I'm a huge crafter so I'm constantly going to Michael's or other stores. I've never had a problem…read morewith Michael's other than their yarn sales aren't the best. Every since they took over Joann's yarn I've been trying to come in more to get some of my old favorites but it's hard to justify when it's double the price if was at Joann's. Their craft paper something is on a good sale but other than that I rather take my business for yarn to other craft stores. Even local yarn shops have better quality yarn for similar prices.

Really good customer service from the custom framing department. The lady that helped me was…read moreprofessional and helpful. She seemed to care a lot in her selections of frames and mats. The price tag is quite high starting at $230+ and the turn around time is rather long, 2.5 weeks minimum. You do have to pay in full before placing the order. I haven't received the final product yet, but the service has been so far so good. Highly recommend.

Anna was an amazing teacher! We took a "try it" pottery class. Talk about patience, she was so…read morethorough but with very clear with easy instructions. I'm leaving with a piece that I was hoping to make!

Very patient and caring teachers , had a wonderful time for our first time and made lovely pieces !read more

I took the Intro to Blockprinting class this past weekend and overall, it was fun. I have been…read morelooking into picking up a new hobby or get into more craftin' to get in touch with my creative side. The class was $42 from 10:30a to noon. It is an open space with all sorts of art supplies, tools, and just about anything your imagination can muster up. Lots of inspiration. I was hoping to make more than just one small block and have different supplies like fabric for printing. It was very therapeutic to carve my small block. The class felt a little scattered - but it was a very easy going environment, super relaxed. Our instructor was friendly and encouraged us to tap into originality without overthinking it instead of looking up patterns or inspo on our phone. I really liked that. And she offered us all coffee, freshly made. You can basically come in to do all the arts and craft your heart desires, on a donation basis. Affordable and unique way to release your artistic side without investing too much in all the supplies and then an abandoning a hobby. I'd come back with a friend and check out a different class.

I went here as part of a work event to make lanterns for Lunar New Year . Stepping inside, I was…read moreimmediately greeted by an organized haven of craft supplies. They had construction paper, ribbons, highlighters, stamps, hot glue guns, and anything you might find at Michael's. Our instructor was very knowledgeable and showed us how she made her lanterns. She walked us step-by-step through the process. Now, I'm not a crafty person, but I was inspired enough by the ambiance and overflow of art supplies to get some creative juices flowing. At the end, I was able to create my own lanterns with some creative twists. I had a fun time and will recommend my crafty friends to check this place out!

This location is huge and has just about everything you could want for crafts, décor, or DIY…read moreprojects. The selection is amazing, with tons of brands, colors, and styles to choose from, whether you're looking for fabric, paints, or seasonal decorations. I especially love browsing the beading and cording section since there are so many colors and styles to work with for different projects. Prices are great, especially with their regular sales, so it always feels like you're getting a good deal. Between the size of the store and the range of options, this is one of my favorite places to stock up on supplies and get inspired for new projects.

I love hobby lobby but it's crazy how every time I come there's always really long lines and one…read moreperson on a register. I've worked at a hobby lobby before in San Antonio and any time a line got long they quickly brought people to the front and the issue was solved. This one is either severely understaffed or they don't care about their employees. Prices are great as always, but help out your staff please. Especially when it seems like nothing is being restocked or no isles are being rearranged for a new holiday. Still spent so much money. Would get a credit card with them if they had one.

I've been shopping at Paper Work for years. Yes, I'm a…read morelocal and this is one of, if not the best, local shops to buy "local" from a lot of locals. Over the last several months I've been decorating a shipping container and Paper Work was the first place I thought of for art. My new space looks amazing with all the different pieces I got from here and I feel good knowing I'm supporting locals rather than Target. I give Paper Work 5 stars when I wish I could give them 10. The staff is amazing, the owner is incredible and I always find something for me or for a gift. If you live in Austin, you should come here more often. If you are visiting, this is the place to shop and buy gifts for everybody who couldn't come to Austin with you.

Cute, eclectic shop off of Congress for your Austin chachkis. We wandered in here a few times, and…read moreended up getting an iron on patch and sticker. This shop is narrow, but long... there's a lot to see! Anything and everything related to Austin and Texas- jewelry, clothing, artwork, soaps, you name it! Fun shop to check out when visiting !

The girl with the colored hair in the framing department is one of the rudest people I've ever come…read moreinto contact with. She argued with my husband because he was asking questions about matting. Go anywhere else but here to get your framing needs. Every time I have gone in there she's been there and she has no idea how to be a customer service professional. I was also asking simple questions because there are obviously so many options and we don't know about framing so that's why we're asking someone else to do.

If you want to be stood over the entire time you're checking out then by all means this is your…read morestore. Michaels has lost a good customer. Teach your staff not to hover or racially profile.

