The star was super helpful in helping me find charcoal supplies for my project. Chamois to smear…read morecharcoal and a charcoal sketch pad.

It seems that whenever I go in, for whatever reason, they are "out of stock" of the particular…read morethings I need. I mean really, WHITE mat board, both 'acid free' and 'archival' both missing white. People working there are nice Selection is wanting

The space was cute but pretty small compared to the other ones I've checked out. It felt crowded,…read moreand the options were nice but not much variety. It also didn't feel like they had many color choices, but it was quiet, they got it finished within 5 days, and they were kind, the prices were reasonable too. It's a nice place to go to when you have free time.

They do accept walk ins but appointments are definitely preferred which you can easily book online…read moreor over the phone. When booking, you can choose the length of your reservation, ranging from one to two hours but to be honest, I always feel like I need more time lol. Once you're there, you'll be able to browse a huge selection of items to paint, from bowls and plates to cups and animal figurines, I'm sure something will catch your eye. They offer a great variety of paints and tools, and if you have any questions, the staff is more than happy to help. Overall, I really enjoy the experience!! It's one of my favorite activity to do and relaxing way to spend time, whether you're alone or with friends and family. Definitely a good spot to hang out!!

Lots of misc. nic knacks. Hear they moved. Wish them well they've been around a long time.read more

What a gem in the Portland area. I'm so excited to get into crafting again after visiting the spot…read more So many different odds and ends at deep discounts. Perfect for many craft making needs! Can't wait to go back

This store is a bit dated and inside there seems to be no organization! The irony always cracks me…read moreup that a store that sells items to inspire creativity would not be creative in how they display and style the store! For example, there was a huge Christmas display as you enter straight in front of you. Then trees and garland and accessories on several aisles on the right side of the store. But wait, on the left side is more! It's all over the place. Today I needed to return a picture frame and pick up some melting chocolate to make pink and blue molds for a gender reveal party. I found that aisle pretty easily but as I searched for some last minute holiday decorations I was all over the place! Maybe that's their intention. Located in Janzen Beach Shopping Center, there is plenty of parking out front. Easy access on and off I-5.

No people to help. Would be good to hire someone. Decisions need to be changed at the top. Cameras…read morewatching your every move. Just very unfriendly store.

Just finished their slabtown backpack online workshop. It was a great experience and we were…read moresuccessful in completing our backpack. Ellie was there all along the way supporting us and guiding us. Her kits are amazing, everything is precut, all the hardware and tools are there. That allows us to focus on the fun of being creative sewers/bag makers. Ellie is a great teacher, she gives all the tools and resources to be successful. I would highly recommend this experience for anybody.

I connected with Klum House through Design Week Portland. I've never used a sewing machine, so "no…read moreexperience required" appealed to me. I made the dopp kit over about 2 hours. For that class, the machine is set up and no troubleshooting is required. The fabric is already cut to the pattern. This project is ideal for beginners; all my substandard seams were hidden! The owner-instructor has whole series of short project classes to make useful everyday things - bags and backpacks. You don't have to go deep into patterns or fabric, zippers, snaps, rivets, leather and other hardware, all that is included, in a range of a few colors you select. The projects include some specialty fabrics, like sustainable waxed canvas that are hard to source. Some of their other classes cover more challenging material to sew, like leather, and even a Pendleton panel. The most important part of my experience and this review is that the owner-instructor is patient and a great teacher. The owner-instructor perceives individual learning styles and adapts to each student. Her business model is brilliant. The classes are on the boss Singer 4423, which is an affordable machine to set up at home, continuing your adventures. For your own sewing adventure, Klum House has supply kits of useful sewing gadgets you used in class to purchase and take home. Best of all, after a Klum House project, "I made that" is a beautiful thing to say to individuals asking questions about your project, close around you, friends, and admirers on the street!

