I'm a huge crafter so I'm constantly going to Michael's or other stores. I've never had a problem…read morewith Michael's other than their yarn sales aren't the best. Every since they took over Joann's yarn I've been trying to come in more to get some of my old favorites but it's hard to justify when it's double the price if was at Joann's. Their craft paper something is on a good sale but other than that I rather take my business for yarn to other craft stores. Even local yarn shops have better quality yarn for similar prices.

Really good customer service from the custom framing department. The lady that helped me was…read moreprofessional and helpful. She seemed to care a lot in her selections of frames and mats. The price tag is quite high starting at $230+ and the turn around time is rather long, 2.5 weeks minimum. You do have to pay in full before placing the order. I haven't received the final product yet, but the service has been so far so good. Highly recommend.

Anna was an amazing teacher! We took a "try it" pottery class. Talk about patience, she was so…read morethorough but with very clear with easy instructions. I'm leaving with a piece that I was hoping to make!

Very patient and caring teachers , had a wonderful time for our first time and made lovely pieces !read more

This location is huge and has just about everything you could want for crafts, décor, or DIY…read moreprojects. The selection is amazing, with tons of brands, colors, and styles to choose from, whether you're looking for fabric, paints, or seasonal decorations. I especially love browsing the beading and cording section since there are so many colors and styles to work with for different projects. Prices are great, especially with their regular sales, so it always feels like you're getting a good deal. Between the size of the store and the range of options, this is one of my favorite places to stock up on supplies and get inspired for new projects.

I love hobby lobby but it's crazy how every time I come there's always really long lines and one…read moreperson on a register. I've worked at a hobby lobby before in San Antonio and any time a line got long they quickly brought people to the front and the issue was solved. This one is either severely understaffed or they don't care about their employees. Prices are great as always, but help out your staff please. Especially when it seems like nothing is being restocked or no isles are being rearranged for a new holiday. Still spent so much money. Would get a credit card with them if they had one.

Love this shop though I shop from them when they are at the DFW Fiber Festival . One of these days…read moreI will actually make it to their Austin shop and I imagine it will be even better than the Shop they put together at the Fiber festival.

Truly the BEST yarn shop I've ever been to. Fantastic selection of yarn in an incredibly welcoming…read moreatmosphere. The teachers here are class act and so supportive, talented & encouraging! This is the place for you if you are new and never knit or crocheted before in your life OR if you've been a fiber artist forever. There's something for everyone at Knit ATX. Cannot recommend it highly enough.

The girl with the colored hair in the framing department is one of the rudest people I've ever come…read moreinto contact with. She argued with my husband because he was asking questions about matting. Go anywhere else but here to get your framing needs. Every time I have gone in there she's been there and she has no idea how to be a customer service professional. I was also asking simple questions because there are obviously so many options and we don't know about framing so that's why we're asking someone else to do.

If you want to be stood over the entire time you're checking out then by all means this is your…read morestore. Michaels has lost a good customer. Teach your staff not to hover or racially profile.

Here's the tl;dr version:…read more -- Cool local art for purchase -- Supplies for urban artists (or amateurs who are headed over to the Hope Gallery) -- Unique souvenirs for Austin visitors -- #ATXFreeArtFriday Co-founded by a UTexas alumna Molly Maroney and another local artist known as Mouf in 2013, SprATX is a street art startup artist collective, gallery, & supply store, with this brick & mortar location opening in January 2014. Inside, you'll find spray paint, paint markers, stickers, prints, and cool urban apparel for purchase, all of which features the work of our local Austin street artists and often has a motivational, "Keep Austin Weird," or "Austin Pride" kind of message. Chances are that if you have noticed any impressive new mural or live street art event around town (such as at the X Games, ACL Fest, SXSW, FunFunFun Fest, East Austin Studio Tour, or the Long Center lawn) over the past 4 years, SprATX was involved. Their artists have also done work for most of the Alamo Drafthouse locations and numerous corporate clients around the city. As if that weren't cool enough, SprATX is also the creator of #ATXFreeArtFriday https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/atxfreeartfriday/, a weekly art scavenger hunt in which artists of all levels (from hobbiests to professionals) hide their work (stickers, canvases, screenprints, sculptures, textiles, anything goes) throughout the city. The artist posts clues on Instagram and waits for a lucky treasure hunter to find the stash. The finders post their "I found it!" reactions online, tag the artist and #ATXFreeArtFriday, and the cycle continues. Follow @atxfaf_official and the hashtag on Instagram if you want to join the game. The diverse 30+ member collective includes amazing local street scene artists like ZUZU, Roshi K, G52, Truth, Lucas Aoki, and Drib, whose works you've likely viewed all over town. The collective also serves as an incubator for talent around the country through their Artist Exchange Program, which pairs artists from Austin and other cities to co-create murals which are then created and revealed in the partner artist's city. I just love supporting a local business that fosters community involvement and puts beauty into the world. Closed on Wednesdays; otherwise open 12:30-7:30p daily.

