Added photos after pickup! Love the mug and platter; they came out great. They did a great job with…read morefinishing. It is nice and glossy and it effectively removed that creepy unfinished clay like chalkboard feeling. They said it is dishwasher, microwave, and oven safe so excited to get it in rotation! They have a pretty quick turnaround time (3-5 days) and are very generous with their hold times. I embarrassingly will admit it took me a few months to get back to pick them up, and thankfully they still had them waiting in the back. Also, the garage DOES go through to the back of the building where The Painting Place is - so the directions are correct. It was much easier to get there this time when I realized it was a pull-through garage under the building lol.... I will definitely keep The Painting Place on my list for pottery crafts in the future!!

Staff here is very welcoming and friendly. Explained the process thoroughly…read more The setup is very similar to other pottery painting places I've been to. They even had pre-made paint palettes as an option. They also have some pottery pieces and things you can paint and take home the same day, but you can't eat from those items as they don't go thru the kiln. There wasn't a ton of variety in the pottery pieces to choose from, and the prices were a bit high compared to what I've seen in the past. We enjoyed our time. There were only two other parties there so it was very quiet and peaceful. Tip: if you use GPS for directions, it'll point you to the building across from theirs. They're right across from the Russian School. Their sign is a bit hidden. They do have a free parking lot.

Very friendly staff. Lots of selection. A bit pricey. Seems like that. Is the general rule for…read moreneedlepoint these days.

I purchased a small needlepoint ornament kit at this shop in April 2023 to be given as a gift for a…read morebaby's first Christmas. The helpful & friendly staff told me the deadline for Christmas projects needing to be sent out to the shop's finisher for stuffing & cording was August. I brought the project to the shop in May 2023 for finishing-- three months before their August deadline. They accepted my deposit & assured me it would be completed well before Christmas 2023. Beginning in October, I called & emailed the shop regularly to inquire about the ornament. Several times I had to send multiple emails before they responded. When they did, they told me they were "still waiting for the finisher." I reminded them it was intended to be a Christmas gift, yet they never displayed any sense of urgency. They indicated they had no way of tracking the project or knowing when it might be finished, only that they "hoped it would be soon" as if it was not their problem or concern. Christmas 2023 came and went, yet still no ornament. It did not arrive back at the shop until mid-January 2024--nearly eight months after I brought it to them for finishing. Although they discounted the finishing price by 10%, no one from the shop ever apologized that the ornament was not completed until long after the promised timeframe. A terribly disappointing service experience.

It's just the best place for fountain pens, paper, ink, gifts! Local owner. Great items for…read morereasonable prices. Love it!

The staff are amazing, and very responsive. The selection at the store is fantastic, very diverse…read more They have some very high-quality items and some very affordable items. I placed an order during the Hobonichi event. I made a mistake in my order and during the event I sent an email to the store. They responded incredibly quickly and fixed the problem with no issues.

A group of friends and I recently took one of the beginner classes and it was so much fun! Our…read moreartist instructors were very encouraging, patient, and personable. The class was very well organized with easy to follow instruction. We will definitely be going back for another class.

This is an awesome Artist run glass studio specializing in classes that teach flame working . I…read morehave done various projects with them for a long time and they have hit it out of the park every time. A very friendly and welcoming studio that is also very well run. Highly recommended!

I was disappointed with the service at this store. A lady working there told us, "this place is for…read moreskinny people," and then laughed. The comment made me feel awkward and uncomfortable, so we decided to leave. I think customers should be treated with respect regardless of their size or appearance. Overall, the items in the store were okay, but the experience with the staff really affected our visit.

I guess for the past decade I've walked by this shop without even a second thought. On this…read moreparticular day (while we were waiting in line for Lizzie's) my little one saw frogs and pigs (handcrafted decorations) outside of the store so we decided to go in- we are so glad that we did. Taylor is simply wonderful and she welcomed us into the store. My son said that it was like a dream for him as he was met with a ton of frog trinkets and cool items that peaked his interest. The price was more than reasonable and the selection is phenomenal! Taylor was so sweet and allowed us to be there a little bit later bc my son was so fascinated with their frog selections, so we ended up with a very original card ( I do not think you can get this on other online establishments) and a frog puppet. We appreciate Taylor and the selected rarer items in this store- we will definitely be back!

Stopped by Michael's to pick up some metal weaving supplies after getting a lesson at a YES event…read more The store was a bit disorganized - lots of stuff around, messy, and not very many staff to help out. I was directed to the proper aisle and found a few things. I was hoping they had a book for jewelry making but couldn't find one. I decided to use self checkout cause the people at the front were getting balloon orders ready. Be sure to look online for the coupons!

Staff here is great. They are so helpful and friendly. Shop her allot recently it's in my…read moreneighborhood. I definitely recommend this store . Big selection if not in stock you can have it sent to the store . The staff is knowledgeable and will help you with this .

Very good selection of quilting cottons although not the cutest stuff and some limitations on…read morecolors. For example, there may be a really cute pattern in blue and green but you won't find the same pattern in any other colors. I find I can't source the majority of a quilt here. I do like that I can see solid colors in person, this is really helpful. Price per yard on all quilting fabrics is excellent. Ability to find novelty fabrics is good. Overall I find I don't do as well here as I used to do when they were in Framingham. Quilting tool selection is also limited.

Great selection of fabric with knowledgeable staff. If you…read moreneed a seamstress, they have a woman who works there, she does amazing work. Ask for Karen Clancy she is gifted with skills

This little store hidden in an office park is a secret gem! I love places like this. It…read moretransported me to my childhood and how I started getting into crochet and knitting as a kid! They have an extensive selection of yarns of various types, as well as flosses, the biggest collection of buttons I have ever seen, etc. There is a big table in the store where you can sit and knit with others. They also have tons of books so you can find patterns and inspirations. I was immediately helped by a lady named Andy who asked me lots of extensive questions to help me figure out what I wanted and showed me everything the store had. I will definitely be back, and will tell my friends, maybe to hang out! What a fun place!

This is the best it can be! Elissa is one of th kindest most giving people I've ever met and she…read moreknows everything about knitting, needlepoint and weaving. She is creative, able to create custom patterns and will guide you through whatever project you are taking on. Elaine B

Gifts at Peppermint Place is absolutely adorable and supports a great cause!!…read more I stopped in on a whim trying to waste time before an appointment. They had really cool glass pieces hanging in the store front and I was looking for a gift for my super artsy bridesmaid. They sell local art, jewelery, crafts, knick-knacks and furniture - some even made by residents of Beaverbrook (a non-profit program for adults with disabilities). In fact, the store itself is a training module for its residents with developmental disabilities,helping them transition into the workplace with some confidence and skills. Everything is unique and I would highly recommended bringing your business there. Why not get some totally awesome art and do something good while you're at it?!

They have a lot of different things and at good prices. Last year I went in right before Christmas…read moreto do a little gift shopping and I managed to find some cute things to give as presents and a little something for myself. If you like stores like 10000 villages, you should check this place out.

Service at this location is poor at its best. Employees act like you are an inconvenience and…read morecouldn't be bothered to be nice or helpful

I was there October 31, a women was greeted as she walked in then I walked in after her nothing was…read moresaid to me, the store wasn't busy at all employees didn't help me. I went up to the counter and was going to purchase, I said to the employee that I wasn't greeted or help in any way she said, didn't see me I am the only one in the store now how can you not see me! I told the employee that I could be a mystery shopper for the company you never know. I will be calling the DM this week.