Hobby Lobby

Oh, Hobby Lobby… why must you torture me so…
Can’t a woman stop in for just a woven basket without you dangling amazing, can’t miss sales in her face?!
I stopped in this morning, a few minutes after opening. I went in for a basket but I made the mistake of making my usual rounds with a cart. Initially, I wasn’t overly thrilled with the staff’s lackluster attitude towards me trying to make my way up and down the aisles to shop. A few were working on a new seasonal set up (for fall… already? Lol) but every time I would «excuse me, sorry» past one, I would get the look of disdain as if I were greatly inconveniencing them. I already had this Unilocal review in mind… but then something happened…
I rounded the corner where they keep the small furniture display (the one with all the little tables and stools) and I saw fantastic prices I just couldn’t walk away from. I wanted to buy more but my guy would have had a conniption. Anyways, I went to place a small end table on my cart and a gentleman approached me. His name was Phil and his tag noted that he was the Assistant Manager. He graciously offered to bring the table up to the registers for me so that I wouldn’t have to lug the table around while shopping. I obliged his offer and by the time I was starting to pick up another table, Phil was right there to bring it up front for me. This was a brief routine for a few pieces and he was chipper and friendly the entire time. This is exactly how you would picture someone who «leads by example.» Picture perfect customer service!
Unfortunately, the downside to an empty cart is then finding yourself in front of more sales… in particular, wall art. I loaded up my cart and grabbed a few other things here and there before making my way to the register. Once at the register, the cashier was actually helping another employee hang some items on display but he was very alert and noticed me the moment I pulled up to the counter with my cart. He greeted me and came over without delay. His name was DeLeon, according to the receipt. He was quick on the register and had a great attitude. He invited me to bring my car up by the door so someone could help me load everything.
I pulled up near the door in the parking spaces just off to the side. I came back in and grabbed a cart of the signage I bought. I really didn’t need or expect help. I knew it would take a little time to figure out how to fit everything in my tiny car and I didn’t want to inconvenience the staff. Once I started loading my car, I popped my head up to grab more stuff out of the cart, and here comes DeLeon with more of my purchases. He was very patient and made a few excellent suggestions on how to fit everything. Unfortunately, even with our minds going full Tetris mode, two side tables wouldn’t fit. He informed me (although I was already aware) of their later pickup option.
DeLeon brought the tables back inside and had to attend to his register, as he had someone waiting to check out. I stood patiently and a moment later, Phil reappeared. He asked if everything was alright and I told him I was going to have to come back for the tables. He started to get the paper out and a woman, I didn’t catch her name, said she would do it so he could go back to doing what he was working on. I thanked Phil and he left. I handed the woman my receipt and pointed out the two tables. She wasn’t exactly enthusiast and was rather monotone. I had inquired about the cashier’s name (DeLeon) because I couldn’t see a name tag under the vest he had on. Instead of answering, she grabbed my receipt and circled his name without a word. Her overall demeanor was fairly rude.
I would love to give this place five stars, but a few staff members killed my happy Hobby Lobby buzz. Thanks to Phil and DeLeon for making my visit a better experience. And the sales on the furniture right now… get them before they’re gone! AKA: before I come back! :)

Hobby Lobby has everything! For any arts and crafts that you do, or home décor, they have it. They have awesome sales every week so keep an eye out. They also have an app on the phone with a load of coupons you can use too. The store is pretty organized and well kept. I have seen a lot of craft stores out there where there is dust and not maintained.
The only reason why I gave a 4 instead of a 5 star is because the staff could sometimes be a little bit more pleasant. I have run into several associates and when I ask them a quick question, they would suddenly walk away from you to the aisle of the item that you’re looking for. It’s great that they walk you to the aisle but it’s just weird not acknowledging my question.

If you’ve been to any other Hobby Lobby (and I’ve been to a TON), this one isn’t much different. And I’m not saying that’s a bad thing. As far as large chain craft stores go, Hobby Lobby is one of my favorites.
I would equate it to Michael’s and Jo-Ann’s rolled into one. They have a little bit of everything. Essentially, all your project needs can be found here, from jewelry supplies, to material, to yarn, to framing, to scrapbooking. That’s just naming a few. I also LOVE their home décor section. They have an adorable selection of amazing things to make your home look awesome. And all at a reasonable price. I’m a DIY and craft addict, so I could spend hours in this store brainstorming my next project. So much inspiration everywhere!
Pro Tip: If you find yourself frequenting any of the big three chain craft stores — Hobby Lobby, Michael’s or Jo-Ann’s — it’s worth mentioning that all three have an app where you can access coupons. And there are ALWAYS coupons. If you’re paying full price for something at any of these stores, you’re doing it wrong.
I’ll also mention that they’re closed on Sundays to let their employees worship and spend time with family. I think that’s really cool. Just be sure to get your craft supplies before then!

