this is the place to visit. They carry exquisite papers, embellishments, die cuts, inks, etc. I have also taken a class and found it to be very fun and I learned a lot of new techniques. Every time I am in Ankeny, I stop in and tend to drop more cash than I should...but then I go home and admire my purchases for hours on end.

Wonderful Store, great prices. If we boycotted all the stores that did not share the same values as…read morewe did we would not shop anywhere.

The people are friendly, and my wife really likes their Row by Row 2016 selection…read more During our road trip, we tried to stop in at at least one #RowbyRow2016 (https://www.rowbyrowexperience.com) quilt shop in each state that we passed through. In Iowa, we selected Heart & Hand Dry Goods primarily due to their row selection and also their proximity to our route.

From the owner: Heart & Hand Dry Goods Company was founded in 1997 when owner Ann Brouillette decided to turn her…read moredream for a quilter's oasis into a reality. What was once a 2,000-square-foot store grew to around a 4,000-square-foot destination for anything and everything a new or experienced quilter could need. In 1999 we had the honor of being chosen as one of the top 10 quilt shops in the United States by Better Homes and Garden -- just one visit and we think you'll see why. You'll be inspired by an expansive selection of fabrics, batiks, supplies, and gifts for any project. Sign up for a class for all skill levels and quilting interests, and ask our upbeat staff for guidance when you need it. We're always on hand to help you get inspired, find the perfect item, or even share a joke or two.

I have no reason not to give Michael's 5 stars…read more I don't shop there often. If at all, really. I'm not a huge crafty person and if I'm looking for decorations, art supplies, and/or frames, Walmart typically has what I need, or Target. I used to scrapbook back in high school and I shop Michael's for supplies, but once Hobby Lobby opened I moved to that store. They just seem to have so much more stuff. Went the other day (Today is 12/13/19.) to buy a gift card for my sister-in-law. She shops Michael's all the time. I was in and out within 5 minutes and I even found a pack of really cute mini boxes to 'wrap' the gift card in. Pack had 2 boxes so I 'wrapped' a gift card for my husband to a restaurant he likes instead of just throwing the card in his stocking. Store was clean, uncluttered, and aisles were labeled. The cashier I had was really nice as well. I keep meaning to fill out the survey for her. I'll happily go back if I need to. Did not use restrooms. I assume there are ones open to the public. Parking lot is very close, but handicap stalls aren't. Which seems odd to me.

We have been assisted twice by Braden. He has out-of-the-park customer service skills at a store…read morethat can be frustrating with its reliance on coupons. He could lead customer service seminars, he is so good. I hope he enters a profession where he can use these skills.

Really had a great girls day here! Pricing is reasonable, staff is friendly & helpful. They have a…read morehuge stock of available pottery for painting. From what we were told they get regular shipments allowing for a diverse range of projects to choose from! I can't wait to see my finished piece. They also ship, if you're worried about how you'll get your project after completion.

Beautiful space - like a dream version of your elementary art classroom…read more Dina and her team are so fun and welcoming, and there to help you every step of the way and have everything you need to get "fired up!" We joined a fun school event here and the families had a blast! This is a great place for families - especially for holiday entertainment experiences, birthdays or just for fun!