Here to review the framing. I needed a piece framed, matted, and wired in a custom frame last…read moreminute for an exhibition. I called a couple of places in the area and it was clear folks were trying to give me the run around and were being shy in their estimates. One place quoted me a truly unreasonable price for just a simple matte. I've gotten plenty of things matted and have done plenty a matte myself. No one ever charged what they told me. Lucky for me, I called up Jerry's Artarama next. I got a really good estimate for my frame but the framer was also honest about how pricy things could get with certain materials. Throughout the whole experience, I was never blindsided. Fortunately for me I also was able to take advantage of their custom framing sale. And there is another 10 percent off for members! When I first came in, it was clear the framer was sensing where I wanted to go with things, rather than leading me to the obviously most expensive options. She gave me solutions using frames they already have made (they have a large selection for reasonable prices) and also what I could do to make things fancier for extra. She showed me the difference between the museum plexiglass and regular plexiglass and explained that the major difference is UV protection. She also gave me the samples to compare for myself and choose, and we agreed on just appearance they are rather similar. I ended up going for museum grade but I really appreciated how she showed me all of my options and the prices and let me decide. She also helped me pick a frame that they could order in time and helped me choose which frame and matte width looked best. Even the rush pricing was not exorbitant. When I came to pick things up, it was wrapped, wired with bolts, matted, plastic protected, and ready for shipping. I came out of the experience with first class work/service and I never once felt preyed on. I think some framers can take advantage of the fact that a lot of people don't know a lot about the framing process or what is reasonable and so I really appreciated how professional and friendly Jerry's Artarama was through the entire process. I totally recommend them to both art professionals or to anyone who wants to frame a special photo. I am so incredibly happy with how everything worked out and will be back soon!

I have always found the staff at Jerry's in Providence to be knowledgeable, accessible, and…read moredownright nice. Great selection of inventory and competitive pricing and I appreciate the staff recommendations whether in conversation or in notes alongside the product. Well worth the trip.

I just took my niece to get some pen, pencils, journals and the such. She loved the choices and…read morethe selection of all those items. I spent some time checking out the RISD inspired items like t-shirts and mugs and I loved the designs and the colors. Very bright and colorful. The staff was helpful and friendly and there was always someone close to ask questions

Visited this thinking it's a store for the RISD Museum. It's a store where art supplies are…read moreavailable, shirts, mugs, magnets, and a few souvenir items. If you're doing touristy things and planning to visit, there's not much to see here.

I went in to Blick for a gift (they have a mechanical pencil that Wirecutter rates the best) and…read morewas impressed by their selection of art supplies. I am by no means a visual artist but I had a blast just looking at the supplies. What really blew me away was the customer service. I was greeted right away (as was everyone who entered the store) and informed that there was a sale going on and not to hesitate to ask if I needed assistance. I ended up taking them up on the offer to help as the pencil eluded me, but they put me on the correct path. Checking out was a breeze and they also told me I qualified for an educational discount of 10% everything not already on sale. All said, I got what I came for (along with a few other items) and was very happy with the experience.

My first visit to Blick and they had a large assortment of art supplies, very neatly and well…read moreorganized. Best of all the salesperson who helped me was knowledgeable, patient and able to help me find everything I needed as well as explain different supply options. What a great store experience!

I can't recommend Paperworks/Central Paper highly enough...They have been very helpful with some…read moreneedy & challenging projects I've had over the years. Jose who works the Paperworks cash & carry counter could not have been more friendly, helpful, and attentive to my needs. They're great at helping you find the exact stuff you need to pull off the vision for paper based projects. They have a great selection of paper, including plenty of fun surprises in their in store closeouts. Always well with the trip in.

Went in completely unsure what this place was going to be like. The sales clerk was extremely…read moreknowledgeable and very willing to help me pick out something that was exactly what I was looking for (blank greeting cards -- I like making homemade cards for people). They have multiple sales ongoing where you can get a lot of product for $5 or less, so I was able to get enough pre-folded paper for cards to last me many years to come.

5 Stars for a fabulous little gift shop with everything you could possibly need for gifts for the…read morewhole fam! We were looking for a very specific gift to send someone back home- a red lobster stuffed animal. As we walked past this shop we saw exactly what we were looking for right on the window display! I had my little dog with me and they welcomed us in- the gal at the register even gave my pup a treat! I could've spent hours shopping for the whole family, from jewelry, to games and puzzles, to art prints and home decor- There was so much to choose from! I'll definitely be back for more and am so thankful for the friendly staff!

Another cute gift shop in Providence. This is close to Frog and Toad. We were greeted by the…read morefriendly owner upon entering. They have cute magnets made by local artists; shirts, bowls, kitchenware, and so many others. If you're looking for high-quality Rhode Island t-shirts with cute designs (they are on the pricier side though), other souvenirs, and gift items, you should definitely check out this store.

Shop just opened! I've seen Summer curate and manage Restoration Hardware, American Apparel, and a…read morefew other places and to see this new space open is great! The store is selling all sorts of craft supplies and homegoods with a decent selection now and lots more to come. Most craft supplies are hard to come by in the city and are mostly curated towards painting / sculpture, Indigo seeks to fill the void. Come celebrate local business, merchandising magic, and some locally sewn goods!

Beautiful art that is fairly priced. Perfection! Mail order and in person st crafts show equal good…read moreservice.

Three Wheel Studio has a lot of beautiful, U.S.-made pottery. The store features pottery from…read moreartists from Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. The store features pottery by the owner, Dwo Wen Chen that is absolutely stunning. The pieces are perfect with autumn, decorated with red and orange leaves. This place is great when you are looking for unique, special gifts. I had a difficult time finding something small for my boss that was in my price budget. Expect to pay $20-$350 for a piece of pottery. For example, I paid $18 for a small tea bag holder about 3-4" in diameter. Definitely worth a walk-through, but keep in mind that prices are pretty steep.

The Foundry Art show was well organized and thought out. It was my first time attending and it was…read morerelatively easy to find parking. There was a great selection of artists to purchase items from!

I have been trying to get to the Foundry Art show for the past couple years and this year I FINALLY…read moremade it. There are many local treasures (a great way to shop local!) and something for just about everyone with varying prices. If you don't find a gift for a loved one, I'm sure you'll find one for yourself! It's very well organized, a neat, and not overcrowded (went on a Sunday). Their "checkout" process is great. When you arrive you can get a shopping basket and you are allowed to stroll around and pick up the items you wish to purchase. When it's time to pay, you can purchase everything together at once. In my opinion, this is a great system! All of the vendors and staff were very friendly! Here are the hours/days for 2013! - I might even make it back for a second trip! Friday, December 6th, 12-8pm Saturday, December 7th, 10-6pm Sunday, December 8th, 10-6pm Friday, December 13th, 12-8pm Saturday, December 14th, 10-6pm Sunday, December 15th, 10-6pm

Came back for a crochet 101 class taught by Venus. Great intro, and Venus was quite skilled at…read moremanaging 6 students all at different levels of experience & preparation. I can't say I can crochet a straight evenly sized chain yet, but I learned the chain stitch & single crochet. As a leftie, it often takes me longer to learn a craft because watching the instructor can be confusing - but Venus did a private demo for me (and for the one more advanced student she snuck in a lesson on crocheting in the round)! Great class, all around. Now I just have to learn to better control the tension in my yarn-releasing hand. I want to be ready for the new Crochet 102 class debuting in March.

From the owner: Knit Club is a crafting community and local yarn store. We have free and open to the public…read moreknitting circles on Tuesdays 6:30-8 and Sunday 4-6. All Crafters Welcome!