I have been here a few times and they are very helpful. The service reminds me of how it used to…read morebe when I was a kid. The people who work there really know their inventory. Gift wrapping is free!

It was a terrible experience. I bought a toy for my 8 month old and the lights and sounds were too…read morebright/loud for him. We didn't even have the toy for 24 hours. I carefully placed the toy back in the box and took it back thinking I would be able to exchange it-no exchanges allowed the man told me after talking with one of the owners. I could hear the woman in the phone-so rude, so inconsiderate. What?? It hasn't even been used. I left the toy there I was so irate. They just lost a neighborhood customer.

This Paper Source is a terrific place to shop if you're looking for a unique card, special wrapping…read morepaper, thoughtful gift, or fun item. The staff is always very helpful and can offer suggestions if you have an idea of what you're looking for. The can help you find just the right paper product or assist with creative ideas. Can be a bit pricey but the quality is worth it.

The Paper Source is always a great option for high quality cards for all occasions. They also have…read morea wide away of cute gifts, wrapping paper, candles and fun items. Recently on a Saturday , I realized I didn't bring the cards I already purchased for my dad for Father's Day with me. I was staying over the night before Father's Day. I didn't want to end up with a drugstore cards. I called up the Paper Source and they would be closing in 15 minutes. I told them it would take me ten minutes to walk over. The employees were incredibly kind and said they would wait. Once I arrived the staff was very patient and I didn't feel rushed at all. I purchased the cards I wanted, some wrapping paper and a lovely candle for myself.

Showed up a 4. Apparently that's when it closes because I was standing outside with my baby and the…read morelady was inside the door vacuuming and totally ignoring me. It was just weird. Like, acknowledge my presence and say you're closed. Stupid to spend more money at a "local" store when the place is run like a chain. People are much nicer at Jacardi and Monica and Andy a block away, or just buy online for better customer service.

A little gem of the neighborhood for my kiddies they love coming here! Always a good selection and…read morefair pricing. I'm always a returning customer

This place is OUTSTANDING. They literally have everything. Bachelorette decor, 30, 40, 50th Bday,…read moreGraduation, you name it! The collection is so eclectic and fun. This is an neighborhood gem. I recommend stopping by even if you aren't hosting a party. Nothing is overpriced. They have Halloween costumes, wigs, TONS of toys, balloons, everything! And to the reviewer who gave a bad review about the deflating balloons - get balloons the DAY OF your event! That's on you! This is truly a one-of-a-kind store and I love them so much. The friendliest staff also! NOTE: PAPER HOUSE MOVED ONE BLOCK TO 285 AMSTERDAM!!!!!

Spent $120 on balloons for my sons third birthday. Picked up yesterday at 5 pm while it was…read moreraining. The man refused to put balloons in a bag for me and told me they wouldn't get damaged. The first picture is what they looked like when they got home. The second picture is what they look like this morning for my sons birthday after I cut off the deflated ones. I wanted to support a small business instead of Party city- but do not go here. They are rude and unhelpful and a rip off.

Discovered Rita's during a Craft Crawl while I was in Manhattan in June. What a cute store! I…read moreloved the NY canvases they had. I'm always on the lookout for smaller projects as well and they had so many to choose from. And thanks for the help with fibers so I could start my project right away. And so fun to see a huge age range of needlepointers! I really don't need more projects but I'll be back to visit when I'm next in town!

I stopped by here for a bit of Christmas shopping while visiting NYC. They have tons and tons of…read morecanvases to pick from, in addition to project bags, self finishing kits, threads of all variety, and more accessories than I can name. I chose a NY themed one as a souvenir, and, since my needlepoint knowledge begins and ends with what a canvas is, one of the staff very graciously helped me pick out threads to kit it. She showed me the right type of thread and helped me go color by color to match them to the art on the canvas, so the person I gifted it to could begin her project the moment she opened it. This was no cheap visit by any means, but definitely in line with most other places one can shop for this very expensive hobby. I will definitely go back if I'm in town again.

Amazing place !! Staff are great and knowledgeable! They wrapped my presents for free. Plus all…read moreproduct are great quality .

Great local toy store & so much more! 0-6 months 1 yo. To…read moretweens and teenagers sports and scooters family fun nights packed with specialty items. STEM STEAM Science Technology Engineering and Math Science Technology Education Art & Math.

I don't think I'm supposed to review The Craft Studio because of my connection there, but I think…read morethis could be of value as I believe that how a store's employees are treated, and how the employee's respect the store, is a solid judgement of what kind of business it is- and having worked in the store for nearly 7 years I can tell you that The Craft Studio is the best of the best. It is magical and artsy and wonderful and trendy and feels like home at the same time! Whether you need a crafty activity, the coolest toy, a party, or someplace to send the kids on a day off of school- this should be your go to spot on the upper east side. Just watch the kids faces walking past the windows- it is truly a place of wonder and ART!

Great store. It's been in the hood as long as I can remember. They have lots of cool stuff. They…read moreprovide fun activities too. What would we do without educational entertainment. A place for Mothers and children to gather. Contact with live human beings instead of social media. Hey, we got to cozy up to others. If nothing else just to keep the germs shared!

I heard about Blacker & Kooby through family members that have been using their services for over a…read moredecade now. I am so thankful that I was directed to this place and especially to Vanessa who was so patient with me and really dedicated her time to helping me with my wedding invites. I walked in with barely an idea of what I wanted and found all the guidance to help me through this process of selecting, creating and sending wedding invites. Everyone at Blacker & Kooby is impeccable at their job and I could not be happier with my wedding invites. They turned out better than I could have imagined and I am so thankful for a place that has some really talented and kind people. There is no world in which you could go wrong selecting Blacker & Kooby!

Andrea was truly intuitive and helpful with wedding invitations. It's a store that absolutely…read moreinspires trust. I knew right away that they could get the job done. We could've asked for any kind of paper and Andrea would have quickly laid her hands on 3 options for it. This is where someone who knows a lot about invitations should go for their invitations.