If you love Detroit (or just great local finds), put this everything-Detroit boutique at the very…read moretop of your list. It's one of those shops that perfectly captures the spirit of the city while still feeling welcoming, creative, and genuinely community-focused. The location in Midtown is super convenient, with easy street parking nearby -- always a bonus in the city. And if you have time, definitely pop next door to Nest, which they also own. It has the same thoughtful vibe and is absolutely worth browsing plant-centric items. This is my go-to spot for gifts, although I'll admit some items mysteriously end up staying with me. The selection is fantastic: unique Detroit-themed T-shirts, beautiful jewelry, coasters, drinkware, cutting boards, locally made soaps, baby gifts, and so much more. Everything has a Michigan connection, and a lot of the pieces come from local artists and makers, which makes shopping here feel even more meaningful. What really sets this place apart, though, is the people behind it. The staff are genuinely kind, knowledgeable, and clearly invested in their community. You can tell they care about supporting local artists, small businesses, and the neighborhood as a whole -- and that makes supporting them feel good too. If you want authentic Detroit gifts, thoughtful local products, and a shopping experience that feels personal rather than corporate, this spot absolutely delivers. I always look forward to coming back.

Located adjacent to their sister store Nest, City Bird is a small shop specializing in Detroit…read morethemed housewares and gifts from local artists . If looking for a unique gift for your favorite Michigander,this is the place to go.

this place is awesome. my friend drove by it on day and went in and then insisted i had to come…read morelook. they do have some stuff for cheap and some stuff would cost less at a chain or warehouse, but whatever, just get it all here because you'll come out ahead at the end. i did get some buttons for cheap and dirt cheap glitter. there was also some stuff i would never use that was amazing to look at - doll body parts and decorative things and such. (i sew a lot but am not big on crafting so some of it was out of my realm of understanding.) the ribbon, lace, or tulle by the yard was on the pricier side. they also have some random little toys that are like fifteen cents. and beads. there are so so many beads here, it made me wish i did bead crafts of some sort. also, they give you a little gift when they ring you up. i got a diy lace snowball ornament. it's hard to describe but you kind of feel like you tried to go back in time, but the machine took you just a bit too far. but the stuff is still relevant to your interests, but slightly off enough that you're not going to buy everything. just go check it out. it's a lot of fun and i'll definitely be back.

From the owner: Specializing in: - Arts & Crafts Supplies…read more- Jewelers Supplies & Findings - Jewelers-Wholesale & Manufacturers - Wedding Supplies & Services - Craft Supplies - Jewelry Supply Wholesalers & Manufacturers

My daughter and I just took a junk journal 101 class and had so much fun! The store was great - we…read moredidn't have enough time to shop around but there is so much art and crafts made by local artisans so I will definitely return. Kimberly was an excellent instructor; she patiently answered all of my questions and helped me figure out how to use different materials in different ways. She had a very generous amount of supplies for us to use and we learned enough to inspire us at home in making our creations. Highly recommend Life in the Craft Room as they have an amazing list of classes, a great workspace and fabulous instruction!

Participating in the stained glass class was an incredibly enjoyable experience for us. The…read moreestablishment boasts a stunning environment, and the instructors are truly remarkable. We found it fascinating to delve into the historical background of stained glass art and to learn that the vibrant glass materials are sourced from various places like estate sales and renovated old buildings, imbuing each piece with a unique story and a sense of significance. The detailed explanations provided for each stage of the process and the tools utilized were greatly appreciated - the hands-on learning approach made acquiring a new skill feel particularly rewarding by the end of the session. The hidden gem that is the stained glass class within the Laurel Park mall pleasantly surprised us, and we're eagerly looking forward to returnin

Noel night and The Art Loft go hand in hand for me. Each year I stop in to see what unique items…read morethey have. Tonight I have the pleasure of volunteering in the store wrapping gifts for The Ronald McDonald House. I've truly enjoyed seeing customer after customer come in with a personalized greeting for the owner, Rachael, as she addressing them by name. I love the class, style and quality of the clothes and home items. It's really nice to see men looking at the John Lennon Collection and Desigual brand clothing. Women are loving and purchasing coats, wraps. My holiday request for my kids are the Clara Clark sheets! I have to see why people are coming just hoping they are on sale. Wrapping gifts and listening to the shoppers has been fun tonight.

This store needs a makeover. The shelves are crammed with some of the most useless junk and the…read moredust in there was killing me. It's like a high end dollar store. Everything but the kitchen sink.

Needed some art supplies and was recommended to come here by a friend. They seem to have everything…read moreyou could possibly need for drawing, painting, clay etc. There was always someone available for questions and everyone working there was incredibly friendly. We will be back again for their great selection and fair prices. Students get 10% off too!

