Everything in this store is a stamper's delight!! I only wish I still lived in Cali and could…read morephysically visit (and shop!) again

Awesome stamp store! Don't miss it. So many stamp lines to choose from. It's one of a kind.read more

What a nice card and paper shop and gifts here So adorable…read morethings I almost went nuts here I love a great stationary shop, so roomy inside not over priced but great paper cards an gift for weddings Birthday Baby beach hats and swim suits adorable Beautiful baby stuffy's & small ones gifts too We love this store With such elegant stationary

I was in La Jolla at the beginning of the month for a Wedding that my daughter was planning. I, of…read morecourse, searched Yelp for stationery stores to browse (even though I gave up purchasing stationery during lent) What a fabulous little stationery shop! They have so many cute items for gift giving... so keep that in mind when you need a traditional gift shop to explore. I was on my Stationery Store finding activity (per usual) back in early March, and I happened upon this spot. Great selection of greeting cards and pens. The artist E. Francis merchandise, lots of cute Culinary items, and things for babies, etc. Staff was so friendly and helpful we spoke of many Stationery events and I promised to return during the San Diego Bookstore Crawl. Respectfully Reviewed.

This was my second time in San Diego, and my second time checking out this store. I love it so…read moremuch! It is quaint, but stocked with so many great things! They have a terrific paper selection, plus pens, wax and wax seals, Rifle products, watercolor paper and paint, and so much more. The staff has always been helpful and friendly. It's a charming place that paper and pen nerds (like me) won't want to miss! I'm sad that I didn't take any pictures (especially of their front window, which is always so cute!).

I'm all about supporting local businesses and this is a gorgeous little store, beautifully curated…read morethat you can spend hours just browsing around, shop, enjoy and admire every little item. I walked into the store in hope of buying birthday presents for my female staff, as I was browsing every corner I got to the stuff on the back of one of tables, a young female staff approached in an awkward way from the other side with a disturbing load tone "can I help you with something", i was like, what?!!! Perhaps she assumed I intended to steal something from them which is very sad and frankly pathetic. Considering at that point, I hadn't even touched ANYTHING yet! When you have such a store packed with tiny cute items you should expect people browsing around and admiring what you have, instead by harassing them and trying to make them uncomfortable you are just going to go out of business very fast. I ended up walking out of that store in less than two minutes not buying anything.

This little shop is so cool. Everyone is super knowledgeable and friendly. They have a variety of…read moreyarns to choose from downstairs. I took a 3 hour beginners crochet class with 7 other people last weekend for $60. We covered three basic stitches, how to start the yard, the differences in needles, etc. I feel like it was well worth my money and I can't wait to start my new hobby. Highly recommend!

Came here during a visit to SD to pick up some souvenir yarn! This shop was nearby my hotel and…read moreconveniently located at Liberty Station with plenty of free parking nearby! They have a bunch of yarns, predominantly wool and other natural fibers (cotton, linen, silk, mohair) though greatly limited to the smaller weighted yarns. I didn't look too much into knitting/crochet accessories carried as I was on the hunt for a beautiful fingering weight wool. Service was very polite and they offer the option to have your purchased yarn balled for you! I don't enjoy balling yarn myself and prefer the actual knitting process so this was an immediate yes for me!

I love bringing my ceramics to Shape Theory Studio for firing. The studio is always clean and well…read moreorganized, and owners are incredibly responsive, friendly and very helpful every time I've had a question. Great prices, complete set of tools, and an overall amazing neighborhood studio. Highly recommend

We signed up for the BYOB Friday Night ceramics class and had the absolute pleasure of learning…read morefrom Melissa--who made the whole experience even better. The class was the perfect mix of fun, creativity, and calm. Whether you've touched clay before or not, Melissa made us feel at ease and totally capable. She gave just the right amount of guidance without hovering, letting us explore and enjoy the process. The space itself is welcoming and unpretentious, with good energy and a cozy vibe that made it easy to relax. Having the option to bring our own drinks didn't hurt either--made it feel like a laid back date night. Highly recommend if you're looking for something new and creative to do in San Diego We'll definitely be back!

