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The Create Exchange
98 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, United States
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Sh
Review №1

This place is great! Need just one color crayon? You can get it here. Need just a couple safety pins and dont want to buy a whole pack? You can get it here. Need just a small amount of yarn for one quick project? You can get it here! No need to pay for so much extra that you dont need.Even better.... Have extra craft supplies that you arent using anymore, drop it off. Ive only purchased the one time and havent taken stuff in, but I do understand you can get a bit of $$ for what youd like to get rid of.The ladies here are great. Friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable.Covid guidelines here are a required mask and sanitizer as you enter to ensure everyone is touching everything with germ free hands.

Ma
Review №2

We stopped in on a Monday when the store is normally closed. Luckily for us the owner was outside painting and was kind enough to let us in to do a little shopping. What a fantastic little store, full of surprises. We bought a nice little craft made by a local artist on one side of the store than went to the other side of the store to buy the supplies to make our own crafts. Thank you for being so nice and accommodating for us!

De
Review №3

Great people, with amazing, ever changing inventory. Prices and exchange credit beyond fair you will never find anyone cheaper! They also donate their extra duplicates to certain causes (child based classes and organizations). They could explain it better. They also support local artists. Shop local, were worth it!

Ke
Review №4

They are like a thrift store for crafts....except they do consignment I believe as well..anything you can think of at fair prices...buy a little or alot they are willing to accommodate..staff was friendly let gave you space to look through all they had...I will go back... Excellent for kids school crafts and projects. .

Ma
Review №5

The lady, Jennifer Stewart, is so nice and friendly! Lots of crafts and diy supplies. Scrapbooking, knitting/crochet, cross stitch, acrylic paint, fabric, stamping, etc. If its a craft, its probably there!Pay what you can afford. Also has a gift shop on the side, to sell handcrafted creations.If you have extra supplies, you can redeem them for store credit as well.Regular weekly classes on a variety of diy projects are given. Check the stores FB page. CreateExchange, in the very historic Czech Village in Cedar Rapids.Leashed dogs are allowed!

Bi
Review №6

Unique store bought some white out and 8 or 9 homemade cards no envelopes less that $5. Fun to look around.

Ni
Review №7

First time visit far exceeded our expectations. We were promptly greeted and given an introduction and shown to what we were looking for. There is so much to find and look through yet its pleasantly organized. Beyond kind and friendly staff. We look forward to going back!

Da
Review №8

Love going here for crafts. Great prices.

Be
Review №9

Great way to get craft supplies and help reduce waste. I can always find what Im looking for and at a fraction of the cost.

Lu
Review №10

This is like going to a goodwill that is all about arts and crafting. You need to be prepared to dig through bins and boxes, you necee know what youll find. Free sewing patterns, need a button to match your shirt? They probably have it, candles, scrapbooking, crafts, painting, wood burning, it you can create something with it they probably have it. Check it out

Je
Review №11

Amazing craft store, things for all ages and hobbies, and completely lovely staff.

Og
Review №12

My absolute favorite place to get fabric and sewing supplies! This is a name-your-price second-hand craft store and you can’t beat the prices here.

Ev
Review №13

It is a great place to find 1 of something. I was surprised it is well organized for asuch stuff as they have. I always pay a fair price. The only thing that troubles me is how many hours I could spend in that store ! I have to set my watch to let me know its time to go because I could spend half the day there!

ka
Review №14

The idea behind this store is great. But they dont follow it. I was in there and picked out a some stuff and when I checked out she asked me what a fair price. I said 5-7 dollars. She said 15. I ended up putting a lot of it back. Some of the things I bought were really small stamps and some of them were really stained and beaten up. She still charged me almost 8 dollars. So much for name a fair price. If I want to buy something at an almost new price I will pay for a new one. The last time I was in there they were really fair on the prices.

