Every time I have shopped at this location, I have always been warmly greeted by friendly staff…read more If you need assistance with anything, they are there for you. This location isn't as big as Granville Island, but I can always find what I need here. Prices are competitive, but don't expect them to be cheap. They sell higher quality items then your local craft store. That being said, I don't feel that they are overly expensive for what you are getting. They have a good selection of Alcohol Inks and Mica pigment powder. The powder lasts forever, as you only need a small amount. Cashing out is also easy and staff is genuinely really nice and laid back. ( Try to remember your own reusable bag as they only have paper ones ) They also have a good return policy - but as always save your receipt for best results !

Overall I find Opus a bit over priced, as I can find a lot of the products other places for less…read more However, it's still a great store. Where else can you find all these amazing art supplies under one roof? Nowhere I know of. Plus, the staff are awesome. So helpful, and always letting you test out items before you buy. Looking forward to my next visit here!

I heard about Kroma from my Emily Carr friend who suggested it as a local, more economical, and…read moreas-good-or-better alternative to the artist-favourite Golden products. I have to say I am extremely happy I made my first artist-quality paint investment here for those three reasons, and for the small-vendor service I get when I have questions. After consulting with the sole staff member on my first visit I picked up the 15-colour starter set for $60 plus a couple more tubes in larger sizes. Now every time I'm on Granville Island I just love spending a few minutes here where I'm sure to treat myself to a new colour; at $4-7 for a new 60ml tube it's good retail satisfaction value. The reduced selection compared to major acrylic brands is actually a relief to me; I am not bombarded by choice, and I can actually reach a point where there isn't more to collect (a good thing for me). I was very happy to recently see the always-fun Raw Canvas (http://www.yelp.ca/biz/raw-canvas-vancouver) using all Kroma paints...

I *highly* recommend Kroma Artist Acrylics to all artists, professional and amateur alike. These…read morepaints are high quality, very affordable, and Canadian made. I prefer them over all other costly and well known brands. When speaking to their customer service department I was treated professionally and kindly. The time between speaking to their representative (Jessica) on the phone to order my paints to having them delivered to my door - safely packaged- was a mere two days. I live in Alberta. For those who are wary, try out a few of their tubes and reserve judgment until after you have done so. I know you'll be happy with these paints.

I was in last week to put together a custom picture frame of a museum print -- I had no idea what I…read morewas doing but staff were super helpful, and conscientious about cleaning and removing dust etc.: I left impressed. 4/5 not 5/5 only because I had to come back a third time (initial measurements; unexpected issue; final assembly). The mat was cut for some reason in an oval shape, and needed to be re-done. Mistakes happen. ‍

I had a very disappointing experience at the Opus store on Granville Island. The two young women…read moreworking at the front desk on Friday, May 15th, showed a noticeable lack of customer care, professionalism, and consideration. Their attitude came across as dismissive and self-involved, making the interaction feel unwelcoming and frustrating. Basic courtesy and attentiveness were clearly lacking, which reflected poorly on the store's customer service standards.

I'm not a crafty person and don't make jewelry, so in the 20 years that Country Beads has been…read moreopen, I have never made a purchase, and I don't think I have ever set foot in the store. However, many a time I have looked at the colorful displays of beads in the window while walking by or waiting for the bus, so while I have always been aware of Country Beads, I have never had a need to go there. Then a couple of years ago I purchased a pendant at a craft fair and could not find the right chain to go with it. I remembered Country Beads and I was able to find the type of chain I needed, and I was able to customize it to just the right length as well. They also attached the clasp for me, and it was a very reasonable price--just a couple of bucks, whereas a jewellery store would have charged at least $20. From then on, I decided that I would go to Country Beads for all my necklace needs. Last year I purchased a couple of necklaces. They were cheap (about $30 for both), but I loved them as they went very well with several of my outfits, and people always complimented me on them. So I was worried when they broke in a way that I, a non-crafty person, could not fix, then I thought of Country Beads, and was pleased to discover that they do repairs as well. The price of repairs is $20 an hour plus materials (the materials are not terribly expensive, though), and I figured that based on the type of repairs that needed to be done (which seemed very complicated to me), it would cost me more than the price of the necklaces. But I loved my necklaces so much that I was willing to pay whatever it took. So I was pleasantly surprised when the bill came to only $26--$15 for labour, and the rest for materials and tax. And my necklaces are as good as new. So whenever I need a chain or a repair, Country Beads will be my go-to place. Go to Country Beads for all your necklace needs!

