“It's been awhile since I've been in store. Made most of my purchases online. But this trip required an in-store visit and I was pleasantly surprised as to how they incorporated the fabrics. And even had someone cutting fabric for you.
I was a little disappointed in the stamping section though. I was hoping for more stamps and individual paper selections. Unless I missed it, I would have liked to have seen jewels.
I was also disappointed at the lack of Christmas stamping stuff. I realize it's the
week before, however, I wad hoping there would be a section for it.
Even though I had some disappointments, I would definitely return to this location when I need to grab something in-store. I like the layout. And I like the self checkout, very easy to use.”
“This is the only coin and bullion dealer I will trust to count my coins and give me a good price. I don’t need to watch. He’s honest and pays the best prices in town by far. I have been collecting coins and bullion for years so I know a good dealer. I exclusively use this guy. His shop is worth visiting just for the excelsior memorabilia! Great shop and owner!”
“Couldn't have been better. Website was easy to navigate, and order was promptly filled and shipped out. The product arrived well packaged, and items where exactly as expected.”
“Great service and cool store — Brought 2 fountains pens I had inherited, tried to fix but couldn’t get working quite right. He got me sorted in about 5 minutes, checked one pen gratis, and was able to find a part to get the second working while I waited.
Many nice fountain pens for sale, and also buys and sells coins. Highly recommend.”
“Cool store. Smaller collection but some nice silver rounds and very cool pens and other collectibles. He took the time to chat with me and explain some things including the frenzy in the metals markets. Very low premiums over spot as well. I’ll be back. Thanks!”
“Great Staff! Great Prices! Everything you want in a Gold and silver store! Wish I lived a little closer but I live close enough to justify once in a while. Can’t beat their prices anywhere else. What a clean and organized store. I am a kid in a candy store there. It’s fun to window shop to a little but, I advise going there knowing what you want with the set amount of cash your willing to spend each time. Otherwise it’s easy to get carried away. I recommend following them on their social media. Each Saturday they have fantastic deals that are worth checking into! ❤️ ?”
“Perfect place to shop for the unusual. Whenever I'm in the area I hit all three stores. I've bought gear motors, relays, switches, capacitors, and lots of other parts for my projects. Thomas Edison would have loved this place.
I even bought a 50 pound bale of shredded money to use as packing for my pen business. You never know what you're going to find there. Need a drop tank for a fighter jet? They had one many years ago.”
“HQ located in Ridgedale Center in Minnetonka Minnesota is hands down the coolest sports store to buy Vikings jerseys, other types of paraphernalia for the Minnesota Twins karma golden Gophers, Minnesota Wild and the Timberwolves.
They have replica helmets, jerseys, autographed memorabilia, photos, baseballs, and clothing for adults as well as children just to name a few items that they carry. The owner Shawn is extremely knowledgeable in this area and can help you find whatever you're looking for. It's the perfect place to buy a gift for someone in your life who loves the Minnesota sports teams.
They are also well known for all the autograph events that they have. They bring in celebrities throughout the sports world including players on all the professional sports teams in Minnesota as well as some retired athletes like Brett Favre. They have a calendar of events and it's very easy to be involved and get one of your items signed. I believe they also do photo opportunities along with that.
Fan HQ has also done some cool music events in town including an evening with Lita Ford from the runaways, Ace Frehley of kiss, Tommy Thayer of kiss, Bruce Kulick of kiss and other amazing musicians. If you've never been to the store you need to stop and visit. At the very least find them on socials and follow them for all the incredible events that they host”
“Walked in looking for game asked the associate josh if they had it stock they didn’t no biggie but that’s not the end of it I was shown another game exactly like what I was originally looking for and I got a kendama plus josh was nice enough to show me a little demo on how the kendama works so happy with my purchases plus i appreciate the kindness of the associate josh it’s super rare to have someone like him”
“Super friendly even when they are busy. They answered my beginner questions. Lots of variety of sealed boxes for sports cards and pokemon. Good selection of sleeves and storage boxes for cards. I would recommend them”
11AM - 2:30PM
1013 Mainstreet, Hopkins
Hobby Shops
“I don’t have any reason to give less than 5. Staff is very helpful and has good number of items and items quality is good. I went to buy items for birthday party and found almost all items. Variety of items available with low prices. Why can’t you try when you need party stuff. Good place as well.”
“My sister and I spoke to Karen a cashier today. Not only did she make it a fun shopping experience, she was one of the sweetest people ever. Everyone needs a Karen at their place of work! Great Job Karen”
10AM - 8PM
3015 Utah Ave S, St Louis Park
Hobby Shops
“This is our local card and comic shop. Every time we walk in, we are greeted by welcoming people! The staff has always been friendly and helpful.
Comics: The new comics section is great, but other shops do have larger sections. I haven't had an issue getting the books I want. If you sign up for their free subscription plan for new comics you get 10% off! I hope they start keeping back issues at this location. They have had them on special occasions but not like the other locations. Me and my girlfriend love looking through dollar boxes and discount bins when we are looking for new stories to read. If possible, please do more back issues!!! :)
Trading Cards: Their trading card section like every other game store is always running low. They carry pretty much all your big games (Pokemon, MTG, One Piece, Lorcana, Yugioh, ect) as well as smaller games. The prices however are all over the place. We have picked up Pokemon and One Piece at retail prices, but sometimes they are over market. They aren't always that way, so I am curious how they price their sealed products. I haven't played MTG in a while and was curious about a bundle they had it seemed a bit high to me, and I looked it up on TCG Player when I got home and it was well over market price. I am not complaining because this is how every store operates nowadays and everybody wants the product! Can't be mad at it.
Overall, the store is great and the people are nice. If they could expand their comic sections and add back issues, we would spend more money here!”
“Friendly staff and generally is usually cleaned up/organized. I don't mind shopping at this location.I took off one star because the parking lot is a little cumbersome, but that is on par for the area.”
10AM - 6PM
908 Mainstreet, Hopkins
Hobby Shops
“Broad selection of Pokemon and Sports cards with fair trade-in value and knowledgeable employees. Very glad to have Ultimate Collectibles as our local card shop!”
“Great selections for all your craft needs and more. Hidden gems and deals and walking around always helps completing those craft ideas in your head ? Friendly staff, always willing to help.”
“Running errands around Eden Prairie and stopped by this Michael's to look for a frame. I had the print with me as I wasn't sure of the best way to display it (a papyrus print from Egypt). There were a few options that would have worked, and then I spotted the *perfect* frame! So happy to spend $35 rather than a couple hundred on custom framing. This location has self-checkout lanes, which I didn't have any problems with. The gal at the regular register was standing by and thoughtfully offered me a larger bag for my frame.”