The space was cute but pretty small compared to the other ones I've checked out. It felt crowded,…read moreand the options were nice but not much variety. It also didn't feel like they had many color choices, but it was quiet, they got it finished within 5 days, and they were kind, the prices were reasonable too. It's a nice place to go to when you have free time.

They do accept walk ins but appointments are definitely preferred which you can easily book online…read moreor over the phone. When booking, you can choose the length of your reservation, ranging from one to two hours but to be honest, I always feel like I need more time lol. Once you're there, you'll be able to browse a huge selection of items to paint, from bowls and plates to cups and animal figurines, I'm sure something will catch your eye. They offer a great variety of paints and tools, and if you have any questions, the staff is more than happy to help. Overall, I really enjoy the experience!! It's one of my favorite activity to do and relaxing way to spend time, whether you're alone or with friends and family. Definitely a good spot to hang out!!

This was such a lovely store to stop into while walking up and down Alberta. My partner and I…read morehappened to stop in on a weekend where they were holding a major sale, so there was a ton of stuff on clearance as an added bonus. The store itself is cute and cozy. I would warn folks that it is very tight navigating in places-- I am petite and still felt a little claustrophobic. A lot of that is likely the crowds on sale day, but isles are narrow and there are a few places where you can get "trapped" if other customers don't see you standing behind. I absolutely love stationary, and this place scratched my letter-writing itch. I ended up picking out a couple of sets of cards + envelopes to add to my collection. These are BEAUTIFUL and well made. Prices were reasonable, and the clearance items were an absolute steal. The staff were super friendly and attentive and they seemed to be doing a good job keeping everything in order even though there were a lot of people here.

Definitely stop here before going Michael's. Support local…read moreWonderful spot for art supplies. I didn't find the oil paints but tons of great prices on brushes and painting materials/utensils. It's a great place with inspiring art supplies in NE Portland.

I am not sure why this location does not have its own yelp page- but here it is! We stopped in here…read morewhile we were waiting for a table at Proud Marys, and are so glad we did! This store has the best Portland souvenirs and more. If you're looking for well-made, cute postcards or cool Portland t-shirts they have it all here! I was on the hunt for a cute magnet, which I found here, and hot sauce which oddly enough I also found here. The space is awesome and the cashier was very friendly!

Fun shop to check out for local made gifts! Space is well decorated and curated with different…read moreitems.

I made my first paper with Jenn and Gary at WildCraft Studio School in White Salmon, WA. I had lots…read moreof fun, learned a lot and made lots of paper. Recycled, abaca, denim and hemp, plant fiber that we prepared. Sign up for one of their workshops or look for their mobile studio, soon to be on the road.

From the owner: Pulp & Deckle is a studio located in Portland, OR that is dedicated to sharing the art, science,…read morehistory and craft of handmade paper with others. We teach workshops, make custom paper goods for retail and wholesale, and operate a papermaking artist residency program.

Incredible store, love the selection of cards in here, and great location. Close to other great…read moreshops while you're on a walk looking around you can grab a great card and stationary. There's also small gifts and specialty items here as well, perfect for whatever you might need for a birthday or host gift. There are postcards in the front of the store that the owner offered to address and stamp for me if I wanted to send a message to a government official on my behalf, what a great service! I obliged, of course!

I wandered into Rock - Paper - Scissor last Sunday, as I'm a sucker for analog shopping options,…read moreparticularly when it involves greeting cards, stationary, and notebooks. I'm loaded with this kind of paper at home, but there's always room for more. This is a fun little store, with a lot of layers to look around and admire within it's limited square footage. And as another reviewer mentioned, its the sometimes inappropriate cards that will keep me coming back. Attached is one of the cards I purchased. What do you think? :)

I can't sew...well, I couldn't sew. Had a cheap little machine I bought secondhand and couldn't…read morethread the bobbin, couldn't thread the machine, literally didn't know what the dials were for. After numerous failed attempts at teaching myself, I booked a private lesson with Colleen. Over the course of two hours, she taught me all about operating my machine, basic stitches, entry-level sewing tools, and I even made a drawstring bag! She was kind, patient, encouraging, and a FANTASTIC instructor. I can't wait to take some of her group classes!! The store itself is great. Lots of sewing supplies that are of higher quality and will last you a while. The people who work here couldn't be nicer or more helpful. If you feel intimidated by learning to sew, this is a perfect spot to start learning. Even if you're already a great sewer, you'll find everything you need here. They have a spacious section in the back where they teach group and individual classes; you can also rent a desk/machine if you need some higher end equipment to work with. Huge thank you to Colleen and the staff for helping make my entry into sewing fun and easy!!

Very modern vibe, hence the name . Friendly staff, reasonable prices, moderate selection of…read morefabrics. I was very happy to find Rifle Paper Company fabrics!

Put a Bird on It!…read more This is the place to come for your Portlandia fix, if you are into birds, or if you are a fan of the quirky and fantastic art of letterpress. I love it that you can hear the clickity clack of the presses from the minute you walk in, because they actually are conducting printing while you are in the store. The cards, stationary and wall prints (either suitable for framing, or in some cases, sold in frames) are artful, odd, and whimsical. I suspect that many people who don't know Lark Press stumble in during their two hour weekend wait for brunch mecca, Tasty n Sons. On the other hand, those epic waits provide great exposure to a reemerging art form that's taking off in Portlandia, and all over the Pacific NW.

Letterpress printing AND a retail store? I'm in love…read more Cute little letter pressed greeting cards, lots of bird themed items, handmade passport holders, just the most unique little gifts. Custom made wedding invitations and business cards. I took a look through their sample invitations and they're absolutely stunning. It was so good that we spent nearly 45 minutes in there.

I came in to buy one item. What I accidentally purchased was an immersive performance art piece…read moreexploring the concept of waiting. When I arrived, there was one person ahead of me and two employees behind the counter. Foolishly, I assumed this meant I would be helped sometime before the death of the universe. Instead, I was treated to a masterclass in non-transactional retail. Over the next 15+ minutes, I watched employees engage in several fascinating activities, including: * Petting dogs * Discussing classes * Conversing with customers about topics unrelated to purchasing items * Walking away * Standing around * Almost helping customers At one point I made the mistake of expressing that I was in a hurry and would like to purchase my single item. This was apparently a shocking and unreasonable request in a store that sells things. My favorite moment was when a customer who had occupied a register for roughly the length of a feature film turned around and made "deep breath" gestures at me as if I hadn't already done the daily Calm three times in my head. Thank you, sir. I had incorrectly assumed the purpose of a checkout line was pay for something. I now understand it was a mindfulness retreat. By the end of my visit, one customer had been processed, several dogs had received excellent service, and I had achieved a higher state of unconsciousness. If you're looking for clay, I can help you! Go to Blick's since their clay is a quarter of the price and it won't make you wait in line while it dries. If you're looking for an opportunity to contemplate the passage of time while observing casual conversations unfold at glacial speed, this establishment is second to none.

Everything is super organized and tidy, the staff are amazing and they even have a precious cat…read morethat wonders the warehouse.