An excellent art supply store that will have everything and anything you need. Great section for…read moregifts, too. Set aside some time because you'll want to wander the whole space. I'm so glad I learned about the free parking from Yelp, too.

Just had a bizarre experience here after being a customer here for years. I started at the Tacoma…read morelocation looking for stretcher bars by the master series in 24, 36, 30, and 40s. Tacoma was out but the sweet sales associates offered to order or call Seattle. I overheard them on the phone confirming various sizes. So I thanked them & drove up to Seattle. I noticed the Seattle location didn't have the sizes I was told, I asked the guy in charge of frames/ stretchers and he claimed I asked for one size then showed me a different brand from what was confirmed over the phone, a heavy duty variety. When I expressed frustration of being told the wrong thing, he walked off pouting, didn't offer to order any for me like Tacoma did. Not wanting to leave empty handed I grabbed a couple off sizes so I can work. On my way to check out, I informed my friend of what just occured and placed the stretchers at the register. The clerk said "You need to check out over there, Sir." My flabbers were gasted! My monocle popped out! I said "Sir? I'm not a sir!". This was strange and shocking to me. So I went to the proper clerk saying "They just called me Sir. What part of me gives man? I've never been called a man." So yeah I'm mad confused as to why my petite, adorable self in pink & lilac got called a man by someone who would not appreciate being misgendered themselves.... On Pride weekend of all times. And why wasn't I offered to have the supplies ordered for me like in Tacoma? Basically I received a wild goose chase, a bad attitude, lied to about what I overheard confirmed on the phone, and casually misgendered by Seattle staff. Very sad since I prefer supporting local. The Tacoma shop is a vibe with kind, helpful staff. I'll stick with them and Jerry's Art a Rama online. Apparently several reviews report bad behavior from staff over the past year or so. Don't need the funky ahh attitude when I just wanna create.

The Mecca for any craft related item you'll ever need! I went for scrapbooking items and walked out…read morewith a bag full of goodies to use towards other projects as well.

Very cool place to visit if you need an art scrap and you like to thrift, but the staff is a…read morelittle... odd. I only bought two little pens and a sewing pattern, and I'm not even sure what the subtotal was. I assumed it was 75c with tax, so just in case I pulled out two dollars. The lady told me "I need 4 cents." I thought she meant the total was $1.04, so I told her "Oh I don't have coins, I'll pay with card so you don't have to make change." She gave me a pointed look and said, "...then I'll have to charge you an extra 50c" I was super confused, but that was fine. I thought it over a little, and then she told me, "Your total is only 96c" Totally fine, I gave her one dollar and told her to keep the change. Usually... you tell the customer their total and they can figure out what to give you. Not a weird vague comment. She's not mean, she helped me find a nearby bathroom, and she told another customer she's worked at a paint store before, so I think she's just... odd. I think staff needs a little more consistent training, it was somewhat uncomfortable.

I've taken a handful of classes here over the years -- and the new shop is a really nice…read moreimprovement, size-wise, on the old space. It's a great place to learn new things. I've learned terrariums, wreaths, and hammered brass here, and I'm not even sure what I'd like to learn next. It's nice to have an outlet for creativity that doesn't involve me buying a boatload of new supplies and trying to learn from YouTube. The instructors are all dedicated to their crafts, which makes it fun to learn from them.

We came here for a team-building event to do kintsugi. The instructors were very knowledgeable and…read morehelpful. We enjoyed this once-in-a-lifetime experience and were glad that each of us could bring home what we created. Overall, the experience was great. Although it was the most expensive option among our selections, it was worth it!

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.

Blick Art Materials in Seattle handled a frustrating situation with serious professionalism…read more We bought Arches 300lb watercolor paper online, and when we came in my dad was convinced it was the wrong weight. The associate who helped us (blonde hair, and I really wish I remembered her name) was calm, patient, and genuinely kind the entire time. She didn't turn it into an argument or make anyone feel talked down to. Instead, she immediately offered solutions: replace the paper or give us a refund. They didn't have the exact Arches paper my dad wanted to swap to, and she still went above and beyond by offering to call Blick and initiate an online return for us on the spot. That level of patience and customer service is rare. In the end, my dad decided to just keep the paper, but I left impressed with how well she handled everything. Big thanks to her and the Seattle team.

