love Ruff House. I stop in there when I'm downtown to buy cards. the staff have always been very…read morenice and helpful

I do like their selection of greeting cards, wrapping paper and so much more. Great small gift…read moreideas and stocking stuffers. Prices are in the middle and people who complain about a candle being $28-3, well, you can simply not buy it. The candles are more than likely either locally made or you are in fact, supporting a non-corporate spot so you will pay a bit ore for several things. Sure, you can take your butt to Target and buy a birthday card for $3.99 or you can come here and spend $6 for a REALLY awesome and unique card. I guess it's all about perspective. The staff is simply okay here. Never a warm feeling like other stores on Mass but I do stop in about once a month.

The store front is very impressive. But, I was not at all impressed with my interaction with the…read moreowner. She talked down to and was rude to both her employees and myself (the customer). I recommend going elsewhere for your ceramic supply needs if possible.

They have a wide selection of clay, glazes, and tools. The staff is always very friendly and…read moreknowledgeable.

As far as I'm concerned, the only craft store in town. Much cleaner and much more selection than…read moreits competitor. Definitely a place to go if you need pretty much anything. That said, art supplies are never cheap. You can find sales here all the time, but art supplies are always going to cost you. Still, very good.

I love this Craft store. Friendly staff who are always willing to help you find something you're…read morelooking for. And as a bonus their bathroom are SUPER clean!!!!

Weaver's is like something out of the Mad Men era when department stores in cities were THE place…read moreto shop. I love the nostalgia factor of this gigantic, three story department store parked right in the middle of downtown Lawrence. My most recent trip was to scout out tux rentals and they could not have been more helpful. They were priced better than others I'd met with, and were friendly and on the ball. Definitely looking forward to sending the groomsmen here later on this year. I then spent some time shopping afterwards and they have some very cool things, albeit some of them are pretty high end. They have customized Jayhawk/Southern Tide shirts, well crafted dress shirts & polos, and some awesome KC Royals belts filling the guys section. The ladies would love this store the most though as it spans multiple floors of various options. They don't make many like this anymore, but I'm glad Weaver's is still going strong!

Service is great as they always professionally approach a customer and allows them to browse if…read morethat is what they want or give immediate help if that is what the customer wants. They are almost intuitive. Weaver's has a great selection of quality items in every department. When you don't know where to start looking for something unique, just start at Weaver's and you will be done shopping around! Value and quality are the best.

Gettin' my craft on at this new store. Jo-Ann recently opened in Lawrence. They opened in the space…read morewhere Hancock Fabric had been located for decades. Not sure what happened to Hancock but I hope Jo-Ann intends to stick around for awhile. I have been to the Lawrence store twice. Both times I've been looking for specific items. The first time they didn't have or stock the items I needed but I still had an enjoyable shopping experience. During my second visit, they had the item I wanted and then some. This store is, oddly, arranged much like Hancock Fabric was arranged. The fabric notions are on the left side of the store and in the back of the store. There are rows of craft items displayed very similarly to the former Hancock displays. So it was very easy to navigate the store and find what I needed. Everything is nicely arranged and there were many shelves of sale items which I always appreciate! The lighting on some of the shelving is bright and cheery. I was in the bead section and the items were really illuminated. The clerks were very friendly and personable. I had a coupon on my cell phone but I had left my phone at home. The cashier gave me the discount anyway. I appreciated her help. The clerk on other visit was equally as friendly and helpful. She gave me coupons to use, as well. We talked about her sewing projects and she was very pleasant. Great store, friendly service, reasonable prices. I know I'll be back! I am glad to see them in Lawrence.

I am a quirky creative crafty type of female and I usually like to make my own things and what's…read morereally funny about it is that I don't buy the usual things. I usually piece things together to create something new so Joann's has become the place that I go for my creative crafty items. First off I don't like the location of this place because if you don't live in the area you'll never see it from the main road, however I can easily overcome that because when you walk inside the store is clean. the shelves are always fully stocked and what I love most about them is that they always have a sale on some thing. I have never gone in there and paid full price for anything. I catch a sale every time I shop there. The biggest complaint that I do have with them, is the staff is never at the front of the store to greet customers. If a thief wanted to steal something they could easily do it and go right outside the door as easily as they came in because there's no one there to watch. Now maybe because the store has security cameras the staff have convinced themselves that it doesn't matter if their presence be at the front of the store, But for customers it raises concern to see that you have to actually be standing at the registers ready to check out before someone comes to the front of the store. That is a very scary way to run your business. Other than that concern, I love shopping there. I love being able to find unique and creative patterns and fabrics and items that I can put together to create something entirely my own.

BEST PLACE EVER! This place was highly requested after I needed a cute activity to do with my mom…read morewhen she came down one weekend. They have many different pottery options as well as color options. It was super relaxing and I was able to spend some good quality time with my mom. Would recommend to people of all ages! Will definitely be going back for some more fun!

Took my granddaughter here. Staff was so accommodating and she had a great time. Great place to…read moregather and have fun. Even for young kids

I attend the yearly cross stitch shop hop, and it includes Stitch On Needlework. This is a quilt…read moreshop/collectibles shop/needlework shop, all in one. I like looking at the collections, but I manage to stay away from them. If you want Jayhawk of any kind: material, cross stitch patterns, anything, they have it. But, other than that, they are quite small. The quilt shop area is kind of cool, again, great for people who do quilting, and live in Lawrence. Jayhawk fabric is hard to find elsewhere. I have alot of it in my stash, thanks to this store. As for other cross stitch items, kind of basic supplies I can get in Missouri. But, when I participate in the cross stitch shop hop,I always pick up a Lawrence, KU or Jayhawk pattern or fabric of some kind. It sits on Mass. Street, up the street from the Yarn Barn. There is parking on the street, it is metered. There is plenty of stores to visit while on Mass. Street. So, plan accordingly.

After I entered Stitch On Needlework Shop, I was told to stick my hand into Frankenstein's mouth!…read moreI'm down with that! It was gooey, disgusting and . . . I'm kidding. It was just a cookie jar, but it made the coolest growl while its eyes flashed in fury. The best way to describe the shop? Read my take on Bittersweet Hollow over in Parkville. We're basically talking twins here except for the needlework section in the back of shop here at Stitch On. Crafted collectibles include Department 56 and Byer's Choice. You'll also find a large selection of Vera Bradley purses and bags to throw your crap in. For the decorator, its a paradise of holiday items to "festivus" your home. (C'mon you Seinfeld freaks!) I'd say the shop's greatest asset was the service. Her involvement and conversation over frankensteins and draculas had me grinning from ear to ear.

Very great selection, very good cats. It's so inclusive and supports minorities and is against ICE…read more Great service, a little pricey but the amount of books of all kinds is worth it.

I love this bookstore. It's wonderfully inclusive, and has an incredible selection of adult and…read morekids books. I've always gotten great recommendations here and make it a point to stop by at least once a month. I love that they've got a rewards program as well.

Willy wonka land of yarn! They have everything. It is an overwhelming collection of color and…read moretexture. You can get equipment, kits, yarn, and all sorts of notions. Service is amazing. Great advice and phenomenal classes. It's a very happy place.

Service is excellent! Very knowledgeable and patient which is great for this beginner. Fantastic…read moreselection of yarn and fiber. Well worth the drive from Liberty and I'm looking forward to my next visit!