Avoid on the weekend unless you have a reservation. Monday, they were suuuuper slow. Which is great…read morefor painters! We were able to get in, find pieces we wanted, get a whole schpeal about best ways to paint, different styles, etc. super useful. Staff was very friendly and helpful. It's not cheap, but it's well priced and not anything over the top IMO. I didn't see many pieces that I thought were priced too high, most were on par with what I expected. We brought a toddler, he had fun painting his mug (and himself.) they had a high chair which made it loads easier. Overall, it's fun regardless of age (our group ranged from 2-65, there were tables with kids and couples on dates.) and a unique experience. I'm no painter and hardly creative, but I had fun.

The staff were super friendly and helpful. I brought my granddaughter in to paint and we spent…read morehours without feeling rushed to enjoy our visit. Prices are a little higher than I expected but I don't have a guide from the past ten years to compare. They are very organized and easy to sit and enjoy your time.

Such a cute store! They have a nice mix of items from sweaters to treats to kitchenware to…read moresouvenirs. The store has a nice flow and everything is well organized and spaciously placed so you don't have to worry about bumping into people or items. Definitely recommend popping by.

Quaint and thoughtful accessories, toys, clothing, for adults and children. Gifts including…read moreNorwegian chocolates and candies, glassware, and more. The shop is peaceful, well organized and full of beautifully crafted items.

Super fun store on Bay Street in downtown Port Orchard. They moved South down the main drag right…read moreinto the downtown area. Handmade with Love is a combination gift shop and also an arts-and-crafts class facility. They offer all sorts of classes for reasonable prices to make fun things! Last month my wife took the crochet class with her sister to learn some basics of crotchet. But while there, she saw the "Make a glass and bead windchime" class so signed us both up. Today was the class - and I have to say it was a lot of fun! They provide all the "parts and pieces and tools to do the job" and seemed really well prepared for us. We each made our own windchime ($35 or so each - very reasonable). The instructions were simple to follow, with lots of assistance on anything that wasn't clear. I was the only guy in the room, but it was a lot of fun - I helped some of the ladies use the crimp tools to crimp the nylon line used in the windchime's construction. Loved the results - it was a fun time spent - really nice folks. Anne ended up buying another kit to take home. If you like doing crafting things, just stop in and see what's on the schedule for upcoming events - and of course they also have "pre-made" items for sale as well for home or gifts. It was a fun hour spent there today!!

Oooooooooh! Aaaaaaaaaaaah! I wanted one of everything…read more From Amethyst to Zoisite (Ok, I didn't actually see that one, but I bet it was there!) and everything in between. Polished cabochons and obelisks, disks, raw crystals, every color imaginable. The prices are excellent. It was so hard to choose! Al carefully bubble-wrapped for safe travel.

Quirky little shop for the aspiring wizard, witch, buddhist or esoteric. Tons of crystals and…read morestones, beads, idols and tokens, jewelry and more. If you're looking for a gift for an arcane acquaintance or a sorcerous special someone, this is your place. Imagine that!

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.

We had a lovely time painting ceramics at this little shop. It's very relaxed and there are many…read moreoptions for simple projects. It's fantastic for kids and there is also a tank with an axolotl for them to look at. The pieces were fired pretty quickly too, compared to other ceramics experiences that we've had.

Heart and Soul is an absolute MUST if you live on or come to visit Bainbridge Island. Owned by one…read moreof the most creative people I know, this place has SO MUCH to offer! There are so many options if you want to come create a ceramic piece of art. Adults and kids will both have a blast with all the options they have to offer. Karey (the shop owner) is also incredibly thoughtful with all of the art options she has to offer in the store. So if ceramics aren't your thing, you can always try glass fusing, mosaics, etc. In addition to daily drop in offerings, Karey provides exciting camps for kiddos (both during summer and the school year), with an extensive offering of art options. There are plenty of kid nights planned throughout the year, which my daughter (age 7) LOVES attending! I have also had two birthday parties at Heart and Soul, and Karey worked with me thoughtfully to curate experiences that my children were beyond excited for. You won't want to miss a visit to Heart and Soul for an afternoon or evening of fun!

What a great group.of people! They have a new teaching space with the ability to teach dyeing and…read moreweaving! Tons of kits - Amigurumi, hats, mittens, capes and scarves. Add to that a lovely gathering of fiber-mibded folks on Tuesday evenings. This spot is highly recommendable. Enjoy.

I love this yarn store. The owner (and family) are kind, helpful, and so knowledgeable! Their…read morelocation just a few blocks from the beach and ferry terminal makes it an ideal destination for me. They have a nice variety of yarn and are generous with their time when I've had questions.

First class operation! Beth knows her beads and can help a beginner or…read moreseasoned pro. Fabulous inventory and 1:1 customer service. Shop local and support this small business. Five stars, or more.

I stopped by on a whim and to pet the dog in the window. The store was a wonderful collection of…read moreart and jewelry. The lady (I forget her name) was a wonderful host and gave me a tour of the entire store. I found my treasures and will be back. Thank you for the great customer service and experience.

We celebrated my daughter's birthday at Sit and Kit with her friends from school, and it was a…read morefantastic experience! The kids absolutely loved it. In fact, a couple of parents were so impressed that they asked us how we found the place and whether it was somewhere we visited regularly. One of the best parts was that, by the end of the two-hour party, the kids had created substantial pieces of artwork that they could proudly take home and show off. It made the experience feel much more meaningful than just another birthday party activity. The space itself is another big plus. It's spacious and thoughtfully set up, with plenty of room for the kids to work on their projects and for parents to relax and enjoy themselves. Even with the usual birthday party essentials like pizza and cake, we never felt cramped, which has not always been our experience at other venues. And then there's Ms. Noga, the owner. She really knows how to engage with kids, understand what excites them, and adapt the activities to keep them interested and involved. She runs the whole experience exceptionally well, and you can tell she genuinely understands children and their creativity. I know Sit and Kit offers programs for different ages and backgrounds, but I can only speak to our birthday party experience--and based on that, I highly recommend this place. If you're looking for a creative, memorable activity for your kids or a birthday party venue, Sit and Kit is absolutely worth checking out!

We had my son's birthday party at Sit and Kit and were so pleased by our experience! When we…read morearrived, the studio was already all decorated for his birthday and fun, kid-friendly music was playing. The kids all had a great time painting portraits of Squishmallows, which they all got to take home with them after the party. The instructor, Noga was helpful and encouraged the kids to express their own creativity while still providing guidance. All of our guests have expressed to me how wonderful the party was! We are looking forward to returning to Sit and Kit to try out more of the many fun projects they have displayed throughout the studio!