Amazing store for the experience but a bit overpriced. Customer service was great and they had…read morecustomer parking but next to their competitors I prefer Blick... or even Michaels honestly.

I visited Plaza Art for the first time yesterday. So glad I wandered in. My grandchildren love art…read more and craft projects and now I know just where to go to get them stuff. So much to choose from and a lovely, helpful staff.

HOT TIP: Make a reservation online on their website, so you have a spot and are able to plan ahead…read more They do book up fast. I was going to be in the area visiting a friend. We were doing a little theme visit, arts and crafts. Earlier we made candles and then we headed to our afternoon reservation to make paint pottery at All Fired Up. Once we arrived we were instructed to pick out our piece we desired. We were seated at the front window, just the two if us. It was nice to sit with each other without others around. I chose two pieces, a topper for $13 and a strawberry container for I think $27. I felt the pricing was extremely reasonable especially since you used their glaze, they fire it, and they set up and clean up for you. They also offer a military discount, which handled around the cost of the tax. The staff were great. They were always making sure we were ok, without being to over the top. They kept things moving. . They do offer "private" parties and birthday parties. The set up was pretty nice, and quaint. There was a large table set in the back. While I was there there was two parties. Each party brought a cake and snacks. There are aprons available and an abundant selection of supplies available. It looks like they also do arts with glass. Parking can be tricky. So I suggest to leave time to navigate that, so you are not late for your appointment. We found street parking a few streets over. But, there was slot a lot where you paid.

Had the pleasure of hosting a work event here for a group of eight to ten. Booking online was very…read moreeasy, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. We were instructed to pick out any item we wanted, and they even had simpler options for those of us who aren't as artistic. Once we made our selections, we were able to grab our colors and brushes and start painting. The two-hour time limit was very reasonable, and the staff did a great job checking in and reminding us of our time. After finishing, we wrote our names on the bottom, and the staff took care of the rest. They glaze your finished piece, and you can return in about a week to pick it up. The space is small and simple, but it's a great choice for anyone looking for a fun activity or planning a group event. I also found the prices to be very reasonable.

Staff were friendly and they'll even special wrap presents for you! I found all of the birthday…read moreparty decor and serving plates that I was looking for, including gift bags and wrapping paper. They also had ample gift ideas from books, games, and other odds and ends that make people happy. A great spot to find the perfect small gift to brighten someone's day.

Simple card shop with a good selection of cards ranging from funny, to cute, to sweet, to artsy…read more This is what I remember papyrus being in the past. You can always come in and leave with something that makes you happy. Staff are friendly and happy to help. The things are bit more expensive than you wish, but that's sort of the nature of a shop like this.

I had my first outing alone with my toddler, attempting to do some pottery painting. I was super…read morenervous not having my husband or anyone with me. We had such a fun time and everyone was so nice and gracious of my busy toddler. The woman working was so beyond amazing. She saw I had my hands full and offered to help us with the stencils and hand painting! She was so amazing with my little guy and so patient with us- I know we were chaotic and crazy. She was just so wonderful and kind to us even helping us while handling & answering the front desk phone. Things like this really mean a lot to us. Definately recommend & will be going back!

My husband and I had a wonderful experience here on Valentine's Day! We signed up for the nighttime…read morecandlelight pottery experience and were blown away with how special they made the evening. Our pottery was ready to pickup 14 days later and pickup took less than a minute (they also send you a picture of your completed pottery when they say it's ready for pick up!). Parking is super easy and cheap (lot nearby using the Park Mobile app) and they had lots of pottery options to choose from to paint. Definitely will be going back!

I've recently gotten into needlepoint and I'm glad there are a few stores nearby to check out. I…read morechecked this location on a Saturday and the staff was super friendly and knowledgeable. I also picked up some canvas to add to my project bag. This store is definitely at the top of my list and I plan to visit again when I finish the canvases I just got.

Regrettably, The current surge in needlepoint popularity,…read morehas further given this shop owner the opportunity to be even more condescending and rude. Arrogant and aloof! Very dismissive to long-standing customers. I was told finishing was done upstairs...However, it is sent out. Don't bring in a canvas at the beginning of the month. They only ship them to the finisher at the end of the month. Hence a longer wait time, justified by the abundance of business.

Really easy to walk in and order a set of balloons for a birthday party. The woman behind the…read morecounter was extremely helpful and actually picked out most of the balloon bouquet. They really have everything you need and in a convenient parking lot so it's easy to get in and out.

