Excellent inventory, service and location. Went here to buy a frame and the staff went above and…read morebeyond to help me. They have anything you need to create, frame and care for your art projects.

For all your art needs, there's only one place in Sydney to go: Parkers Sydney Fine Art Supplies…read more They offer a wide selection of art supplies from paints and brushes to linens and frames. They also sell dvds on how to paint and books on different art topics (from teaching you how to create art to catalogues of contemporary art). And if you're looking to have a picture framed or a canvas stretched, they can do that too. They have everything related to art that you're looking for and more. They even rent out easels for those who can't afford to buy one at the moment! A store with a long-standing history and reputation, it has excellent quality products and great customer service. You won't go wrong buying from this store.

A complicated series of referrals led me to The Framing Workshop, strange not least for the fact…read morethat the path roamed all over Sydney but brought me to a framer right round the corner. Three things you want from a framer: a good range of materials, some creative advice about how to put a piece together, and an efficient delivery framework. The Framing Workshop came up trumps on all these, even though I was actually after mirrors and not art! This is a business that the proprietor sinks his heart into. It's also in a fab location - in amongst the re-purposed Georges Heights Harbour Trust development, with the added advantage of parking right outside the door, so when you collect up your prized framed pieces, its a cinch to get them into the car.

I first used the Framing Workshop in 2000. I was looking for a framer for a donated signed…read moreWallabies' rugby jersey as a prize for the local public school's Quiz Night fundraiser. I walked in off the street, never before having used The Framing Workshop's services. The generosity of community spirit shown by the proprietor, blew me away. I have used Framing Workshop for all of my framing needs since that time. I am delighted to report that, in my experience, Richard's work is of excellent quality. As an added bonus, he is pleasant, prompt and diligent. He also has a keen eye for aesthetics, but is far too polite to judge the customer's taste. He will also recommend less extravagant/expensive options for the customer's consideration. The location of the shop is such that it is always a pleasant diversion to go there. It is so nice to avoid the hassles of finding somewhere to park the car and so peaceful.... Ginta Viliunas

I initially came here to deliver boxes of random yarns. Not only did I get help bring ing the boxes…read morebut it was explained that there are many things I can bring in to recycle...including original patterns. AND then I walked into the store....not only was there well sorted recycled yarns, materials etc but new stuff as well

Nicest staff i've seen in a while. Has a very warm welcoming atmosphere with the cheapest prices on…read moresewing items. Sells vintage machine as well for a good price! A lot of vintage 70's-90's sewing patterns for only 2-5 dollars

Awesome experience from start to finish. I have been trying for ages to find a great picture…read moreframer that doesn't charge the earth. Was recommended to this one and am so thankful. We went in with a number of items and whilst I had ideas, really needed some direction. Toohey was terrific. He seemed to just get it and immediately picked the perfect frame and mount for each of the items I had. A number were antique maps so I didn't want them glued down like so many of the other insist need doing. Instead he did proper hinges. We picked up this weekend and were delighted. They look so so good and the quality is top notch. The flag that was being framed and float mounted, you can't see how it is attached to the board which is ideal. The others are mounted in ways that just make the maps and detail pop. The icing on the cake was the bill. They may not be the cheapest, and compete with those that frame through factories off-site, but you get the quality of a true craftsman at very reasonable prices. I cannot praise this experience highly enough and I will be back in a few weeks to get some of my previous disasters re-framed! Thank you

If you like textiles, fabrics, design and gorgeous things then chances are you probably already…read morelove Chee Soon & Fitzgerald. This tiny interiors store on Crown Street stocks everything from furniture, wallpaper, lamps, bags and purses, cards, wrapping papers and all sorts of small design pieces. There's a good selection of designers wares including Marimekko and Georg Jensen as well as beautiful pieces by the stores own CSF brand. The owners are passionate and love to talk you through the pieces and the history of the store.

Textiles! Furniture!…read moreDecorative arts! These dapper chaps have been celebrating life and furnishings for 18 years, first at Surry Hills and then at the vanguard of the Redfern revival. As friendly as they are urbane, as urbane as they are storied, there's that much great fabric and lampshades and interesting schtuff in their little shop I feel like one of those kids with melted chocolate all over their hands that goes around touching everything. Massrs Chee Soon & Fitzgerald are also well down for a chat, pick their brains about the history of Surry Hills and the inner west, they're a font of artsy knowledge.

Great pottery studio with a very nice atmosphere. Joe and the team are great teachers. Really…read moreenjoyed spending time in this oasis in the city.

What a great experience and an excellent way to unwind!…read more I took the first wheel throwing class this afternoon and I loved every minute. The instructor (Ian?) and his assistant were patient, knowledgable, friendly and professional. They offered appropriate support throughout class to all students, the talented and the struggling ones equally :) It was little talk and a lot of hands-on (90% of the time). You get to practice with as many pieces of clay as you want, but you only keep your best two, which is plenty. The shed is an extremely cool, inspiring warehouse style workshop! I recommend the class for a single person, a date night, a family or a birthday party. I'll be going back for sure.

I bought this cutting board at the Milsons Point Market and carried it home to San Francisco. It is…read moretruly beautiful and a testament to exceptional craftsmanship. This piece reflects the spirit of Jo&Ki. Jo loves mixing, pouring, and experimenting with materials, and that creativity is clearly present in the resin work. Ki's love of timber shines through in the smooth grain, the rich natural scent of the wood, and the unique patterns that make each board one of a kind. The board is both practical and artistic, with a solid feel and careful attention to detail. It is clear that this couple brings intention, skill, and care to their resin and wood craft. I am grateful to have brought this piece home and highly recommend their work for its beauty, quality, and thoughtful craftsmanship. https://www.etsy.com/shop/ResiwoodByJoKi

Excellent service with super friendly and knowledgeable staff. A large selection of art supplies at…read morereasonable prices and a generous rewards program. This my shop of choice for art supplies and advice. i highly recommend this strore

This is definitely my kind of arts and crafts store. Positioned across the street from Lincraft…read more(the generic, mega-chain of the art supply world), Erckrsley's provides style and quality that far surpass the competition. I was recently in the neighborhood looking for supplies to make my fascinator for Melbourne Cup. I was able to find my base materials at Lincraft, but was looking for some speciality origami paper to make paper cranes out of for the purpose of affixing to my fascinator. The Lincraft staff sent me across the way to Eckersley's and I was able to find exactly what I was looking for. Their individual paper selection here is incredible. Not cheap though, that's for sure. I think each individual paper sheet I chose was around $3 a piece. Eckersley's also has a great selection of painting supplies, brushes, canvasses, etc. This is a shop for the serious artist or the crafter who wants to ensure their hard work is accented by only the finest materials. I wouldn't personally be able to afford sourcing all materials for a project here, but it's definitely worth dropping a dime on crucial accent supplies. The staff is friendly, the store is well stocked and the quality is high.