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With that disclaimer out of the way, they have an amazing selection of craft and hobby items at better prices than almost everywhere else. Typically my wife is the one doing these activities, but with one child still in Cub Scouts, I have to get involved at least once a year when we build his Pinewood Derby car. They have a great selection of wood blocks, wheels, accessories, weights, axle polishing kits, and model paint. If you really wanted to go all out, you could probably go crazy building a car here. I try to get the items we need, convince the kids that they don't need another science set or more dinosaur toys, and get home to start building the car.
The other great service they have is that if you buy a picture frame, they will put your picture in it for no charge. I recently went to reframe my college diplomas and while a custom frame would have been around $350, I found two nice frames for $15 each and had them put my diplomas in them so they were nice and straight. Now they look great hanging on the wall of my office and sometimes I glance over at them to remind myself that I really do have a Master's degree... especially when I'm doing something so basic it could make me forget.
Finally, before you check out, get on your phone and Google "Hobby Lobby coupon". There's pretty much always a 40% off coupon you can use to bring down the price on your most expensive item.
And remember, Hobby Lobby is closed on Sundays, so if you need something, remember to get it during the other 6 days in the week.
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