Their selection of seed beads is vast and beautiful, the first time I went I spent probanly two…read morehours looking at all the beads to decide what to buy! They have Miyuki, Toho, and other types of seed bead in sizes from 8/0 to 15/0. The prices were also very fair, averaging around $2 for 10g of sead beeds, which is soo much better than trying to buy from a place like Michaels (*shudder*).

Amazing selection of beads ranging from Toho, Miyuki, Matsuno, to Japanese generic seed beads from…read more8/0 to 15/0. They start at less than $2 for 7.5-10g. At the entrance, there is a section of discounted beads. Near the back of the shop, they have crystal beads and other unique singular beads for purchase. They also have threads, ring jumps, headpins, and other tools but some of them are expensive. During my first visit, I wasn't greeted but I went out of my way to build rapport with one of the owners, I assume, who did eventually open up. There was a kid rollerblading in the shop, extremely anxiety-inducing and unprofessional. My second visit was more positive. A younger lady greeted me at the front mentioning to let her know if I needed any help and the kids were more tamed.

Such a cute spot!…read more We went in on a Monday evening as a walk in. They took us immediately and explained the rules for creating your own phone case and jewelry case. There's a huge selection of unlimited charms and icing colors to choose from. But warning!! Don't grab too many charms because whatever you don't use, you have to put it back. The table stations have all the tools you need to decorate your items from tweezers, glue, scissors, etc. The employees are super sweet. They showed us a demo and assisted us in putting our charms back. The parking was easy and cheap. There's a del mar parking lot right around the corner across the street from the gas station. We'll definitely come back to make our own plushies next time.

If you are looking for an activity to do with your little one, this spot would be a great place to…read moretake your crafty little one. I made reservations online after seeing it on Instagram and thought it would be fun to take my daughter because this is totally up her alley. We went on a Saturday evening and spent 2 hours here. The crafts she did was a hair claw, ipad/phone holder, cake looking note pad, and I did hair clips. I love how organized everything is and how detailed the staff is in answering all of the questions we had. However, I do have to say that everything adds up quickly. It is pricey so this cannot be an activity we can do often. Definitely a once in awhile type of thing. My daughter was such a happy camper and cannot wait to return. They email you instructions on where to park as parking is about a block away. But it was super easy to follow and understand. I would definitely recommend this spot and could see myself coming back with my daughter again. 2 thumbs up from us! Tips: *Reserve online *Takes credit card *They have a rewards program, make sure to join. *Staff spoke English/Chinese *Restroom is available *Parking offsite *They have more than one location. *You can host parties here.

Poor selection of Sewing Supplies. Shelf organization is…read morenot so good. Now that Joanne's is gone we are screwed finding Sewing Supplies. I guess nobody does clothing repairs at home anymore. Sad

I came to this store on a sunny and cheerful Sunday noon with a demeanor and disposition that…read morematched the weather. I was looking for clear contact paper for some books and, while the store wasn't too busy, there certainly was a bit of activity. I had the chance to speak with a couple of employees, approaching them in the friendliest way, just to ask where I could find the clear contact paper and both had an attitude from the get-go. I wasn't gonna let that ruin my day, so I thanked them both (first one had an attitude and wasn't helpful, second one had an attitude, but at least pointed me in the right direction, lol). Once I finally landed in the clear contact paper section, the price just left me wishing for either better customer service or an alternative solution. Given that I wasn't getting the first thing, I went seeking for the second one at Target. Won't be back, lol.

Whenever I am challenged with gifts for a family birthday or a Holiday such as Christmas. I make a…read morevisit to retreat! I have never been disappointed with my selection. Whether I am speaking with Diane (owner) or Jen or Dawn I receive good advice after describing the beneficiary in question. I have a choice between hand crafted gifts or beautiful jewelry as well as candles, or incense or blank books for notes or diaries. Then there is a whole wall with creative cards for any occasion either for comedy or serious emotions. Last but not least I leave retreat with my gift beautifully wrapped along with my written thoughts. I am blessed to have retreat within walking distance. I am happy to receive real value for my money at Retreat!

When I shop for gifts outside of my neighborhood (East Hollywood), Retreat is my go-to…read more Diane, the owner, has curated a wonderful collection of jewelry, art prints, cards and fun gifts for virtually any occasion. Despite this shop's relatively small size, it is packed with goodies. My go-to is always the card section, where I invariably find a card for an upcoming birthday or, even better, the perfect card for a friend who could use a pick-me-up or a good laugh. My stationary drawer is packed with Retreat cards that I've got on the ready and I am very grateful. There is a great range of options in terms of price. You can find very fun patches and charms for around ten dollars. If you are looking a bit higher-end, there is a lovely collection of jewelry: but you are definitely paying for quality work that will be appreciated. Diane and the various employees are invariably friendly and eager to help you find something perfect for your friend or family.

I used to go here all the time in high school for my art supplies. So happy to see it's still here…read more They have everything you need for your next art project. Store is neat and organized which makes for a great shopping experience. Parking can be tricky but I found a spot right in front of the store!

There's such a big selection of art supplies here. Went in to just browse and ended up buying a…read morecouple of things that I have been looking for. They have pretty much anything you can be looking for to get a project done. They have a free membership to join to help get promotions as well.

I had such a fun time! I needed more color so I went inside to get more and the service was very…read morenice and fast. Kind workers and beautiful color options. I can't wait to get my pieces, so many pieces to choose I landed on the foral pumpkin box

It was super fun and the staff was all super sweet. I wish they had a little bit of a bigger…read moreselection but overall it was great experience.

