Stumbled upon Scrap RVA while waiting for a pottery class and how adorable! There are so many odds…read more& ends that are perfect for a project. I will definitely be back to pick up some things for homemade holiday gifts. Scrap RVA has so many things to look through but it felt extremely organized and uncluttered.

Absolutely obsessed with this place ! It's been on my…read moreto-visit list for way too long and I finally went this weekend. They have something for literally every hobby to ever exist. Their prices are so cheap for what you can get and they have multiples of so many things. The staff are friendly and the product organization is amazing. Def worth the trip if you are a hobbiest. Also the area is amazing to wander around and visit other stores too !

The service was good and I really liked the selection of tools that I needed. It is downtown, so of…read morecourse it's usually street parking but they do have a few parking spots on their lot The prices were competitive too.

Parking is almost not existent. Prices for products are more than what I get my art supplies for…read moreand they look like they are focused on products for a new art student. For a positive note. For such a small store it was packed with all kinds of useful art supplies. We were just thinking for an art store in a downtown area that would have cool unique supplies. It was a clean and well organized store. Staff were fine. Just a small art store

We did a day trip to Richmond. This was fun. The artists were friendly and recommended things to do…read morein town. Highly recommend as a group activity or solo.

This place is the Spot! I came here for a work event and we made glass pumpkins (it's definitely…read morenot inexpensive but was a great experience). Everyone had a really great time picking their colors and doing the glass blowing. The pumpkins came out really great and the pickup process was super easy! My one complaint would be that we were such a large group (we had 2 groups back to back) and I was in the 2nd group- you could tell the staff got tired (very understandable since they had to make 20+ pumpkins) and they didn't do a great job explaining the process ahead of time. On the upside, they were great about talking you through it in the moment. It was pretty dummy proof since the staff did most of the process for you, I don't think I can say I actually did "glass blowing" which I think is fine. Overall, would recommend this for events (but maybe smaller groups) and the staff is really skilled. They have a shop up front which I would recommend checking out!

Great people to deal with. Good inventory and excellent service. I've been dealing with them for…read moreover 10 years and have always had good experiences.

First day in Richmond and we stopped at the local pottery supply store- small but mighty and fun…read morestaff! I snagged a few goodies- but was really impressed with their presence at NCECA- this store provided a fun photo booth with giant sized pottery tool props!!! Talk about love of all things pottery! I was extra happy I shopped their business after seeing their booth at the conference!

This is a very popular holiday market that happens annually at the Richmond Raceway. There is also…read morea market in the spring, but I usually go to the winter market to get some holiday shopping done. There are a wide variety of vendors - hundreds of businesses fill the exhibit halls. Clothing, specialty food and beverages, jewelry, artwork, crafts, toys, home decor, and more. You can usually find something unique for yourself or others. It takes at least two hours to visit all of the vendors, but there are several areas with benches and chairs if you need to take a break. There are also a few vendors selling lemonade and snacks to eat while you wander. Each vendor is so different, but they were all friendly and eager to help.

This is the best show for kicking off the Holiday Season. The decor, staff, music, shopping, food…read moreand the overall atmosphere is just what you need to get in the Holiday Spirit. You will leave with one of a kind treasures and sore feet! Lots of walking but its worth it...you dont want to miss a thing!

My experience with Paper On the Avenue sums up why I always love shopping at small locally-owned…read morebusinesses. I had been on the hunt for an Emily Ley planner for weeks. Unfortunately, the distributor was out of stock online. I tried to order online through a few other boutiques only to find out they were sold out. I saw that Paper On the Avenue sold the planner but they didn't have an online shop. I sent a Facebook message through the owner to see if they still had them in the store. Not only did they have them, they were 75% off. I was planning on taking a trip up to Northern Virginia from Virginia Beach that weekend anyway and decided I would stop in. Without me even asking, the owner put my item to the side to make sure they didn't sell out. The store itself is quaint and filled with adorable stationary items! The owner was so friendly and walked me over to the display to make sure I was 100% satisfied with the product. I wish I lived closer to this little adorable shop! It's a stationary lover's dream with honestly some of the best customer service in the entire state! Whether you live in Richmond or are just traveling through, I would highly recommend a stop. I know I'll be stopping by next time I'm in town!

This is a great place for stationery. I went in to find some Filofax items, but they didn't have…read moremany things remaining. I was a little disappointed, but the staff made up for that. The staff was really nice and engaging. The store was filled with great things. There great stationery items as well as papers. They had some great Kate Spade items as well as things for The Simplified Planner. They had MK Brand washi tapes as well as GellyRoll pens as well. I was pleased with the great staff and wonderful stationery items as well.

I called for a quote and had a great conversation with owner. She was extremely knowledgeable and…read moreup front on the cost.

This business is one of my favorite businesses in Richmond, period! They are so friendly and they…read moreare honest, too -- their recommendations for the right frame are usually correct. I wish I had more art just to get it framed by Fan Frame!

Mongrel is a Carytown staple. It's packed with unique gifts, quirky home decor, greeting cards,…read moretoys etc. Opry one in there is super helpful and you can just get lost and all the aisles of items

This local Richmond shop is one of our go-to spots for unique gifts. Love the aesthetic, and we…read morealways make it a point to stop in whenever we're on Cary Street. It's the kind of store where you can easily find something for just about anyone and any occasion. They have a great selection of greeting cards and some of the most unique wrapping paper. Also, we've picked up several Jellycats here for our niece. Prices can run a bit high, but that's part of the charm since many of the items feel thoughtfully curated and aren't the kind of things you'll find everywhere else. The staff is consistently friendly and always greets us when we walk in. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind gift, this is the place.

Our office held our holiday party at AR Workshop. The owner, her husband and mother were so…read moreaccommodating and helpful. Choosing our craft online was easy and everything was ready for us when we arrived. It was great to see all the different options. Everyone had a great time. They allowed outside food and drinks so it really made for a fun event. Definitely recommend this workshop!!

First time visiting as we were invited to a kiddo's birthday party. The instructor was very patient…read moreand interactive with our group of enthusiastic 10 year olds. Variety of projects available. All of the kid's throw pillows came out great. I would definitely recommend it as a great venue for a team building activity or small group outing.

Had an Awesome experience last night with a Jewelry Class by Beads and Bubbly. Great Venue at…read moreDivine Restaurant. Emily put together her own unique bead design to teach & it was so much fun! It is a great beginner Jewelry making class. Would certainly do it again & well worth the price. Absolutely Love the necklace I left with!

From the owner: Beads & Bubbly host social jewelry making events that are focused around providing the ultimate…read morecreative experience. Each event includes all materials and tools to make one-of-a-kind pieces that are designed by local artisans. Events are for adults 21 years of age and up. We put the FUN in FUNctional art! Beads & Bubbly hosts private, bridal, corporate and fundraising events if you are looking for a unique and creative way to bring people together. As hosts, we provide all event related materials, assist with the logistics and provide a memorable experience for attendees. Giving Back: Our mission is centered around promoting creative lifestyles for both attendees, artisans and licensees. Each event and Jewelry Jar directly supports local artisans. We give a platform for designers to showcase their work on our website, social media and at the event. We believe in building creative communities and encourage artisans to promote their unique designs and personal brands. Design It Yourself: Jewelry Jars are a unique product that we sell, which include all materials and step-by-step instructions to create handmade piece of jewelry yourself at home. Each Jewelry Jar sale also benefits the original artisan and further promotes their designs/brand. A perfect way for people to shop for themselves while giving back to others.