I love Blick in general. I used to work down the street from a location in Chicago that was TWO…read moreFLOORS and I could spend hours in there. It was my favorite place to brows. Now, this Blick isn't two floors, in fact their one floor is only a fraction of that other store, but not every location can be that stacked. It's a smaller footprint but they pack a lot in. You don't usually get to see ceramic glazes and underglazes in arts & craft stores but they carry some which made me really happy as I was able to find a few of the underglazes I had been looking for. They also carry the Mayco brand (which no other ceramics specialty shops in the area I've been to carry) and I was able to find a few of their colors that I had had on my wish list. They have a ton of brushes, canvas, paints, pencils, solvents, etc, etc. All at various price points, so no matter what your background is, professional artist or novice, you can find something to either get you started or help you hone your craft. In addition to the art supplies they do have a small section of some miscellaneous gifty-type things which are also fun to browse (many of which would make great stocking stuffers). My last visit I got a keychain tape measure and I can't tell you how often I use that thing. Best couple of bucks I've ever spent! The other thing worth noting is that they do offer a "buy online pick up in the store" option which is great if you're in a hurry. If they don't have what you're looking for in shop they can find it for you in their online store. I've searched for some really random stuff over the years and I've always at least been able to find it on their website. Staff here is very nice and helpful. I love the mural on the wall outside, too. Fitting for such a great art store.

Blocks a bit pricey but has everything I need as an artist- The service is very helpful most times…read more- I wish I lived closer

I could live in this store!!! Only downfall on this location is the parking. Oh wow parking can be…read morea nightmare! The staff has always been EXCELLENT They always have deals upon deals! I recommend these guys over Michaels!

took a pottery class where we were instructed on how to make a bowl on the wheel. the space was…read morelarge and airy with natural light. the instructor was an amazing teacher and helper and we had a lot of fun! if you're local they have group classes and packages. a huge plus is there's a kitty adoption center next door!

From the owner: Still Life Ceramics Studio Ferndale offers hour long classes on the wheel, month long classes,…read moreworkshops, membership and private parties!

What a cute little shop with over 200 vendors! We came during an event and there was a woman with…read moretaste testing for her jams with crackers. She also had meatballs too. It was only $9. There was tons of different crafts and things to look at. We went to the top section of the floor and we saw that they had a craft class going on. I even found this syrup I use at the store for super cheap. A lot of the items were affordable and unique. It was a super cute gift shop.

This is such a fun place to shop and to take classes at. It is fairly easy to find and there is a…read moreton of parking. I have taken 4 different classes here. All of the possible classes are listed in their website. I would be hard to pick a favorite class. Each of the classes is taught by a different artist or expert in that class. There are 2 different areas where the classes are taught one in the back and one in the middle section. The website has a description of each class that is offered as well as the requirements that you need to bring for the class. The ability to walk out with a project that you learned how to make is priceless. I highly recommend going to a class at My New Favorite Thing or just going shopping. Local artists each get a section to display. I will be going back for more projects.

My husband brought my daughter & I here to paint pottery. It was a cool experience. You pick your…read morepiece, pay, receive instruction, find a seat & paint. The space is clean. They had a decent amount of options to choose from. It is not a quick project, so expect to spend some time here. Prices start around $25. We were told 1-2 weeks to pick up the final project. I can't wait to see it. I would go back & paint again. It would be cool for groups as well.

My girls and I signed up for the Saturday pottery wheel class and it was such a fun experience…read more None of us have done an activity like this so it was pretty exciting. The class held about 12 people. Our instructor was so nice and patient. She helped everybody and left no student behind. It was so interesting to do! Our bowl shapes turned out pretty good! And we got to paint them! They'll contact us in 2-3 weeks when they're dry and finished

This place is amazing. It's like a dust up of DollarTree (but with better prices), Hobby Lobby…read more(the clearance aisle) and MAC crafts in Dearborn (1nce upon a time); with a little Franks (IYKYK) and Goodwill thrown in for good measure. You never know what you'll find nor how much you'll need it until you see it. Get it while they got it (No matter how much you think "nobody else is gonna want to buy this") One person's trash is the next person's treasure. Repurposing at its best with a wonderful cause being supported. The employees are great! I love to see the looks on the faces of children the first time they come in, their mouths fall open like mine probably did.

I'm an art teacher, so this place can be a gold mine for me. I never go in there with a specific…read moreproduct in mind, because " it's like a box a chocolates." (Hopefully you get the reference ). Today was a great visit! The employee was a very arty young girl with fun piercings. She was friendly and definitely took care of me, price wise. I didn't realize that a lot of the things I got were not included in the bag price, my bad. She was so sweet and gave me a great price. Everything was clearly for my classroom. It's a good thing that this place is pretty far from my house and that I try to not be the art teacher who hoards stuff, otherwise this place would be a regular hang it of mine!