“Such an awesome store. Can't wait to start making books. One of my favorite shops to just hang out in. I also have about 10 different types of paper that I am not exactly sure what to do with yet but hopefully they come here one day LOL.”
“This is the place to go if you like to express your individuality through unique materials, such as paper! Especially if you’re super tactile and love different textures because they’ve got it all, from textures to colors to shapes. I asked the owner, who has apparently been there for 60 years, and he mentioned that they do wedding invite papers as well as business cards. And if you love scrapbooking this is a hidden gem. They’ve got stuff from all over the world! I miss when places like these were the norm. Parking is usually found on the street, keep in mind the signs. Knock on the front door because they don’t keep it open. They accept cash, checks and Zelle but no credit cards.”
“I came in here on a whim on my way to blick as I’m starting a new series and was passing by, I was met by the kindest, most helpful older woman who turned out to be the owner. I drive by almost everyday but never stopped in. I’m so glad I did. They are well stocked and I found everything I needed. Will definitely be making this my first stop when I’m in search of art supplies! ❤️”
“so glad this place is still here! i went here in high school in the early 2000s when i was learning to weave baskets from someone at the ren faire in my reenactment group. this place had everything i needed. this is the kind of non-corporate store i’d like to see stay open in LA! thank you cane and basket supply company!”
“What a great store. I went in to purchase art supplies for a project for my daughter's class. The wonderful folks at Blue Rooster spent literally 30 minutes helping me pick supplies, giving me tips on how to make things work best, and brainstorming how we could make it creative and enjoyable. I got an art lesson with my shopping experience! I will be shopping and recommending Blue Rooster for any of my art supply needs!”
“I love this place! It truly is the only Graff shop in the Westside . I love supporting this small business and the owner is very kind . Great customer service. Will definitely be coming back”
“Big Dicks Hardware is a great graffiti shop by OG Slick.
They’ve got everything—spray paint, caps, stickers, shirts, hats, vinyl toys—all in one spot.
Definitely a hidden gem.”
“I was walking home from the VA and I stopped in here to check it out and this is a wonderful shop. They have everything. Hunter, the attendant was very knowledgeable and really helped me spend some money and really helped me spend some money lol. If you looking for a good smoke shop that has the classic vibe, this is it! You won't be disappointed!!”
“First time in there and finding my Supplies as an Interior Design student.
I'll recommend this place for future Architects and Designer students from Santa Barbara County and Los Angeles County!!!
-Katy B. (Student at Santa Barbara City College)”
“Staff was kind and helpful! Even though I was looking for a very specific type of card that they did not carry, the staff member was kind enough to recommend other paper good store for me to look next. Would come back!”
“This is such a cool store with a bunch of educational toys you won't find anywhere else. I was overwhelmed by their selection. My niece was very happy with her gifts. Staff is super friendly and helpful.”
“Had a really good experience at Blick Art Materials. The store is well organized, clean, and has a huge selection of art supplies. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful. Great place for both professional artists and beginners. Definitely one of the best art supply stores around.”
“I really love to shop here in this boutique because they truly have the best dressed and accessories for us females. Truly a fantastic boutique with the finest dresses at reasonable prices. MANY THANKS!”
9AM - 10PM
1453 14th St, Santa Monica
Art Supplies
“I came to a mother's day painting class with a brunch. Such a sweet idea and such fun. The stuff were super nice, super helpful. The class was wonderful. The food looked great, I didn't really eat but it was abundant. Planning to come back for more classes”
“The problem with this location is that they have so much to choose from and the staff is kind and helpful. Be prepared to spend! ?Seriously though, we love this place! Highly recommend. Be sure to sign up for their club to get great deals.”
“I recently visited and came in for a new build; Adrian was there to help me at every step of the way. I figured I knew what I wanted and assumed what was best, but after Adrian showed me some alternative options and listening to his advice, I ended up pivoting, changing my build for the better and ending up with a board I'm very proud of. Admittedly, I'm not local, but I do appreciate an independent owner and shop when I come across them. I can't speak highly enough about Adrian - this dude is super friendly, patient, and has a wealth of knowledge and experience. Adrian backed all of that up with a solid selection of parts and components to fit just about any ride style/discipline. I'm super stoked and couldn't be more thankful for Adrian and Pros & and Cons. ?
Whether your local or travelling, you can trust that your in good hands when you shop Pros & Cons. This is the real deal. ?”
“Best store in LA. I've been coming here for over 30 years. It's family. They treat you with a lot of love of a variety out of this world stones from all over the world. You'll enjoy it. The prices are to die for you'll find the most rare stones and gold and silver necklaces that you can custom make especially for Mother's Day coming up you'll be able to find the best gift for your mother ever ! Please stop in and tell them that Tami Bennett sent you.”
“I really got lucky finding this store. I had been looking for over a month.I was looking to buy a good pen and this place worked out perfect! Everything you need is here.I said ‘yes’ as soon as I saw the fully equipped store.I think we need more stores like this one in all LA.So many other wonderful things in this place. You’ll be glad you shopped here!”
8:30AM - 3:30PM
4860 W 147th St, Hawthorne
Art Supplies
“I have shopped here for 30 years! Nova color constantly has something new to explore in colors, brushed or paint products. I am sad that they moved just far enough away that I have to honk about going to them. Thank you all!”
“We found everything we needed including the elusive battery tester! And, most everything was either 30-40% off!
We had help from a few friendly employees.
It was a fun afternoon with my mom 😊”
“The customer service is very professional and the quality of the work deserves my respect. I would undoubtedly recommend their services to other fellow photographers.”
“First time here. This was a very cute store. My favorite was their variety of wrapping papers. They also had a great selection of greeting cards. Would definitely come back to this store.”
9AM - 5:30PM
3714 Tracy St, Los Angeles
Art Supplies
“I've had 2 prints framed here. The woman at the front desk was knowledgeable and extremely helpful. The recent print I brought in I wasn't sure how to frame it and she helped talk me through several options on wood and matting. We landed on a beautiful bamboo frame that works so well with the print it seems to be made for it. The framing is beautifully done, I'm ecstatic with both pieces, thank you!”
“I love this store but Saturdays are pretty busy and I couldn't get help at the fabric cutting counter, which is why im not giving it a 5. I left without the fabric.”
“I had such a wonderful experience and I have to highlight the exceptional customer service I received. EMILIA, Demonstrated exceptional initiative by going above and beyond to assist me.”she was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely cared about making sure I found exactly what I needed.
Not only did she answer all my questions with confidence, but she also offered thoughtful suggestions that I wouldn’t have considered on my own. Her expertise and friendly attitude made the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free.
It’s rare to come across someone who exceeds expectations the way Emilia did. I’ll definitely be returning, and I highly recommend this location to anyone looking for both great products and outstanding service.”
“This is the treasure chest of art supplies. Staff is helpful and knowledgeable. They are all about serving the artists and community. They offer special programs to educate the public. They do archival art printing. I am happy my friend Joey introduced me to this amazing shop. Buy your Steadman Art Supplies and more here. Xx”