Ki
Review №15

Love this store and the staff who work here! I visit with my mom frequently and it is the highlight of our week. The prices are great and very fair. They have a every kind of craft item from sewing supplies to candle making. Perfect place for the thrifty crafter!

Er
Review №16

Such wonderful people here. Pricess are great and they are so eager to help!! The selection is amazing!!

Ra
Review №17

Great secondhand craft store. You never know what you might find there day to day. Definitely follow their Facebook since the owner posts what new stuff they got in everyday.

Jo
Review №18

Was just walking by and went in to check it out...I dont know anything about anything they carry but the last working was super friendly

Ga
Review №19

Lots of crafty items.Have a room with finished products for sale.They take donations.prices are reasonable.

Pa
Review №20

This place is great for exploring what your next craft project is. You never know what youll find. The ladies there are always helpful.

Ou
Review №21

If your into crafts you need to stop and brows through this shop. They have all sorts of second hand craft supplies and some hard to find items. everything from sewing to fly tying. There are no pricing so you make an offer. The staff seemed to know where everything was.

Je
Review №22

Great treasures that change every day. Excellent prices.

Di
Review №23

I love this place. The ladies who work there are so sweet and helpful, every single time. Fair pricing, cool stuff and unique finds!! 11/10 would recommend to anyone. It’s my favorite shopping experience

Jo
Review №24

Great place to find the bit and pieces of your craft needs. . .and support local artists.

Bi
Review №25

Great place to drop off old craft supplies. and pick up interesting craft supplies.

Br
Review №26

Such a cool business model. A real gift to the area.

Am
Review №27

Found just what I needed, didnt have to buy more than I wanted and price was just right.

ma
Review №28

Great place to find this or that for a craft or art project or to Inspire your next art adventure. Also great spot to pick up a hand made gift

Gr
Review №29

The Create Exchange is amazing. Great good and wonderful staff. Not to mention the low, fair prices. We are loyal customers!

Ch
Review №30

Theres no telling what you can find here. Its like a treasure hunt for crafters. The ladies here are so helpful. Such a fun place! Im pretty sure they have everything you need and then some.

Ca
Review №31

Amazing place, amazing workers, amazing completed projects, amazing supplies. All around a stellar experience!!

Er
Review №32

Many interesting finds for those who like to be creative

Sa
Review №33

Fun to brouse for craft items u didnt know u needed

Jo
Review №34

Need craft supplies? Stop here first! They have supplies for every craft that I can think of! Buy just what you need for your project!

He
Review №35

This is a great place for crafters and those who love making things they saw on Pinterest. Lots of different craft supplies and everytime you go theres always something different. We bring our extra supplies here and they give credit so you can buy other supplies you find.

Ha
Review №36

The only shop of its kind! An abundant selection of miscellaneous craft items. Also features a great selection of items made by local artists. If youre in the area, you must check this place out!

Ra
Review №37

Shopowner was super informative, and I love the idea of a craft thrift store, where you can bring in your own materials. There is so kuch to find here.

Pa
Review №38

Great place is its not there you dont need it. Wonderful place to also buy one of a kind gifts

he
Review №39

Okay people were nice and friendly

le
Review №40

Great place to find craft items for just pennies or exchange. I can spend the afternoon just looking and staff are very helpful.

Bi
Review №41

Awesome ladies. Very helpful and very unique little store

Ro
Review №42

This place is amazing I would recommend this place to anyone.

Da
Review №43

Perfect place to create art and to recycle items used for art and or art supplies. Classes to attend, great service, name your price on items, and when you do recycle you can get store credit. So you can trade. Its pretty awesome and the employees are very nice and reasonable.

Na
Review №44

Absolutely a wonderful place!!! You must check it out!! A great place to take your unused crafting stuff. You should check here first for anything you might need before you go buy new from any other craft store. You can buy one of something if thats all youre looking for. Really dont wait, check it out today!!! Great service and prices cannot be beat!!!

Am
Review №45

Fantastic little craft repurpose store.

