Completed the beginner class on printmaking with Gelli plates. The instructor was fantastic and…read morethe paintings something I will use in my home. Take this class if you want to learn how to do this technique.

I've now taken two printmaking classes at Old School in Delray. The instructor Paula Fontana is…read morefabulous! She starts out with a thorough demonstration of all tools & methods. Then sets everyone up at their own stations with all materials at your fingertips. She doesn't leave anything out in her teaching! A very engaging & fun time making monoprints with gel plates. There is so much to learn. Paula keeps you coming back!

This is where I go to get anything framed! The BEST! James…read moreis knowledgeable and efficient; he has a terrific eye for color and design... And Amanda-James Gallery has an amazing and inspiring collection of frames from which to choose for your special piece. Plus the shop is just totally unique and fun to visit... Amanda's individualization and imagination abound! From their couture clothing , pottery, pillows, fine art prints, shoes and much more, this place exudes charm and creativity...

James is a great framer and Amanda is a designer with many unusual fabrics that she designs. Both…read moreare lovely people!

Salutations of Delray is a stationary store located in the historic building that is also the…read moreColony Hotel and Cabana on Atlantic Avenue. The hotel was built in the Spanish Colonial Revival-style of architecture and it opened in 1926 as the Alterep Hotel during Florida's wealthy land boom years. It's distinctive yellow color and history makes it one of the most recognizable buildings in Delray Beach. The are several little shops in this area of the building including Beach Paradise, a women's clothing store and a gift shop, Just Hearts. Salutations of Delray was started by Diana Bush in 2004 as a result of searching for invitations to purchase for her daughters upcoming wedding. They specialize in custom wedding invitations and announcements along with custom stationary and greeting cards. Other things they carry included linen towels with funny phrases, Pampa Bay tableware, Nora Fleming stoneware, Thymes Frasier Fir candles and diffusers, items that can be personalized, children's gifts. and party supplies. The store motto is "Everyday is an occasion...celebrate in style!" Writing a letter and personalized stationary seems to be a kind of lost art in the email world of today and I love that you can rediscover that here. They will also help you craft the perfect invitation or announcement and don't forget that there are so many unique and whimsical items for gifts or gifting yourself. If you are in the downtown Delray Beach area, this store is an elegant and fun stop to make.

Love this store! There is so much packed into such a small place. I especially like the selection…read moreof greeting cards. They are unique cards. I also found a pretty pair of earrings. The sales person was so friendly and helpful. She praised the long time buyer and owner of the establishment.

Unfortunately, Exotic Furniture & Pottery is moving (don't know where as of this writing) from its…read morepresent location on North Federal Highway in Delray Beach. What a cool place, with not only an outdoor lot full of planters, pots, and statuettes of all sizes, colors and shapes, but also a store that goes on room after room displaying amazingly cool items, like furniture, plates, wood carvings, etc etc. There are so many items everywhere, it's easy to miss even the coolest stuff, so look around closely! Exotic's offerings span the globe, from the Americas to Africa and the middle east (I noticed a few pieces from Ukraine). Staff is friendly and helpful. Again, like other places along N. Federal Highway in Delray, it's easy to miss and you don't appreciate it from the street. I only went because a friend recommended it.

We've been to Exotic Furniture & Pottery a few times. 1-1/2 years ago, we purchased a teak bench…read morefor our front porch. We get compliments on it by all who see it. Our friend, visiting from Orlando, wanted something similar for inside his home. We started our day at the Exotic Furniture & Pottery store in Boynton Beach. Inside the large un-air conditioned space is an eclectic mix of furniture, pottery & decorative objects from around the world. We were not looking for anything for ourselves, but went with a friend, who wanted our help choosing an item for his new home. He found something beautiful & equally funky as our bench for his home...& was on his way. While there, we bought a few flower pots. I also found an item that I wanted, but wished for additional selections. The sales person suggested that we check on the items in their Delray store. The Delray store selection is somewhat different. They have a large side yard with a much larger collection of pottery planters, decorative objects and more. They don't have as much furniture, due to the smaller sized store. Inside the small air conditioned space is an variety of decorative objects from around the world. If you like their merchandise in one store, go to both...the selection differs.

My friend & I stopped into Beads on the Avenue to see if we could find some interesting beads for…read morejewelry-making. There aren't too many stores like this around, so it's really hard to make a comparison. Upon entering the store, I was at first overwhelmed by the selection. I didn't know where to look first. After examining the inventory more carefully, it became easier to discern what was where. The selection of findings & beads is deep. It's nice to know a place to shop for jewelry making supplies that is head over heels above the big box craft stores. The bead selection includes a large, varied collection of glass beads, Czech glass beads, pottery beads, pearls, semi-precious stones & a whole lot more. Classes are offered to learn many new techniques. They also sell jewelry, created from beads sold in the shop. I was very impressed. I'll be back!

To answer a previous review, yes, the store has closed, but it's not been YEARS, but rather…read moreapproximately one year.

I was buying a gift and the my were SO helpful in selecting items for my granddaughter. She LOVED…read moreeverything and was so excited! Thank you!

Lori is great. She was able to do rush job sewing patches on my husband's uniform…read more I had a sweatshirt we made for my mom many years ago with the grandkids handprints. Lori made them into ornaments I will give to those grandkids who are now adults. They are super cute & very professionally done.

Wonderful selection Wonderful advice…read moreGreat service!!!! Reasonably priced. I will definitely go back for all of my framing needs

They did a wonderful job with helping me choose the right frame for my painting. The framing was…read moreback ordered but they took great care of my painting for several months. I stopped into the shop to check on the status and I was pleasantly surprised that the framing was complete. To my surprise, they had a crew that was willing to bring it out to my home unpack and install on the spot. The guys could not have been more careful and professional.

Good place. Good inventory and nice people that own/manage it. I have shopped there several times.read more

the women working here were very rude women and not helpful…read more the canvas selection is limited and more abstract.

One of my favorite things about Artistic Elements is that they feature so many different designers…read moreand companies that you will never find anywhere else! The owners of the store Katya and Drew have impeccable taste in selecting very unique pieces. I have worked with various design firms in the past and ended up with projects that looked cookie cutter and typical builder home. Artistic elements design capabilities are truly unlimited to my experience. They have helped me with things like redoing an entire room to adding cool pieces to my existing decor to reframing van old art piece. I'm so happy to work with the firm that actually listens and able to bring my unique vision to light. Highly recommend them. Arina

I always came in for custom framing. And they have the best accessories selection. But now I was…read moreable to order wallpaper and rugs for my condo. New owners are great!

I attended a PBS event at Arts Warehouse. Parking in the area can be problematic but I was able to…read morefind a street space a few blocks away. As indicated by its name it was a former warehouse which now has art galleries, artist studios and hosts events and workshops. They are open Wednesday through Saturday, you can visit for rotating art exhibits, and Art Walks, the first Friday of every month, 6-9 pm. Admission is free. Staff who greeted me were friendly.

I concur with Ariel's great review of Arts Warehouse. It is worth stopping in when they have…read moreexhibits. I saw three exhibits over the course of an hour. The place is big enough to handle three shows at once! I particularly loved a photography exhibition called, "I Look at the World" which featured some works by four emerging Black photographers. It was great. With our current political climate, the art speaks to our time. Be sure and explore the individual artists' studios on the first and second floors. It was energizing to watch young artists create. Stop in and get inspired. Sign up for the newsletter that highlights what's happening. https://artswarehouse.org