If you need a stationary in Fulham, Perry is the place to go. It is a place where you can look for…read morehours for new ideas and discover different ways of binding, painting techniques, paper quality. I sometimes have a hard time what I actually need and not need. Always ask for student discount. I would not buy their expensive ink cartridges. However, there unique selling point is that you can send a fax! Who would have thought I would use fax in our generation of technology - but that time it was urgent and the only solution. You are also able to do photocopies: both - black & white and colour prints. The owner is very kind - if you need something specific, you could ask him to order it for you, it might take a couple of days but is less hassle. They are specialised in sketchbooks and lots of sketching paper - the worst thing, which can happen to a student running out of paper at the weekends. Note: Perry's is open on Saturdays only!

I don't really come into places like these very often nowadays. I am not a child, an artist or…read moreBanksy. Actually, scratch that last bit, what do you know, I might be. Either way, I just don't really use stationers much now. That being said, I still love their specialism and their smell. This one is a pretty good example of the breed, lots of stock, pretty decent collection of art and graphics materials plus they also sell a bit of office furniture (machines) and computer supplies. Comprehensive and reassuringly busy most of the time.

This is one of those few establishments that has managed to combine an effective business with…read moreeducation, fun and passion. Simply, it's a place where kids can come and paint pottery. I know they do all that at school but I remember loving it and maybe when your mum/dad is there too you get a bit more attention and praise for your art. But kid's if you're reading this, just don't piss your mum off by drawing her fatter than the sun. Her head can be the size of the sun, that's fine but not her arse. They're not lying about the café bit either. They've got a really good coffee machine and lots of drinks and sandwiches and the like so that you can pass the time pleasantly enough too. Really great way for the kids to have a bit of fun and it's mighty sociable so you'll probably meet loads of the other local mother/fathers too.

I will admit that this review is slightly biases as my very very dear friend Vera works at this…read morecharming spot. I had the opportunity to visit the Potter Cafe while visiting Vera last March. I had a lovely afternoon after my long flight from Chicago, sitting with Vera and Faye, drinking coffee, munching cookies, and painting my bowl. The shop itself is adorable, with a nice cafe up front, gifts to buy, and an open airy studio in back. Faye and Vera are wonderful people and really made me feel welcome and well cared for. They were attentive to all of their costumers and the work space had a friendly, welcoming vibe. I painted a nice bowl, which was a perfect keepsake for my trip to London. Whether you are an out-of-towner like me, or live in the neighborhood, I recommend stopping by and even bringing the kids. Its a nice way to pass an afternoon.

It does what it says on the tin…read more I've heard that this section of the market is at the tightest end of the credit crunch and places like these, selling non essentials - ornaments, candles and knickknacks - find it the hardest in times of crisis. So who knows how long this will last but it certainly has been around for quite a while, a good sign probably. In addition, this store is located in a posh bit of town where people aren't as strapped for cash. Also, this shop isn't an independent it's got a company behind it which mostly sells on the web. The address is www.candlesontheweb.co.uk if you want to check it out.

Disappointing, unfriendly service. Seems like it's a struggling independent business but to put it…read moresimply, just not a very good gift shop.

This WH Smith has no reviews. It might feel lonely next to its Yelpy neighbors. So I thought I'd…read morehave my say. It's a WH Smith in a mall. So less snacks and such that you get at the common station locations. Lots of magazines, a small selection of (mostly paperback) books, slightly overpriced stationery, & various bits abd bobs for office and home. It is neither amazing nor horrible. They don't always have the same magazines in, which is annoying when I stop in to look for things published quarterly and they only get it 2 of the 4 quarters. But the sales staff are nice enough and WH Smith quite often have a free something deal if you're on O2 and use their Rewards app. So I've gotten a number if gratis goodies from this place. It's fulfilling its genre in the area. So it works.