Vancouver DIY stores to help with your next craft project
Do-it-yourself projects are one of the most creative and affordable ways to update your home, switch up your personal style, or pull together a special event. I like to revamp my home each season by adding a touch of personality or a pop of colour. If you’re working on a hands-on project, check out these Vancouver DIY stores for all sorts of crafting tools and art supplies. [Photo credit: iStock.com/ Alessandro Di Noia]
Rath Art Supplies
2412 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3E2If you love painting, then you’ll absolutely adore Rath Art Supplies. The Mount Pleasant shop carries everything you need to become a skilled artist, including high quality brushes, sketchbooks, oil and acrylic paints, colourful pencil crayons and pens, easels, origami paper, molding clay and canvases in all sorts of sizes. You’ll feel inspired to create a masterpiece the moment you walk through the door!
Paper-Ya
9-1666 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3S2This Granville Island store is a one-stop shop for those looking to create unique cards, origami, or other paper-based artwork. If you’re a bride to be, or planning a party, then be sure to stop into Paper Ya to discover their beautiful collection of Japanese paper products, sophisticated stationary and sealing wax – perfect for creating your own one-of-a-kind invitations.
Spool Of Thread Sewing Lounge Inc
101-649 15th Ave E, Vancouver, BC V5T 2R6Creating your own clothing, bedding, and other fabric-based pieces is an excellent way to add a level of personalization to your home or wardrobe. This boutique style sewing shop in East Van is great for finding unique sewing items and accessories, including colourful cotemporary fabrics with funky graphic prints (think llamas, bobby pins and lipstick kisses). The shop also offers introductory sewing lessons and project-specific workshops covering everything from pillowcases to bow ties to kitchen aprons.
Urban Source
3126 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3G7This alternative art store on Main Street carries some of the most offbeat DIY materials in the city, and is a great place to shop for eco-friendly art supplies. Manufacturing discards and remnants (badges, buttons, scrap fabrics, card stock, plastic shapes, and more) are sustainably sourced from local landfills. Stock changes often, so it’s best to stop in frequently to see what’s in store. If you’re looking to recycle raw materials into something completely new, Urban Source is the place to go!
Maiwa Handprints Ltd
1663 Duranleau St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3S3Located in the Net Loft on beautiful Granville Island, Maiwa Supply is a dream destination for serious artisans. Here you can shop for beautiful spools of yarn and thread, fabric paints, natural dyes, and knitting and crocheting tools. In addition, you’ll also find unique painting brushes, print screening equipment, and block print supplies, as well as practical accessories such as aprons and face masks.
Dressew Supply Ltd
337 Hastings St W, Vancouver, BC V6B 1H6Whether you’re a beginner sewer or a skilled seamstress, Dressew is the place for you. The Gastown textile emporium has a wide variety of sewing supplies and incredibly knowledgeable staff to help you find exactly what you need. Items are available in a range of price points, meaning you’ll always be able to find fabric, thread, and other sewing supplies within your budget. If you're planning on making a one-of-a-kind costume - head here for all sorts of creative materials.
Opus Framing & Art Supplies Ltd
1360 Johnston St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3S1Another spot perfect for beginners looking to get creative, Opus carries a wide variety of project supplies and has an experienced team to help newcomers navigate the shop. Whether you’re looking to buy art supplies for kids or you want to start your own project, you’ll be able to find all sorts of painting, drawing, and sculpting tools at this Granville Island shop. And, if you don’t feel like leaving the house, you can also shop for products online via the store’s comprehensive website.
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