What can I say that hasn't already been said? The mecca for any artist within 100 miles…read more Fantastic selection of many mediums and a very friendly staff. Always a great time wandering the isles looking for treasure. Also, be sure to check the clearance rack. You never know what you might find for $.10 on the $1!

This shop is so so cute! Abeit a bit small, they have a nice selection of cute items. I was super…read moreinto the kitchen stuff as well as some of the earrings! The cards were also unique but I didn't find any that really spoke to me compared to some other places. The dumpster fire earrings and the angry possum ones were so cute, I couldn't help but buy them! Your wallet might be in danger though, as items in here aren't cheap, but remember, you're paying a real artist and not some big manufacturering souless meh company who just mass produces a specific product. What really stood out to me here were all the employees! They were way too friendly and if I wasn't super introverted and scared of interaction, I probably would've loved it. Still, giving credit where it's due! Ill definitely be back next time I'm in the area!

If you've ever wanted your life to be slightly more adorable, Robot Vs. Sloth in downtown Seattle…read moreis your place. This little gift shop is packed with irresistibly cute designs by local artist Lauren Rudeck who created the spot as a place to showcase and sell her fun and twee animal art! You can get all sorts of goodies here that feature her original designs, from t-shirts to magnets, stickers, kitchen towels, enamel pins, toys, and all sorts of quirky goodies. Even better, proceeds from sales help support sloth rescue in Costa Rica! This is your chance to buy local and do some good. The gifts here are perfect for anyone on your list. I mean, who wouldn't want a cartoon of a robot fighting a sloth on their fridge or stuck to their laptop? I adore the greeting cards, which make unique notes of cheer for friends and family. Plus, it feels extra nice to support a small local artist while you're snagging a few smiles for yourself or friends. I always come to shop here whenever I'm in Seattle not just to soak up the cuteness, but to buy a few things and leave feeling like the world is a slightly funnier, fluffier place. Warning: you might also leave with more stuff than you intended, but it's totally worth it.

AMAZING embroidery floss selection, the ladies at the store helped me out with the few that were…read moreout of stock but they carried nearly all of the available DMC colors. Absolutely the best sewing and fabric store i've been to ever!

Customer service was just ok. I did not feel valued as a customer and certainly there was no…read moreconversation with me as a "new customer". No mention of a rewards program, or what brought you into our store, what project are you working on, how are you today, etc. I traveled quite a distance to get to the store to check it out. They do have a large selection of notions but only a small fabric selection. One employee was complaining about winding thread.

Note this review is for a Ugly Baby workshop in their studio space in Seattle, not the shop itself…read morewhich is located elsewhere. We attended a punch needle pet portrait class and it was fun. No one finished their work (class was 3 hours, but I think we really only stabbed for 2-2.5 due to yarn selection and general instruction time), but you could bring your project and tools home along with any yarn needed. Rosalie knows her stuff and was helpful on answering any questions folk had. Also, worth every penny! Highly recommend for any crafty folk, though no experience necessary when doing this.

I got told off for whistling.... For real. But seriously, this place is awesome. You should come…read morehere.

This place had the most beautiful yarn collections that I've ever seen! Staff was really friendly…read moreand helpful, they were eager to answer any questions and teach me all about anything I didn't know. Also, prices were quite reasonable for an independent yarn store! We went on a quest through whole the market trying to re-find this place after accidentally stumbling upon it, and we were so happy to finally find it again!

So much yarn indeed! It's rare to find a yarn shop with quite this much yarn variety. Malabrigo,…read moreuniversal yarns, indie dyers, and much more. Thick and thin, sparkly or shadowed, there is lots to see here. Staff was super friendly and willing to help.

I have been here for a friend's child's birthday party and for a fundraiser event. I just wanted to…read moreleave a 5 star review because the entire staff and team here seem very committed to community building and support. Their actual painting and supplies (and the work they do afterwards for the final products) is amazing but more so is their entire setup and support for the events.

I had a great experience at Paint the Town. I like that everything is based on what you choose to…read morepaint, so you really get to make it your own. Paint is included, and they also fire your piece for you and notify you about a week later when it's ready for pickup. The process was easy and relaxed, and it's a really fun activity whether you're going solo or with friends. They also provide aprons if you need them, which is helpful. The only downside is seating--if you're a party of two and want to sit next to each other, you can't, since you're seated across from one another. Other than that, everything was smooth and enjoyable.