Eclectic variety store several notches above the chaos of dollar stores, that's managed somehow to…read moresurvive into the current decade. Great selection which is impressive give the breadth of what they try to cover, from home goods and sundries, to party supplies (including helium balloons), to gifts, to costumes around Halloween, and yard and garden supplies (for heavy duty items, hit up the Strosnider's a few stores up).

I had to check my calendar and make sure it was still the beginning of July? Why, you may ask?…read moreBecause Michael's has fast forwarded to October and the store is filled with Halloween decorations. That is one of my favorite holidays and I was putty in their hands. I went in to buy balloons for my grandchildren. But, a Halloween dancing dog found its way into my basket. Service was great and I was checked out in a jiffy. The balloon prices were excellent. I may have paid a little more for my dancing dog. But, it was worth it.

While it's still summer, all their summer stuff is gone. I was hoping to find some water toys for…read moremy nephew, but no instead even though it's still August Halloween was everywhere! Lots and lots. I'm not ready, but since Party City is no more, I will have to make a return visit.

I never met a Michaels I didn't like. This location feels odd, for a craft store but it works. With…read moreFriendship Heights metro just around the corner, there are lots of convenient businesses nearby (TJ Maxx, At & t, Maggiano's). If you sign up for the free rewards, you can get bonus coupons ($5 off $5, & other discounts). The inventory is typical Michaels. There is free street parking if you don't mind searching & metered parking.

The entrance is on Jennifer Street NW and a bit tucked away. The store is wholly underground. It is…read moresurprisingly bigger than expected, with a vast assortment of home decor and seasonal items. I parked across the street in an underground garage across Wisconsin Avenue for only $6.50 for all-day parking. You can try your luck with street parking. They had a ton of Christmas clearance at 70% off. I bought a bunch of DIY paint canvases at $3 each--what a deal! They have several self-checkout registers and attendants to assist you.

What a gem of a store! They have such a variety of unique, thoughtful and lovely gifts that are…read morebeautifully displayed! The sales people are lovely as well, making it a pleasure to shop at Red Orchard.

Red Orchard is my go to place when looking for interesting and unique gifts. It has always been a…read morewonderful experience.

The 56th Annual Danish Christmas Bazaar was predictive and good showing, as usual. Volunteers…read moreworked hard to keep 56-year-old tradition while Danish ambassador greeted everybody at the beginning. Food was traditional and made fresh. Perfectly salty salmon was melting in the mouth. My son said that fried fish was "even better than Irish." I also had shrimp salad and Danish meatballs that were equally satisfying. Ebleskiver - Danish doughnut was great with a bit strawberry jam. According to Eurostat, in Denmark there are 215 pigs per every 100 residents. This means that there are twice as many pigs as people. Great tradition in quality pork shows off as all meat was very tasty. Unfortunately, the beer was nixed few years ago, but there are plenty (food and Christmas decorations) to spend money on. This was my second visit and will not be the last. I wish there was some Danish music or dance in the national costumes. I was happy to support Danish diaspora in our region.

Christmas (Jul said like "Yule") is the biggest holiday in Danish culture (if you are the type of…read moreperson who likes a 24-hour party involving lots of beer -- try to get invited to a Christmas "lunch" in Denmark... but, I digress...). And this bazaar is the ONE chance every year for outsiders to join the Danes (in the greater Washington area) in a little Christmas cheer. It's in the basement... There are baked goods (you know, Danish), open-faced sandwiches, Danish beer (Tuborg) on tap, candles, Christmas decorations, wreathes, candy, delicacies (liver pate) and a raffle. Their are drawbacks to this bazaar: the traffic situation is aggravating (although there are Catholic Danes, it's strange to me that this bazaar is not at a Lutheran church). Also, much of the food is sold out by 1 p.m. (halfway through the bazaar) and to get really picky, the ketchup and mustard are not Danish brands (as I've said, don't get me started on Danish hotdogs!). Then, there are the prices. Four sandwiches cost over $20 and the Danish Danish (Kringle) was $12! Sure it's a lot of food and it would be pricey in Denmark... so, I take it back, that part of the experience is very much like Denmark... But, the signature dishes like the meatballs and the liver paste were a little weak. But, as the Danes would tell me, I'll stop kvetching now (to kvetch=at brokke sig), and say, "Merry Christmas!" (God Jul!)