Their stores are so good! I live in Canada so every time I go to the US I make sure to go to at least one. I mainly do paper crafts but they have a ton of other stuff, too - I'm so impressed with how clean and organized their stores are, and they are massive.
I was in the US in June and my husband and I stopped at a Hobby Lobby and saw that they had 4-5 aisles of just 4th of July decorations - so we bought a cart-load and set it up at our house in Canada and probably offended all of our neighbours, lol. Red, white and blue wreath on the front door, American flags in the garden, etc. It was so fun.
Lol that's so cute. I used to shop at the local craft store even special ordered some yarn and it got sold out from under me the day it came in, this was after almost two months of waiting. She lost my business. Right now I have almost too much yarn lol.
I suppose you could order stuff, but I find that going in to a physical brick and mortar store gives you a better idea of what they are about. Example, I went into an Ollie's store the other day looking for a kiddie wading pool to use for compost for my garden. Just on entering the store I was smitten by how squalid the place was; dirty floors, barely enough light to see where to walk, people lined up 20 deep to check out; inventory just sort of jumbled everywhere. Fortunately a manager was at the front and I asked about the kiddie pool, and he told me they were out. Saved me from going deeper into the chaos...so I left.
Going in to a Hobby Lobby, I always notice the place is clean, well lit, inventory laid out so items are easy to find, and if you can't, a store clerk will always be glad to help you. Over the speakers they are always playing Christian music, although it's not so loud you can't hear yourself think, just truly "background" music. They have a framing section and I have had several art items framed by them. Sure they have a few kitschy items for hobbyists who like to make folk art items, but they also have a lot of stuff for serious artists (which I am not) and for people who like to make models and stuff.
Give it a try, you might like going into their store.
I see. Lucky you, living in a remote area, away from population centers! I live in east Tennessee, in a red county that has at its center a blue city about the size of Bismarck. Not remote enough for my tastes, but at least far enough away from the dysfunctions of that city. I figure that like all cities, the one I am near will go up in flames when the EBT cards stop flowing, but I do live far enough away that it won't affect me too much.
Good luck out there on the plains, good to know that the Great Awakening is happening out there too.
You crochet or knit? I crocheted afghans but for the life of me couldn't knit. That is such a great escape and then boom you have a great reward! I am fortunate to have a very large Hobby Lobby near me. Good store!
You rock with sweaters. I made hairpin lace shawls many moons ago that were pretty. Isn't it fun to have a homemade afghan! Unfortunately dog's claws can ruin them. I made one for each of the kids but two of the blanets got claw holes. So I switched to the tied fleece blankets and those are pretty indestructible. We were blessed to learn sewing in school and that all started me on the handiwork path. I really had forgotten about so many of the interesting crafting channels that were on. This whole thing we are in now has been pretty all consuming. I have always made whatever I wanted or needed and that has given me many hours of joy. Have fun and carry on!
Don't be afraid to evaluate your situation and take something outside your field that pays the bills and doesn't force you to compromise.
I know it's a scary thought... I won't go into all me details but I have "lost" a lot only to gain newfound happiness with less and a realization that job grinds are NOT why we are here... If money and material things is what you want, well... that is your business. But just know that if you gave up your luxuries to live simple, you would get no judgement from me. Your value is equal to the richest and poorest man.
This is what I am trying and planning to do here shortly. Believe me, I've already given up a lot. I have some leftover divorce debt I am paying down and then I will be living as simply as is possible in Bidens America.
I like their stores. Sadly don't get in much bc they're closed on Sundays and my evil job only gives us that day off
I've never been, to one but I'd love to. I think I will order some yarn from them when my stash needs replenishing.
Make sure to rearrange the block letters in the store to read "TRUMP WON" as I did when you go there.
Every time!!!
Yep...I do it everytime I'm in the store and not just Hobby Lobby but every where that has alphabetical letter I can rearrange.
Lol most definitely.
