A bit out of the way from the Canary Wharf station, this Paperchase is positioned on the far end of…read morethe Jubilee Place adjacent to Waterstones and en route to Obika. Not a fan of sending greeting cards myself (that's so 90's, honestly), I was drawn in by their antique-looking Coca Cola and Bunny Suicide calendars. So clever.

This is probably one of the largest art store in London. It doesn't look great, it's a non…read morewelcoming basement that is a bit difficult to find but not impossible thanks to many signs. Prices are better than in some of the other shops: you can get a lot of deals, student discounts if you have the card to prove it. They have a large range of paper in big & smaller sizes, every type of paint (watercolor, oil, acrylic, handprint, screen print,...). Everything you need to work from pencils to large canvas, brushes to tools to sculpt or make book binding.

Received my paper order today and I'm so impressed with the packaging! It was packed perfectly, not…read morea dent or dog ear in sight. I've ordered paper from other shops, and it's usually always a bit damaged. Jacksons had to re-send my order 4 times before it arrived in adequate condition. Fabulous service from Atlantis!

This is one of 3 fabric shops left on Brick Lane - from many…read more As early as 5 years ago this used to be an area of fabric and trimmings shops catering to local factories. As this tradition has slowly died the fabric shops have also relocated or closed. However Z. Butt Textiles has survived.The shop has been there since the 1950's and is family run - now in its 3rd generation (4th ready to take over in 10 years!) They are so nice as well. Catering mainly to the theatre business now - its busiest selling time is pantamine season. And the fabrics reflect this -- no high end Berwick street here - They are pretty basic with alot of polyester satins and chiffons / some upholstery fabrics and odds and ends .Cheaper to buy more than less, a tarif is put on meters less than 10. If you just need some plain cottons , calico or canvas with trims -or perhaps feel inspired - and have a need for a litttle gold poly lurex with sequin foil print or perhaps a little dayglow chiffon - it is all here.

Literally cannot say enough about Mr Butt and his textile shoppe. The faux fur was fab and the…read moreservice was even better. As a Yank in unknown territory, I had mixed expectations for my former colonial overseer, but Mr Butt quickly turned my frown upside down. I went in to buy a Union Jack bandana and left with ten yards (meters for all you blokes out there) of fake fur. Next time I'm in London, I'll be sure to give Mr Butt a big "OY!"

Rymans (and its staff member) was a lifesaver last weekend! We needed raffle tickets, LOTS of…read moreraffle tickets, 3000 raffle tickets if we're being precise! And it was Rymans to the rescue! I arrived at the store at 10am just as they opened. In my 'oh my god, do they have them' panic I ran over the the desk and pretty much shouted in the cashiers face. Luckily for me he was very calm and said, of course! Andddddd breathe! He kindly walked me over to an aisle and looked in a draw underneath, he then checked the back room for additional colours so I could choose the best option for the event we were running. We continued chatting throughout the transaction and then I left the store successful and happy! Thank you to the kind man for your help, I know where to come the next time I need raffle tickets! :D To note: the store was clean, tidy and very well organised.

I don't know a stitch about knitting, but this too-darling shop is eye-catching enough for even…read morenovices to peruse. I came in with a friend who was inquiring about a certain pattern, and the girl working was extremely friendly and as helpful as could be - even though her advice meant we didn't end up needing to buy anything... Perhaps what makes this store especially unique is their fantastical window displays, made entirely of, you guessed it - yarn. Apparently there's a whole slew of "knitting artists" out there... and many of them are on the monthly docket of this shop to deck out the window in whimsical and unbelievably architectural cascades of yarn. Last month it was a (large!) knitted sink and toilet... this month its a wooly version of a snowman. The shop offers classes... now, I'm not exactly one to bother knitting a scarf... but a truly ambitious and artistic construction of woven fiber is a slightly different and more enticing story... for £40 I can join one of their classes for "knitters and crocheters who have visions!" Hmmm....

Reckons its a haberdashery but is mostly selling knitting stuff like it's some hallowed form of…read morereverential lost art. As a keen crafter who grew up in jumpers hand knitted and handed down by me ma I don't think it's anything special. Went in to check it out and the attendant was pretending she didn't notice us (2 people) this is hard to believe as you can almost see a red stripe round the walls where someone tried to swing a cat. When the attendant finally acknowledged us with a face like someone had dropped a stitch we had just about seen all of the meagre ammount of items on sale. I think they do 'knitting circles' in there too. In such a small space it would be the ideal way to pass on knits. Get yourself up the Roman Road nearby for bargain haberdashery and a fairly good sewing shop with a lovely chap who repairs machines.

Hi I have an offer for you! I am a digital artist based in London and believe you could benefit…read morefrom selling my art prints. If I had to label my artistic style I'd probably call it visionary, neon and fantasy. My Instagram page is called Sofiev Art. Here's my website also: https://sofievart.com/

It always surprises me how much you can find in the art shop and stationers in Dulwich Village…read more I often pop in here on the assumption that they will not have what I am looking for and instead I will have to trek into Central London to a larger shop. Normally however, they bring out exactly what I asked for. This may just be luck but it works for me all the same. The shop is small and rather old fashioned selling a range of paper, stationary, paint, canvas' and art supplies. The same man has been working here for all the time that I have been going to the shop and is very well informed and helpful. Expect to pay slightly more than you would in larger art and stationary shops, but for the ease and practicality of shopping here, it is well worth the extra pound or two.

News On The Wharf has a few units around Canary Wharf's shopping centres, pretty much an average…read morenewsagents in terms of what it sells and the prices, the selection is okay with prices slightly higher than typical chain stores some of which are nearby. The store here at Jubilee Place is slightly small but it is ample within the mall, especially considering there are other locations nearby. A small selection of drinks, newspapers etc. There is a bottle deposit scheme, the first of which in the UK within Canada/Jubilee/Cabot Place in Canary Wharf, where you can get a voucher to get money off within this store which is pretty cool, something which is so common around Europe sadly hasn't taken off here yet. A-OK. Small store, but does the job even with slightly higher pricing in comparison to the chains with staff failing to give all-round good service. 3*

This place is very cute! Had to work hard not to spend my dosh on some fun items. Will come back…read morenearer to Xmas when I have an excuse ;) Particularly liked the prints of the number 38 bus! Lovely oasis in an area that is mostly quite beaten down...

Snap is this hidden treasure on Roman road! Amongst all the mini markets and rather awful cafes you…read morecan find this wonderful shop that is particular a beacon of hope for all design creatives. It's full of gifts, cards, posters and toys for all to enjoy! Love the place, do swing by!