Such an amazing experience every single time with Ceramic Cafe. ALL of the staff are incredibly…read morefriendly, knowledgeable and provide great support. They go above and beyond to make our ceramics projects every year beautiful keepsakes. This place is a hidden gem in Overland Park.

Usually I don't update reviews just one year later but I have to give the gals running the kid's…read morebirthday party I attended this past weekend a shout out as they did SUCH a good job. My biggest issue with the last time I came here a year ago (also for a kid's party) was that the person working the party in general did not seem like they liked children at all, and was not kind or helpful. This time, however, things could not have been more different. The woman working was so great with the girls, spoke to them at their level, helped them when they needed it, and was honestly a joy to have lead the class. Totally changed my perception of what a birthday party here can be like, and made me more excited to come back someday. I keep eyeing those ceramic trees you can do there so I'm sure I'll be back at some point!

I've been to Creative Culture twice now, and loved it both times!…read more The staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and answer questions clearly so there's no confusion about what to do or where to go. They also keep the space clean and organized, which is no easy feat given the nature of the business! The selection of crafts, while a bit pricey, is excellent. I've found that if it's in budget (you can find info on pricing on their website), you can find something fun for just about anyone. And regarding the price points, to me it does make sense given the cost of materials and labor involved. Whenever I go, I always leave room in my budget to add the suggested tip for the employees since they do such a great job and deserve to be paid well for it. Their specialty shakes are also AMAZING! Seriously, the price point they're at makes sense considering all of the extra goodies that are piled on top of the shake itself, and they're delicious! Just be sure to grab a napkin or two if you order one since it can get a bit messy. My one complaint, if I can even call it that, is that when it's especially busy it can be a bit cramped trying to walk around between the tables. That said, it's not bad enough for me to dock them a star since they use and manage their space well, and when I've been there people were generally conscientious of their surroundings which in turn reduced potential problems. All in all, Creative Culture is a bit pricey but very fun and well run! I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a unique place to go for a celebration, special occasion, or even just because. I can't wait to go again someday!

Came here with my girlfriend for a date, and it was a ton of fun! The employees were so nice and…read morehelpful to explain how everything worked, and were very attentive. When you first come in, you can look around and decide which craft you want to do, and then check out at the desk to pay and order your shakes. Then you seat yourself and can get started on your craft. we were there for like 3 hours, and no one tried to rush us. There was a 2-3 week wait for our clay painting pieces to get finished to pick up, but that's reasonable. Highly recommend this as a cute date or activity spot! It does get a little busy, and you may be sitting right next to people you don't know. But it didn't feel too cramped or crowded still, and it's perfect for chatting if you're up for it! And to add since this is something I often look up as well. LGBT friendly, we felt safe and comfortable.

Omg !!!! LOVED this bookstore. I live in the Northland so I don't often make it down to the OP area…read morebut stopped in here on a day out and I totally will be back at some point! They had a great selection of books and easy to find your way around with the organization of the books. Walked out with a nice little haul :)

The cutest bookstore I've ever been to! I discovered this shop on instagram years ago and had to…read morestop in on a trip to KC. They have great selection and a wide variety of books, houseplants and novelty items. 10/10!

Brought an empty 32 oz bottle to fill up with bulk Dr. Bronner's pure castille soap. It came out to…read more$21 with tax. When I mentioned that I'd pay $16 for the same amount at any other store, she tried to justify why I would pay the extra cost from bulk with bringing my own bottle. When I mentioned I would not be returning for this, she said she was sorry I felt that way. Very odd way to treat a customer.

Nice shop with good quality of products made around the world by people in economically challenging…read morelocations with a goal to support them in sourcing the products from them at prices to provide a (at least that is the impression I got). The prices were on the middle to upper range for gifts.

Are you kidding me?!? This store is 15 minutes from my house and it's so much fun! There's fabric…read moreand notions and trim and so much more.

I do not even know where to begin! With each visit to KC I find more reasons to throw more money…read moreinto their economy. My ancestors would be so proud I have returned to sewing but they would also question why I waited so long. Wish I would have taken my opportunities to learn from my ancestors. I am always on the lookout for affordable fabric. Especially as I am learning this new hobby. One of my spring break goals was to find options for fabric. Found this glorious option. The staff is helpful. My questions were answered with patience and kindness. It was interesting to watch the interactions with the regulars. There are so many options for fabric. I need to have particular projects in mind for next trip to the shop. Without a project in mind it is easy to want to buy everything that is pretty. Super long review so thanks of you are still reading. I hope to return to the shop this summer a d give them all my money. One more thing - this is not just a place for quilters. They have apparel fabric as well.

This location seems to be my go to out of the ones I've visited. The staff is always nice and…read morefriendly. I stopped in to look for a comforter, pillows and a mattress pad. I didn't find the comforter but know I will soon. This location always seem to have a full stock, which makes it hard to decide.