Their stores are so good! I live in Canada so every time I go to the US I make sure to go to at least one. I mainly do paper crafts but they have a ton of other stuff, too - I'm so impressed with how clean and organized their stores are, and they are massive.
I was in the US in June and my husband and I stopped at a Hobby Lobby and saw that they had 4-5 aisles of just 4th of July decorations - so we bought a cart-load and set it up at our house in Canada and probably offended all of our neighbours, lol. Red, white and blue wreath on the front door, American flags in the garden, etc. It was so fun.
Thank you neighbor! We support and love Canada, too! 🇺🇸🇨🇦
Lol that's so cute. I used to shop at the local craft store even special ordered some yarn and it got sold out from under me the day it came in, this was after almost two months of waiting. She lost my business. Right now I have almost too much yarn lol.
I suppose you could order stuff, but I find that going in to a physical brick and mortar store gives you a better idea of what they are about. Example, I went into an Ollie's store the other day looking for a kiddie wading pool to use for compost for my garden. Just on entering the store I was smitten by how squalid the place was; dirty floors, barely enough light to see where to walk, people lined up 20 deep to check out; inventory just sort of jumbled everywhere. Fortunately a manager was at the front and I asked about the kiddie pool, and he told me they were out. Saved me from going deeper into the chaos...so I left.
Going in to a Hobby Lobby, I always notice the place is clean, well lit, inventory laid out so items are easy to find, and if you can't, a store clerk will always be glad to help you. Over the speakers they are always playing Christian music, although it's not so loud you can't hear yourself think, just truly "background" music. They have a framing section and I have had several art items framed by them. Sure they have a few kitschy items for hobbyists who like to make folk art items, but they also have a lot of stuff for serious artists (which I am not) and for people who like to make models and stuff.
Give it a try, you might like going into their store.
The only store in North Dakota is in Bismarck that's a three hour drive one way for me lol.
I see. Lucky you, living in a remote area, away from population centers! I live in east Tennessee, in a red county that has at its center a blue city about the size of Bismarck. Not remote enough for my tastes, but at least far enough away from the dysfunctions of that city. I figure that like all cities, the one I am near will go up in flames when the EBT cards stop flowing, but I do live far enough away that it won't affect me too much.
Good luck out there on the plains, good to know that the Great Awakening is happening out there too.
You crochet or knit? I crocheted afghans but for the life of me couldn't knit. That is such a great escape and then boom you have a great reward! I am fortunate to have a very large Hobby Lobby near me. Good store!
Crochet. I've made afghans scarves and tried making some small sweaters. I like to watch Bag O Day crochet on youtube. I tried knitting once lol.
You rock with sweaters. I made hairpin lace shawls many moons ago that were pretty. Isn't it fun to have a homemade afghan! Unfortunately dog's claws can ruin them. I made one for each of the kids but two of the blanets got claw holes. So I switched to the tied fleece blankets and those are pretty indestructible. We were blessed to learn sewing in school and that all started me on the handiwork path. I really had forgotten about so many of the interesting crafting channels that were on. This whole thing we are in now has been pretty all consuming. I have always made whatever I wanted or needed and that has given me many hours of joy. Have fun and carry on!
Oh gosh I can spend hours in there! Amazing stores. Their Christmas decor selection is unbeaten and always on sale in season!
Sounds like your fault for continuing to work there.
I am endeavoring to change my situation but there are limited options in my field at the moment
Don't be afraid to evaluate your situation and take something outside your field that pays the bills and doesn't force you to compromise.
I know it's a scary thought... I won't go into all me details but I have "lost" a lot only to gain newfound happiness with less and a realization that job grinds are NOT why we are here... If money and material things is what you want, well... that is your business. But just know that if you gave up your luxuries to live simple, you would get no judgement from me. Your value is equal to the richest and poorest man.
This is what I am trying and planning to do here shortly. Believe me, I've already given up a lot. I have some leftover divorce debt I am paying down and then I will be living as simply as is possible in Bidens America.