Crafting needs? Check. Fabrics to choose from? Check…read more At these arts and crafts places, I usually find myself sticking around the DIY area. No, they didn't have the photo booth props I was looking for. They've got loads of random stuff. A great place to come if you have a project you are working on. It's also I good place to find something you didn't realize that you needed or wanted. I give them a thumbs up for their friendly service. Located conveniently across from Northland, but in another shopping strip, with limited parking.

Horseland- The Starbucks of the equestrian world…read more Reliable same same ol' Horseland where you can generally get what you need on short notice however you do pay a premium for the convenience of Horseland stock and opening hours. In recent years a change of management and a store reshuffle has improved the service and availability of items. Including better opening hours. The staff are helpful and more knowledgable. Nice to see.

One of the best places to buy fabric. Huge range - you can find pretty much every fabric you need…read morehere. Great store!

This place takes your breath away before you even walk inside; the large glittery vases, lights and…read moredecorative mosaic balls are like magnets drawing you inside. If you are looking to add some grandeur with home wares and furnishings to your abode, The Natural House is sure to have something to your taste. I just love the range of products they stock with naturally crafted woods, from bamboo bordered wall mirrors, Buddha statues and small tables. The Natural House is known for its exquisite range of large floor vases; you can choose from natural wood varieties or the magnificent painted glass selection; which look as if a thousand pieces of beautifully painted glass have been painstakingly glued perfectly back together; the effect is amazing and those vases shine from every angle. Save your pennies and go in there to purchase a few items, the owner is lovely and is happy to drop the price if you're grabbing a few things; just don't be shy to ask.

A lovely little shop for eager beaders who want to make something a little bit different and…read morespecial. Angela has a delicious range of beads (and other supplies) to help you create a bejewelled masterpiece. She has it all covered - including precious stones, unique plastics, pearls and vintage clasps that you'll find nowhere else in Melbourne. Take inspiration from the amazing creations around the shop and get expert tips while making your selection. Classes are available if you want to learn or improve, which are incredibly fun, motivating and inspiring (and have been known to include a yummy lunch with tea or coffee). Also a good place to take your broken beads for a fix up. Reasonably priced. Make sure you set aside some time before you come in - you'll come in with an idea and change it about 50 times after you see all the options and possibilities....

As the name suggests, this is a world of fresh fruit. But it also sells a selection of veges and…read moreother produce/products that would make many wanky shops in fancy suburbs feel a little embarrassed. Nothing more to add, this is a great fruit and vege shop.

For those not proverbially rolling in it, a trip to the Northcote showroom of mid-century design…read moreshop Grandfathers Axe is almost akin to a trip to an art gallery in that its furniture is so valuable and so expensive that you don't tend to walk out with anything other than a greater appreciation for awesome design. Specialising in furniture from the fifties and sixties, Grandfathers Axe really does have an extraordinary selection of extraordinary vintage tables, desks, chairs, sofas and more. That said, a nice vintage armchair of Spanish or Scandinavian provenance will set you back around a cool $3000, making Grandfathers Axe more of a window shopping destination than anything for me. The company itself is all class; all primrose yellow company Volkswagen outside; high-end design and fashion magazines strewn around the place and staff that look as if they'd be just as comfortable lecturing on an industrial design degree. If you have deep pockets and a penchant for incredible mid-century furniture, Grandfathers Axe is the place to go.

Barkly is a great place to bring your prints to get them framed up. They are not too expensive and…read morehappy to help with any shape and size. They also have some framed artwork up for sale. The frames in here are of a true variety, they come in all shapes, sizes and designs. If your looking for something modern or something classic, Barkly are happy to help. As a freelance photographer i bring large printed photos here (i frame my own as well but anything that is a gift of purchase i get it framed here) and the staff are always happy to accommodate. It does set you back $100 - $200 but professional framing has never been this cheap or looked this good!

When I lived just round the corner from Barkly Picture Framing I used them all the time and they…read morewere so good i still use them now I've moved much further away. Very reasonable, and very professional-- the finished product is always immaculate and they really take pride in their work. Highly recommended.