Went today after a beach trip. They were open half hour before closing, which is nice. I can't say…read morehow many times I go to a small shop only to arrive with doors locked before closing. Great art brands here. I was hoping for more variety for Caran D'Ache but at least they carried it! Employee was friendly. Cat was cute! Price was great at 2.50 a Neocolor. Great little find. Thank you!

The ladies who work here are kinda 50/50. In a many times I've come to Imagine they've ether been…read morevery lovely and great to talk with about all sorts of mediums! Other times they're... definitely not as friendly. I told them both on separate occasions that I do loads of mediums, mentioned digital and felt like I activated a sleeper agent. Both have gone off at me saying "that's not real art". Which is understandable and, please just say that rather than that AND a 30 minute rant on how younger generations are giving up on art because they don't see many kids in there. We're not, just being told our art isn't art. The cat is the best employee. 10/10, great greeter. While the quality of the supplies is good the price is difficult. Buy pencils from here and checked the brand store online and it was $15 cheaper. Which is understandable because it's located in PG, with other crazy prices and business expenses being what they are. If you are already friends with either of the clerks you'll probably have a much better time than I.

Drove 40 minutes to visit here on a rare day off. I planned out exactly what I was going to buy and…read morewas so excited to finally visit, only to arrive and see a handwritten note on the door saying the store was closed until Aug 19 :( I thought I must've missed something when on the website that morning and double checked, but there was no mention of a closure, not on the main page or the hours and contact us page. It's so disappointing because I'd been putting off buying what I wanted online to come support a small business. I'm wary to return in case this same deal happens all over again. I think I might just buy from a more affordable retailer instead of driving all this way for nothing. It sucks because it seemed like it is a fun store!

This is hands-down, my favorite store that caters to the needle arts. Jacki has an incredible…read moreselection of new and secondhand goods, including vintage materials, books, fabrics, yarn, embroidery thread, buttons, etc., just about everything you can think of. Very inspiring I always leave inspired and with great treasures.

I love Cindy and her beautiful, whimsical fused glass designs! I've taken my grandchildren there a…read morecouple of times for a kid's workshop. They LOVED it! She is so kind and patient. Her new co-op art studio, Studio 171, in PG is a collab among 5 family members and other local artists who consign their beautiful art as well! I purchased this beautiful ceramic whale made by an amazing local artist in this shop and I love him! The shop has many wonderful gift ideas. I swear, for an almost 79 year old woman, Cindy has more energy, motivation, passion, and commitment to her business and her customers.

Cindy is AMAZING! I went with a friend and our children for a class and we had the most fun and…read morewent home with fabulous creations and wonderful memories!!! Thank you fusion confusion for a creative fun experience.

They have changed store locations, now they are on the Cannery Row strip and much easier to find…read more The store remains beautiful with so many unique pieces. They carry Lupita Najaco dolls....and if you know you know. Most other retailers here in the USA only have the Navarro ones. I of course had to get another Lupita to add to my growing collection. Customer service was excellent and my doll was packaged with such care for transport. Staff was very knowledgeable about the Lupitas and the artists that create them. So delighted with this retailer being in Monterey.

I visited Culture Arts on Cannery Row today with my wife and kids, and the experience was…read moreuncomfortable from the second we walked in. The owner/artist immediately started hovering and acting like we were there to steal instead of shop. Constant comments about "being careful," watching us closely, and speaking to my wife and kids in a suspicious, disrespectful tone. My kids are well-behaved and know how to respect art, so that wasn't the issue at all. What really stood out was the obvious double standard. While we were being watched like a problem, other (non-Latino) customers were freely browsing, holding items, and being treated with kindness and actual customer service. When we were looking at some rings, he got even more tense--watching us and even checking the cameras like he expected us to take something. Then he approached my wife again in the back asking if she was buying something instead of just letting her browse. At that point, the vibe was already off. As we were leaving, he kept staring me down in a confrontational way. I finally asked him what his problem was, and instead of addressing anything, he just repeated "do you need anything?" like nothing was wrong. That pretty much summed up the whole interaction. Honestly, the way he carried himself was embarrassing--more like a paranoid mall cop than a business owner. Not welcoming, not professional, just uncomfortable. It's disappointing to see a place centered around Mexican culture turn around and treat a Mexican family like they don't belong. We were ready to spend money, but respect matters more. We walked out. Do better.