De
Review №46

Such a fun place & the owners are the best! Something for everyone. Never leave there empty handed!

Na
Review №47

THE place for crafting supplies of all sorts without breaking the bank. Trade in the things you no longer need for credit towards the things you want.

Am
Review №48

Wide variety of crafts available. The items are always changing. Something new to see every visit. Parking usually on the same block. Easy access.

He
Review №49

Wonderful to find new supplies in small or large quantities and a blessing to be able to get my crafty leftovers to those who can use them.

Su
Review №50

Fun place to just walk in!Last year, my mother-in-law visited from South Carolina and we walked through the Czech Village shops. She is STILL talking about wanting to go back!!

Je
Review №51

This is craft heaven. Great prices and awesome staff.

Ka
Review №52

My daughter was in crafters heaven!

Ed
Review №53

Best place in town for craft supplies and odd things you want

Sn
Review №54

Perfect long date for artists and crafters. Have plenty of time to go through interesting items that kick so many ideas in your brain to make new things so cannot rush quickly.

Je
Review №55

Amazing place, be sure to make some time to poke around so much to see!

Ca
Review №56

Lots of very cool items here.

Gl
Review №57

This place is amazing! Think of it as a thrift store for crafts. When you visit, plan to take some time because there are goodies everywhere and its really fun going through all of it. You never know what youll find and it changes every day. They put their new things on Facebook to tempt you to visit. Run by two friendly ladies who will help you find just what you need. While youre there, visit the Sykora bakery for some good sweet treats. As they say on their Facebook page, Czech them out.

Mi
Review №58

Great arts and craft store. The owner is the friendliest!

Am
Review №59

Fun store! Got some great wool for plush animals!

Je
Review №60

Love this place! Always find what Im looking for....and then some!! It is definitely my go to place for crafty/up cycle items.

Pr
Review №61

Everything imaginable for crafting

Jo
Review №62

I just found this new place.Im so excited to be able to go someplace and do just arts n crafts!!!

Ka
Review №63

A crafty, thrifty paradise

Mi
Review №64

Love this place! I never know what I need....or want lol until I find it here. If you craft at all come down and take a look.

Br
Review №65

Always love going here! Especially on fabric bag day!

Da
Review №66

Nice place to sell handmade items, buy handmade or secondhand things

Ki
Review №67

As the owner said, its everything from your grandmothers basement, grandpas garage and more. Love this place!

Da
Review №68

Some ok deals, but have to dig through product, cluttered. They say its name your price but I was never able to. They suggest the price when you ask.

Em
Review №69

Im not a serious crafter or anything but these ladies running the store are helpful and charming. I do like looking through all the odds and ends for Pinterest crafts and for my crochet projects.

Cr
Review №70

Everything you never knew you wanted!!! I would give it ten stars if I could.

Ni
Review №71

The best place for unique art and craft supplies. Friendly, helpful, fair and interesting.

Si
Review №72

Very nice and helpful

Ja
Review №73

Its ok

pe
Review №74

Interested place

De
Review №75

Its nice

Mi
Review №76

Love this place.

Ka
Review №77

Nicest ladies

Er
Review №78

Great food fast service

Ke
Review №79

They have craft items you never even knew you needed

Sh
Review №80

Great place

Je
Review №81

Fun

Pa
Review №82

Second hand craft treasures

Er
Review №83

Awesome and fun

Co
Review №84

Jennifer is the best

Er
Review №85

Fun but limited selection.

Pe
Review №86

Great craft upcycle store.

sc
Review №87

Cool place

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  • Address:98 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, United States
  • Site:http://thecreateexchange.com/
  • Phone:+1 319-693-2043
Categories
  • Art supply store
  • Craft store
Working hours
  • Monday:10am–6pm
  • Tuesday:10am–6pm
  • Wednesday:10am–6pm
  • Thursday:10am–6pm
  • Friday:10am–5pm
  • Saturday:12–4pm
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
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