Such an amazing spot to check out do some shopping and be creative at. Lots of fun vendors, cool…read morespots to take pictures & very creative minds here with all the crafts that are for sale. Very talented people for sure. Loved the handmade soaps, candles and clothing options to salsas and knitting crafts. One of my favorite was the VHS spot with the Hollywood Video feel and it brought back memories of when it did exist. They had some fun stations I'm sure you can register but they had a make your own art with broken glass and there was a few people there participating. It was such a cool concept & then we went to go grab a beer across to the brewery.

Brees apples (caramel apples that she will slice for you as well) and Salsas Chingona--go to both…read moreand you will be one happy camper.

I have been doing ceramics for a very long time. This studio is excellent. Fully equiped. As a…read moreseasoned potter I enjoy being able to come in and work with everything I need at my disposal. Of course, you need to bring your favorite special tools but the basic ones are provided. Towels, basic molds, plenty of sinks and wedging tables, work tables galore, slab roller and an excellent glazing studio. They provide beautiful cone 10 glazes. Great people to work with and you are surrounded by excellent potters along with beginners and intermediates.

Blue water Clay location is in San Pedro. Very nice location for an Art geek. Really there is…read moreplenty you can do here. Get your hands on. Make all kinds of items made of clay. My kid is there and she enjoys it. Staff was friendly and helpful. Location covid safe. Staying safe here. They are really creative here. Stop by and see for yourself

I love this store, it has been a facet of the San Pedro community for 33 years. The owner Carla…read moreOrtega is a fantastic artist and such a beautiful person. She is wanting to transition to just teaching art classes so she is selling all the craft supplies below her cost. She is so creative if you are curious about anything she will teach you how to create amazing things. As the founder of the Dia de Los Muertos Festival in Pedro she is the shop to go to for all your needs for that celebration. Most items are hand made or hand painted by her.

The owner of this store, long in place, and now a gg grandma is responsible for Day of the Dead…read morecelebrations in California and if you don't believe us ask her to show you the official recognition plaque she was given. It started right on 6th street. Now the inventory is being closed out and is bargain basement pricing but then the concentration will be on the art classes. So buy yourself some chotskies and get back to being an artist.

Awesome locally owned art supply and stationary store. Very quirky and yet he has everything one…read moreneeds. I love this place!

Yesterday I had the good fortune of discovering Newer Art Supplies store at 1701 South Gaffey in…read moreSan Pedro. When I walked into the store, I was greeted by the owner Paul, who was extremely gracious and showed me around and found me everything that I needed. He is an amazing person dedicated to helping you and if you are in any way involved with art, you must visit his store it will make you happy.

It has been some time since I've been in a Michael's. I used to love crafting but it has taken a…read morebackseat in priorities. I went because I had a specific need. I asked a clerk for assistance and she just said "look back here and if you can't find anything, look in the craft area," as she walked away. Hmmmm, I looked where she had pointed, couldn't find anything and then had to search for the craft aisles. I roamed around aimlessly for some time. It was not easy. I finally found the craft aisles but had questions and there weren't any clerks around. As I headed to the checkout, I looked up my account on the app. No clerks at the front but the self checkout was open. I checked out and left with no other human interaction. It's a shame how the retail industry has changed. Ok, bye.

This review is for several reasons why I always had issues with this location…read more Yesterday I called in to ask if they had a plain wreath. The young girl who answered the phone had no clue and had to ask someone. I was placed on hold and can hear them talking. She went back on the phone and said the big wreaths they had were not plain and the only plain they had were small ones. We asked what the size was, etc. She claimed they had none and the only one they had were small. I didn't want to waste time, was the reason for calling but I drove to the store anyway, because how can they possibly not have any? I went in the store and the first thing I saw was a large pallet/box full of plain wreaths right there on the floor. How can they not see that or know? Good thing I went in. It's simple to just look around. The main issue with this place why I never came back after a few years, is because there was an old woman (Karen) that used to work here who was extremely RUDE. She was SO rude over the phone and in person, when I asked for her name, she flat out lied and gave me a random name. I went in to make a complaint to the manager and the manager said there wasn't anyone by that name. I described who the Karen was and complained about their rude customer service. They were apologetic and that it wouldn't happen again. Not sure if they ever confronted her about it. She was a grumpy old woman who hated her job, well over retirement age. She was mean and was very condescending over a simple question over the phone and she hung up on me. When I called back to ask for her name is when she lied. She had a smart remark and already bad attitude. Overall, just an incompetent workplace. People who don't know what they're doing, and folks who hate their job.