Such a cute fabric shop. They recently moved from their old location and now have a larger store…read morewith an even bigger selection of fabrics. There were so many colors and designs to choose from. The staff was also pleasant, and we ended up spending quite a bit of time browsing around. If you're in the area, stop by and say hello!

This adorable little quilt store has been in the PG area for 30+ years! What an amazing…read moreaccomplishment in the world we live in! A very nice selection of fabrics Kaffe, Tula, Basic Grey, Charlie Harper. Lots of different patterns, many of which are on display in the store, including some adorable stuffed animals in Halloween costumes! Shop local and keep little gems like this around!

Such a fun little shop in Carmel! So many cute things to look at, and everything feels thoughtful…read moreand locally curated. You can tell a lot of care went into the selection -- nothing felt generic or touristy. There were tons of unique gift ideas, perfect if you're looking for something special or a souvenir that actually feels meaningful. I could have easily spent way more time browsing. If you're walking around Carmel and love supporting local businesses while finding adorable, one-of-a-kind items, this place is a must-stop. its on the pricier side.

Bright, fun, and full of personality. Somewhere in Carmel has two retail locations in Carmel, both…read morefull of colorful modern paper goods, coffee table books, beautiful cards and stationery, unique tourist T-shirts, home goods, cute socks, tarot cards, and creative crafts and DIY kits. It's a good stop for unique gifts and souvenirs. Thoughtfully curated--I picked up a few unique gifts here.

I couldn't be happier with the exceptional work done on framing my university degree. From the…read moremoment I walked in, I received outstanding customer service. I was assisted by "Evelyn" who took the time to help guide me through selecting the perfect frame and matting color combination, carefully considering the style and format of my diploma. Her expertise and attention to detail truly made all the difference. The finished piece exceeded my expectations. The frame and matting compliment my degree beautifully, pulling everything together into a polished and regal display that I'm proud to hang in my home. It's clear that Evelyn takes pride in her craft as it shows in every detail. I would certainly highly recommend.

Spacious well organized, clean very helpful associates. Easy parking outside. The shelves were…read morefull. A lot of these things are pretty nice selection. Prices went up over the years but silicon buy a T-shirt for 2.99 all cotton. They keep up with the seasons. Restrooms were clean and very spacious and there is no luck on the door so we don't have to ask for a key. I had a hilarious experience at the restroom as they have the strongest air blower as well as the strongest water fountain. You need to see my short video Because it made me laugh and made my family laugh also.

Celeste was truly a breath of fresh air. On my first visit she was warm and kind, but the second…read moretime I came in, we connected even more. She took the time to give me honest, gentle feedback on the headbands I tried -- what really suited me and what didn't -- and it felt like she genuinely wanted me to feel good, not just make a sale. And she was right: these headbands didn't hurt my head like the ones I tried in the past. I always return to places where I feel seen and cared for, and Celeste made the experience feel personal and special. I'm already eyeing the beautiful bags they carry to help elevate my everyday style.

Very personalized service, and beautiful bags, scarves, jewelry, art and scarves. Loved finding…read morethis sweet store with a great selection of Graf Lantz bags from Los Angeles, and so many other unique items.

Wow, very cool place. Not the usual Cannery Row gift shop. They have interesting items and the BEST…read morecards every. We bought some for tons of birthdays this year. We were greeted by Georgia, the manager, when we were looking around. She was pleasant and gave us some information on the store. You could tell that she enjoys her job and believes in her store. Excellent qualities for someone you would hire to manage your business. We ended up buying a bunch of stuff, including a high-end bathing suit for a friend's little girls' birthday which we are attending after coming home from Monterey! Worked out real good!

Loved coming in here!…read more We were strolling around, being good tourists and walking into the shops in cannery row. Walked into this lovely shop with well curated items. The space is very inviting! We bought a card and some stickers. We could have easily bought more things here! We will be back!