Art Essentials had a variety of painting materials. After going around town so happy I found this…read moregem! Has individual watercolor paint tubes available in variety of colors. Staff were super nice and helpful locating color I was looking for. Lots of arts supplies for painting or art activities for all ages.

Great selection! Everything for the artist and the only game in town. Plus the discounts keep me…read morecoming back.

There is a lot of everything for any artist of all shapes and form. You will find lots for mixed…read moremedia too and it could definitely take me 3 seconds for inspiration! If you're feeling down in the dumps from being stagnant... visit here and you won't be disappointed! Now the staff we encountered are probably the most perfect staff members for a place like Art From Scrap. They were so friendly and I felt at home amongst what some would call junk! So, considering that I found more treasures than your average typical artists... then the staff would be considered diamonds amongst the rough. Prices were well within my starving artist budget and I can say that the value of what was sold has me dreaming of returning everyday! Alas, my creativity has been sparked again and I am grateful for the staff for all the help they provided but mostly because the selection is priceless!! Love love LOVE this place!

Loveeeee Art From Scrap! I can spend at least a couple hours in there every time I go. I am always…read moreinspired and the employees are so kind. The prices are great and the selection is amazing. I hope to participate in a workshop soon. They sell everything from pencils, pens, photos, books, magazines, art, jewelry, knock knacks and more!

I use the crafters library for a private crochet lesson with Silvia. She was extremely…read moreknowledgeable, helpful and very patient. I would highly recommend them.

The Crafter's Library is pure magic…read more It's more than just a retail space for everything crafty. It is also a shared-working-space for artists, crafters, amateurs, kids, or anyone with a day, week, month or annual-pass to come, utilize the store's resources, and work on personal projects....or take a class and learn a new skill!!! I have been coming here for almost two years. Everything from the buzzing creative energy, the friendly-and-professional staff, the layout /environment, as well as the adorable "store dog", Achilles, is superb and unlike anything you've experienced before. Bring the kids, you won't regret it, and you will absolutely love it!!!

This is one of the many stores I have to stop in while I'm in Santa Barbara. It can be a little…read morepricey, however their rubber stamps and stamp pads are pretty reasonable compared to Michaels and JoAnns. They always have really cute gift items and novelty items by the register. The only reason I'm giving them 4 stars is because their staff is not the greatest. Some of the older ladies that work there are pretty rude and grumpy. No customer service whatsoever. Smile, old ladies! You live/work in Santa Barbara! You are blessed!!!

I shop at my local paper source a lot and stopped into this one while on the road. The selection…read morewas good, it's a good sized store, but the clerk was unhelpful and actually downright rude. It seemed like she hated her life.

The most wonderful array of paper goods and other gifts, all of the highest quality and many made…read morein house. I'm lucky I don't live in Santa Barbara or I'd spend all of my money here!

They have a cute collection of stationary but the shop mostly consists of gifts and trinkets…read more However, the staff did not greet us when we arrived or acknowledged us at all which was a bummer. I don't think I'll be back as there are other stationary stores with greater selection and better customer service.

If you're into stationery, junk journaling, or scrapbooking, consider this your warning: you will…read morelose track of time and leave with a bag full of things you absolutely didn't plan on buying. Ink Paper Crafts on upper State Street is a vibrant little creative haven packed with paper goods, writing tools, journaling supplies, and all the crafty goodies your heart desires. Whether you're a seasoned junk journaler or just getting into your creative era, there's so much to explore! The selection is great, with options for different projects and budgets, so you can find everything from little add-ons to supplies for your next big creative obsession. Definitely a spot where you can get a lot of inspiration without needing to splurge on every single thing (even if you want to). The staff is super friendly, helpful, and knows their stuff! Special shoutout to Michelle for the introduction and making me feel welcome. Bonus points for the parking lot in the back because we all know finding parking can be its own side quest. Fun fact: the owner also owns Buen Día Coffee Shop and Buen Día Print Shop in downtown San Luis Obispo. Clearly, they're building a whole creative universe, and I'm here for it! My verdict: Great selection, knowledgeable staff, and plenty of inspiration for your next project. Stationery lovers, consider yourselves warned. Your wallet might leave lighter, but your craft stash will be thriving.

Amazing stationary store find! Great selection of paper products and journals and stickers…read more I've driven by this place multiple times but have never stopped in before and I'm really glad I did! Cute, colorful and whimsical shop. A little on the pricey side but high quality and good variety. The workers were very good at giving us space to wander and look at all the great paper goods!

Love these types of stores. It's an art gallery where you can purchase locally made, affordable…read moreartwork. Jewelry, pottery, clothing, etc. I purchased a glass cat ornament for $15. I love it. Service was great. The owner's dog makes sure to greet every customer. Very calm, enjoys being pet on the head.

So great that this place has survived yet another move. I love it and really need to come in the…read morerest of the year and not just during the Holidays. I love the glasswork and the jewelry and I'm always good for a purchase or two of those but I also love the pottery and paintings, the woodwork and all the other amazingly creative creations they've got on display. I wish I could buy them all. These folks do such great work and I would encourage ANYONE to stop in and take a look. The new location is just a block down at 1015 State and is actually even nice than the previous one IMO.

SBCAW is the best! They are so organized, professional and friendly. I have submitted art to their…read moreReady to Hang show for the past three years and am already looking forward to next year.

Amazing service! I just needed a few copies and they did them while I waited!…read more Super helpful staff!

They are fast, communicate clearly and are always very helpful and responsive. Always enjoyed my…read moreprints!

We love coming to this arts & crafts fair every time we're in Santa Barbara. It's located on…read moreCabrillo Blvd, west of Stearns Wharf. There's tons of handmade treasures by local artisans. There's beautiful paintings, drawings, graphics, sculptures, pottery, photography, jewelry and more. Our favorite was YIN PING ZHENG, he specializes in traditional Chinese brush painting & calligraphy. His paintings were AMAZING! They were very affordable, all originals, even the small ones. They're made with watercolors on rice paper. He demonstrated an art piece for us, he had so much control, he made it look so easy. We ended buying 2 vertical paintings of plum blossoms which included frames. He was so humble, nice & friendly, he even offered for us to sit & he let a lady sit & wait for her daughter to pick her up. Make sure you drop by to say hi & check out his art pieces!!

On a cloudy Sunday morning, I stumbled upon Santa Barbara Arts and Craft Show on Cabrillo…read moreBoulevard. The show starts just after the boardwalk and lines the Cabrillo Blvd. I learned that this show is every Sunday from 10:00am-6:00pm. The show features arts and crafts including paintings, sculptures, jewelry, pottery and more. It was a delight to talk to the artist about their work in a very causal setting. Truly some unique pieces of art can be found at this show. Definitely worth a stroll if you are in town and heading to the beach. Parking can be found on Cabrillo Blvd or in the public parking areas. Note summertime can be very busy and tough for parking.