My 4 year old loved sewing so when I noticed this shop across from where we ate dinner, I knew I…read morehad to make a stop so I could introduce her to a craft I loved as a child. They were closed so we went back this morning. I asked for any kits appropriate for a four year old, and one of the ladies told me to give her a second. She came back with scraps and said they were free so my daughter could find out if she liked it. And then if she did, she had more for my daughter to try. You just don't find this kind of kindness at many shops anymore, and I so appreciate their willingness to pass on their craft like this. I ended up buying some items for myself, and I'm excited to get back on my cross stitch journey while my daughter starts her own.

Enjoyed a quick visit to the shop last week. Some of these older reviews really talk down about the…read moreservice. That wasn't my experience at all. My sister, who is an avid cross stitcher, enjoyed perusing the shelves and looking at threads and patterns. One of the things my sister was very excited to find was hand-dyed backing and a beautiful pattern for a stained glass window. When she couldn't find something she was looking for, she asked for help and received it. The ladies working there were a little quirky, but I think that's to be expected in a cross stitch shop. We also enjoyed meeting Romeo, the beagle. He was very calm and just enjoyed some sniffs and pets before letting us shop.

Let me start by saying, I don't know whose fault this is but someone. SOMEONE needs to hear this…read more Let us begin with finding the event. Yelp told me that the Columbus Axe Throwing place, where the event was being held, was next to The Continent. What is The Continent you ask? Well it's an appropriately named apartment complex, or quite possibly a small village, the size of a medium continent. We drove around this multi-neon-colored buildings for a solid 38 minutes looking for this place. Weaving around multiple (multiple!) nightclubs, the french quarter (WTAF), and what appeared to be an abandoned theater ... I was determined to browse overpriced homemade soaps, tiny pop tart pins, sarcastic baby onesies and handmade cards. DETERMINED. Yelp failed to mention that the only way to find this place was to drive through a tunnel into the depths of The Continent where you quite possibly only have a 97% chance of returning alive. But alas we found it ...and the postcard sized sign on the door. Once inside we wandered around looking for the craft fair, passing abandoned furniture, squeezing between the nets behind the batting cages, carefully passing under falling ceiling tiles until we finally reached the Craftin Outlaws sign. It was practically glowing, we made it ! It was all worth it! Spoiler Alert: Nope. There were literally 6 tiny booths of crafts. There were no other customers. Likely because no one else was willing to risk their lives or spend 45 minutes in pursuit of crafts of the outlaw variety. I browsed the crafts for 90 seconds. I haven't been this disappointed since the 2016 World Series and the 2016 election, in that order. Everything about this event was wrong with the exception of the blue slushy I got in the way out the door. Although I'm still drinking it and wouldn't be surprised if the lid fell off, spilling electric blue sludge all over my lap. The LITERAL (blue) cherry on top of the worst 46 minutes of my life.

Leading up to the craft fair their twitter account highlights vendors ahead of time. Most of them…read morehave web sites so you can peruse what's available and make a shopping list ahead of time. This was my first time at the event and I was impressed. It wasn't so crowded that you got lost or forgot where you saw something you liked. Nice variety of items were for sale. Items included recycled/upcycled glass goods, recycled/upcycled hair clips, bead/metal/leather jewelry, clothing (cowls, t-shirts, scarfs), drawings/prints, soaps/lotions and animal/hero masks. Afterwards, Craftin' Outlaws sent out a survey via Twitter to get feedback and follow-up on the event.

Pure Roots is a "must shop" boutique that features unique gifts from local artists. I love…read moresupporting local stores, and my favorite thing to buy is the foaming hand wash soap from the Glenn Avenue Soap Company, handcrafted in Columbus, OH. My go-to scent is the Bandit's Oil, which sells out quickly, but the owner is always willing to assist and put in an order upon request. The store also accepts plastic bags and films that are not recyclable through Rumpke recycling. Once the city receives 500 pounds of plastics, the TREX company will make a bench for use around the city. So far, over two dozen benches have been made through the efforts of the city's recyclers. I highly recommend that you visit this store in Uptown Westerville.

I have been an Artist selling my work here since 2015. So, I can speak to both the consignor…read moreexperience as well as the shopping experience. Owner, Nicole, is warm and friendly. She is knowledgeable about the artists and products she carries and isn't a pushy salesperson. As a vendor, I appreciate her respect and her timely reports of what I've sold. Out of the local stores I sell in, I think I've spent the most money here! I've bought numerous original paintings (3 by the same artist). Also really dig the ceramics, plants, soaps, and body butters. When I go restock there I go in with the mindset that I don't NEED anymore Art AND that I am trying to DOWNSIZE. But, often end up seeing something I can't let get away because of it's uniqueness and reasonable. Pictured is one painting I've purchased here by Bicklearts.

