Are you experiencing symptoms of spring fever? Looking for a productive way to release all that pent-up energy? There's nothing to fear! We've updated our list of recommended resources to get practical tools, knowledge, and inspiration for your next new project…
Blim's long-running, city-renowned in-studio screen printing workshop, led by the one and only Igo Yuriko (Blim's artist and director), is held at our Chinatown store and is currently open on Fridays. Available by reservation only. Saturday and Sunday (subject to availability). All workshops for Intro, Intro and Level 2 Combo, and Color Screen Printing are delivered in one shot as a 3-hour or 5-hour intensive course, and each session is limited to only three of his students. Masu. Therefore, do not sleep. Please apply for your desired option. ALSO: Blim offers a completely safe and easy-to-follow take-home screen printing workshop introductory option, purchase of screen printing supplies, and button making machine rental for a day or week (and all button parts) . How to spend a rainy day! Find out more.
collage collage
3697 Main Street
DIY has no age limit. Case in point: the wonderful Collage on Main Street is stocked with essentials and complete kits (from wooden robots to felt finger puppets and more), plus it regularly facilitates online and in-person classes and camps . Seriously, you'll find all the crafty family-friendly activities here that are suitable for all ages. Find out more.
dress shoe
337 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1H6
Need ribbons, zippers, bobbins or buttons? Dressew has you covered. If you've never been before, imagine a sewer grocery store. The aisles of this Vancouver facility are crammed with every type of textile imaginable (and a few you probably wouldn't have thought of on your own), as well as decorative items. , concepts and tools. Find out more.
hand eye design ceramics
201-739 Gore Avenue
The time has come to apply for Hand Eye Ceramics' spring pottery class! Wheel throwing and hand building classes range from beginner to intermediate level, with a variety of class sizes (couple sessions and private lessons also options), dates and times. So there's a good chance you'll be able to find something that fits your schedule, as well as your experience and comfort level. BONUS: All six weekday afternoon classes are currently on sale. Find out more.
figaro's garden
1896 Victoria Dr., Vancouver, British Columbia V5N 4K2
Ready to start a vegetable garden but not sure what type of soil to source, which vegetables to plant, or how to put it all together? The helpful staff at Figaro's Garden are here to help. We'll teach you everything from soil and seeds to planters and pots. What's more, our super staff will be happy to share their wealth of gardening knowledge with you. Pro tip: This Victoria Drive shop is a very popular weekend destination, so you might get better lines if you can visit mid-week. Find out more.
learning
2643 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 1Z5
Do you have a little interest you'd like to indulge in, or just a general curiosity that persists? From maths to miniatures, beads to bunting, puzzles and simply 'pranks', Lannery has supplies for it all, Books and kits are available. Bonus: Last I checked, Lunari was doing its own version of spring cleaning to make room for incoming items…which means you'll get a ton of discounted items. Find out more.
maiwa supply
1663 Rue Durenleau
Located at Net Loft on Granville Island, the Maiwa Supply Store carries a full range of textile projects, including a variety of natural dyes and threads, and kits for everything from indigo and shibori to mehndi and tie-dye. And woodblock prints. Do you want a deeper and more informative experience? Visit Maiwa School of Textiles as soon as possible and learn about ink making, different types of dye methods (indigo, tannins, oxides) and their applications, and the all-new “Natural Dyes: Alchemy” Register for a multi-week hands-on workshop on. A “Chemistry Craft'' course with a unique scientific perspective. Spring 2024 classes begin on May 13th or 20th. Maiwa also offers a wealth of free online tutorials and informative documentaries. Learn from here. Find out more.
Lars art supplies
2412 Main Street
For a carefully selected selection of high-quality art supplies, visit Rath in the original Main Street store. Rath is also a big supporter of local artists, and you can find further inspiration in his regularly rotating window displays. Find out more.
text regional meeting
3934 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5V 3P2
Visit the Regional Assembly of Text on Main Street to load up on quirky prints made in-house the old-fashioned way. Additionally, there is a wide range of stationery to inspire all kinds of other handwriting and drawing activities. Do you suddenly have a creative urge and can't wait to get home and let it all out? Then stay for a while to make buttons (or some, if you have 30 or more) on your button making machine. , you can keep your design in the capable hands of Congress by giving 48 hours' notice by following these steps). Alternatively, you can rent a one-on button. -He wants to use his favorite vintage typewriter once. When it comes to writing, check out my Instagram feed for your next creative communication prompt. Find out more.
Soap dispensaries and kitchen essentials
3718 Main Street
Vancouver's OG refill store, The Soap Dispensary, is the place to stock up on a variety of dispensaries and ingredients and tools for self-care, kitchen experiments, spring cleaning projects, and snacks to keep you energized in between. Much more. Find out more.
urban source
3126 Main Street
Open for 31 years this April, Main Street's venerable Urban Source continues to be the place to stop for all kinds of unexpected, unique, and “discovered” art materials. A large, regularly replenished store with all kinds of craft supplies (many available in bulk), mostly sourced from local makers, this is a great place to shop for things like collage-making materials and decorations It's a place. Bonus: There are often free items lined up on the sidewalk right in front of you. It's definitely hit or miss, but it's worth a read. Find out more.
vancouver hackspace
1601 Venables Street
Already have an idea, but lack the tools, machinery, or proper space to bring it to life? You don't have to struggle – that's what Hack Space is all about. Our co-op workshop in East Van has everything from 3D printers to laser cutters, sewing machines, electronics, woodworking and metalworking machinery, and the space to make it happen. . Ready to invest in something more serious than a Spring Fling-style project? Move up the VHS membership tier ($75 per month) to gain 24/7 key-hold access and voting capabilities . Find out more.
vancouver tool library
3448 Commercial Street
Another option for those looking for an alternative to purchasing project tools at a hardware store is to become a member of the Vancouver Tool Library. VTL has over 1,000 tools in stock and available to rent for a very reasonable annual membership fee. Want a little more direction? Check out our list of upcoming workshops to see what's on offer in the coming months to tickle your fancy. Is it a workshop for decorative kokedama balls (living moss plants)? Or maybe something a little more functional, like carving wooden spoons to share or making leather dog leashes and collars for puppies? Should I focus more on speed, such as creating new classes? However, the slots for May and June are already filled, so don't wait too long to make a decision. Find out more.
wick + wax
3945 Phillips Avenue
Wicks and Wax is a local purveyor of everything you need to make candles, from honeycomb sheets and candle molds to fun, whimsical scents and colorful dyes. After all, they've been “in the beeswax business since 1959.” We are open seven days a week (closed on Sundays and STAT holidays). Find out more.