Beverly’s Fabrics & Crafts

The GOOD: I was surprised at the collection of art supplies in this store. Beverly’s has everything you would need for a project. And I really liked how the front of the store had examples of things you could craft (costumes, centerpieces, etc.).
The BAD: I had trouble finding help on the floor. I searched all the aisles and there were no employees to be seen. I finally was able to get ahold of one of the cashiers when they weren’t busy.

Now that we have a Michael’s in Colma I just don’t go here anymore. Their products aren’t as current or cute and the makeover removed a lot of the fabric that gave them that twofer edge when you needed to go to a craft store and a fabric store and you wanted to make only one trip. Not that Joanne’s is much better for the twofer, both of them are pretty disappointing but at least they’re closer to Michael’s if I need to run around and use 40% off coupons or hit sales.

I was really upset that day because I’d already searched 3 other stores for paper and because the sales lady at Beverly’s had sent me around the store assuming they had what I was looking for (though they didn’t).
After posting this review I was contacted by a gentleman who’s the President at Beverly’s, trying to help resolve the issue and learn more about what is missing in the stores so he could forward the comments to the buyers.
I was happy to send him links to the kinds of papers commonly used for pattern making, let’s see what will happen! Definitely upping my review from 1 to 4 stars because it’s really nice to see that people and companies actually care! Yay!

This is my go-​to craft place. I can’t speak for other supplies, but I’m an avid crocheter and they always have what I need. They have a great assortment of hooks and super cheap yarn (Red Heart is less than $ 3 a skein!), as well as fancier, more expensive yarns. They also have loose wool felt, which is very hard to find at chain places. The staff is super friendly and willing to help. I’ll take Beverly’s over Michaels or Jo-Ann’s any day.

Wow! This store is much bigger inside than it looks from the outside. I was pleasantly surprised today, my first time going inside Beverly’s. I’ve always done my craft shopping at Michaels or Joanne’s, but after today I will definitely be a Beverly’s customer from now on. The store is much more manageable to find things I’m looking for, unlike Michaels where you have to zig zag to four different places to try and find something, and this store has a much bigger selection than Joanne’s. Plus Beverly’s carried the product I came in for that the other two craft stores didn’t carry. With limited shopping days until Xmas, this was a HUGE relief. Plus, they accept their competitors’ coupons and had no line even a week before Chrismas. I’m definitely coming here from now on and am done with those other guys, and their long lines– I’m a Beverly’s girl now!

Not as great compared to Micheal’s but it’s one of the better craft stores near me. They have a pretty good selection of items and always have decent sales. This place is always on my list for my arts and craft needs!

I wonder what has changed with Beverly’s hiring practices because it has resulted in a great improvement in the reception there. The staff is quite helpful and engaging plus it helps that the layout makes more sense.
The store selection has been great and I can find just about everything I want there. If I don’t, the staff lets me know if it’s something they can offer in the future or where else to find it.
The employees also make items for sale and the most recent was a beautiful bag for a fairly nominal price. It’s an attention grabber!
When they’re not pressed for time, I also like swapping stories of projects we have worked on and are working on. I was stumped on how to deal with a challenge for a skirt I was making and the staffer at the cutting table told me how to get around it. She made it possible for me to have an even better skirt than I imagined!
That’s not all: They honor competitor coupons. So, if you forget their printed coupon, you can still use one from the competitor’s phone apps. I do hope Beverly’s rolls out a phone app, too.

The manager today was completely Un sympathetic and very rude. The bathrooms were backed up but all I asked was use the mirror so I could change my bloody gauze out of my mouth. He suggested I use the mirror on the floor. So I ask what about the bloody mess and he replied put it in your pocket.

I like this store. Sales are good on scrapbook paper, stickers, bling, and all the crafts u can imagine. Staff is helpful too.

This place has a wide variety of fabric, paint, and other nick-​nacks that you can’t find at Target or Joanns. The ladies in there are helpful and the store is HUGE. The downside is that everything in here is a little more expensive that Joanns. They have an extensive sewing section that is pretty neatly organized and everything is put in its place and clean. They have awesome seasonal sales after a major holiday passes.

Didn’t know a Beverly was located at Westlake mall. It’s pretty snugged between a couple of stores. And directly across from trader joes & world cost market.
My friends and I were on the hunt for supplies to decorate our graduation caps. However, with not much variety of supplies and the price is pretty steep compared to Michaels we left.
Still a good place to go if I ever needed arts and crafts place close to home.

