I just went to Vlieger for the umpteenth time. My last two purchases totaled €1.20 and on each…read morevisit I was: warmly greeted, led to the products I needed, and my purchase was wrapped in paper with a cardboard backing to protect it in transit. And beyond that, this store has the best selection of paper (and related products) that I've ever seen in one place. P.S. if you go, don't miss the upper floor with a ton of additional papers.

Vlieger Papier is my top of mind choice when I need to buy calligraphy or drawing supplies…read more Upstairs they have a great collection of pens (parallel pens, brush pens, line art pens), pencils and everything you can imagine. Their notebook selection is also amazing, you can find pretty much any kind of artistic (plain sheets, these one with black covers - wired or not -, some other brands like Moleskine, etc) or note taking books (there was a day I saw a music sheet notebook too, so there's a lot of options) in different sizes. Some people say things are expensive there, but if you compare to some online stores in the Netherlands, it's the same price (at least for some calligraphy supplies; can't say about the rest). But you can also find "basic"/common stuff, like drawing pencils, erasers, rulers, these kind of things. If you're more into painting and crafts, you will find a lot of options in the main floor. They also have nice classy envelopes,.

I did not find the elephant poo paper. But I found nice paper to wrap a gift. The people who work…read morehere are kind of distant, but I am ok with that. I am not there to take them home. I am for the paper. The range is kind of like stationery driven. More like Paperchase or Papersource. The draw was the sign on the door that said they had elephant poo paper. Now who wouldn't want that? Anyway I found some amazing thick paper to wrap a gift of artwork. It was bold print and perfect. It is a big store, I just wish they had more stuff.

Excellent little find while wandering in Amsterdam. I do calligraphy and personal notes as…read moreperformance at American Renaissance Faires, so while I had no need for the fancy pen and ink sets (which are lovely)the varied sealing waxes, spiritlamps, melting ladles, and seals are a perfect addition to my work! They also have a range of ink stamps, embossing powders, fine stationery, and embossers. A delightful shop that fulfills it's niche well

Amsterdam is full of unique shops and this is one of them…read more Basically, this is a shop devoted to them making you your very own wax seal or embossing stamp. Clearly high-end work done here. In addition to the above they will also create stationary (e.g., for parties and weddings) and name plates. They also have a large selection of art stamps, ink pads, embossing powder, etc...They also carry very striking stationary, cards and envelopes from an upscale Italian paper maker. Worth a stop.

Such a fun gift shop full of ANYTHING you could possibly think of! We popped in here on our way to…read moreget breakfast somewhere. Walking past looked so inviting that I told the mister that we needed to go back and take a peek! Prices are a bit on the expensive side, but when you look the items up online, they aren't too far off - plus, most of the items in here are pretty unique and would be great gifts for anyone you know. Pop in and find out for yourself!

I cannot think of a better offbeat gift shop. I do not give 5 stars lightly. It was the perfect…read moreplace for a gift when I need something for family, or friends, on my monthly trips home. I found perfect things for my 30 year old son. I bought myself a pair of very clever cuff links. My wife bought me a pair here on our holiday here. There inexpensive things, more pricey things and most all are very good quality. The owners have always been nice to me. The gift wrapping is very clever. I can't imagine a trip to Amsterdam without this being on my short list of places I have to see.

My girlfriend and I visited this store on Keizersgracht, as we are very into postcards, and we were…read moretreated appallingly by the red-haired woman behind the counter. We were being respectful and silent, looking through the postcards for around 20 minutes, before she came up to us and rudely snapped "You two are beginning to annoy me. Five minutes and you're out." Every instinct in me wanted to put down the 13 postcards we were buying, and leave, and to be frank, I am annoyed that I didn't. All we wanted to do (and as the only people in the store) was to buy some postcards, but the way we were treated was nothing short of disgusting. There are many places to buy lovely postcards in Amsterdam, and I would recommend visiting any other store.

Interesting place to stop in if you're looking for odd gifts, cards, and the like. Very small store…read morebut filled with unique items.

What an adorable little pop up winkel in the center of Amsterdam. Hookers to the door on your…read moreright, beautiful handmade local products down the stairs on your left, it doesn't get more Amsterdam than this. Great for Sinterklass and Christmas presents, I will be back to buy my handmade wrapping paper and christmas cards! They are even holding workshops! This shop will only, unfortunately, be around until the 24 of December so now is the time to check it out. You will be glad you did, reward yourself by buying something awesome :)

another great art supply store. the only thing is i didn't see any oil paints?…read more upstairs is filled with gorgeous papers. they also have a big supply of shipping boxes/materials for those in need?

BUYER BEWARE. Absolute WORST customer service I've ever received. The owner and employees are rude…read moreand disrespectful. No one spoke to me when I entered the shop. I was in a hurry and needed to purchase a paint pen quickly. When I continuously sought out assistance to pick out a proper paint pen and to see samples of the various sizes offered, I could tell that my asking for help was an annoyance to all the employees. Nonetheless, I purchased 3 pens and walked back to my hotel room 15 minutes away only to find that the pen that I purchased was defective. When I walked back to the shop to exchange the defective pen, about an hour later, I was told that they would not refund it, even though the curly haired male sales associate could clearly see that it don't work after he tried writing with it himself. When I insisted that he refund the money, he yelled at me, snatched the pen out of my hand and threw the money on the counter. When I asked if the money could be returned to my credit card (the original payment method) he refused and told me to get out of the store. The most absurd part of it all is that the store manager was standing right next to him as he was doing this and she never intervened. Even after he snatched the pen out of my hand and yelled at me, she never reprimanded her employee, in fact she defended him! She told me that he didn't do anything wrong and that he was a good mate & gentleman and that I was the one with the attitude problem, because I wanted a refund for a defective item! I have never been treated so poorly in a shop in my entire life. I was so embarrassed and disrespected. The manager and sales associates at this shop are rude and nasty and are not worthy of receiving your hard earned money. This shop should be avoided at all cost--buyer beware!

I am just totally smitten with Flying Tiger. If Target had a baby brother or flighty muse with a…read morepenchant for color and crazy things that you didn't know you needed until you spied them...well. this is the place. Pencils, pens, USB sticks, Ice cream cones, Llamas, butterflies, earbuds, iPhone cases, soap, watercolors, stickers, socks....ok you name it, they probably have it... But they won't have it like stodgy....they have it like bling of happiness, in your face, parade of joyful exuberance look at me, buy me...yes you don't need a solar nodding Buddha, but look at us there...all nodding. Go on!

Love this store! They have all sorts of cute, cheap stuff you didn't know you needed. Also perfect…read moreas inexpensive gifts for friends and coworkers. I bought a lavender hand cream for €2 or €3 that smells wonderful and is also surprisingly good quality.