We had a group outing to lumee for the tufting experience and had so much fun! We booked our…read moreappointment online and found the location very easily. We each found images of what we wanted to create online and were able to trace it onto the canvas. Since it was our first time, we all opted for the small canvas but in retrospect, maybe the medium size would've been easier as the tufting gun is harder to maneuver in smaller sections. The staff was very helpful in providing instructions and staying close by as we worked on our projects. Once we were done, we left our mini rugs to be picked up another day since the staff would put the backing on for us and clean up any loose ends and such. Definitely looking forward to coming back and making an even bigger piece!

I'm already planning my next visit! There are so many possibilities for crafts in this space it's…read moremaking my mind go crazy! Initial Impression: I have heard of Lumee before due to its previous locations, but I never had the chance to visit. I just so happened to have extra time in Pasadena so couldn't resist stopping in. This shop in Arcade Lane opened recently and it is situated in a cozy area near Urth Cafe. It is bright, colorful, and hard to miss. The perfect place to draw in lovers of all things Kawaii. Service: the shops man is the absolute sweetest and not only took time to explain the concept of the shop, but he also showed all the artwork and some of his own work! The Mahjong bag is so impressive! Lumee offers tufting for carpets and supplies the tools. They also offer decoden cases, trinkets, hair clips, bags, and more! Locations have a variety of different experiences so check ahead! Overall: I was able to make a trinket for around $8! It can also be upgraded to a magnet and you can walk-in if you want to! They offer group experiences as well, and I think it would be cute for a date too. I really can't want to go again!

WOW are the classes here amazing!…read more You have two options when it comes to classes. You can take one of the classes they offer as part of their regular catalog, or for a little more, you can create your own class with a group of friends. I opted for the latter, and we had an *incredible* time. I put together two separate groups of a dozen of us, and we made stunning kiln-carved glass plates that I continue to use today. The process was made simple courtesy of the studio's talented staff. They broke the instructions down into bite-sized pieces for us. All we did was follow their step-by-step instruction on what to do to create our unique works of art. They were also available to all of us to help when we got stuck, had questions, or needed some extra talent. The staff also made the kiln-carving process easier for us by taking care of all the kiln work. All we did was select our materials and create our designs. They sent it through the kiln for the two-part fusion so we didn't need to come back after the first fire. Don't know where to start? Subscribe to their newsletter and you'll get photos of some incredible glass works of art in your inbox. When you find one you love, call them and tell them you want to make that.

In December, I took the flow stack glass ornament class. This was my first experience with Bullseye…read moreand with the kiln form process. The studio was nice, neat, clean, and organized. The instructor was super nice. She gave us all of the information we needed to succeed in a succinct way and let us loose! If we had any questions, the instructor was there to help us out. I would go back for another class in the future. Four stars because when signing up for the class, the website said we got to make 9 ornaments, but we actually only got to make 7.

Took a class there to learn to make baby shorts. Bought my fabric there and loved it so much I came…read moreback and bought more fabric for more shorts. They offer kids camps in the summer. You can rent the sewing machines in the back which is also great.

I am thrilled Meraki is in a walkable Eagle Rock location, with easy parking and lots of cute…read moresurrounding shops and restaurants. There is an adorable shop up front of perfectly curated fabrics, sewing accessories, projects, and small treasures while the mid area of the space opens into a creative shared table area. If you venture past the rainbow quilts all the way to the back you will find a treasure trove of Juki sewing machines, set to host a group of new to advanced sewers along with a large table area in the back for a variety of craft projects. My children are in 1st and 4th grade and enjoyed the 2 part Crochet class. When it was a bit difficult for my younger one, Debbie scaffolded the entire thing and made it possible for her to learn, feel successful, and feel like part of the group. We have also tried the finger knitting blanket class and now my 4th grader can make gorgeous blankets for friends and family. The sewing classes for 8+ are incredible. My eldest has loved going in to learn how to make tote bags, pillow cases, and a variety of other sewing projects. They also have camps, which we are eager to try someday. Most recently we hosted a very special birthday party here and I can share that it was incredible, lovely, and probably the most present I've ever been able to be at one of my kid's birthday parties, considering Debbie took on most of the labor! 11 children made pillows together, along with adorable rainbow keychains and they really had a blast. I was so impressed to see my little one sewing away on the machine with her dad next to her and the older kids jump right in. Many of them made 2-3 little pillows, even though they had never sewn before! Debbie's instruction is clear, easy to follow, and she has a great deal of patience while sharing how to create these masterpieces. It was really nice having mochi ice cream in the middle table area too- Debbie had everything needed for a party in case things were forgotten. The little fridge helped too! It was very reasonably priced and an unforgettable experience for the kids. We hope Meraki will be on this cute corner for many years to come!

Very cute store. It was tough looking for parking. There were a lot of cards, stationary, and other…read morethings that can be good gifts. I took a while to look at the cards because they looked so nice.

Fantastic place to meet most of your stationery needs!…read more They have planner/journal supplies here... who knew? I love their gift wrapping paper too. They carry: MT Washi tape Wooden rubber stamps (not a huge selection and none of the cute Japanese style either) Stencils to be used in your planner Markers, Pens - Tombow, Sailer, Uniball, Micron, Mildliner etc. Friendly service at the counter and like most Paper Source locations they have a plethora of gift items to choose from. Located on the West end of Colorado Blvd. Respectfully Reviewed.