HOT DIGGITY!!! What I love most about Beverly’s is the FOUR full aisles of yarn and oodles & oodles of bulk yarn choices. LOTS, LOTS, & LOTS to choose from… oh my!
The store is quite compact… meaning that even though the place is not massive, they pack the place to keep shelves full with a vast selection. Not only do they sell fabrics, yarns, & craft items, but they also sell seasonal décor, Giants logo stuff like blankets, pillows, and more… and they carry some Hello Kitty items too!!! Plus, love that the employees here are easy to find and super friendly! I could lose myself in this store.
CONVENIENCE: *** [Located in Westlake Shopping Center, FREE parking lot, good for locals in area.]
SERVICE: **** [Employees here are easy to find and super friendly, but line can get long as there’s usually only 1 cashier.]
PRICE: $ [Prices for yarn range from $ 3 – 8, decent priced.]
OVERALL: **** [4-​stars… for being more than just a fabrics & craft store!]
Nuff said.
[#67 of 100 Unilocal CHALLENGE 2013]

Came in today to buy something that has been on my list for quiet some time. Paint sticks. Beverly’s is the only place around here that sells the ultra thin tips.
I try to purchase items through local stores. Less cost for shipping and giving a local store business.
But, sometimes I don’t mind paying extra for shipping. This was one of those times.
I couldn’t believe the paint sticks were locked up behind a see through door. But, again I understand, so that minors can’t steal them and use them for whatever minors use them for.
Finding someone was a little time consuming, but I found someone. Someone with a little attitude. She wanted to know what I wanted before she would unlock the door to the highly prized items. As if once the door was open, I couldn’t change my mind. Then the next thing is what I couldn’t believe. She would not give them to me. She walked them to the front of the store and gave them to the cash register person. Even she had attitude.
I’m not a minor, I don’t look like a drug fiend. But, I do expect to be treated decently.
Sometimes you just have to buy online.

They have ton of supplies. If you’re considering how to decorate your room, you should come here. I bought tons of sticky quotes, decorating papers,…and glue supplies are cheap here. Don’t hesitate to ask question, staff are so helpful.

if you love to knit, this place is the place you should go since they have all type of yarn and and different sizes of the yarn needles. of course they have arts and crafts, fabrics, decoration stuff, and so on. but that’s not what my mom and i came here for. my mom and i saw some stuff animals at the window cause we wanted to buy some toys for couple of my younger cousins as gifts. it wasn’t cheap especially the smaller size toy but we should bought it anyways.
the cashier that we got doesn’t look too happy and seems unfriendly that after we paid for our stuff, didn’t even say have a nice day or anything. she just ended up left the cashier after giving us the change to help out another cashier.

I find that ever since the remodel, they substantially pared down their inventory. Today I went in with a coupon for a free bag (gotta love free bags in bag free Bay Area!). You have to spend $ 20 to get the bag, no problem right? Actually there was. Their paper craft products were really thin. They just didn’t carry as much as Michaels. The rubber stamps were also pared down to a tiny section.
So sad. I left empty handed because I couldn’t find anything!

Beverly’s sent out a colorful flier with a set of coupons to use on Black Friday… so I gave them another try after boycotting the store for months due to rude service. I attempt to use two of the coupons (on Black Friday), and was advised by Marissa that only one coupon can be used. She advised that there is no «double» discounts allowed. I explained to her that the coupons are for different items and a for a different discount; and she repeats that there are no «double» discounts!
Back to Joann’s in Colma! By the way, Joann’s will gladly accept Beverly’s coupons!!!

I’m crafty and have an addiction to making things. When I step into Beverly’s, I feel the rush of creativity come on and pretty soon I’m onto a new project.
I’ve been painting for years and come to Beverly’s to pick up my acrylics, canvas and brushes. I love the paintable items like boxes, letters, pottery and little houses and jewelry boxes.
I love making jewelry. They have everything you need including unique beads and crystals that can inspire great homemade pieces that are gift-​able and fun.
I also love to sew and have all kinds of crazy projects that bring me here in search of the odds and ends I need to make my projects. Yards of fabric, buttons and thread in every color. I made my own duvets for my bed, costumes and fix my own clothing.
We stopped into Beverly’s for some yarn. My mom is on a knitting spree and they had a sale on yarn. I found myself getting flustered at the idea of taking on a new craft and learning how to knit, so I didn’t get into buying all that stuff. I already have so many projects in my cue.
You can see how I get a little carried away into my crafts and Beverly’s is a fun place to do that.

I think Beverly’s is a lot better than Jo-ann’s or Michael’s. Maybe it’s because I have found way more of what I needed to make my Halloween costume here than any other place that I’ve looked. Their staff is really helpful too and friendly. They have the materials you need, with decent prices.
PS. Pick up one of their ADs/​flyers with a coupon to use usually the following month and it saves you a good $ 5 or so.

I only came for a piece of ribbon, but after seeing the cut your own ribbon section… I went a little ribbon crazy, because the ribbons were oh so pretty and cheap? I couldn’t resist. I’m also working on a project, so I needed ribbon for that.
The piece I wanted originally was a shiny lavender piece for my graduation dress, at least 1″ in height and about… at least 70″ long… After viewing the selection, I decided on a dark purple 1.5″ umm… it was about 1.49/yard. I got them to cut 2.5yards of that shiny dark purple piece.
After leaving this place, I had a bunch of yards of RIBBONS for a low low price of around $ 13. The ribbons made my day, so I’m happy with that. I sound boring with no life, I am.