This is a lovely shop crammed full of items for the artist and hobby enthusiast. The staff are very…read morehelpful and will order items if they are not in stock. The range is good but some prices are a little on the high side for the more run of the mill items. The isles are close together which makes it hard for a pushchair. Parking is up the road in the public car parks and the shop is located on on of the town centres main roads.

Situated in Custard Factory's ultra chic network of shops, Bench 504 is where Birmingham's graffiti…read morefanatics come to buy their spray paint. The product range is pretty comprehensive featuring major brands such Montana Hardcore and Belton Premium. The shop sells all the attendant accessories necessary for graffiti art such as caps, markers or replacement tips, as well as a small range of designer clothing. The prices are pretty much what you'd expect, the shop itself is sufficiently cool for what it sells with it's smart storefront and wares cannily displayed in an eye pleasing manner. The only small fly in the ointment is that sometimes not open at it's advertised opening hours so calling ahead before visiting maybe prudent.

The place to come for all your graffiti or design related needs. I came in here to make an order…read morefor a community project that I was involved in. No real knowledge of what to buy so the expertise was both excellent, friendly and informative.

This is a great find I had found this shop on google maps before visited Stratford Upon Avon. This…read moreshop is not on a main street so I could of walked past it had i not had a map. A really good range of products for the beginners crafter as well as the more experienced crafter too. Everything you could ever stamps, papers, peel off's, trimmings, brads, punches and eyelets. Many many more item and helpful staff so if your a little lost just ask the staff are ubber friendly.

Sometimes it just works great to add that personal touch to your presents and cards. I think a lot…read morepeople really appreciate seeing DIY hard work put into their birthday gifts. If the above sounds right up your street, then Rainbow Ribbons is the best place for you to go to purchase your bits & bobs & trinkets, in order to fuel your creative streak. Entering the shop, you'll encounter ribbons as far as the eye can see, which are different widths and in every colour you could possibly imagine. In other words, if you're very picky about how you want your present to look, you'll be catered for perfectly here. The same applies to paper and card, as you'll find a further infinite selection of colours and qualities that are just brilliant for card making enthusiasts. And even if you can't find something that you're after, ask a member of staff, and they're sure to find it. The shop owners are very approachable and friendly, so never fear. Rainbow has literally thought about everything, from single hole punchers to needles to other equipment that even I have no idea what it's used for. But of course, if you're passionate in this area of creativity, then I'm sure you'll know exactly what everything does. This place is really worth travelling to, and it makes me want to start being artistic with presents myself.

From the owner: We stock a large range of card making and craft equipment, tools and materials from all the major…read moresuppliers including Creative Expressions, Crafts Too, Spellbinders, Ranger, Pion Design & many more..... As well as holding our regular classes and workshops all year round. Please see our website for further details.

It is an artist's dream place and a nightmare all at once! It is impossible to step in and come out…read moreof there empty handed and a full wallet. They have every thing of the highest quality and all the best brands. The prices may be a little high, but well, if we're talking big art brands, this is to be expected. And honestly, when you look at the quality, it's all worth it at the end. Plus, they sell their own merch too in a much more affordable rate! The staff is really nice and polite, and don't mind chatting with you if you have any questions.

Despite several visits to tilt just across the road, I was still yet to even realise this place was…read morehere. A business meeting brought me nearby, and curious to see if they sold screen printing kit, as I'd bought textiles medium in one of the large London stores. Low and behold, of course they did, and as a total bonus- on offer too. Even though it's a chain, and art shops are expensive, this shop mostly gets 5* because of how lovely the staff are. They happily kept my purchase behind the till form me until after my meeting, and we gossiped about secret bars and the fact high up took Frida Khalo's moustache off on the poster. Lovely folk- give them you ur money. There's just something so satisfying about art supplies.

A great little stationers and whilst the stock in store isn't exhaustive, if there is something you…read moreare looking for then they can usually order it in the very next day for no extra cost. Brilliant service and competitive prices. They have a good range of pens, some office furniture and single paper stick to chose from. They have some essential craft stock from spray mount to inks, as well as staplers and bull dog clips. Delta Pi doesn't have a car park and on street parking can be difficult unless you leave one in the car with the engine running whilst the other hops out.

I love Delta Pi - the shop isn't massive, but they pack a wide range in - with a leaning towards…read moreart supplies rather than endless stacks of A4 notepads. The staff are knowledgeable and keen to help - I've been trying to source a particular type of ceramic blade, and whilst the man in the shop had never heard of it he took down all the details and is going to enquire with his suppliers to see if he can help. It's this kind of level of service that you would never EVER get in a big chain like WH Smiths!

Earlswood is packed full of little independent businesses, all set out in an old fashioned farm…read morevillage. Earlswood Interiors & Crafts in particular is one of the shops in this collection that truly maintains a unique feel, taking customers back to a bygone era surrounded with a love for handcrafted items. The shop aesthetics are all about the amazing, long-forgotten tradition of wood carving furniture. And for me, this artistic skill beats any cheaply mass-produced house items every time. It's so lovely to find out that places like this still exist, and more so, places that encourage customers themselves to have a go at making their own furniture/ornaments. That's right, the company aren't just selling their products, they're also a little workshop for budding creative people. When entering the small, cosy little shop, the smell of fresh wood immediately hit me. It's one of my favourite smells, and really captures my imagination. Exploring the shelves, I uncovered little wooden mice, mushrooms and owls, which all had unique features urging me to purchase them. If I had enough room at home, the carvings would all be sitting on the table next to me now as I write this review. But unfortunately, I had to leave them back at the shop until I make some space through my own clutter. The shop also sells bigger items, from walking sticks to tables and chairs, which have all been unusually and affectionally created. This little place deserves all the support it can get. Why not transmit the handcrafted passion and bring some character to your own home. I'm certain you won't regret it.