I needed one final gift this holiday season and found myself at Cottage Crafts for the first time…read more This is like a year-round craft show laid out like a small antique mall with different sellers having their own corners of the shop. I was able to find many options for knitted hats and scarves to choose from, and everything was priced very reasonably and much more affordable than I expected (averaging about $11 for a handmade hat.) I did see on the receipt that sales are final, so keep that in mind. I will definitely be back for gifts in the future!

This place is so charming. The selection of goods are all handmade or ready to be used in a…read moreproject. You can feel the love put into the store the moment you walk in, and the different variety gets your mind racing for something to create. The price points are excellent, and the staff is so kind and knowledgeable. Stopping here always makes my heart happy.

I was super excited to find this cute store on Friday night so we drove back on Saturday to buy the…read morealligator purse. The salesperson was indifferent and I couldn't get my questions answered so I left empty handed. :( I love the boutique and will return since they have great stationary and tons of cute cards too!

While on a road trip from Los Angeles to Berkeley, I detoured a bit to visit some quilt/fabric…read morestores and The Wild Hare Haberdashery was one of those stops! I actually found out about this place in the most random, roundabout way... A friend sent me a package and accidentally left the order confirmation from her Wild Hare purchase inside. Naturally, I did what any curious quilter would do... Looked it up, loved their online vibe, and decided I had to see it in person. Parking was easy in a nearby lot and the store itself is charming with a variety of craft supplies including quilting fabric, needlepoint, watercolor kits, washi tape, and even finished handmade goods available for sale. When I walked in, initially I did not see anyone at the register/desk, so I browsed up front. Eventually, I spotted an employee at the register but they didn't greet me or acknowledge me which was definitely off-putting. Customer service is everything. The fabric selection was nice though I found the online selection more enticing. Everything was of very high quality. I ended up leaving with just a roll of washi tape. Overall, cute store and worth checking out for the variety, but I wish the welcome had matched the charm of the space.

I loved the art and the stationary items, however I go there often but the guy in the front/cashier…read moreis pretty rude and not very friendly. Completely different from the vendors but still the prices are pretty high and a little customer service would hurt :/ great products though!

Such a delightful store filed with adorable cards, prints, keychains, stickers and other goodies…read morethat feature art by local artist Genevieve Santos. I'm so in love with these playful prints that will be up in my office soon!

A mural artist recommended this art supply store for an art project I'm working at home. It is…read moresmall store that shares its space with a glass art store. Good ideaThe young man behind the to share the cost of rent. Please note that the variety of supplies is limited to paints, mostly spray paints for art projects. The plus is the nice and knowledgeable young man who works there. I told him my general idea for my art project and he gave me some good ideas on how to implement it.

We followed the directions to the Bascom Ave address. We drove by four times and didn't see it. I…read morethink they are gone. If the place is hidden, someone please post how to find it.

Pottery supply stores are very far and in between in Bay Area. But I'm really happy that Clay…read morePlanet is close enough to me to be able to utilize. They have a great selection of all sorts of glazes and tools, transfer papers and even an awesome sale selection. But what makes Clay Planet absolutely amazing is the staff . I've been utilizing their firing services for about two years now and I can't express enough how much I appreciate the entire staff. From the front desk people to the firing man himself Bobby, I always feel supported and cared for and I'm very thankful to have found a place where people genuinely care about your artwork. I would recommend going to this establishment.

What a wonderful place for those who love pottery! Let me tell you--I came in for one specific…read morething. and was greeted as soon as I walked in. The employees were all with other customers so I just walked around and it is SO organized and so, so clean! They have such a great selection of glazes, tools, and transfers--and even Clay Planet merch. And the pricing is so good! Mentally, I was thinking it was going to be double (but probably because I live in an area that doesn't have a huge selection, so everything is $$$). But so thankful to have been able to stop by this place. Everything is wonderfully organized and the staff is so, so kind. I wish I could visit here more often!

I love this store. They have so much variety. The ladies were very helpful with questions and…read morelooking for different options. I'm so glad Domus is back in Los Gatos!