This store is like a crafters heaven! Haha
The store is clean for being so big. I love the variety of art needs. Although they don’t take competitors coupons, they will let you use the coupon again if you get in line again. LOL!
Even if I don’t buy anything every time, it’s fun to just walk around and see what they have for the season. The always have a sale on the seasons selection followed by a bigger discount towards the end and then clearance off whatever is left after the season/​holiday! An awesome way to save money and be stocked for the next year! :)

The customer service here is a hit or miss. They close at 8pm & are constantly barring their closing time in intervals over their loud speaker. It makes customers or potential customers feel rushed. I had a shopping cart full of items that I graciously returned because I refuse to feel like I’m an inconvenience for shopping at your store. To follow your customers around the store constantly reminding them of the closing time is a nuisance and unnecessary. I too, work in retail, and would never follow a customer around shouting the store’s closing time… Not a friendly place to be so Christian oriented.

This place is huge! It’s great for wandering around but not if you are looking for something specific. I could not find any exacto knifes and no one seemed to know where they would be. Also they have no Halloween stuff.

If you’re looking for fabric of some sort, or you just need to find crappy Christmas figurines in July, or you don’t have enough ancient Roman instruments of torture and execution hanging on your walls at home, then head right in and you’ll find what you need.
For anything that might be harder to find, I suggest bringing a pair of handcuffs with you. Find the nearest employee and handcuff yourself to that person. It may be the last employee you see until you get to the register. They can lead you to the right place. But if you don’t find one soon enough, you’re doomed to wander the halls of Hobby Lobby for weeks, subsisting only on fake plants and rubber cement, chasing down ghosts of employees that disappear before you can catch them.
Caveat: Please do not handcuff yourself to employees.

This place is such a mixed bag. Sometimes I’ve had great customer service and other times I’ve had a lady, who I’m pretty sure was the manager, straight up scowl at me because of my request to get furniture down from the top shelf. I mean, I get it, it’s probably annoying to have to do that but it’s not like my request was malicious… It was to buy an item from the store you work in.
Last night I was in right before closing (they close at 8, I thought they closed at 9) and they blared on the loud speaker in five minute intervals that they were closing for over twenty minutes. A little annoying and unnecessary, IMO. The cashier was friendly enough, though, so at least there was that.
I do love their products and their app is great, you download it and always have a coupon for 40% off one regularly priced item! Make sure you do that before you go, it can definitely add up to big savings if you find a piece of furniture you like. The store is haphazardly arranged, but things stay in pretty much the same spot so once you find it, you’re golden.
I’ll take the good with the bad and continue to shop here even though the customer service stresses me out a bit because they carry an immense quantity of crafting supplies and décor items.

Hobby Lobby is just such a special place. They are awesome with doing picture frames. I could not give a them 5 stars because their cake decorating sections could use some improvement but I guess they are not a baking store. Love the home decorating ideas especially with fall coming up. I can roam i this store forever.

Nice selection of fabric but checkout is hell! Stood in line forever with an old bag with no receipt returning a massive amount of goods. Mad because they would not give her full price for everything and no cash! Opened 2 new registers and took all behind me!!! You need a single line for the next customer in line!!!

Hobby Lobby is a great place for a number of things. I’m not really any artist myself, but that would obviously be #1 as they are primarily an art supply store I would say. However, they also have a large portion of the store devoted to sewing supplies (fabric, yarn, etc).
But what makes Hobby Lobby unlike some others (Joannes, Michael’s) is that they also sell all types of home goods such as wall art, nick nacks, baskets, mirrors, etc. So it’s an art store, fabric store, and bed bath and beyond all in one.
I have 2 complaints about Hobby Lobby:
1. They are closed on Sunday, which is the day I’m most likely to be free to go run errands
2. They have a weird way of handling their sales. It’s like half the store is on sale one week, then the other half the following week. I bought a picture frame there last week and came back for another today and it was no longer on sale. So I now have to wait until next week to go back and buy it. It’s just weird.

