We came here for a team-building event to do kintsugi. The instructors were very knowledgeable and…read morehelpful. We enjoyed this once-in-a-lifetime experience and were glad that each of us could bring home what we created. Overall, the experience was great. Although it was the most expensive option among our selections, it was worth it!

Note: this is for a Virtual Yelp Elite Event (VYEE on 2/11/21) featuring the Bath Bombs kit from…read moreThe Works Seattle Easily this VYEE could be rated 15 Yelp stars! This unique, engaging, and enjoyable event was hosted by Jennifer, Yelp Eastside CM from Issaquah. Our VYEE instructor was Kellie, the enthusiastic and passionate owner of The Works in Seattle (2/11/21). I signed up thinking ahead for something fun to look forward to. After my recent past two weeks, this event was so welcomed! I'm always curious how artists and craftspeople create unique items and are able to establish a vibrant indie business too. I've taken other similar classes that allows for creativity and a timeout from the day-to-day. The vibe that Jennifer and Kellie created during this hour session, and seeing others with their custom, handmade bath bombs...this was a much needed and appreciated this evening. I ordered my kit on 2/8/21 intended to pick it up in person. And of course, life interfered. But the folks at The Works worked their magic, kindly got it in the mail, and I received it day of the event. Lovely packaging. Makes a great gift! Techniques are freely shared and allowed for further creativity with additional tips from Kellie and other Yelp Elites participating. I listened intently, took copious notes, and took screenshots. Inside the Bath Bombs Kit are all the items needed, including an instruction booklet, and video link to watch later for reference. Other items needed and not included are a mixing bowl, fork, 1 Tablespoon measuring spoon, and up to 3T water. After giving this process a whirl, (makes about 4 bath bombs from the kit) the choices and combos one can continue to create are infinite! Add in some creativity, you'll learn a really top notch skill, promote self care, and can give as gifts. Art meets science! Gifts guaranteed to be well received, not become a regifted white elephant, and you don't have to dust it, lol. Supporting The Works is also beneficial to showcasing their business and the artisans they also partner with. The Works Seattle 151 12th Avenue, Seattle WA 98122 theworksseattle.com

Spacecraft is a wonderful crafting shop on Capitol Hill. The shop is brand new and dedicated to…read moreproviding space and supplies required for a HUGE variety of DIY projects. Spacecraft fills a big void in a day and age where people have less space at home to invest in their creative endeavors. You can see that the ownership has a great sense of pride in this shop, every little detail makes the space cozy and inviting. In addition to providing a launch pad for a variety of independent projects, Spacecraft is also hosting workshops led by experienced artists and crafters. It is so amazing to see a store like this pop-up in the "New Seattle era," one that encourages the exploration our individual creativity while also fostering community. Well done Spacecraft and welcome to the neighborhood. I can't wait to watch you grow!

Super awesome crafty space! I am totally going back. You can go in and make all of the things and…read morethen someone else cleans up after I mean how good is that? The place is set up with supplies for loads of projects, yarn, hooks and needles, beads, wood beads to paint, card making, stamps, Washi tape, colored pencils, acrylics, watercolors, big and little canvasses, hot glue, glitter, pipe cleaners, puff balls, ribbon, Embroidery supplies, there is more I'm sure I'm forgetting but that gives you the idea. Nice big wood tables to create on. They also have classes in Addition to open studio time, I highly recommend it!

Blick Art Materials in Seattle handled a frustrating situation with serious professionalism…read more We bought Arches 300lb watercolor paper online, and when we came in my dad was convinced it was the wrong weight. The associate who helped us (blonde hair, and I really wish I remembered her name) was calm, patient, and genuinely kind the entire time. She didn't turn it into an argument or make anyone feel talked down to. Instead, she immediately offered solutions: replace the paper or give us a refund. They didn't have the exact Arches paper my dad wanted to swap to, and she still went above and beyond by offering to call Blick and initiate an online return for us on the spot. That level of patience and customer service is rare. In the end, my dad decided to just keep the paper, but I left impressed with how well she handled everything. Big thanks to her and the Seattle team.

What can I say that hasn't already been said? The mecca for any artist within 100 miles…read more Fantastic selection of many mediums and a very friendly staff. Always a great time wandering the isles looking for treasure. Also, be sure to check the clearance rack. You never know what you might find for $.10 on the $1!

This is my families happy place. Great selection of crafts, seasonal diy decorations, quirky…read morestocking stuffers, and cavalllini prints. Their selection of cards and curated paper reminds me of De Medici Ming and I am happy the village has this location for shoppers. The service is outstanding and Jenn and Victoria went above and beyond. As a long time village shopper and former staff person at the village, I truly appreciate this 5 star treatment. Please elevate this feedback to corporate at Barnes and Noble and promote these two individuals.

I don't know what it is about stationary, but I tend to flock where the stationary is. Yes, I am…read morethat person who uses an actual planner and has miscellaneous notebooks for different purposes, as if it's a means to justify buying a super cute notebook in the first place. It's not like I'm a student! But, Paper Source makes anything possible. This location is in U-Village, and always has a lot of inventory, from stationary, craft tools, gift items and even candies. They have it all to make any Pinterest home office a real thing. If only I had unlimited amount of funds to buy it all. But a cute notebook or two will do. I always love stocking up on their planners and journals here. Expect to pay extra because it's in your favorite color or is a name brand like Kate Spade or Riley Paper Co. Plus, they always are in season, just like any good fashionista. But for paper and decor. Visit during the holidays and you'll find adorable, holiday prints that aren't tacky or has-been-done. They even have a mailbox for children to drop off letters for Santa. How cute is that? Such a fan of Paper Source!

