Okay, so let's be honest the holiday season can be chaotic, right? Last year, I was *determined* to create the perfect Grinch Christmas tree for my living room. Id been meticulously planning it, gathering inspiration from, you guessed it, Hobby Lobby. Im a huge fan; they have everything! Seriously, from ribbons to ornaments to that perfect shade of green tinsel, Hobby Lobby .com is my go-to.
Armed with my vision and a fully charged Apple Watch, I headed to my local Hobby Lobby Albany GA store, ready to snag the last few key pieces. And that's when the frustration began. I went to pay, confidently tapping my watch, only to be met with a polite, but firm, Sorry, we dont accept Apple Pay. My festive bubble *burst*.
Seriously? In this day and age? I know I'm not alone many people rely on contactless payments, and it's a real inconvenience when a store doesn't offer it. I even checked the Hobby Lobby Altoona PA store online, and the information wasnt clear there either.
After a bit of digging and asking around, I discovered why: While some individual stores *might* have employees who can process Apple Pay via a workaround, Hobby Lobby officially doesn't accept Apple Pay at the register. It's a bummer, I know.
Luckily, I had a credit card backup, but the whole experience left me a little deflated. I even ended up having to make a second trip to Hobby Lobby Altoona to pick up some extra craft supplies I needed to add a little sparkle to the tree! (They do have amazing Hobby Lobby art supplies, you know!) I'm a big fan of their selection. From Hobby Lobby Anderson SC to Hobby Lobby Ames, it seems to be a consistent policy across locations.
So, if you're planning a trip to Hobby Lobby, and youre relying on Apple Pay, be prepared with an alternative payment method. Don't let a payment snafu ruin your crafting adventure! And if you're looking for inspiration, definitely check out their website - you’re bound to find something perfect. Ultimately, do Hobby Lobby take Apple Pay? The official answer is no, but hopefully this little story helps you plan ahead!
Happy crafting, everyone!