Explored the October 2024 OTE Art Walk today, and it was fantastic! Full of unique local art,…read morevarious vendors, food, music, and great vibes. It has evolved over the last two years and I am really digging how OTE Arts had it laid out today. I live in Olde Towne East so really convenient for my partner and I to check out. I have to add the DJ was awesome today and added such a good vibe to the event. I was singing along and dancing in place most of the event. I had some good finds today too. Lots of good art, but grabbed a candle from One Eleven Candles, enjoyed a delicious fish & chips lunch from Harry's Grill Station, and treated myself to some tasty cookies from Alexis' Pantry. So many talented vendors and artists today and I loved seeing the new booths and silent auction! Definitely worth checking out if you get a chance to go to one. Overall, OTE Arts is a nonprofit that actively supports and promotes local artists through various community-based initiatives. OTE Arts fosters and promotes local talent with events like the Olde Towne East (OTE) Art Walk, art studios, exhibitions, and more. I like their core values and they focus on Community, Opportunity, Diversity, and Artistic Quality . They call it CODA for short. Their website is www.otearts.org if you want to learn more but definitely recommend the Art Walk if you get a chance to attend.

Kiddo and I are obsessed with beautiful rocks, crystals and gemstones. We fell in love with Rocks…read morewith Sass based on their exquisite Instagram feed - and now we know it's even more awesome in person! Shop by appointment only - but it's easy to book your shopping appointment online. It also means you'll likely have the gorgeous place to yourself. Imagine the prettiest, most unique and highest quality rocks, displayed in the most beautiful and serene environment - and you've got Rocks with Sass. They also have tarot cards, jewelry and many other gifts. It's like heaven on earth. If you love rocks and crystals, you've got to check it out!

I first discovered this super stunning shop on Yelp after a fellow Elite (Lara K.) left a glowing…read morereview. Of course, I then ran to Instagram to see even more photos and from that point on, I was sold. There are two types of businesses I tend to seek out on Yelp no matter where I am. Plant shops and crystal shops. Both are 100% my jam and I'm pleased to say that this shop is a hidden gem in every sense of the word... no pun intended but it's clear as day. It's tucked away a bit in a small corner of Westerville but it isn't hard to find. There's parking out front and they're currently only open Monday through Friday. The owner Amanda is so sweet and their space is truly a breath of fresh air. The vibrant colors just put off a feeling of happiness and I could honestly spend hours there. I'm kicking myself for not picking up a rainbow maker window cling but I did find several things I just had to get. A carnelian bracelet and a beautiful chunk of angel aura quartz. Out of all the cool crystal stores I've visited, this was the first time I laid my eyes on that type of quartz and I just had to make it mine. It's known to help with stress relief, balancing your chakras, and awakens empathy, enhances creativity, and more. I already had a giant tumbled carnelian stone but after learning it's supposed to bring love and prosperity to your life and I decided I needed to be able to bring this with me anywhere I go. I can't wait to get back there for a rainbow maker and I've already told all my friends about this place. I have to bring my niece here soon, she would die (in a good way).

I love a holiday crafts festival and this is one of the great ones. It took us hours to walk…read morethrough and see all of the vendor booths. Parking was $6 and entrance fee was $7 per person. The crowds weren't too bad - definitely steady and busy but not overwhelming. They had everything from hand painted chocolates and local dairy cheese, to art pieces selling for thousands of dollars. Some of the art work on display was unbelievably beautiful. There are many things I would have liked to have taken home (with a much bigger budget.) Most of the artisans were really friendly and helpful with any questions. Many also said they sell on Etsy and will ship online orders. I look forward to making this an annual holiday outing.

