I can't believe I had never explored this store before!…read more Seattle recreative (the sodo location) has just about everything you could ever need for crafting. They had fabric, all aspects of sewing and scrapbooking, jewelry making, bulk paint and glue, glitter, and a wide selection of different containers. I don't think I could even write everything they had. The prices are dirt cheap: I bought 9 or 10 things for $5. If you (like me) are really into sustainability, I can't think of a better place to pick up your crafting supplies.

I was looking for craft supplies for a project and didn't want to buy all new stuff, but kept…read morestriking out at Goodwill. Somehow, I had never heard of Seattle ReCreative, but I'm glad I stumbled upon it! The store doesn't look like much from the outside, but it's much bigger than it looks. The front rooms have sewing supplies, knitting/crochet needles, fabric and notions, plus modeling clay, jewelry and beading stuff. As you go further back, there's a room with office supplies, a section of cards and stationery and paper ephemera. The biggest area is in the back, though, where the main warehouse is. That's where you'll find gift bags and tissue, floral supplies, wicker baskets and tins, paint, and tons more random stuff. The other side of the warehouse is a crafting area that looks like it can be rented out - they said they had had a bunch of kids in earlier for a field trip. You definitely have to sift through the piles of stuff to find what you're looking for, but the prices are very reasonable. I love that it's reducing waste and encouraging creative reuse - anyone with hobbies knows how expensive it can be to get started with supplies, and this is a good way to try things out inexpensively. (Or get rid of the evidence of an abandoned hobby.) Their hours are a bit limited, but similar to other small crafting/hobby supply shops. Overall, if you're willing to roll up your sleeves and hunt, there's lots of treasure to be found!

Best gift shop in the area! And bonus they have art supplies and cards and puzzles and frames. All…read moresorts of good stuff to go explore on a rainy day or if you just need a quick present or dopamine hit lol.

I had such a fun time looking around this storeThis place has soooo many cute and fun things!! I…read moreliterally wanted to spend all day here! I was able to find gifts for everyone here...for graduation, Fathers's day, teacher's gifts, and birthdays for kids, grandmas, and peers! I loved the little sections of different kinds of interests; from Taylor Swift, traveling, camping, animals, capybaras, kids' stuff. There is something for everyone here!!

I had Apex Art Lab come out and hang about 15 pieces of art and a mirror in my house, and they did…read morean incredible job. They communicate well, were very knowledgeable, and very precise in creating the arrangements and hanging them at just the right heights with perfect spacing. The mirror was the heaviest piece and they got it securely installed, and one of the pieces of art went on a wall with wallpaper and they got it on with no scratches or anything on the wallpaper. I'll use them again in the future and highly recommend them!

Forrest and Alex did an incredible job installing art and family photos on our walls. They created…read morethe design layout, listened to my input and perspective and brought our art and family photos to life! Every picture was measured and positioned perfectly. We use Apex Art Lab for all our framing needs and they always deliver above and beyond through kind, punctual and professional service with an artistic perspective.

This was the first time I had been to Michaels, which was a bit overwhelming and had no idea where…read moreanything was. I asked a salesclerk and she didn't know either nor did she try to help. She just pointed and said, "I think." It wasn't that busy; however, all the salesclerks didn't bother to ask if I needed help as it was obvious I didn't know where to find things and they were too busy on their phones. POOR customer service. Frustrated, I was walking all over the store trying to find what I was looking for. Luckly, this one very nice salesclerk noticed I was overwhelmed and asked to help me. She wasn't sure they had what I was looking for but she went out of her way to try to find it. Mmmm, the first salesclerk didn't even attempt to try to find it. Will try to find another Michaels!

selection, staff to customer ratio, staff courtesy ei. "hello i see you someone will be right with…read moreyou." rather than ignoring all the customers in line when you just walk fcking by!!! I will say the other other woman was apologetic but this has happened so many times. Michael's pay enough people to work the register so your staff doesn't have to go out on the floor to help people. Not hard to figure out, you're just being cheap at the expense of your customers. You lost your one!! I will NOT be back EVER, not worth the perpetual frustrations.

This little shop was so much fun to browse. There were so many things that I would have loved to…read morehave brought home with me to San Francisco, but as a chronic overpacker, I really didn't have room. Lucky for me that they have an online store that will ship to me! There were art prints that I loved, and a book series by Nolen Lee that I am ordering soon. Great shop worth a visit!

I love Handmade Showroom! I make it a point to stop here every time I'm in Seattle and I always…read morefind a gift for someone here and my cats always get a little something. They have a great cat/dog toy section! The store features art and goods from local artists and there's so much cute stuff. I can easily spend 15-20 minutes perusing all the goods. I found the employees to be lovely whenever I visited. They sometimes would tell me about an artist if I'm looking at their wares and I love hearing more detail about things but I never felt pressure to buy anything.  Also they sell anything under the sun here from jewelry to vases to clothes to things for kids and babies. Great variety. I found a random darling egg sticker for my friend who loves eggs and my friend found these cool mushroom magnets for her sister who loves mushrooms. See, this store is amazing!  Pacific Place is a shell of its former self. A lot of the stores have closed and it seems like most people who do come here are coming to eat at Din Tai Fung or HaiDiLao but if you're in this mall make sure to stop by the 3rd floor and check it out! Highly recommend it! There's something for everyone. Also can be a fun way to while away some time if you're waiting for your seat in the above restaurants.  Also I just learned they have a website  https://thehandmadeshowroom.com/ so apparently I don't have to be in Seattle to shop their goods! Free shipping on orders over $50.

Jayeness is an essential company for local artists, galleries, art framers, and anyone else in the…read moreart business. This is a classic local, family-owned business. They are reliable, knowledgeable, and provide excellent service to their customers. Don't hesitate to patronize this business, you won't regret it.

Prompt and dependable, Jayeness delivers quality frames and supplies, with an abundant selection at…read morean affordable price. And they are friendly! I've been a grateful client for nearly 20 years,

Went for my friend's birthday and we loved it! The woman who runs it was so nice and helpful. Every…read moreother paint your own pottery place I've been to just let's you did your own thing without much guidance, but this studio has a wall full of examples techniques using different materials, e.g. Sponges, burlap, tape, feathers, there are instructions for the different techniques on all the tables, and the owner (manager?) was happy to give us advice and instruction. I branched out of my comfort zone and did some different techniques, including sponges, and I'm so happy with how they turned out! One negative review made her sound pushy and intrusive, but that wasn't our experience at all! She let us do our own thing and then was happy to give us advice when we asked. Also, when I was in the back washing my hands, she showed me some of the other customers recently finished pieces and spoke about then so lovingly, "They all have a story!" she gushed. I got the impression that she loves this studio, her customers, and the art that gets created here. Finally, the studio is a lovely space! Lots of windows, art work on the walls, painted pottery examples all around, and free parking in the back!

Such a great hidden gem in this area! I found this business via Yelp and love to recommend it to my…read morefamily and friends. Very calming environment, lots of pieces and glazes to choose from and the owner was extremely helpful! Similar to other business like these, you pick you piece, paint it and pick it up in a few weeks when they are ready. Will definitely be coming here again!