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Pen to Paper

Pen to Paper

(13 reviews)

££

Moleskines were once my guilty little pleasure: I would buy them just to fill them with random…read morescribblings, doodles and notes, then buy a new one and start all over again... Just because of the love of scribbling on paper. I've grown out of that a little now, entering the electronic age and all that, but still have a youthful lusting after lovely new paper and pens. When the mood strikes me, I browse through Pen and Paper to regain that part of my life, and it always puts a smile on my face. If you aren't quite as obsessed with some stationary as I am, this probably won't register, but Pen to Paper does sell some of the nicest stationary around. Moleskines, real paper, various lovely pens and pencils (proper writing utensils, mind, not biros or something), that sort of thing: an artist's paper shop, in effect. I love the idea of being able to buy bits of paper and write on them, but then this is all such nice, expensive paper... Now, I'm indebted to the electronic age now. I'm happy to be the guy how types everything these days, or makes notes on his Blackberry over buying new notebooks every couple of weeks. Still, it is nostalgic to breeze through Pen to Paper's lovely products: if you were ever a wistful poet upon the heath, this is definitely for you!

In the digital age where most people communicate through text and email, its comforting to find a…read morestore that's with-holding the tradition of writing and sending letters by hand. As the name suggests, Pen to Paper is a cosy store that sells beautiful stationary, tissue-lined envelopes, greetings cards, fountain pens and boxes of ink. It also stocks exquisite Japanese papers, address books, journals and a wide selection of lovely, pocket-size notebooks and sketch pads.

Ditto Fabrics

Ditto Fabrics

(9 reviews)

££

I hate to break anyone's heart but Ditto Fabrics is not a store owned and run by Gossip singer Beth…read moreDitto. It's a specialist fabric store which stocks a wide range of high quality cotton, jersey, polyester, calico, silk, cord and wool fabrics. As well as the usual spots, stripes and checks, they sell buttons, threads and limited edition shirtings from certain high end, high street designers. Prices are reasonable and there's a special cheap section with offcuts and end of roll materials. Now, who can knock me up a copy of the dress Beth Ditto wore at Glastonbury a few years back?

Roll upon roll of material fill this North Lanes fabric and haberdashery shop. They have every type…read moreof fabric you can imagine...cotton, cord, cotton jersey, shot silk, wool...you name it, they'll have it. The prints are endless and its well worth a look, even if you have something incredibly specific in mind, as they might just stock what you're after. When I was last in I noticed they have a good selection of printed cotton jerseys...striped, floral and spotty...perfect for making a top or really soft pillow cases! As well as the reams of colourful, pretty and even sparkly fabrics, they stock more practical items too, such as heavy durable fabrics for home furnishings and upholstery and laminate table coverings for those with small messy children! If you're looking for the finishing touch to a textile project, Ditto also has a 'bits and bobs' section near the till, where you can find sequins, patches and coloured cotton etc. It's worth a look if you need to jazz up an outfit- I picked up lots of sparkly decorations for my Bestival costume here. The button collection by the door is also well worth investigating...the choice is endless- with an such an extensive assortment of colours, styles and sizes, you're bound to find what you're looking for!

Oriental Arts - The brushes

Oriental Arts

(3 reviews)

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The Oriental Arts shop on Gardner Street is quite serene in comparison to its neighbouring shops…read more Once I walk inside, I'm struck by the sense of peace and delicateness in this small space. The sales clerk is quiet but smiles kindly as I begin to wander around and check out the interesting Asian arts. Calligraphy equipment is displayed, along with completed posters of Calligraphic art. Other posters show images of Buddha in various settings, all painted expertly. Books are sold in both their original Asian languages, and in their English translations. Most are on spiritual topics, although Oriental Arts also sells journals and day planners. I notice some magnets with words of translated wisdom hanging near the counter. My favourite: Life is too short to wear tight shoes. Ah, it's true. Religious figurines and trinkets are set up on shelves. I notice Buddha's grouped into categories by material. Each stone carving has a particular significance. Some bring luck, others promise double happiness. I decide on a small bag of Iron Lady tealeaves for 1.45, hoping a cup will bring me strength. After scurrying to the bus stop in this nonstop rainstorm, I'll definitely need it.

I've been a shopper of Oriental Arts since the shop first opened and it's nice to see that they are…read morestill doing well. If you are looking for a jade bracelet, a Buddha statue or some nice Oriental calligraphy, then you would do well to make at stop here. They also sell Go (as Ronaldo mentioned) and Mah Jong sets. They will obviously cost a bit more for the nicer versions, but both these Chinese games are well worth taking the time to learn. The staff know their stock well and are always happy to tell you about the history and purpose behind the items they stock. Most of it is also very reasonably priced and you can pick up a good present for someone that is both unusual and of quality. These days the North Laine is full of corporate franchise shops, but the Oriental arts is a good illustration of how they used to be, full of quirky independent retailers.

Zoingimage

Zoingimage

(7 reviews)

££

If you're visiting Brighton for a few days and want to take a bit of the seaside away with you,…read moreforget filling your pockets with stones from the beach. They're too heavy and they'll make your suitcase smell really salty. Instead, go to Zoing Images and treat yourself to a photo printed onto canvas. They have cool images of the pier, the amusement arcade, the the seagulls, the West Pier and lots more. All the images are available as mini canvases or triptychs and they also offer a service where you can get your own photo blown up as art. If you don't fancy a print, they also stock wall and desk clocks, perspex blocks, photo books and an impressive range of Polaroid and Lomo cameras. Personally, I'm after the limited edition, Jack White Lomo. Anyone got a spare few hundred dollars?

If I lived in Brighton I'd finally get good at using my lomo camera. Know why? Zoing Image…read more Why doesn't London have anything like this? Just spending ten minutes in this small, friendly shop last week browsing through the piles of arty photo books, impressive range of Lomography cameras and accessories and mini canvases for printing inspired me so much I dusted off my Holga as soon as I got home and have been snapping away with renewed vigour ever since. Imagine if it was my local camera shop! Oh, the money I'd spend... On my way out I congratulated Serge, the owner of the shop, on his choice of stock and particularly the use of mini canvases for customised printing. Instead of paying £50+ to get one image put on a medium canvas, get a series of three on smaller canvases for less than £20. Since finding Serge on Flickr (http://www.flickr.com/photos/34875369@N08/) I've discovered that the shop was primarily opened as a way for him to sell his own images, but allowing people to get involved with their own photos is a great idea. I foolishly didn't think to ask if they do regular printing in the shop and the website is currently under construction, but next time I'm in Brighton I'll take along a few medium format films and see what Zoing can do for me. A shop like this is yet another great reason to spend time at the seaside, hurrah!

Leoframes - artsandcrafts - Updated May 2026

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