Excellent variety at reasonable prices. I purchased a beautiful 8x10 rug which looks like a…read more$1,000+ rug! I also purchased a few other items. Their dishes are nice.

Super nice staff here. 2 different people greeted me warmly, and another asked if I needed help. A…read morefourth person at the register was so sweet and gave me a coupon for a month free of a new movie streaming service they have that sounds a lot like Netflix- excited to try it! Even 3 days before Valentine's Day, there were still plenty of cards to choose from, and they were re-stocking more as I was there. I love that they have all different price points. You can spend 99 cents on a card or 10 dollars- or anywhere in between, and the quality is high no matter what. They also have an amazing gift section- candles, jewelry, tea, magnets, puzzles, stuffed animals, shirts, stationery, the most beautiful wrapping paper and bags, Vera Bradley items... You name it they've got it. And the candy and chocolate- such a huge selection! From single serve truffles to Jelly Belly jelly beans to popcorn to high-end chocolates, just to name a few. Love it all. Even though the store is packed with stuff, it doesn't feel messy or crowded. It's very attractively laid out and extremely clean.

Glad it is still here - we are running low on hallmark shops in KC…read more Since the tragic loss of my lovely store in PV, this has now become my Hallmark go-to store. The store is very clean and well organized. Staff is seemingly friendly...the manager is quite attentive and helpful. They don't offer helium filled balloons which is too bad...cards and balloons should come from the same store in my opinion. Really wish this place wasn't so far from home...it is not conveniently located for me but alas, it is the nearest option now that Brookside and PV have lost their Hallmark stores...hope this one isn't next!

This was my first time to this store and my first time learning to needlepoint. A friend who is…read moremore of an expert was there to help us. The staff was super friendly and there were a lot of them! Luckily, we got there at 10:15 before the crowd started to show, so we were able to pick our canvases, threads, and supplies without having to wait in line. By the time we left the line was probably at least 15 deep. This is clearly a growing community and I hope I like it! The store is spacious, well organized, and lots and lots of great product!

Visited KC Needlepoint for the first time tonight to attend one of their beginner classes. It was a…read morewonderful experience. The women teaching us were incredibly knowledgeable. They have a wide range of canvases, threads, and tools. They encouraged us to use their website which has resources, as well as come back in store if we ever have any questions.

I though the entrance to the gallery was very welcoming. It had a good amount of natural light and…read morethe it was kind of working the whole modern warehouse look - which has its appeal. I found The Prairiebrooke to be well designed to house art in its open, airy natural setting with an interesting metallic-y silver and bronze floor and recessed lighting. I think the venue actually made some of the art look more appealing to me. The guy working the room asked me if I needed anything, which I did not. I told him I was just in there to look. He told me to grab some complimentary cookies before heading back to work on framing. PG not only sells the work of artists, but they also specialize in custom framing and design display. I peaked into their workshop where they do the framing and it's more like a garage. They do some serious work back there; I think I even saw a flicker from a blowtorch. My thinking is, if a gallery spends that much of its space working to make your purchased painting framed so well, it's a two in one masterpiece. You don't have to buy a painting at location A and then drag it to location B for framing - it's just handy. I'm not sure about the presentation of the art in the back. I found a really cool Picasso-like painting shabbily hung in the coffee break room next to the fridge - huh? It was strange. Why did they need six offices anyways - it just took away the space needed in the main gallery room so that they were forced to hang paintings in poor places - like the break room where few customers wander anyways. If I were the artist, that would be unacceptable marketing on their part - I mean honestly, who would do that? I liked the main gallery though. The brick walls were fitting to the scheme of the design and the leather seating area was a nice touch. I really like how the guy trusted me enough to be alone in his space. Keep in mind, I had spent the last two hours being followed around by skeptical older women who thought I was trying to steal - so it was a relief to be able to relax in here without feeling like someone was breathing down your neck. And it was with the freedom that I broke the cardinal rule of gallery attendance: I took photos - gasp!

Contemporary Art in middle of suburbia Kansas. Hey, it works! In all seriousness, PB Galleries is…read morean alright spot to see some great pieces by national artists. Now here's where it gets dicey. I'm at odds about the feelings I got from the place though. Pretty awkward and certainly had a tinge of "frame shop" as another reviewer so cleverly pointed out. I never felt I was in a gallery really. It was more like a place that housed art for framing. Here I was getting a "sales pitch" on the place having great, national artists without ever talking about any of the artists or maybe even the work itself. The owner of the gallery came over and we chatted. The "forced and faked" convo ensued and I was left with the heebie-jeebies. I enjoyed some of the art in the shop, just not the shop. What to do? Why look those artists up online perhaps for a purchase, of course. God Bless cyberspace, ebay, and the "shopping cart" checkout system.

Spent so much time with me to get supplies, I had no idea…read more Thank you for the special treatment!

This place is just amazing! The selection, the people who work there! When I'm home visiting family…read morein Kansas City, it's a must visit if it's open.