Adorable little store that both looks and feels like someone's home, if they were exceptionally…read morecrafty and well-organized. It's the perfect place to shop for gifts, with all sorts of trinkets and and toys, unique cards for all occasions, craft supplies for young and old, and generally all sorts of things you never knew you needed until that very moment. They cram a lot into that compact space without making it overwhelming. The real crowning jewels are the authentic, antique printing presses that are a couple hundred years old, and still cranking! It's amazing to see that piece of history in action. Plus, staff are so kind and clearly passionate about what they do. They'll talk to you for hours about printing, if you want. It's the kind of "only in Austin" business that I want to support.

Such a lovely little store! The ladies working here were so welcoming and wonderful. It took me…read moredown memory lane remembering all the crafting I did as a kid. Found things here I would not even have thought to get. Definitely worth a visit!

Here's the tl;dr version:…read more -- Cool local art for purchase -- Supplies for urban artists (or amateurs who are headed over to the Hope Gallery) -- Unique souvenirs for Austin visitors -- #ATXFreeArtFriday Co-founded by a UTexas alumna Molly Maroney and another local artist known as Mouf in 2013, SprATX is a street art startup artist collective, gallery, & supply store, with this brick & mortar location opening in January 2014. Inside, you'll find spray paint, paint markers, stickers, prints, and cool urban apparel for purchase, all of which features the work of our local Austin street artists and often has a motivational, "Keep Austin Weird," or "Austin Pride" kind of message. Chances are that if you have noticed any impressive new mural or live street art event around town (such as at the X Games, ACL Fest, SXSW, FunFunFun Fest, East Austin Studio Tour, or the Long Center lawn) over the past 4 years, SprATX was involved. Their artists have also done work for most of the Alamo Drafthouse locations and numerous corporate clients around the city. As if that weren't cool enough, SprATX is also the creator of #ATXFreeArtFriday https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/atxfreeartfriday/, a weekly art scavenger hunt in which artists of all levels (from hobbiests to professionals) hide their work (stickers, canvases, screenprints, sculptures, textiles, anything goes) throughout the city. The artist posts clues on Instagram and waits for a lucky treasure hunter to find the stash. The finders post their "I found it!" reactions online, tag the artist and #ATXFreeArtFriday, and the cycle continues. Follow @atxfaf_official and the hashtag on Instagram if you want to join the game. The diverse 30+ member collective includes amazing local street scene artists like ZUZU, Roshi K, G52, Truth, Lucas Aoki, and Drib, whose works you've likely viewed all over town. The collective also serves as an incubator for talent around the country through their Artist Exchange Program, which pairs artists from Austin and other cities to co-create murals which are then created and revealed in the partner artist's city. I just love supporting a local business that fosters community involvement and puts beauty into the world. Closed on Wednesdays; otherwise open 12:30-7:30p daily.

One of my favorite spots in Austin. Housing the art of some of the city's very best. A collective…read moreof awesome and inspirational individuals. Stop by and check out the gallery, grab a print, original piece, some stickers or gear! They even have art supplies like markers and cans !!

I've hit up this market every time I've been in town and always find something great. Whether it's…read morehandmade jewelry, a cool art t-shirt or amazing drawings ... there's always something interesting here. Need a great gift and want to feel good about supporting local ... this is your spot!

I will state that I am an artisan here, but don't shoot cuz no one actually "owns" this place…read more.. it's a real Austin-thang. Gibson St. is one of two artisan-ONLY markets in the entire city: if it was made in China, then the artist is also Chinese. Great food, great people, great craftsmanship and selection. Better pricing than a department store, especially when you consider you're getting a ONE OF KIND creation, and most artists will customize on the spot for you at no added charge, if they can (depends on their art; some just can't)... Get THAT kind of service at Walmart! I am proud of the people I work with: all do great handmade and Austin-only goods! Fantastic tourist hit-it; you'll get nothing more authentically Austin than here. I've been in four other city markets, and this one has the best selection, artists, food, pricing, everything! See for yourself: that's free.

Fabulous shopping place year round for Christmas, holidays, birthdays or anytime gifts. Original…read moredesign cards, t-shirts, cute or irreverent socks & mugs for yourself & kids of all ages. Lots of Austin-centric goodies, souvenirs and artists' creations. Sweet, salty & sassy options. Interesting selection of new vinyl collections! Fabulous local shopping gem.

What a fun store! They truly have something for everyone ranging from Austin and Texas keepsakes/…read moresouvenirs, candles, assortment of glassware, tshirts and hats, trinkets, collectibles, etc. My father is retiring from Exxon at the end of February and when I came across the Texan hat with the 2 X's, I just had to get it. Will make this a go-to every time I visit SoCo so I can see what new stuff they have in store.