I needed yarn, but I was new to the city and didn't really know my way around. So I consulted yelp…read moreto see if there was a yarn store within walking distance of my house. There was. The yarn barn. So i walked there. It's located in a residential area on Reynard so you have to be looking for it. You can get decent quality yarn for a fair price and there's a good selection of textures and colors. My crocheting looks so much nicer using this quality yarn. Note: they ONLY sell yarn.

Tucked down a side street from RMIT's maddening architecture, Melbourne Artist Supplies can feel a…read morelittle like a bat cave. The artificial light contrasts with the sunshine streaming in the roller door, so your eyes may take a second to adjust to the wonder that awaits. All manner of art and craft supplies inside, with friendly staff who know what they're talking about. The prices march the quality, and every now and again a sale will have the place crawling with crafty types.

Hand Maker's factory has recently moved from kensington to seddon and is situated atop a lovely…read morehousewares shop. It is a studio space that empowers people to confidently create in a sustainable way. Young teachers share their knowledge of sewing, knitting, screen printing, macrame and stamp carving amongst many other skills. Alongside their workshops, handcrafted tools, supplies and other items are also on offer via their online store. The studio space is run by the gorgeous entrepreneurial Nicola Prested. This morning I took a three hours long workshop in making a macrame plant hanger. I found free parking easily on a Sunday morning. Booking the class was easy via weteachme.com, and if you book with a friend you get a discount. You may think macrame is just about tying knots but it can be quite meditative. It was a small class of five women located in a bright homely space. We were greeted by two friendly faces, hot cuppas of tea, homemade chocolate zucchini cake and anzac biscuits. We learnt to tie a noose (definitely useful in getting out of life imprisonment) and square knots. Our arms hurt from all the tying but we were persistent. Lots of knots later and our bellies full of goodies, we had gorgeous maiden's fern pots sitting on top of our well tied ropes. We even got an instruction sheet to take with us. Hello etsy here I come. :) Definitely coming back for macrame part two.

From the owner: Handmaker's Factory is a one-of-a-kind place for creative enthusiasts, located in the heart of West…read moreFootscray. It's a vibrant and welcoming space where you can bring your crafting dreams to life. Our business offers a diverse range of workshops suitable for all skill levels. Our expert instructors provide hands-on guidance and foster a supportive community of makers. Whether you're a seasoned artisan or a novice looking to explore your creative side, Handmaker's Factory is the perfect place for a memorable and fulfilling crafting experience. We offer Clay Club and Open Studio for independent practice. Our aim is to provide a focused environment for each participant to explore their creativity and improve their skills through hands-on experience. Many of our workshops are suitable for groups, special occasions, team-building activities, corporate events, and schools. We welcome group bookings, either in the studio or at your location. We are happy to arrange payments through schools, councils, NDIS, etc. At Handmaker's Factory, we strive to create an inclusive space for all individuals, regardless of culture, gender, sexuality, religion, or ability, to visit and safely enjoy. Please note that workshops run outside of our general opening hours. If you are planning to visit outside the specified hours, we recommend reaching out to us via phone or email to confirm that we will be open. We look forward to welcoming you!

Gorgeous swing store, the girls in here are so lovely and they stock a really amazing range of…read moremachines and accessories. I also love their fabrics, not that many places to buy fabric anymore. I would definitely recommend their classes

From the owner: We specialise in selling and repairing most brands of sewing machines, embroidery machines and…read moreoverlockers. We give a free lesson when you purchase your machine from us.

I've been here a couple of times and believe I will love it forever. Firstly they have a craft…read moremenu! Yay! A whole list of stuff to create, cut & paste and cover in glitter. Prices start at just a few dollars and cover a whole load of messiness levels. Second major plus is the yumo food. Food is great for grown ups as well as little mouths. from cupcakes to smashed avo on toast, there is something for everyone. Check out Crafternoon, you will think it will only take an hour or so, nope, leave plenty of time for this gem :-)

Had a BLAST at Crafternoon! I wasn't feeling particularly inspired but I have badge making ago and…read morecame home with a badge/bottle opener I was pretty proud of! The food was good. Not the greatest, but definitely good. Good serving sizes and great customer service. There's really not much more you could ask for if you're looking for a chill, fun, yummy afternoon brunch. Can't wait to head back and get creative all over again :)