This year I visited Winterfair for the first time. I didn't really know what to expect as far as…read morethe quality of craftsmanship or the scale of the event. I knew from a quick bit of research that it was a long-standing tradition and spanned a long weekend of Thursday through Sunday each December. I went on Sunday, the last day of the event. We paid (I think) $5 for parking. Admission was $7 on the first visit, free on each visit after that. I arrived as soon as doors opened at Noon and stayed until we were forced out at 5p. I walked nonstop the entire time and did not see nearly everything there was to see. There were hundreds of artisans. I saw mainly the same styles of crafts: wooden bowls, ceramics, jewelry, some watercolor, etc. The level of craftsmanship was pretty consistent throughout, which was a good and bad thing. The good thing was that there were no real schlubs. The bad thing was that I often felt like I was seeing more of the same. We bought a lot, mainly Christmas gifts. Winterfair merchants must make a killing off people looking for unique gifts. I got a beautiful pair of earrings from artist Charles Pinckney. Charles' booth stood out to me because it was understated. Whereas many merchants faux walls were crammed top to bottom and edge to edge with merchandise, Charles' spot featured one glass display case with maybe 25 pieces of jewelry. I stopped to talk with him. He had a voice like James Earl Jones and a very endearing personality. Charles told me that his inspiration comes from his childhood. Each of his abstract pieces has a story, and he shared several of them with me. I inquired about one specific pair of earrings and became more enthralled with them after hearing their tale. I just had to have them. I put them on immediately and took a picture with Charles to commemorate the occasion. I found another noteworthy crafter near the entrance, a husband and wife who make ceramic bird sculptures. It doesn't sound so interesting, but the sculptures are dead on! The eyes were phenomenally real. And you should see the feathers; they look pillowy and soft. I couldn't control myself and ended up touching three of the birds, only to be disappointed by their actual hard surfaces. They looked so lifelike. While scoping out one merchant's items, I got a whiff of something deliciously sweet. I soon pinned the smell: roasted nuts! I followed my nose to a stand with a variety of handmade chocolates and freshly roasted nuts. I split a bag of pecans, a bag of almonds, and a bag of cashews with my cohort. Absolutely wonderful! The Sunday show wasn't overly crowded, but I did have to deal with a lot of nudging. That's one thing I hate about craft shows. People elbow and crowd around you to see what you're looking at. And to get a good view of anything, you have to do some elbowing yourself. Another thing that makes me a bit uncomfortable about craft shows is that the person who made the piece is sitting right there. So, you have to pull back your reactions. If you hate something, it's best to wait to say so until you're away from the stand. On the other hand, I had some marvelous conversations with vendors who were eager to tell me how they make their crafts and why they make their crafts. They were thrilled that someone was interested in knowing the stories behind their works. When I entered the building, I took my time looking at every stall. But as the minute hand on the clock spun, I found myself merely glancing at the stalls towards the back of the annex. I wish I would've budgeted my time better. I feel like I missed some really good stuff. It wasn't until the doors were getting ready to close that I discovered the food section of Winterfair. Jams, dips, syrups, drinks, mixes, and baked goods are housed in the far front corner. Almost every stall offers free samples of everything they sell. It was a heyday! I had some great raspberry hot chocolate, a fluffy banana cream pie dip, several creamy salsas, amazing maple syrup, and more. The sample areas were very clean, and the merchants enforce the use of tongs and a strict no double-dipping rule. Much appreciated. If you're going, I suggest wearing a light jacket because the building gets hot. Carry a light purse as well because, no matter the actual weight, it will feel like a million pounds by the end of the day and you'll be adding the weight of your purchases to that. Bring plenty of cash as the goods are sometimes expensive (though less so than other venues I've been to), and many of the merchants don't have the capability to process credit cards. If you're buying something heavy, don't fret; most merchants will hold your purchase until you're ready to go. Do eat lunch in the building, and do sample as much of the food in the sales area as you can. And remember that you don't have to see it all in one day; if you plan to come back, get a ticket on the way out and bring it back with you for free re-entry.

This spot has been several shops in the last few years; not sure if this is new new or a…read morerebranding. Looks different though, and with a bigger and better selection. In an old house, with a coffee shop in the back room, so one-stop shopping! Lots of cool items of decor, plus a few clothes, and even a few toys upstairs. Eclectic and interesting stuff. I'll keep it in mind for gifts and just fun.

Such a fun spot for the coolest Vintage home decor finds, mcm barware, original art, new and…read morevintage clothing and jewelry. And fun and quirky gifts for everyone. It's an old house, filled from the first floor all thru the second level with rad finds. Second floor has a clothing boutique, toy shop, groovy vintage finds and the coolest witchy stuff- tarot cards/candles. Somehow they brought the unique "Clintonville-esque" style shopping and nestled it right at the heart of Gahanna. They just added a coffee shop Joy Local to the back of the shop, so you can stay awhile and sip while you shop. Worth a visit.

I have been looking for a new candle shop to go to. All my family and friends talk about Bath and…read moreBody Works candles, but I have never liked them. They smell very artificial to me and give me such a headache. When I walked into this beautiful candle shop today, my first question was are they environment friendly and they told me the ingredients and I thought yes, finally! I did not have time to make my own candle today so I bought what was on the shelves. I got mint leaf, windows down, and Bora Bora. I have Windows down burning right now in my enclosed patio and it smells like evening air! The Bora Bora, which smells like coastal tropical orange is burning in my dining room and smells so so good. I am so impressed with the scent these candles give, and how real and pure they smell. I can't wait to go back into this candle shop and mix my own.

The service, selection, and options were all so great! I loved the atmosphere. Fun, would do it…read moreagain!