True rating: 4.5/5 I had a lovely time with my sisters for a…read moremuch needed outing! This is a great brunch spot with the girlies, a super fun work event, the perfect birthday activity for any age - and you get to take home something memorable. Something you created alongside people you shared this memory with! Did I mention that there's FOOD? I just got a coffee this day, but my sisters had some tea and a pastrami sandwich. I stole a bite of the sandwich, it was indeed delicious. Next time, I'm going for a brunch outing and I WILL be indulging in some mimosas. The most beautiful pain and sip place I can think of. So you come in, order food and drinks if you'd like and then find a place to sit. Go pick out the pottery piece you would like - I will warn you, this is the hardest part of the process. After that, there's a station with all the supplies you may need (paint and paint palettes, paint swatches after firing, brushes, sponges, stencils, paper towels, food paper to sit things on, water bowls, I'm sure there's more I'm missing). Return to your table, paint, order more food, play with the super fun games they have?? (We played with a miniature pool table. Sure, it was missing some balls, but how often do I get to play with a mini pool table?), and when you're ALL done, take your piece to the counter. They'll have you take a picture of your item before paying for it. You will use this picture to pick up the item(s)! You pay for it and it's ready to pickup in 8 days! Plan ahead :) I do wish that there was a little more guidance when you arrive, but with that being said, everything *is* on their website. Some information is a little confusing or not current, however. I also wish that this place was a bit better staffed, but I know that's an issue many face and this business appears to be fixing! When it was a little rushed, I could sense the frustration of the person behind the food counter. Completely understandable, but it leaves room for improvement! Overall, I can't wait to come back to this place. I painted the plate, and I kinda want to try this again and see if I can improve! Can't wait to bring my mom here, maybe for Mother's Day?! You know what, let's all bring our moms here and create something special - memories and pottery!

Came in with 10 people for a booked painting session on Saturday at 7pm!…read more This place is super cute and pottery painting is always fun! I like that they serve more food than other places I've been, so you can eat dinner while you paint. We ordered the charcuterie board for 6, 2 pizzas, and a few bottles of wine. The charcuterie board was yummy with classic foods and we really enjoyed both the spring fever and spinach and Gorgonzola pizza! The wine list was pretty small with about 4 white options and 4 reds ( I think ?) but we were all satisfied with the ones we got. I like that they had instructions on every table of how to prep and paint everything from beginning to end so we could be very independent through the process! From what I saw, most pieces were between 25-60. They had a decent amount of options to pick from, including a plates, bowls, mugs, and trays, as well as animals and trinket holders. I would've loved a few more paint colors but what they had got the job done! There was a little chaos with the payment because of our reservation, but everything got sorted out and we had a great time! I can't wait to see my finished product! *there is not a dedicated parking lot, only street parking

This was the first time I had been to Michaels, which was a bit overwhelming and had no idea where…read moreanything was. I asked a salesclerk and she didn't know either nor did she try to help. She just pointed and said, "I think." It wasn't that busy; however, all the salesclerks didn't bother to ask if I needed help as it was obvious I didn't know where to find things and they were too busy on their phones. POOR customer service. Frustrated, I was walking all over the store trying to find what I was looking for. Luckly, this one very nice salesclerk noticed I was overwhelmed and asked to help me. She wasn't sure they had what I was looking for but she went out of her way to try to find it. Mmmm, the first salesclerk didn't even attempt to try to find it. Will try to find another Michaels!

selection, staff to customer ratio, staff courtesy ei. "hello i see you someone will be right with…read moreyou." rather than ignoring all the customers in line when you just walk fcking by!!! I will say the other other woman was apologetic but this has happened so many times. Michael's pay enough people to work the register so your staff doesn't have to go out on the floor to help people. Not hard to figure out, you're just being cheap at the expense of your customers. You lost your one!! I will NOT be back EVER, not worth the perpetual frustrations.

AMAZING embroidery floss selection, the ladies at the store helped me out with the few that were…read moreout of stock but they carried nearly all of the available DMC colors. Absolutely the best sewing and fabric store i've been to ever!

It's hard to find a fabric store in Seattle these days so Stitches is a real find. I've purchased…read morefabric and Sashiko thread and needles that have made me really happy. I appreciate their helpful staff and their quality merchandise.

Such a fun place to come for an activity!…read more We went early on Saturday which I highly recommend! If you walk in after 11 am, you most likely will be looking at a long wait. However, it's worth it IMO! Weekends are busy and there's generally a wait. However, I opted to paint outside and got seated right away. They have a great selection of items to paint. I picked two jars. They have a variety of supplies that allowed me to bring my vision to life! The number of colors they have to select from is vast too. They have a wide range of brushes and tools, and I appreciated their two sizes of paint pen detail bottles--perfect for writing! Nicky was so helpful and accommodating. He reviewed how the pair a work and the process thoroughly but succinctly. He brought my chosen pieces out to the table since I had my dog with me. It is dog friendly outside! Not sure about inside. Check out was pretty seamless, and Erica did a great job with my checkout! The prices for the pieces are comparable to ones I saw at another similar establishment, which was good to see. If you're looking for a fun activity, check out Paint the Town!

Super cute spot. I used to come here about 10 years ago, and I love that nothing has changed in the…read morebest way. It feels very calming and nostalgic being here. They have a great selection of items to choose from to paint, along with a wide variety of colors. The ambiance is adorable and the staff is friendly.