Plaza Art is my go-to store for art supplies. Though, Blick Art in downtown DC is a close second!…read more I find just about everything I need at Plaza, which is in the Pan Am Shopping Center. The staff is always friendly and helpul. I like the member discounts too. I'd go with five stars for Plaza but for two li'l reasons I'll stick with 4: - they don't stock Staedler graphite pencils, and I just can't do General graphites. - some of the colors of Holbein gouache paint have been out of stock for a while. In all fairness, this might be because these Holbeins aren't currently available from Plaza's distributor. But I keep coming back!

This stores restores my belief that the cat lover to artist pipeline is real…read more My 7-year old daughter is both so I was so happy to discover this store right before the holidays. For professional artists, this store has everything you could ever want but I found the store just as enchanting as a casual browser. I especially loved all the unique craft kits that allow children to make everything from mini food to erasers to galaxies. As a stationary lover, I was impressed with their Japanese notebook and pen selection, as well as cute kawaii accessories like a leather cat pencil case which is now my daughter's most treasured possession. The store was clean and the workers were friendly. I'll definitely be back the next time I am in the area!

Surprisingly great place to buy presents for kids! I saw lots of little gifts for the younger…read morecrowd, and older kids/teens will appreciate the range of real art supplies as well as cute class supply stuff. I walked out with a bag of little surprises for my 4 year old for under $15. Actually way better than the "toys r us" inside the Macy's, which was bleak. The folks who work here were very nice and helpful. Recommend!

I've been a loyal customer for over a decade. They just lost the customer. On Friday August 21 at…read more3:30 PM. I attempted to purchase three Nido squishy toys for my two daughters and my niece. The manager refused to allow the purchase because they have a two unit limit per person. They've just lost a customer to Amazon. So much for good service. I hope it was worth it.

You need art supplies, you have found your place. Eclectic, independent store! They have…read moreeverything from books on "how to", to origami, calligraphy, lithography, clay, pencils, architect supply, inks in every color, papers (hand made paper)... and some fun toys.. they have some wonderful things, and from what I can tell they will order anything you need such as special mats for framing. So go ahead keep this independent in business!

Art Things is back! albeit in a smaller form. Came through with all the things I'd requested for…read morethe initial opening. Just about anything I'd use on a regular basis is now regularly stocked. I've even ordered some special items like a mat cutter. prices are pretty great! some things are even cheaper than Michael's! I'm delighted, and happy to have a close-by brick and mortar store again!

I love Artistic Artifacts!! They always have good quality fabrics and plenty of other mixed media…read moreto keep you inspired. The team of people working there are also amazing. They are always friendly and willing to help. They definitely have the most variety of fabrics I've seen in the area. While some can be pricey I promise they're worth it! They also have plenty of rotating quilt bundles if you need inspiration! Bonus that they also have good technicians if you need to get your machine serviced. I will say my only complaint is I wish there were more fabric types. They obviously specialize in quality cotton/linen fabrics but I would love to see more types!

Oh Wow! I could spent a week in this store! It's BIG and has lots of stuff - all kinds of stuff!…read more Fabric and notions galore! Great and helpful staff. GO - schedule lots of time for your trip - you'll need it!

I wanted to give this store a fair chance- I've been twice now, so my review is a combination of…read moreboth experiences. The first thing you notice when you enter the store is that everything is hodge-podged together- the "shelves" are the type of shelves you put in your basement or shed to store boxes- definitely not what you'd use for a store display. That being said, it's new and I'm sure it's expensive to open a new store, so whatever- looks aren't everything. They have a decent amount of items in the store for the size. Good quality sketch pads and pens. My major issue is the attitude of the owner. The owner of the store took every opportunity to speak poorly of the newly closed art supply store that was next door. The owner worked there for many years and opened this current store after the other store closed. When I walked in the first time, the owner was in the midst of a conversation with a customer about how "crazy" the former store owner was, etc etc. That customer left and I was the only one in the store. Since I live in the neighborhood I asked her questions about her new store- I didn't know she had any ties to the former art store in the same shopping complex, so I got to hear how awful this other owner was, how she wanted to overcharge her for everything, etc. I came in again last week to grab a sketch pad and it was the same story- I could hardly believe it. All this effort and breath wasted to put down a business that doesn't even exist anymore. I was so off-put by it, that I didn't even buy the sketchpad. As a business owner in Frederick myself, I think it's pretty easy to assume that we should all play by rule #1: do not speak ill of others when representing your business. Period. I don't know the history between the two women, but that doesn't matter to me- it's just bad business to speak poorly of others. She could have taken the opportunity to explain how she was going to do things differently, what she will carry and her hopes for the store, etc etc- instead she decided to take the low road and insult a company that is out of business and of no threat to her store. While there aren't too many places in town to purchase artist supplies from an independent dealer, I won't be shopping here again.

The service is excellent, very helpful and friendly. We have been doing business there for years…read moreand I would highly recommend.

An excellent store for treating yourself while browsing for items for your home; the only downside…read moreis that you always have to wait a long time to pay.

My favorite store ever as a Christian. So clean, big, and spacious! I got a giant frame for 50% off…read moretotaling only $33. Also this store doesn't take Apple Pay.

If you are a crafter and you love a hunt this is a MUST go!…read more There were so many things here to get and it's such a wonderful concept of reusing and letting another craft start! Paper crafts, sewing crafts, yarn crafts, clay crafts, painting crafts.... Ribbons, buttons, notions, and more! The owner was so friendly! And told us about promotions she was doing for teachers and classes and gatherings they host! Prices were marked or you could buy one of three bag sizes and fill it! What a deal! I can't wait to go explore all the goodies there again!

Finally peeped into this craft/ hobby spot in downtown Manassas. This is a craft girlie's HEAVEN…read more Given the amount of products they have (they are donation-based), everything is labelled and organized SO well. If you can't find anything, the owner is more than happy to assist and help you too. Pricing is incredibly fair and the selection is great. Cannot wait to frequent here for my crafty needs. Lot parking is available in the back.

Why I approve: - Decor - once you look at the store, even…read morebefore you walk in, you know it's a unique and original place with unique and original employees - 15-20% off of the manufacturer's suggested list price - 10% student/teacher discount with ID - Biggest art store in Baltimore and has all sorts of material including paints, sculptures, framing, watercolors, wood panels - Good customer service

Seriously the best anywhere near Baltimore!! They often have great deals and even when they don't…read moretheir prices are what you will find literally anywhere else. Such an amazing large vast selection of items and gifts. And more than anything all of the staff is beyond nice and so generous with their time. I wasnt feeling great because of over heating and they set up a chair in front of a fan and insisted on bringing me water!!! It doesn't get any better than these people and thIs store!!!!!

When selecting frames and matting for two pieces, including one made of glass, the advisor was…read morepatient and helpful. The pieces look great. Going above and beyond, Nick carried the bulky and heavy box to my car in the garage across the street. He saw me struggling when I picked the box up to leave and just stepped in to help. Very much appreciated!

I've taken two pieces here. The first piece of art was a stretched canvas that was still in its…read morewrapper... it came back with an inch long hole that I had to take to a restorer to repair (and incur costs). The second time, I came in to have them stretch a large canvas for hanging... which they apparently don't do (literally the only frame store I could find that doesn't do this). Plenty of other option in the area- just go somewhere else.