Always a great time at banana art lab - a place where u can really just let your creative self tey…read morenew things on your own or with others! Highly recommend tufting and deco decorating! Lots of charm options and deco cream. If u choose to paint over a figure/sculpture, please keep in mind that you will need to come back to pick it up once it fully dries. Everything else u can take home to dry or once its completed :)

Huge selection of doohickies to stick in the cream. Wide variety of colours and helpful friendly…read morestaff to show you the ropes for putting together your deco cream creations or paint poured art or punching a rug together. Definite fun for a group party or event to build a memory with an artsy momento to mark the occasion.

This is a great little shop featuring 100% Canadian handmade products!…read more Everything from Ceramics, Glass Sculptures, Wood Carvings, Magnets, Greeting Cards and everything in between. We found a great votive candle holder, that looks like crushed glass, for under $30! Take a look ;)

Rude owner. As I was shopping in her store, I hear someone behind me saying "No thanks! We're…read moregood!" I assumed the voice was directed at someone else. She then came over and covered up the thing I was about to take a picture of with her hands. Apparently, she minded me taking a picture in her store. Having a policy against photos is short-sighted, but certainly her right. I was bothered by the rudeness more than the policy. I'll take my business elsewhere, and encourage you to do the same.

Prices are great and the lady who works there is so funny and sweet. Highly recommend!read more

Me and my boyfriend went to this place as a cute date. They said they would email us when the art…read morewas ready, yet we NEVER EVER got an email. They said they would hold our items for three months and if not collected, they would throw them out. After not recieving any type of email for two months, my boyfriend drove all the way from abbotsford to this shop to pick up the art that we had created as he wanted to surpise me with it. Once he went into the shop, he dicovered that our art was not there anymore, they had lost it or thrown it out. This is so sad as they were a pretty expensive price as well i would say so. I am so dissapointed as this was something very special for us and it has been completely ruined. So i would reccomend you go to a more professional place where they dont throw away your things and actually email you when your art is ready. I would give this a 0 star review if i could.

Flourish is a new shop on Marine Drive, the main drag, in Gibsons near the beach. Everything they…read moresell is beach themed and geared towards women - clothes, jewelry, home decor, cards, and more. They have great taste. Came in while on vacation and found a beautiful sign about the beach for $60 that I purchased. The shop clerk was lovely and great to work with, as she was delightful and helpful. Note that they don't take US debit cards but do accept credit.

A Hidden Gem Beautifully Curated with…read moreIsland Made Gifts Ladies Clothing Handcrafted Jewellery Home Decor Local Artisans Craft Kits & Supplies

This store has everything you need for needle art -- an amazing selection of embroidery threads,…read moremetallic threads, needlepoint kits, hoops, needles, classes, and advice. They even carry some beads and notions. I am new to embroidery, and I got everything I needed here for a project at a GREAT price, much better than I could have got online, and also some much needed help with what to buy. Highly recommend! We're lucky to have a store like this on the island. :)

From the owner: Needlework and lacemaking supplies of all kinds - cross stitching, charts, books, patterns, fabric,…read morequilt fabric, threads and fibres, needles, pins, scissors, notions and lots more!

It was hard for me to judge, especially living in Vancouver when we have so many craft store…read moreincluding the big box chain down to some mom and pop shops, however, there was very little to be desired and or considered in terms of crafting supplies. I struggled to find some crafting inspiration. The staff were super super sweet and nice, however, it is just tough to give full ratings when the stuff inside is not worth buying.

A wonderful selection of clothing, from casual sporty to evening wear and everything in between…read more The owners are so helpful and knowledgeable about fashion. I've purchased a number of pieces from Whistle Stop and have appreciated their input when it comes to making selections for special occasions. I wouldn't think of going into the city to shop before stopping at Whistle Stop first.