3 Stars for a hobby store where I challenge you to need something they don’t have (and challenge you to find something they do!).
Get ready for your head to explode. This store is larger than you’d expect and is chock full of everything a crafter would likely ever need and then some. From home décor to scrapbooking to fake flowers and fabrics — If I tried to list everything they carried I’d hit the Unilocal limit (the elusive character limit I’ve yet to reach…).
Tons of inventory is great on the one hand, but it also means immediate stress when you’re needing to run in to grab something quick. I’m sure it’s no easy task to organize all of these nicknacks, but somehow it feels like things are not arranged in the most user-​friendly, intuitive ways. I’ve always had a terribly hard time finding things (even when I’m in an aisle with similar items) and it’s not easy to find an employee to point you in the right direction. I will say that if you do find an employee they are always extremely friendly and are quick to find the appropriate item with you, there just aren’t many walking around unfortunately.
For this reason I really only ever go in when I have plenty of time to wander around and explore the rabbit hole that is Hobby Lobby.
Pro-​Tip: Always go to their website, under the Weekly Offers, for an in-​store coupon (usually 40% off any one item). Much like Joann’s– there is always a coupon and you should never be paying full price (unlike Joann’s, they won’t tell you that at the counter!)

Great place. Always have awesome décor. If you download the app you get 40% off. The staff is pretty unresponsive but it’s ok

Hobby Lobby is a good store to come to if you have a creative itch. They often have great specials, so it’s always worth popping in when you’re near. If you need picture frames, they’ve got a great selection of sizes. My wife likes to come here when she needs fake flowers, as they have a good number of choices.

Love coming in here to see all the cool things they have. We mostly shop here for supplies for our jewelry & small creation business. They have so many different things here that you are sure to find anything you may need to do crafts.

This place is amazing! I was looking for frames to put pictures in and there was a lot of choices.
I ended up buying frames, canvas and other things that were not on my list. n
This is place is also very good for people who are into crafts. There is a section of the store dedicated to crafts and boy does it have a wide range of selections.
When I went to the store here was a 50% off sale on select floral items and I ended up getting some. I also noticed that there was a huge sale on comic book/​movie poster art.
I was also really glad that they gave me 40% off one item even though I had left my coupon at home.
This store is for anyone who is crafty just trying to redecorate their home.
I would say Hobby Lobby is an alternative to JoAnne’s and Michael’s when it comes to crafts.

Not the best Hobby Lobby that I’ve ever been to. Not that I frequent Hobby Lobby’s but I was married once so it used to be a weekly ritual. I gave up on both on those eventually :)
In comparing this one to the the one I used to be dragged too, I’d say this one is not even half the size. I typically do like Hobby Lobby because you can find some neat stuff in there usually for a good price. I found this one not to have very much artwork and a lack of bookshelf type furniture that I was looking for to accent the living room. I cannot take any more IKEA so I was hoping this place would’ve hit the spot. I was also looking for a patio table but couldn’t find one. They did have some cool nautical themed décor here and some cool old muscle car memorabilia.
Overall cool store just not as big of a selection as I was hoping for.

I have been hearing about Hobby Lobby in Orlando from friends, so I was excited to visit. When I walked in, my 1^st impression was like «ok…I’m getting an old time pottery feel». After walking through 2 isles… I realized, I could get addicted to this place. It was a combination of old time pottery, Jo Ann’s, Michaels and more all wrapped up in one.
My business requires me to use a lot of craft materials that I order online for great prices… but the wait aggravates me. This place had everything!!!
Since the store is very huge… and my time was limited. I was up and down isles… hoping to see things I would need for my future projects. As time escaped me… I realized I did not find what I came for. Partly because I was like a kid in a candy store.
The staff was great from floor to the cashier. Everything was set up so perfect, I didn’t have a problem finding someone to help and on top of that… I received 50% off my purchase. Now that was the kicker

Holy crafts!
I’m used to a Michael’s set up, so when I walked in, my brain just exploded glitter and ribbons everywhere.
I’d like to consider myself a little artsy-​fartsy, and if I have an image of what I’d like to create in my head, my method is to find that one piece that will bring the project together, and accessorize from there. I’ll stalk the aisles, find it, then remember other things that would fit, then go back.
Needless to say this store is so amazingly huge, this method did not work well for my first trip in. But, that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate it for what it is, and all they have to offer. Prices are very reasonable, maybe even a little better than my normal craft shops.
Hobby Lobby Round 2 is planned, so now I know the layout and selection, (fingers crossed) I’ll be more successful this next trip.
Wish me luck, and if I don’t emerge from my check in within a few hours, send help!

What a great store. This company is still family owned and operated, solid Christian principles. Our family will support Hobby Lobby as long as they are around. Oh yes, great store for framing, crafts and decorating. Check it out, you’ll like it.