Took my grandson into this little bookstore. I have arts supplies. We picked up a usborne train…read moresticker book. The have kids books and toys for kids too. I want to go back before I leave town. Support local buy local.

I still love going to book stores and purchasing books. Every time I have come here, I have been…read moreable to find what I am looking for. If they don't have it in stock, they are more than willing to order for me. Their staff are always friendly, courteous, and extremely knowledgeable.

So dang expensive, but nice to access a small selection of art supplies…read more Im downgrading my review because the owner spitefully chose to search out my personal facebook page leave a negative non-recommendation of my personal fine arts page, because I left the above review saying Cowan is expensive. What an unprofessional response to a fair and objective review.

With the nearest Staples more than 200km away, one's options for stationary are limited in Nelson…read more A stationary store does not seem like an important resource until you don't have one nearby. I moved to Nelson for a three-month period and the City Boy in me started to panic when I went searching for some small metallic disc magnets and couldn't find any in Nelson's various drug and knick-knack stores. Mind you, I couldn't find them at Cowan's either, but this is as close to a Staples as you will get in Nelson. Family-owned with plenty of helpful staff, Cowans has been around since 1972 and does a great deal to support the East Kootenays. The business actively promotes recycling and regularly donates to the Food Bank. While they may be lacking supererogatory items such as small metallic disc magnets, they do have most of your stationary needs.

The staff member working there was extremely unwelcoming. I walked in, excited to make a bracelet,…read morewith my boyfriend accompanying me. I greeted the woman working there with a friendly "hello," but she just stared at me without responding. The atmosphere felt cold and uninviting as I walked around, making me increasingly uncomfortable. When we decided to leave, my boyfriend said "goodbye," but she didn't acknowledge him either. Needless to say, I won't be returning.

Not only do they have an amazing bead-types and colour selections, The store has a large inventory…read moreof items: unusual necklaces, pendants and rings for gifts. I find their suggestions helpful when making a bracelet for specific purposes and styles. And I keep returning - always pleased with the results. Cheers, Don K.

Absolutely awesome and adorable little place. They offer any kind of classes you are looking for…read moreand can help with any project you are working on. There is also lots of cool artwork for sale, and the owner is super nice and friendly.

From the owner: Art classes for all ages. Fun for the whole family, paint a picture, make handmade paper, create…read moresculpture, make a book, make jewelry...or we will help you with a project.