We had a great experience at Frame-Up. This was three years ago. We had a large Norval Morrisseau…read moreprint that had a few problems and they went to extremes to fix and restore the painting and then to frame it beautifully. We are heading to Frame-Up again tomorrow and I was checking their hours on line and I thought I should write a review because we were very pleased with the job they did.

I have been using the Frame Up for years and have always been more than delighted by the results…read more Kathy is great at helping me choose what frame and color to use and her prices are fair.

If you're looking for a good gallery and framing shop to get your art, certificates, diplomas, maps…read moreor any collectibles framed, and you want it done quickly and well, then this is the place. I've taken two batches of items into Marlow, the owner, operator and have not been disappointed. His prices are very reasonable and he's got more than 30 years experience in the framing business so he can advise you on exactly what to choose for frame moldings, matting and types of glass. I stumbled upon this place, located off the beaten trail in a strip mall by Thriftys on Admirals Road, it's definitely worth checking out.

Located a bit south of Chinatown Victoria this store was well stocked with all types of art…read moresupplies and frames. Folks were very friendly and helpful without being pushy.

I bought a very expensive (~$400) frame from these guys. I trusted the expertise of the shop to…read moremeet my needs on this particular project. Not only was the frame too flimsy to be picked up from the top without bending so much that the fasteners for the picture popped out, but the wire they provided for me to string up the hanging mechanism was WAY too short. From now on, I'm choosing Amazon or other custom options here in Victoria for framing, instead of these guys. So disappointed, after years of living elsewhere and having solid, professional options for framing.

This is a negative review about Artworld. I am a former customer who spent many thousands of…read moredollars with them in years past, but that will never happen again. I left some paintings with them when I was in Victoria a few months ago, but an employee (Andrew), clearly didn't like me and sabotaged me while I was and ensured I wouldn't get my paintings on time and forced me to leave without them. I have been trying for months to get my property returned without success and when I finally found out what was going on, they wanted to charge me $284 for shipping - on top of me paying for air shipping already. I blew my stack. Unfortunately for me, the store owner sided with the abusive employee and wouldn't give me squat, which prompted my post this morning. I tried to let it go, but I realized I was furious. A few minutes ago, I sent the following letter. +++ There are a few things that really bother me here. You are standing on store policy and saying that's why you won't help me. I'm calling rubbish on that. YOU and your family own the store. You could easily waive this policy, take responsibility for what happened and send my paintings back to me at no charge. As I said, I am not paying for shipping twice. Also by pulling the store policy thing on me, you have shown me clearly you don't give a damn about me and you have sided with your abusive employee. Whether you realize it or not, his behavior is your fault. Why? Because you and your family own the store. IMO, you have an obligation to make things right and you told me you would make it right when I saw you. But you clearly have not made it right. You are holding me hostage over my own paintings and are demanding I pay to have them shipped. That is flat out wrong in the worst way. If you really cared about me as a customer, (and you clearly do not), you would take responsibility for what happened, eat the cost of the shipping and send me my paintings. Nathan Will I get my paintings back? No idea, but I could not/would not let this matter slide.

There's a wide selection of art and framing supplies here. The staff are very friendly and…read moreknowledgeable and the prices are just right. It's on a major street and not difficult to spot; there are parking spaces around the neighbourhood should you need them. At the back, there is also a wide selection of cards where you can print your own art or if you're very crafty, put something on it. I take photos throughout the year, so for me, sending Christmas cards that have​ my own art makes card-giving extra special. You'll also see a wide selection of sketch notebooks in a wide range of prices. Pens? If you want pens, boy there are lots of them - in many many different colours. I can go on and on, but I guarantee you, you won't be disappointed.

Super cute little craft store. It's small but packed with all kinds of stamping and craft goods, it…read morecan be a little cramped navigating but they have lots of different companies and great prices.

I recently started creating greeting cards and did was not sure about many things. I visited…read moreStampers and was happy with the plentiful stock I had to choose from. I had many questions and I mean many, but Steve answered each one knowledgeable and patiently. I still have lots of questions, I shop at Stampers because of the bountiful dies, paper, stamps, embossing folders, stencils and because Steve is so knowledgeable about all the stock, he is a big help to the many customers that shop there.

I have a quite old linen table cloth I bought some time ago at a thrift sale or such. I have been…read morecurious about its origin or brand. So one day I took it into Irish Linen. The saleslady did not recognize it right off, but was very generous with her time. She gave me care instructions, looked up info online, etc. There I was, wanting something from her, yet not there to buy. Nonetheless, she was very helpful. I very much appreciate her kindness!

Nice little shop in downtown Victoria, staff is friendly and attentive, prices are reasonable,…read moreselection is not overly extensive but it is adequate. Many of the items are good for gifts. Nice shop to browse even if you are not looking to buy. Recommended

This may be my favorite store in all of Victoria. For real…read more Whoever does the buying for this store needs some recognition. The selection of gift ideas and greeting cards and jewelry and kitchen gadgets and house accessories is bloody amazing. My friend who lives in Victoria visits this store regularly and when I visit, we come here and literally, we could spend hours here. There's so many unique and curated items, stuff I've not seen elsewhere, and the staff are super nice to boot. I personally love stationery stores, and I can attest, this store has a vast, vast selection of greeting cards - some traditional but many witty and/or twisted (which I appreciate!). There are fancy soaps and lotions, and gourmet chocolates, and jewelry made by local artisans, ands much more. I spent a ton of money on cards here (note: it's always a good sign when you hear people laughing aloud in the card aisles!), and I also got a few chocolate and fruit logs that were packaged to look exactly like salami (I thought these would be awesome on a dessert "charcuterie" board, and as a gift to a foodie friend too). I found colorful silicone twist ties and baggie clips, and some unique gifts for my kids (one who is a falconer and a "birder", the other who's into jewelry) and for some gourmand friends, too. Seriously, you'd be hard-pressed not to find something for everyone on your Christmas list, or as a hostess or birthday gift here. Oh, and their doormats are great, too. My friend found the perfect mat for her new home here.

had a lovely time at The Bungalow. So many nice things. Great selection of gifts, home decor,…read morejewellery etc. bought a dozen linen napkins that I haven't seen in other stores and they gave me a great bag with kitties on it to take home with my purchase. will definitely make it a destination next time I'm in Victoria.

I saw items in the display window one evening after closing hours and was so excited to return the…read morenext day (August 17, 2023) that we went out of our way and paid for parking so I could visit the shop. We went in and the shop keeper made eye contact with me and my husband but did not acknowledge us at all. She was having a personal conversation at the register with another woman. The items I wanted to see were in the display window and there was a sign asking not to touch the display, so I spent the greater part of 10 minutes looking around the shop for similar items (antiracism books and kitchen witchery books) but there were none anywhere, so I kept politely waiting for them to wrap up their conversation. That didn't happen. I tried to make eye contact with the shop keeper again and she would not/did not engage with me. I am a person of size and my husband is indigenous. While I can't be sure if this had anything to do with her ignoring us wanting to patronize her shop, in this day and age it's not a good look. We were never greeted, welcomed, not so much as a hello. I was prepared to purchase at least two of the items in the front window and probably more, but we ended up leaving and as we did she also didn't acknowledge us leaving. If you're going to operate a store full of items that are geared towards individuals engaging the full positive power and potential of their energies and doing right for the world, it leaves a very bad taste in the mouth when what you're selling on the outside does not match who you are on the inside.

Very kind, well-informed shopkeepers, gorgeous crystals, calm atmosphere. Highly recommend.read more