Michael’s
1690 N. Main St., Salinas, (831) 296-3301 121 General Stillwell Drive, Marina, (831) 384-0562, michaels.com
Before you even step through the doors, take out your smartphone and load the Michael’s app, smartypants, which frankly you should have done anyway. I mean, do you even craft? Once it’s loaded, pop it open, hunt down the daily deals and ohh, there it is: 40 percent off any regularly priced item. Bliss. Whether your jam is knitting, scrapbooking, jewelry making, framing, needlepoint, painting, coloring or floral arranging, Michael’s has what you need – and has a good deal. Is there anything better than a relaxing crafternoon to soothe the weary soul?