I'm a crafter/hoarder and I was in the neighborhood, so I stopped in. I'm going to need to go back better prepared next time... That is to say, I should've brought my own small containers and cash. There were a few things I might've taken home with me if I'd had a good way to hold them and pay for them. (It's a $1 fee for credit/debit under $10 purchase, which... getting above $10 here is actually something that would take genuine effort, lol.) While I was there on a Thursday afternoon, it was quite bustling with people scrounging about. I overheard a lot of chatter from those who are regulars who come in once a week to see what's new to choose from. My guess is there's likely a lot of turnover in what's available, since it all comes from donations. I could probably stand to bring them some stuff I have that's been lying around and not being used. This is not a large shop, but it's packed with all sorts of stuff. Honestly, you kind of just have to go there to experience it. But I tried to take some photos of the kind of stuff you MIGHT see there to give you an idea. For example, I certainly wasn't expecting to see a 55 gallon drum of tennis balls or bottle caps. But there they were! You'll need to parallel park on the street as there is not a lot that I saw, but the good news is that parking seemed to be ample as it's a mostly residential area. They do have a bathroom for customers if you need. read more

This store is incredible! The only place I know you can walk out with a bag full of unique craft supplies for like under $5. And they do classes! highly recommend. Feels like walking into an art teachers closet. read more

ArtScraps - Art Supplies Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I love this store for cheap items to start a project or test out things you might not have had a chance to before. I got paper, tools, paints, and ephemera for junk journaling and altered book projects. The owners now have the opportunity to purchase their building, so rounding up helps them put that money toward the goal. read more

An amazing selection of arts and crafts supplies at prices that are hard to believe. I was able to get everything I needed for a craft night in for less than $10! The folks who were working were super friendly and the vibe of the store was so welcoming. I will certainly be back any time I need to add something to my craft stash. The selection is expansive and it's amazing to know I can pursue my favorite hobbies in an eco-friendly and sustainable way. read more

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So cheap and stocked! You will always leave with something great without breaking the bank.

great selection i could spend hours here! a little over priced on buttons and stickers but great if you want to get affordable scrapbook paper and recycled material read more

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Very cool place for anyone interested in rummaging through little cool items of all kinds!

What an absolute gem of a shop! Perfect for picking up a random assortment of art supplies to spark creativity, and the prices are truly unbeatable. It's wonderful seeing a business thrive and help keep stuff out of landfills! Next time I'll bring my 4 year old so he can help pick out some project supplies. read more

Got some goodies for such a great price! There is street parking nearby, and the employees are always so helpful. I've had some good luck finding little treasures from here at such a good price! Vast selection of anything and everything crafty! read more

Truly a magical place! Fantastically crazy things that you can find here: photos of random people, art boards/matte that would cost you $10+ anywhere else for a buck, 1000s of beads, fabric scraps of unknowable provenance, unnameable objects of brass, wood, or plastic. My favorite treasure from today: this beautiful Dewalt power shop catalog from 1954. read more

ArtScraps - DeWalt power tools catalog, ©1954. - Art Supplies Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

This is a Yelp Community Manager's dream. Also, one of those places I visit so often that I forgot to review it! Artscraps is a surplus/secondhand store from art and crafting junk. I do mean that some of it IS junk, but if you're willing to dig around in the tiny shop, there is also a lot of useful stuff in here! DIY-ers will love the extra cardstock, occasional fancy paper, popsicle sticks in different sizes, excess hardwood floor samples, old posters, sticky green neon paper, big cardboard tubes, old graphic design books, etc., etc., etc... Proceeds go to charity and the prices are more than reasonable (and flexible). Teachers, crafters, indie wedding invitation-makers... this one's is for you! read more

ArtScraps - Cute lil' artwork I saw on the walls! - Art Supplies Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I had this place bookmarked the minute I moved to the Twin Cities 2 years ago, but I never made it there until recently. I know, procrastination. I was in the Macgroveland-Highland area and decided to stop by. Luckily it was within operating hours too. Artscraps is located right on the corner Of St. Clair and Pascal. There's a cool mosaic on the side of the building and parking is limited to the street only, but it's a residential area so parking isn't an issue. The shop itself is tiny, but packed to the brim with paper, buttons, beads, needles, paint, brushes...practically anything your mind can dream of. The back area of the shop looks like it's reserved for art classes and has artwork hanging on the walls. Actually, there is artwork hanging all over this place. You know when you go to Michaels because you need one foam sphere for your project, but it's only sold in a pack of 3 so you have to purchase 3 or don't get it at all? You don't have to go through that dilemma here. If you need only one of something, just get one! It's wonderful. read more

This is the greatest store! I'm in town visiting relatives and wanted to check out the art supplies resale shop. What a great adventure! So many things and such a variety of stock. I had the best time poking around and came away with many treasures - all for $30!!! If you need art supplies but are on a budget, go to this store! read more

More like a 3.5 because they can really work on their customer service but if you're looking for cheap art supplies, this is the spot! I bought calligraphy ink that's originally around eight dollars for fifty cents! Spotted a Winsor & Newton professional watercolor set for a really good price here too. *** Frugal artists, shop here... even if they don't welcome you into the store or ask you if you need help anything. #throwingshade :P read more

Art Scraps was one of my favorite stores when I was younger, mostly because they sell a lot of weird shit. Do you need 400 film canisters? Okay. What about some glittery sticker vinyl in a giant sheets? Ribbons? Buttons? Vintage postcards? It's all here, and it's pretty cheap. You can buy things individually or by the bagful and they do crafty birthday parties and summer camps. Pretty unique place. read more

We went to ArtScraps for the very first time for a Birthday Party and it was a wonderful party. My 5 year old had a wonderful time and I look forward to going back to pick up some fun "art scraps" for crafts and projects with my children. read more

This place is great for affordable supplies for art projects little or big! A great find for the artist in everyone!

I second Ashley's review. I came here once, more than a year ago now, but I won't forget it. What a cool place! The time I went there, I just went in to see what I could see. Although they were unable to accept my offering of leftover plastering stuff, I did find a very large cardboard barrel filled with all different sizes and colors of fleece. I bought a paper shopping bag full of scraps for a few bucks. That was fun. I'll be back. read more

I love this place! Its great if you are a crafter, teacher, nanny or just in the market for cardstock, random keys, buttons from old community events, empty medicine bottles, broken crayons or any reusable materials. It is ecofriendly, inexpensive and supports artstart (a children's art program). read more

Artscraps is a very special place. As a society, we need to foster more places like It because they keep usable materials out of landfills and encourage creative growth. It's really fun to wander their aisles dreaming up projects based on what you find. There are plenty of very useful everyday objects, too, like storage containers of all sorts, stationary and envelopes in every color, printer paper, spare buttons, and adhesives of all sorts. They sell pairs of knitting needles for a dollar, beads from 5 to 25 cents, all kinds of seam bindings, embroidery floss, yarn, and sewing accoutrements. They have a whole shelve of cool catalogues of fabric and wallpaper samples that are great for small projects and collaging. The list goes on an on. If you are looking for something specific on your very first visit, you might get kind of frustrated, so let this be more of an adventure and less of a list-checking trip. This is a beautiful resource for anyone who enjoys making things. read more

I stumbled onto this little shop by accident last year and have been back a number of times since then. This is the kind of place where you never know what they'll get in next, so it's a bit different each time. Lots of stuff for a myriad of crafting needs as well as other items you might find non-craft uses for. Give yourself some time to explore as there are so many things tucked into shelves and bins, it will take a little while to thoroughly go through it. read more