One of my favorite spots in Austin. Housing the art of some of the city's very best. A collective…read moreof awesome and inspirational individuals. Stop by and check out the gallery, grab a print, original piece, some stickers or gear! They even have art supplies like markers and cans !!

Being a woodworker all my life, I've always needed rags. Any worn out cotton base fabric is thrown…read morein the rag bag. I've collected a vast array of rags. Over the years, when I needed a rags, I would grab one. When I would pull out one of my kids old T-shirts, I' d go Aww, I remember this one, put it back, and grab the briefs with the stretched out waste band, and trash that. Last summer a friend ask me to help him screen in his girlfriends rear patio. I begrudgingly said sure. Damn, it was hot last summer. I knew she was a librarian. But, it turns out that she has a Quilting business with her 3 other sisters. So, this led to that ,and that to this, and they made quilts for my 2 sons. They took these old worn out T-shirts and made them look amazing. They back them, so the shirts were sturdy. I gave them whole artistic license and the quilts turned out great. They even sewed in little pockets My kids got the makings of family heirlooms for Christmas this year. I wasn't sure if they would appreciate them, but they did. Everyone who as seen them commit how beautiful they are and how well they're made. Plus, the people I've told about it, thinks I'm sensitive. And, we know how the ladies love sensitive.

Super work, very helpful and accomodating. The product was perfect!…read more After my husband passed away his only sister asked for just a few of his t-shirts because he had interesting t-shirts that told about all the things he did. Christmas was coming soon and I thought what a wonderful gift to give her family - a quilt that had t-shirts about all of his activities. Wrapping in the quilt would be like getting a hug from him. I contacted Four Sisters Quilting and even though it was pushing them to be done by Christmas, they understood the importance and took the job. The fabric they chose for the backing and edging coordinated perfectly, the shirts were backed to keep shape, the layout was organized to best suit the various colors, the quilting was great. It all came together so perfectly!

I've hit up this market every time I've been in town and always find something great. Whether it's…read morehandmade jewelry, a cool art t-shirt or amazing drawings ... there's always something interesting here. Need a great gift and want to feel good about supporting local ... this is your spot!

I will state that I am an artisan here, but don't shoot cuz no one actually "owns" this place…read more.. it's a real Austin-thang. Gibson St. is one of two artisan-ONLY markets in the entire city: if it was made in China, then the artist is also Chinese. Great food, great people, great craftsmanship and selection. Better pricing than a department store, especially when you consider you're getting a ONE OF KIND creation, and most artists will customize on the spot for you at no added charge, if they can (depends on their art; some just can't)... Get THAT kind of service at Walmart! I am proud of the people I work with: all do great handmade and Austin-only goods! Fantastic tourist hit-it; you'll get nothing more authentically Austin than here. I've been in four other city markets, and this one has the best selection, artists, food, pricing, everything! See for yourself: that's free.

I haven't been to hobby lobby in a while but the local craft store I wanted to go to was closed on…read moreSunday. I was pleasantly surprised to find such fun stationary and paper. Looks like they were also have a clearance sale too! Customer service was friendly but a bit slow as they were short staffed.

We came here over the weekend for a flower vase and they were in stock. The store was easy to…read morelocate. And they had a lot of stuff inside as well. Patti was very friendly at checkout. Prices were reasonable too. Overall, it was a successful trip. We would come here again.

Came home to these gorgeous succulents at my front entrance, perfectly fitted on my tree stump…read more What a delightful surprise, so understatedly cheerful. Always appreciate live plants as they extend the sentiment and a lovely addition to my garden.

I love my beautiful succulents that I purchased from Rooted Treasures. The succulents are so…read morespecial and creatively crafted, plus they last a really long time because they're so easy to take care of. I met Jennifer at a farmers/artisan market and was so impressed with all of her beautiful succulents that I purchased several. I also really like the fact that she offers workshops where you can gather your girlfriends, she will supply all the materials you need to make your own special succulent. It's a perfect idea for a shower or holiday party. They also make great gifts for hostesses or teachers.