Wonders for people that wants to make their own bracelets and earrings, TERRIBLE CUTOMER SERVICE at…read morethis place! I was in and out more than 10 times, been buying strands here regularly but the owner and staff are genuinely unfriendly. I wish there are other places in town that sells strands and offers classes and service that doesn't give this type of attitude towards their customers!

DO NOT order for here! They will take no responsibility for…read morethe package actually arriving. My package never arrived and I do know this for sure. They would not refund my purchase. Never again...

Gorgeous scarf and wonderful customer service. I also especially appreciate their ethical sourcing…read moreof products and support for local and international artisan communities.

Fine art printing and framing powerhouse... they are one of the last places in Vancouver that makes…read morehigh quality fine art and canvas prints in house. All the staff are super friendly and they have a huge binder containing all of the different papers they supply including different kinds of Hahnemuhle and even Arches aquarelle. They put a lot of effort into making sure the print's colours are as close to the original as possible and that is something super important for me. Capture service for non digital art is fantastic and every step of the way was professional. Other options include mounting a print on an aluminum panel or sandwiched with a piece of acrylic which look beautifully modern. The entrance is the red door on the corner - you have to buzz the doorbell to be let in. Lots of street parking and super close to Granville Island if you do need to buy art supplies. Highly recommend for anyone who is interested in reproducing their art!

From the owner: Opus Printspace provides high quality fine art printing services on a wide variety of fine art…read moresurfaces, as well as card printing and custom framing services. Consultation services to help new and established artists grow their business and support with all aspects of their creative journey

Today we decided to visit the market and seen this place randomly! I love the concept of this place…read morebecause it's a perfect date to have with your partner and we did just that! You could do bracelets, necklaces, charm bracelets, phone straps, I think rings as well. They also have bulk stuff. Walking in, it was honestly overwhelming. There's just so much to choose from. The only reason we have 4 stars we because the service here could've been better. Me and my partner weren't greeted, we were left kind of confused and figured it out on our own. We finally asked for help and she explained it pretty well. Besides the okay service, the activity itself is actually so fun. I love the variety of beads they have and charms. There's gems, regular beads, all that you need. They all have different prices so watch for that. The prices around $16 each in US dollars. So it was actually pretty good for the fun you're having along with the cute bracelet you can make!

Not sure what the negative, or even 3 or 4 star reviews are about…read more I don't come here often, but always visit when I come into the city and visit Granville Island. I always score impressive pendants, findings, and sterling silver bails/findings at a great price. Great, friendly service too, at amazing prices, especially for Granville Island/Kitsilano. I was looking for blue fire/flame labradorite pendants, and I looked everywhere but couldn't find anything remotely suitable under $100. Upon walking into Beadworks, there was a display of crystal pendants, and they had a few Labradorites for $22! I quickly grabbed one, when a staff showed me a nearby dish on a display with more similar pendants. I found a gorgeous square briolette labradorite pendant for $32! There are tons of gorgeous, handmade pieces in their front window, I asked and was surprised at their reasonable prices. I asked the staff about silver bails, requesting sterling silver, and then showed me a square bin of many, for $4 each. I left with 2 stunning pendants and a couple of bails for $50, half the price of 1 single pendant in nearby shops. Service was helpful and friendly, despite being VERY busy on a sunny Sunday Labour Day weekend. I've since bought a raw ruby pendant, more findings, so this is now my go-to for new pendants and supplies from now. I cannot recommend their selection, prices or service levels, highly enough!

Their price and service are way better than Dominion Blue. I usually pay extra for their delivery…read more It is still cheaper than just to pick up at Dominion Blue. I would give them 5 stars if they can open a shop in Richmond.

While the main inventory at Pretty Up reads rather monotonously (plastic beads, glass beads, metal…read morebeads, and stone beads) curious shoppers will find many other cute items. There is a nice collection of gel candles (priced at around $10) that suspend miniature scenes within them. I found a good gift of an ocean-themed candle here. The large beading section is a bit haphazard, but offers a different variety than available at Country Beads. I'd go to Country Beads to create classy, lasting jewelry and to Pretty Up for fun, cheaper jewelry. That's not to say you can't find something to meet your style at either. And when you're done creating your treasures, you can check out the adorable jewelry boxes available too.

Pretty up beads has a nice collection of beads, from metallic, plastic and other fabrics and…read morecharms to all the colours of the rainbow. It's a cluttered, busy-and-beady environment, I really like it though. I don't make beads or wear beads, but I think for crafty people it could be really great. And the kids love it. The best part is that it's in a trendy part of town, so you can go out after and eat, drink and be merry.