I'm so happy Domus Gift Shop is back! I used to shop at the Los Gatos and Willow Glen locations…read moremany years ago and was sad when they closed. The Los Gatos location opened back up in 2023, but I just found out about it. Stopped in today and they still have the best stuff. I saw so many things I wanted to buy, but decided to think about it a little more before I do. On my list is a retro kitchen clock that looks like the one from my childhood, cutting board with a built in lemon zester and knife sharpener, rechargeable lantern in a cherry blossom pattern, air fryer cookbook, onion saver, and a melamine bowl with a cute design on it. The staff was friendly and helpful, and their prices are reasonable. It was such a joy to be back at Domus!

Today is Local Yarn Store day across the country, a day that encourages knitters to support…read moreindependent yarn stores, so I made it a point to visit Fillory Yarn, which is in my neighborhood. I used to knit a lot, but lost interest a couple years ago, and recently decided to try and get back in to it. When I arrived at Fillory I was immediately greeted and asked if I needed help with anything. I asked for a simple pattern to help ease me back into knitting. The staff member (maybe the owner?) guided me to a table covered in free patterns they were giving away for LYS day and said I should pick one and then they would help me find the right yarn for the pattern. I picked what I hope is an easy shawl pattern and then another staff member led me to the appropriate yarn section. There were so many choices of beautiful yarn I had a hard time deciding. I finally settled on a skein of Malabrigo in variegated shades of blue. I didn't see the needles I needed for the project, but it turned out they had them behind the counter. It was so convenient to be able to buy everything I needed at once. To top it off, they offered to wind my skein right then and there. Usually yarn shops don't offer this service on special days like today when the shop is crowded with customers. Fillory has been around for many years through several owners. They have a large selection of yarn and helpful employees who work hard. There is also a dedicated space for social knitting if you want to drop by to knit with others. They offer a variety of classes, too.

I don't always walk 40 minutes from my hotel when I'm in-town for a conference, but when I do, it's…read morein 85 degree heat and to visit a San Jose knitting store during the Bay Area Yarn Crawl! After my trek, Fillory Yarn was like an oasis. I immediately felt welcomed by the coziness of the store (it's very welcoming and inclusive), as well as the very friendly and helpful employees. Multiple said hi and welcomed me in, asking if they could do anything for me or if I needed any assistance. I've only recently begun to get into knitting and I loved their social knitting table! More stores should have that. I live in SF and I suppose SJ stores have more space for that. There were multiple people sitting and knitting and chatting. I also appreciated their sale section! I didn't buy anything from that section, but considered it. I also got a 5% off discount off my first purchase for joining their loyalty program. Everyone was so very helpful and friendly, quite a few employees and they all asked if I needed help. I loved their examples of items that were made with yarns they sold. They have an extensive collection and variety across types of yarn, materials, yarns for different items, books, accessories, and items across different price points--there is something for everyone and anyone, which makes sense. Fiber arts are political and I've been very impressed at how stores and fiber arts communities are welcoming everyone of all backgrounds into the fold. I'm disappointed but not surprised that some Yelp reviews reflect people who don't appreciate that inclusivity.

2/5/26 - Stopped by to drop off my piece for the upcoming film photography show. This studio is…read morereally cool inside and they sell local artist merch as well. Please check them out if you ever have a chance! The staff are also so nice too!

Empire Seven Studios is situated in a charming location, adjacent to Tono Coffee Project, featuring…read morebeautifully painted murals, and the vibrant Japantown. I had my first visit a few days ago to see J.ma's exhibit Homey Homies. It wasn't long after that that I also felt a warm invitation to view more pieces around the gallery and shop. My son (7) is interested in art, and I try to introduce him to local art whenever I can. What especially made our visit memorable was our accommodation by a kind staff member named Zoey, who shared a wholesome moment with my son. She engaged him in drawing a picture while I browsed around, and also encouraged him to continue making art after I showed her his previous paintings. My son came home beaming about how inspired he felt by Zoey and the wonderful art we got to see that day. I'm truly grateful for this space that connects local art with our community and beyond.