I just went to Vlieger for the umpteenth time. My last two purchases totaled €1.20 and on each…read morevisit I was: warmly greeted, led to the products I needed, and my purchase was wrapped in paper with a cardboard backing to protect it in transit. And beyond that, this store has the best selection of paper (and related products) that I've ever seen in one place. P.S. if you go, don't miss the upper floor with a ton of additional papers.

Vlieger Papier is my top of mind choice when I need to buy calligraphy or drawing supplies…read more Upstairs they have a great collection of pens (parallel pens, brush pens, line art pens), pencils and everything you can imagine. Their notebook selection is also amazing, you can find pretty much any kind of artistic (plain sheets, these one with black covers - wired or not -, some other brands like Moleskine, etc) or note taking books (there was a day I saw a music sheet notebook too, so there's a lot of options) in different sizes. Some people say things are expensive there, but if you compare to some online stores in the Netherlands, it's the same price (at least for some calligraphy supplies; can't say about the rest). But you can also find "basic"/common stuff, like drawing pencils, erasers, rulers, these kind of things. If you're more into painting and crafts, you will find a lot of options in the main floor. They also have nice classy envelopes,.

Yessss! This is one of my favourite places in Amsterdam and this is the first store I ever went to…read morehere. Geek much?? One word: OVERWHELMING! But overwhelmingly GOOD! They have a huge range of products (merchandising) from movies, games, TV series, cartoons, you name it. They have toys, games, action figures, mugs, shirts, life size stuff, models, etc... Everything is original and the small store is super packed. It's small but there are three little small floors which you can browse forever, because that's how long it takes. They also have a webstore and you can take a 360 tour of the store on their website. If you are a Star Wars fan, you will faint here.

A must go for action figures (new or vintage) collectors, lot`s of cool stuff.read more

A shop hidden behind the albert cuyp market. Staff know their way around the store. If runway…read morecatwalk was filmed in amsterdam, this would have been their shop to get buttons, zippers, etc.

I loved this place. Wandered in here while strolling through Amsterdam and the owners were so kind…read moreand helpful. They let you walk all over the shop and have very reasonable prices

I entered this beautiful shop and found myself leaving in disgust…read more The owner needs to work on his manners. It really felt like he didn't want anyone inside his shop. I entered to possibly purchase something as I have a collection of fossils on my windowsill. Unfortunately, I did not buy anything but had a great time browsing. The owner made a rude remark as I left stating I didn't buy anything. I couldn't believe the rudeness of this man!

Fantasyshop Chimera is full of goodies. Super cute shop with tons of unique little accessories…read more Ideal store to shop for accessories or gifts.

When visiting this shop, the main reason is the upper floor. There they have many oriental goods to…read moresee and buy. I can't tell you howmany things they have but trust me, it's worth a visit! When you're looking for a original present, come see.

My husband stumbled upon this shop then told me that I needed to go! It is a sweet and small place,…read moreon two levels, filled with little printer's cases from which you pick the beads without which you cannot live. When I was there, it was full of women quietly rummaging through the drawers, designing their jewelry pieces as they went. There were lots of things I hadn't seen before. The two staff ladies there were stringing beads at a table on the upper level. Check out was fast and friendly and prices were pretty good.

This shop looks really nice from the outside but inside was a bit disappointing. There were two…read moregirls working there and I don't know if it was because it was close to closing time but they were not very energetic and didn't know much about their product. They didn't have anything authentically dutch and their product selection was limited. The girls also didn't know what material some of the beads were and they were not labelled. I bought a few things just to say I did, so while the store is worth popping into I wouldn't suggest going out of your way to go there.

From the owner: Studio Handmade Heaven is de creatieve werkplaats van craft-stylist en designer Twirre van…read morekraaijenoord in Amsterdam-Oost. DESIGN Als designer en stylist combineer ik craft-technieken en ambachten met gevoel voor stijl en kleur. Om zo jouw idee te kunnen vertalen naar een eigentijds product of concept. Zoals de verschillende prints ontworpen voor SNRK beddengoed die wereldwijd worden verkocht. DIY Ik deel mijn creativiteit, kennis en kunde in craft workshops, lessen, masterclasses en meerdaagse craft-vakanties.

Oh someone please keep me away from this place! I am spending all my money here!!!!!…read more I normally write about restaurants I visit but this little adorable shop is actually one of the places I keep going back to in the years I live in Amsterdam. It's a small shop on a side street right of the spuistraat. Beautiful shop full of hand made jewelry. This place is the main place I buy my rings and earrings in. (I'm not a necklace fan but they do have those as well). The style is very delicate and feminine and they have a big selection. The girls at the shop are really helpful and will adjust a size for you (mainly with rings) if necessary. Lovely shop. Not the cheapest place but I do have some of their things for a few years now and I'm really happy with the quality.

Loved this place ! Came across this little shop and thought I was going to like it as soon as I…read moreentered. In here, you'll find lots of jewellery, (rings, bracelets, earrings, necklaces) that is handmade in a studio in Amsterdam. I hesitated for a while, and finally decided to get two little gold filled hoops earrings with lovely details on them, and a little gold dot stud. The staff was super nice, and really helpful. And because I wanted a special pair but in an other size that the one presented in the shop, one of the staff member actually made it, in front of me. It's not cheap, but because the gold filled is such a nice and reliable material, and it is handmade, it's totally worth it. If you're in the neighborhood, definitely go and check it out ! They also have an online shop for those (like me) not living in Amsterdam.