I'm a sucker for arts & crafts and creativity in general and Craft Works ticks all the boxes. This…read moreshop is one of the most comprehensive of its kind and one of the best in Bristol if you discount the likes of Hobbycraft. From the outside you might be forgiven for thinking this is a frivolous, girly shop for bored housewives and old ladies but oh how wrong you would be! There is a large selection of sketchbooks, drawing paper, paintbrushes and Daler-Rowney paints - all essential for art students and established artists alike. The store itself is lined with cards and displays that have been created using products from the shop, such as decopache kits, rubber stamps, ink and stencils. The only thing that limits the possibilities of the products in this shop is your own imagination. Price are reasonable and there is also a framing department at the back of the shop where you can take in your masterpieces to hang with pride.

Craft Works is probably the largest shop of its kind in Bristol. Stocking everything you can…read moreimagine, (and then some), for those with handicrafts in mind. Reasonably priced with knowledgeable staff on hand to explain what everything is for, Craft Works is creativity made easy. They even host workshops in the evening. They also stock resources for those of us who can't quite decide what hobby would suit us best, or for those of us that would like to be a bit more creative but aren't exactly sure how. A full range of magazines is available with comprehensive advice on hand. And just for the record: I'm in the market for a knitted toilet roll cover with a Cindy-type doll miraculously emerging from the middle. There's a commission in for anybody who can master the skills required to make one. I'd like it in shocking pink. Get enrolling now!

I was visiting from Michigan and the lady in the store could not have been more helpful. Delightful…read moreplace and super friendly. I would highly recommend this place.

Heaven in Henley. Open only on Mondays and a handful of other days (check the website), this…read morewarehouse store cum quilting club/classroom is a local treasure. The fabric alone is a visual feast: - any mom/mum of a young child should swing through here at least once to understand what a fabulous resource is near at hand - any craft-loving tourist with an hour to kill should walk the flat half-mile from town to pick up gorgeous stuff you just won't find at home - any new householder should swing by to find some decorating options that won't break the bank, while adding colo(u)r and flair And, for local quilters and sewers (or those who would-be) the knowledgeable, cheerful staff are so helpful with tips and solutions. They are also just plain accommodating and nice, while the ladies who come for the fortnightly quilters circles are just lovely.

My husbands main Birthday presents was Wales/Scotland 6 Nations rugby at the Milleniium Stadium,…read moreWelsh whiskey & decided to make it a Welsh themed Birthday. I loved the Sheep Poo range cards, air freshness (Daffodil, fresh cut grass). Husband reaction 'SHEEP POO!'

First of all, this place has a really good website as well as a good shop so if, for some reason,…read moreyou can't find what you are looking for, definitely do go home and try to find it online. The site is really easy to navigate. The staff in the shop, to get back into the thing that I am actually meant to be reviewing, are lovely. They all seem to be quite passionate about art and crafts, though I realise that that seems to be an odd statement. They all seem to enjoy art and crafts greatly is perhaps better? The prices are really good and the range is just fantastic so you're almost certain to find what you need. I did, as it happens but the staff are so good that I'm sure they wouldn't mind helping you out if you were missing something,

Now I'm not at all a crafty individual, however I can't deny that this shop even touches an…read moreartistic part of my soul. They have a massive selection of craft items such as ribbons, lace, stickers, stamps, and the most beautiful, delicate paper. The staff here are friendly, and even better are willing to offer advice on how to create specific items using these products. In particular I'd recommend this place for those of you who are clever (and frugal) enough to make your own cards.

Well established old fashioned wool shop. Tiny but a gem. Wool of all colours and styles is packed…read moreto the ceiling. Staff some who must be 60 climb on a ladder to get it down!! Mainly Budget wools ..No Rowan or Debbie Bliss Wool here The ladies who have worked here for years can advise Theyalways knitting behind the counter or wearing knitted garments to give you ideas. The shop has a keep back service on the wool for a month if you can not afford it all at onceloads of patterns but it can be difficult to browse these properly as space is so limited and only a little shelf where all the pattern books are kept.

Absolutely stunning! This place is HUGE inside and it is beautiful! Wow! Looks like Didcot actually…read morehas something else to be proud of ;-) Really nice place and the parking is either at Sainsbury or the old top of town car park so not close but it is a great place!

Strange looking building which doesn't really fit in with the look of Didcot but then I suppose its…read morebetter than most of the dreary looking shops in this town. The food in the café is yummy! Not too pricey so well worth a visit, I would definitely recommend it. They do seem to be bringing in some good acts at the moment so its worth keeping an eye on the line up

One of the few things people know about me is my love of garb. I have so many bits of fabric and…read morestuff around for making garb all because this shop has the most wonderful fabric. On a recent expidition, my garb got an upgrade courtest of glitter fabric paint. Absolutely fantastic place stuffed full of fabric and the knowledgeable staff you need to get whatever you need. I highly recommend spanding hours and lots of money in here!

Originally I quite enjoyed visiting the ramshackle but very well-stocked fabrics, haberdashery,…read moreembroidery and crafts side of Masons in Bath Street. Although somewhat time-consuming to work through on your own to find what you need - it has an old shop appeal to it that some can find charming, the items that I've wanted for general sewing, embroidery and craft projects have usually been handily in stock. However, I've always found the staff to be very intimidating to speak to; I've been glared at for asking a polite question or advice, I've been ignored queueing at the counter in a practically empty shop when staff have been chatting to each other and, generally, made to feel I was unwelcome or an annoyance to be put up with. I thought the adjoining crafts and embroidery shop had more approachable people, but even that has changed in recent months to being greeted with unsmiling demeanours and barely a word spoken. What I decided was my final visit to this shop was having one of the trainees/temporary staff that regularly change on the haberdashery and fabrics section serve me with all the bad attitude that a bored, inexperienced and unhappy teenager can muster. Much eye rolling and huffiness ensued as an older staff member deliberately walked off and left the trainee alone to serve. For some minor purchases this was an unnecessary, and really off-putting, performance. I like to buy locally and support businesses, even at higher prices than you can find elsewhere, but not when I'm repeatedly treated to terrible customer service. Especially when it is noticeable that some customers immediately receive much more help and attention. If you don't mind the varying levels of service and attitude, then Masons is worth visiting for its wide range of stock. If you prefer to be treated with at least minimal courtesy and helpfulness as standard, best look elsewhere.

This is a lovely shop crammed full of items for the artist and hobby enthusiast. The staff are very…read morehelpful and will order items if they are not in stock. The range is good but some prices are a little on the high side for the more run of the mill items. The isles are close together which makes it hard for a pushchair. Parking is up the road in the public car parks and the shop is located on on of the town centres main roads.

I bought items from the ebay shop and delivery was extremely prompt which was great. Unfortunately,…read moreone part was broken, but I phoned Aylesbury Arts and Crafts and they were only too happy to send me a replacement th very next day.

qaulity products can always find something new are good qauilty and at qaulity prices shame shop is…read morenot bigger nice to have a craft shop in town centre

A lovely shop down one of the most charming passageways in Stow-on-the-Wold. The new shop…read morespecializes in local and UK pottery/ceramics both by new and upcoming as well as well-known artists and has pieces to suit a variety of tastes. For myself, I have one of Nikki's own beautiful tile creations. Stop by the children's boutique a couple of doors down too!