I've visited Yarn and Thread Expressions three times now and every visit has been genuinely…read morewonderful. The shop isn't open every day, and while part of me wishes it were, it actually makes catching it open feel like a treat. It turns a simple supply run into something I look forward to. My first visit was just to browse. I picked up a few skeins from the discontinued/orphan bin and some fun extras for a crocheter friend. The selection immediately stood out -- this isn't big-box store yarn. The fibers are higher quality and much more enjoyable to work with. On my second visit I purchased a beautiful wool/alpaca blend hank for fingerless gloves. Carol balled the yarn for me and then taught me how to split it into two equal balls for my project. The concept honestly confused me at first, but she explained that you divide by weight rather than yardage -- and suddenly it clicked. One of those "aha" moments you remember later. Shortly after, I returned for two more hanks of the same yarn. Carol again walked me through using the swift and ball winder. I even sat at the big studio table ripping out a glove... twice... while she patiently taught two young students to crochet. Watching her explain foundation chains and rows made it clear she isn't just a shop owner -- she's a gifted teacher. Most recently, I brought in gloves I was struggling to finish. She patiently explained the construction in a way my brain could actually process and showed me an alternate method that achieved the same result but was much easier to understand. That kind of support is priceless. Carol consistently shows kindness, patience, and deep knowledge of fiber arts. The shop also carries a huge variety of patterns for knitters and crocheters at every skill level. Parking can feel confusing the first time, but it's easy once you know: there's a lot behind the building -- enter via the driveway to the left of the neighboring house -- plus plenty of street parking. As long as the shop is open, I'll keep coming back. This place feels less like a store and more like a fiber community.

I had not been to this shop before and I am really glad I went there. A lovely collection of yarns,…read morereasonably priced, and good value. The best part was the proprietor. If she hadn't helped me, I would never have been able to figure out how much yarn I needed for my projects! It will be my go-to from now on, as I live close by.

This tiny store is packed with all kinds of stationary you can think of. From Weddings to birthday…read moreparties - you are sure to find the perfect card for your event. My fiancé and I came here to get inspiration for our wedding invitations. We're so glad we did! The owner was so friendly and answered all of our questions. There is a large variety of samples to choose from. Majority of their work is hung on the walls. If you're planning a wedding and need suggestions for your invites, I highly recommend coming here!

I wanted custom birthday card for my brother a gentleman who has everything. My timeline was short,…read moreand I presented a letter that I wanted to printed to be put into a beautiful custom card. I had written a birthday note in my own sentiments,and taken it to Stacey Himmel stationary. The whole staff was phenomenal. They managed to get the most perfect card done for me in a quick time frame. It was stunning perfect for the man who had everything. I can't thank the staff enough each and every one whom I interfaced with were so kind and talented. I also loved the beautiful cards they had for sale many other goodies and gift items that were on the shelves. The magnificent napkins and guest towels! Fabulous ideas for other gifts which I will come back for at another time. Thank you very much. Everyone you made my brothers birthday memorable he's 84 and has everything as I stated so this is so perfect to do for someone who you can't figure out a gift for‼ I highly recommend their store it's a treasure ......Thank you all Marsha

Perfect for a date night! We bought muddy time which includes 2 balls of clay, 1 hour at the wheel…read moreand 1 item to be fired for $30. You pick a color and staff will glaze them for you. They can accommodate 8 people at a time. Could have used a little more instruction (but I did watch you tube videos before hand which was helpful) if you want to go it all on your own. The friendly staff will help you make it look like what you want if you don't mind assistance. The studio dog Buttercup is super sweet and friendly. I'm glad we got to support a local community business.

LOVE LOVE LOVE ceramic heights. Cute studio near SDSU. I signed up for 3hrs studio time, and…read moreabsolutely fell in love with this place. Thank you sooooooo much Amanda for making such a lovely space to create. A coworker suggested I go here and I'm so glad I did!