While this Michael's is a little trickier to find tucked away as it is, it's definitely worth the…read moretrek! My work recently gave us a budget to indulge in a hobby in, and knowing my brother had a birthday coming up, immediately said "BEDAZZLER" Who knew that bedazzlers do not affix to thermoses on their own? Who knew that you need 'Rhinestone Glue' to get them to affix? That said, off I went to Michael's where after some searching to find it (it's tucked past where the Toys r Us used be in Jantzen Beach) I was richly rewarded. The people there are incredibly nice, the selection is HUGE, and the person I spoked to in the glue section taught me more about glue than I ever knew was possible. As a bonus, I also picked up a new exercise stick while I was the for like 5 bucks! (4 ft dowel 3/4 inch). Will definitely shop here again and props to all the nice people at this Michael's, thanks again!

With this store a bit more tucked in, it seemed more clean and organized than other locations but…read moreapparently they suffer a great deal of theft. I would have not known - as I am not a thief, I am not thinking of that. I decided my bladder would not handle the shopping so I grabbed a basket so I could start shopping after since i needed glue which was right there at the back wall. Restroom clearly marked so off I went. Big signs with the 'restroom for customer only' and to find an associate to let you in... and the walk made the urgency a bit more but thankfully I could hear someone working in the framing area right there so I did the hello and can I trouble you for the code. Urgency growing as she fumbled the code over and over. Places apparently don't give the secret code out now and have to supervise you using the bathroom since, apparently, people memorize the code and give it out. THIS is where we are folks. Thankfully shopping was much easier than it was to use to restroom and I managed not to have an adult accident. The cashier was friendly and they had the super goopy glue I needed to get - they have a GLUE AISLE... so if you need to stick a thing to another thing, they got you. I managed to sneak past the Halloween stuff and BELIEVE ME, that's rough...I want it all! Then I went to the parking lot and was like WHOA What in the Actual F... because, you know that blinking blue like solar panel things you see in every parking lot now? IT SPOKE TO ME.... BELOWING at me ...VERY LOUD in an empty parking lot something about being a Micheal's customer and that they WERE FILMING ME... Ummm... WHAT??? I got in my car, after taking a picture - you got me and I got you creeper!! That was just waaaaaaay Xtra... It was 930am on a freaking Tuesday and I was the only customer - oh wait, I saw a husband and wife getting a game for their toddler.... I felt like maybe I missed the prison riot. So, I appreciate stores protecting themselves but the message I got is that I am lucky I missed getting stabbed by the unhinged people who also shoplift there while buying glue. Maybe order glue online next time.

I've been buying cards from here for several years. I love letter press and I love buying something…read morelocally made that I can send to friends and family. I enjoy their blank PNW themed cards that I can use for various occasions. I also love their holiday cards with matching envelopes. I've always ordered online and service is efficient, my order is correct every time.

I contacted Letterpress PDX because I wanted to work with a letterpress studio for my wedding…read moreinvitations but could not find any studios in my area. I found this studio on Google and called to see if I could consult for design and printing out of state. Jenn was immediately very accommodating and happy to help when I first spoke with her over the phone. She offered her time and we exchanged emails on quantity, materials, and inspiration for the suite. We iterated a few times making edits on design and text until it was just right before we finalized for production. Jenn was always quick to respond, professional and transparent about the changes we made to the design. The final product exceeded my expectations, the quality is top-notch and I'm so excited to send out my invites! I cannot recommend Jenn and the studio enough and hope to work with them again in the future!

I made my first paper with Jenn and Gary at WildCraft Studio School in White Salmon, WA. I had lots…read moreof fun, learned a lot and made lots of paper. Recycled, abaca, denim and hemp, plant fiber that we prepared. Sign up for one of their workshops or look for their mobile studio, soon to be on the road.

From the owner: Pulp & Deckle is a studio located in Portland, OR that is dedicated to sharing the art, science,…read morehistory and craft of handmade paper with others. We teach workshops, make custom paper goods for retail and wholesale, and operate a papermaking artist residency program.