Hometown Crafts, formerly Ben Franklin, has got a long and happy history with me. I liked it when I was younger, and while they've gone a more craft route since, I still like the location and memories.
The prices, on the other hand, tend to go higher. As they're the only store in town with many of the items, I can't begrudge them TOO much, but you will feel a big spending spree in the wallet after.
The staff are incredible, though, and knowledgeable and great.
This place has it in crafts, most likely, and can show you how to do it. I don't know if its worth a trip in of itself, but I find a reason to go every time...
   Read moreWith Jo-Ann's closing, I didn't know where I belong in the fabric world anymore. The Big Box you ring a bell they cut the fabric and don't care what you're doing. Ordering online, I can't feel it, I don't know the quality, and they don't care who I am. Selecting the fabric is a part of the process that is important to me. The fellowship is a big part of that. Hometown crafts and fabric understand sewing is an escape for many of us. They're what I'm looking for, hopefully you as...
   Read more10/10 experience. I went to buy a small amount of fabric (like 60¢ worth.) for a school project and didn’t really know what I wanted. Two ladies helped me who were incredibly kind and helpful. I got exactly what I wanted and they put Valentine’s candy in the bag for me when I left. I only felt bad because they probably lost money on...
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