I have driven by this place time after time, finally making a stop because a schoolteacher friend…read moreof mine recommended it. This store is intimidating when you walk in, with tall industrial shelving and narrow aisles, but has so much magic in stock! I came in for this pad of special paper they carry, and ended up walking out with a dozen different items! They have a bit of everything there. It has the art supplies any student would need/want, lots of craft project supplies and ideas. They also had ink bottles from many great companies - I got a phosphorescent ink just for the fun of it. They carry all shapes and sizes of baggu bags and hilarious pencil cases.

How it took me several years to find this art supply store I will never know. I live nearby and now…read moreI frequent this magical little shop. It's small but well organized. They have nearly everything. Craft supplies, art supplies, large selection of various glue, pottery tools, etc. It's local. It's funky. It's cool. I have enjoyed my interactions with the staff and have found them to be helpful. I'm thrilled we have this store here in SE!

I had always thought it would be fun to try one of these ceramic shops. Finally I tried Amazin'…read moreGlazin". After driving around forever on super narrow streets, I found a parking spot. We went in just after they opened for the day. I and my 16 yr and 10 yr old daughters were the only ones in there. We chose a nice big table, the owner explained everything to us, made suggestions, helped us pick all of our supplies and we were Off! What fun. We each selected a peice to paint. I chose a big long salmon shaped platter, Mandy chose a lotus fairy and Jess picked a big cup and saucer. It really was "Amazin'" in the fact that for 3 hours the girls didn't bicker, say I'm bored, say I'm hungry, say this sucks, critisize, NOTHIN! They got along, were polite to me and eachother, and truly enjoyed them selves. The store really filled up while we were there but we hardly noticed, we were in our own little world. We turned in our peices to be fired and i came back a week later to pick them up. They looked real cool. The owner wrapped them real good in bubble wrap but when i got home I noticed the fairy had a chip on her wing. Had to have happened before they got wrapped. Oh well, we love our ceramic peices and it was worth every penny for some decent quality time with the kids.

Shortly after a colleague from my old job told me that another former employee opened a shop…read morefollowing the birth of her son, I found myself wandering aimlessly around Sellwood, as my Mother-in-law indulged her penchant for antique-shopping... and ran across Bowl of Thistles, entirely accidentally. As I was telling my husband "Hey! I know who owns this place!" Stephanie (the owner) was busy telling her coworker "Hey! I know that woman!" Happy reunion ensued, followed by amazed perusal... honestly, I was astonished by the array of beautifully-showcased, high-quality, candy-like local artists' works tempting me from every corner. And she put it together in only a few months...! There were art-glass bowls and vases and jewelry, watercolor paintings and print cards, fabric arts fashion accoutrements and wall-hangings, crazy and humorous and "why-didn't-I-think-of-that" useful home decor, and all in a cute little renovated Victorian... must go back when I have a tshatshke/goodie budget. Really reasonable prices, too, especially given the quality of the merchandise and the trendiness of the area...

My mind is blown. When I was a little girl, there were plenty of real fabric stores, but for…read moredecades now I've lived in places where the only option is JoAnn's -- which is better than nothing but not by much. Mill End is GIGANTIC and they have every kind of fabric you can think of -- woolens, silks, athletic fabric, canvas, corduroy (when's the last time you found corduroy in a fabric store?), seersucker, etc etc etc. and they have a HUGE selection of notions -- every kind of zipper, cording, elastic, buckles, buttons... Every employee was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. I will be back more often than I should!

They need to revamp the store. Prices too high and it looks dreary. Looks like it did 30 years ago…read morewith the same bolts of fabric.

Bullseye Glass Is a familiar name in the Dallas, Texas área among glass artists, so coming to the…read moreBullseye Factory and Resource Center Is a huge bucketlist item. My trip did not disappoint! I was able to see glass sheets being made and take a tour of the factory and Resource Center. The staff was friendly and helpful and I had a whole new appreciation for the amount of work and quality controls that go into each sheet of glass. I really appreciate that the company works hard to retain their employees and create an atmosphere of collaboration. Seeing the thought that goes into creating the glass not to mention the choreography of the adding and mixing (and yes, I DO mean choreography!) to make the combination of colors. I can't wait to visit again and see and do more. Thank you for a wonderful and unforgettable first visit!

We stopped in here last weekend for I wanted to get some mosaic glass. This place does mainly fused…read moreglass but it's worth the stop! We made snowflakes this visit. So cool!! My boyfriend after that wanted to take a class so we are doing that in March. This place is pretty cool. The people there are very friendly and the glass is well organized

10/5. My husband was nearby and spotted this book store. We had to go to a wedding so we came back…read morethe next day to browse. It's clean, well organized, quiet, and there's chairs to sit and read. Pricing was competitive and felt like a good value. We purchased a couple books for the plane ride home. Would recommend.

Not too big, not too small, Annie Bloom's has a wonderful selection that goes beyond books. My…read morefavorite thing is the unmistakable, inviting smell of ink on paper that invites you to drop in and browse for a while. The staff is wonderfully friendly and knowledgeable - they can help you find anything and their recommendations are stellar. The author events feel like you're visiting with old friends. A treasure of a bookstore that's been blooming in Multnomah Village for over 40 years.

What an adorable craft boutique! Stumbled upon this gem as I was checking out downtown Milwaukee…read moreafter an appointment. The shop is a blend of vintage and Parisian inspired decor with glass armoires and baker's racks filled with treasures. Upscale craft, party, and card making supplies are in abundance. This is not Michaels crafts; these items have been thoughtfully selected and curated to create the charming ambiance of the store and the items that can be created. I wandered in a few weeks before Valentine's Day so hearts, Cupids and vintage Valentine's Day card supplies were plentiful. The owner, Kelli, offers classes which are held in the back of the shop where there is a huge rectangular table that can comfortably sit 15 or so eager crafters. I found the shop and environment to be very inspiring. I've been an active crafter since I was a pre-teen so this shop really spoke to me! I'll definitely be signing up for classes; a great way to make something unique without having to buy packets of the individual components. Plus the opportunity to meet others with similar interests. You can even organize a class for a group of your friends around a theme - bridal shower, special birthday, reunion, whatever! Kelli and I chatted for awhile; she gave me a history of her shop and her sister Kim's Chocolate Shop, Enchante, next door (see my review.) It's obvious that attention to detail, designing beautiful spaces and experiences, and a love for all things Parisian is a family trait!

For those who have not stopped by Kelli's new location you should. Also check out her website…read more Www.kmarielovesglitter.org. You will be impressed with the classes/trainings as well as enjoy the atmosphere at Milwaukee floral. Don't hesitate and sign up as soon as you can.

Wow! This was one of the most Portland events I've been to in a long time! The folks at Weird…read morePortland United have been producing the Weird Portland Gala for several years now, but Weird Fest has a fun, laid back vibe perfect for the entire family. In fact, Oaks Park is the perfect venue for this event in terms of parking, proximity to additional entertainment, food, etc. Weird Fest is an opportunity to dress up in your wackiest costumes, and mix and mingle with other artists, creatives and free spirits who love to Keep Portland Weird. Attendees will find lots of vendors selling everything from refrigerator magnets and magic wands, to elaborate costumes. The event offered lots of entertainment, including live bands, performances by The Unipiper, as well as appearances by Portland characters like Una the Mermaid, Broccoli Man, Elvis, and many more. We played a few rounds of Bingo, listened to some great music, and had a great time. I can't wait for this event next year!