If you feeling a bit creative and arty farty then check out this shop and buy those essential…read morematerials. Paper, paints, pencils, stencils, and other standard tools of the trade are sold. Last time I was there I bought a lot of glass paint and good quality brushes which I am still using to this day. Prices are high and if you're looking to buy your elephant a new set of brushes then you'd be better off going to The Works. This shop will inspire you to create master pieces and fantastic disasters. The glow in the dark paint really works so don't spill it on things you don't want people to see.

Such a find! A real treasure trove of exciting arts and crafts stuff. From paints, papers, pads to…read morepencils, pastels, easels, brushes. the list could go on! I love shopping here as the staff are always friendly and welcoming and they make a point of sharing their knowledge with you and not making you feel like a complete dunce when you ask them daft questions! Oh they also stock Montana Gold!! Not the cheaper ranges, but the best of the nest of Montana! Bloody good value!!! Check it out!!

Perfect shop for all your craft needs. Came in looking for latch hook supplies & wasn't…read moredisappointed.

Brand new shop which just opened before Chirstmas 2008.Set in Teesside park with the usual masses…read moreof parking space availabe and later opening hours which are always a bonus to the 9-5 workers. A craft enthusiasts desert Island is probably the best way to describe it. Set on 2 floors there are shelves and shelves full of all the possible nick nacks you could possibly imagine. There is a good display of books to encourage you with your hobby. I have to say walking in to displays of every shape of metallic craft confetti and beautiful organza material tempted me to start. For those of you who are looking for that something different for your childrens party presents there is a fantastic selection of very well priced craft packs. Things like knit your own pet or grow your own crystals. Then you can find boxes of every shape and size to store your items in. This is the shop to collect all your craft needs under one roof and I have to say the items did not seem over priced.

Like the other reviews, nice art shop. I actually went in for some candle making items. The items…read moreavailable were a little limited, no kits & no bulk wax bags just 1kg bags. Being a novice to candle making I made some enquiries as what was needed to the staff who were more than help full, even to the point of asking another member of staff who had more knowledge. Had a brief look at the other craft sections & seems to be well stocked. I don't know of any other store in the town that supplies arts & craft so probably your best bet.

The Art Shop is a fantatic shop located in Darlington town centre. It is full of all kinds of art…read moresupplies, from fine art to pastels, from hardware to craft material. There is something for all your artistic needs. It is also child friendly, and an excellent way to get the kids more creative.

i love looking about hobby craft at all the different things you can buy to use to make things -…read moreits great for kids to expand their imagination in what they could make out of what they see. A great sized store with something for everyone

From cardmaking and scrapbooking to beads and jewelllery, this shop has it all. If it's arty crafty…read morethings you're after then you will feel at home here. This shop is huge and is spread over two floors. There is a lift and both floors are reasonably spacious. There is something for everyone here or atleast all of the materials you'll need to make something for everyone. The prices are on the high side and it's not cheap for colouring in books. There are however, so many different product ranges, ideas that will inspire and plenty of things to fill your cupboards with for the rainy days. Gift vouchers are available. Get your granny some wool.

A great place if you are not sure what you are aftert the advice is great…read more It isnt too good for disabled access, but the staff are very accommodating.

This is a lovely unique little shop on two floors where you can get all sorts of art and craft…read moregoods. They have an attractive window display and are always happy to offer advice. The framing service is strongly recommended-the prices are reasonable and the turnaround time is quick, with a good quality result-we have had a cross-stitch on the wall for over ten years no which was framed here.

A lovely little surprise of a place in the heart of Ambleside. It makes a welcome change from shop…read moreafter shop of walking gear, Beatrix Potter souvenirs and other tourist shops. There are 2 floors full to the gunnels of all kinds of products from great British designers as well as some other cool Europeans ones too. All modern, funky little unique designs from the Sedburgh Soap company Bud Duck, the Big Tomato Company, Suck Uk who produce the most adorable Salt and Pepper Bots and quirky stationary products from Takkoda, to name just a few. Some of my favourite finds in the store were the cookie stamps, adorable magnets in the shape of sparrows and Babbushkups, a trio of Russian Doll inspired glasses.

I love this store... mostly because they have such an assortment of items that I can find something…read morefor everyone I am shopping for... and myself of course. I particularly love the journals/books. Last time I purchased a Listography journal, this time I purchased a journal that gives you hundreds of topics to write about. Not just any kind of topic, but things like: Write a love letter to a person you dislike, What would you buy from the SkyMall catalogue and why?, or write a ransom note. More stuff to keep me from actually being productive! I also purchased a humorous Mother's Day card (my mom is American, but I feel the need to send her a card on British Mothering Day as well... lucky she is, two Mother's Days in one year) and a coffee mug for myself that says 'BLIMEY' and on the back it explains that it is an exclamation of surprise. Better than any tacky tourist souvenir shop. Of course there were a lot of things that I did not purchase, otherwise I would not have been able to have a very luxurious lunch... and dinner, but it is hard to narrow it all down. For example, the 'Poo Log' and the 'What My Poo Tells Me" books would be fantastic purchases for people like my brother, but completely unnecessary. If you are looking for others, souvenirs, or just something for yourself... bypass everything else and stop here!

What a gem right in the middle of town. Tucked upstairs in the Eldon garden, right by car park for…read moregetting your shopping back easy. It's Full of local artists work. Loads of gift ideas at a range of prices. Really friendly staff. Thoroughly recommend. Wheelchair friendly. There is 10 rooms I think of art. It was better than the trip to Laing art gallery

From the owner: Here at North East Art Collective we specialise in providing the best of local art and design to…read morehome owners of around the North East. Situated in Eldon Garden Shopping Centre we currently display and sell the work of over 150 artists and designers living and working in the region.