Hare & Trove is a South Bay gem for the unique gift giver! A super fun eclectic mix of fantastic…read moreoddities! If you are in San Pedro, it's a "Must Stop" destination! Also, their proprietor, Katie is a super amazing artist!

From the owner: Hare & Trove Company an eclectic gift shop and your place to find curiosities, bespoke gifts,…read morevintage wares and unique surprises! We carry apothecary items, altar supplies and original art. We have beautifully curated gift boxes packaged and ready to give. Or you can design your own gift crates that your loved ones will not soon forget!

Christina is a thoughtful instructor and knows how to engage with her students at all levels…read more She is top notch as an Art instructor and even higher as a person with patience for a variety of circumstances.

From the owner: Twisted Roots Crafts offers fun and engaging craft class for adults and kids! We host weekly public…read moreclass or hire us to host a private craft class just for you! From 6 - 160 people we have hosted craft parties of all sizes. We love to make any event extra special by adding the joy of crafting in a relaxing and engaging environment.

Huge praise to Jen, the amazing owner of AR Workshop! Three gal pals got together for a creative…read moreouting and ended up making the most beautiful soft chunky blankets. The whole experience was engaging, calming, and honestly so much fun. We loved it so much that the three of us already made plans to sign up for another class. When a place makes you feel that relaxed, creative, and connected -- you go back! If you're looking for a unique party idea, want to learn a new skill, or just want a fun get‑together with friends, I highly recommend AR Workshop. Jen has created something truly special.

Fun laser wood painting workshop and a brand-new offering. We were basically the guinea pigs, but…read moreeverything ran smoothly. The artist/owner was very kind and even stayed longer than expected to help us get the results we wanted. It's clear they're constantly developing new workshops and trying to engage the community. Solid four-star experience. If you're looking for a hands-on studio activity to try something different, this place is worth checking out. It's on my radar now.

I love this shop! There is always something new and it's really fun to look around and see all of…read morethe amazing books and things you can't find anywhere else.

Purple Sloth Media has a wide variety of books, journals and beaded pens. The shop is well stocked…read moreand organized. Lots of books to look and choose! I highly recommend this shop!

I took my 2-year-old to a playgroup event I found under Facebook Events at Sprinkles n' Stuff in…read moreLomita, and it was wonderful. The owner was so sweet, and the playtime lasted about 45 minutes. It included a meet and greet, free play, coloring with a focus on a specific color and letter, wooden puzzles, and then a little more free time to play at the end. The price is very affordable, and it's a great way to spend some time with your little one while also helping them learn. I had never been to this business before, but they also have a large DIY craft wall with activities for all ages, including adults (like decorating your own cowboy or cowgirl hat). I believe playtime is held every Thursday: 9:00-9:45 AM for ages 0-18 months and 10:00-10:45 AM for ages 2-4 years (you may want to call to confirm).

I have been here for four events and it's an amazing space. I first came for a cookie decorating…read moreclass, so I thought it was all about cookies. But I soon learned there is so much going on in there. I've also enjoyed the craft swap, a unique vendor event and even line dancing! The space is so versatile! I've even got my eye on trying out a calligraphy class and a hair curling class. So much to choose from for kids and adults. Check out the website for all of the monthly activities, or get inspired how you can rent this space for your own events! If you can think it, they can make it happen! Bonus: The owner, Cynthia is amazing. Creative, kind and non stop energy! Such a find!