Michaels — Local services in Cedar Rapids

This new Michaels is still in the getting all set up stage. It has nice wide aisles, well lit, complete inventory. The yarn section was in flux (the department I most wanted to shop), but soon to be completed as there were 3 employees working on it. I checked out the beads, paint and brushes, and seasonal Halloween merchandise. All looked very nice. It appears they have a quick pick-up rack at the front of the store for those who order online for instore pick up. Handy! I wasn't aware you could do this. The counter person was friendly and quick. Three of four self check out counters were out of order. We did get mired down in the inevitable checking to see if I have rewards, offering rewards membership. Despite the fact that I get emails and coupons from Michaels, my profile is never located...

Very nice store but could get better help on grand opening. We asked the price on something. She showed us on the box but did not scan it to tell us the sale price since it was Halloween so put that back. Left all of our other stuff because we could not get our 40% off. The girl told us we had to scan QR code outside and we were not going outside and hold up the line. I would think you could have something at the register for that. Very...

This store is relatively new, been open about 6 months. Overall, I really like it. The employees are amazing and very friendly.

I like their assortment of storage items. I think they have more than the Michaels on Collins. Between the two stores, the only thing this one doesn't have that the other does is fabric.

My only complaint is that the store still smells kinda like fresh paint, so beware if you are...