In this post I would like to share with you some of the craft stores in major cities of India and online craft shopping portals .
Check back often on this post as I shall keep updating this based on new shops I discover or new buying experiences.
Please do post your favorite Indian craft supply stores here. Give as much details as possible such as City and area,Craft supply available eg paper, punches etc
Whether you consider it pricey , high quality etc and if your craft store is a friendly neighborhood store do tell us if you have to bargain!
For Indian Crafters selling supplies :please do post your link or contact number here so that everyone can benefit
General Guideline to Buying Craft Supplies
What I have found when buying craft materials be it card stock , papers, punches or the fancier cutting dies...prices vary tremendously from shop to shop, city to city ,seller to seller and even within the same shop or seller from time to time!!
Craft sellers especially online sellers keep having sales and discounts which may be seasonal/festive or as a competitive strategy[to compete with other sellers having the same product].
Often craft supply sellers lower their prices by several hundred rupees to beat the competition or clear their stock [ If you are buying when the stuff goes on sale its ok but how about the other side of the coin?I have personally been unluckily affected by this trend when just days or weeks after I buy a product the same seller decreases the price to a considerably lower rate].
So if you are planning to buy fancy stuff online do explore prices, shipping charges,discounts etc at the different seller's sites.
And if its something new and you dont know comparative costs, do resist and wait for at least a few weeks as prices tend to fall when the competition joins in !!
General Guideline to Buying Craft Supplies
What I have found when buying craft materials be it card stock , papers, punches or the fancier cutting dies...prices vary tremendously from shop to shop, city to city ,seller to seller and even within the same shop or seller from time to time!!
Craft sellers especially online sellers keep having sales and discounts which may be seasonal/festive or as a competitive strategy[to compete with other sellers having the same product].
Often craft supply sellers lower their prices by several hundred rupees to beat the competition or clear their stock [ If you are buying when the stuff goes on sale its ok but how about the other side of the coin?I have personally been unluckily affected by this trend when just days or weeks after I buy a product the same seller decreases the price to a considerably lower rate].
So if you are planning to buy fancy stuff online do explore prices, shipping charges,discounts etc at the different seller's sites.
And if its something new and you dont know comparative costs, do resist and wait for at least a few weeks as prices tend to fall when the competition joins in !!
Online Craft Shop Links Based in India
[Disclaimer : I dont get any incentive to write this review-- just sharing experiences about my craft purchases!! Only giving details about the sellers with whom I have had experience buying]
I have been guest designer/designer for some of the online shops but the view expressed here is in no way influenced by that !
I have been guest designer/designer for some of the online shops but the view expressed here is in no way influenced by that !
Crafters Corner[Delhi ]
A very intelligent entrepreneur...the crafters corner team send me a discount coupon to tempt me to spend on my birthday..and yes I couldn't resist the offer!
For the die hard crafter her store is a must visit !
- If you want imported craft goodies this may well be your first stop as the range is huge!
- She offers further discounts on wholesale purchase
- Often has the lowest price for any particular imported craft item!
- Tip : Keep a watch on their facebook page as many a times discounts and giveaways are announced on facebook rather than on the website!
- They also have a Crafters Corner destash page on facebook which has sales at fabulous prices
- Has cash on delivery
- March 2016 update : Very innovative discount system using coupons to avail of discount depending on your purchase . See this link to know all the coupons you can apply to get the maximum discounts on your purchase at Crafters Corner : Crafters Corner Coupon Codes
The Craft Shop.in [Chennai]
The first item I purchased from Priya were Sizzix scallop oval dies and I was very much impressed with her professional dealings .Since then I have bought from her several times and her service is always super fast.
Itsy Bitsy has physical stores in some cities in India and also an online shopping portal.Has products for different crafts.
- Very fast service.She will ship you the product in no time at all!
- Shipping rates are nominal
- Tip :Since her products are often unique and her prices competitive...her stuff sell out pretty fast. So you have to be fast to get the good bargains!
Itsy Bitsy
- Some products are only sold online while some are only sold in the physical stores.
- Tip : Has periodical sales and then they slash prices drastically
- They have sales when they open a new shop .
- Keep a watch for their big sales...that is when you can splurge!
- They have free demos and classes from time to time at their physical stores and have a talented group of designers
Rainbow Craftykari
Owned by talented crafter Maninder Kaur from Punjab. Maninder is a crafter at heart and apart from having a lovely craft store she also teaches specialty crafts like mixed media and decoupage.
I was extremely attracted to the super gorgeous metallic embellishments Maninder stocks in her shop. She also has gorgeous pearl strings, hard to get pom pom lace and several unique embellishments.
Her prices are economical and her website user friendly. She'll message as well as email you all the courier details and there is a definite personal touch in all the dealings......something I loved since I am an old school person who still likes to buy from a person rather than a website!!
Something of special note is her meticulous packing...wooo not seen such beautiful packing in quite some time... each tiny embellishment was individually bubble wrapped and an MDF gate in my package had a triple protection packing of cardboard, thermocol and bubble wrap ! It felt so nice to see such awesome packing and care being taken to see that it reached the customer in perfect shape.
Special tips
- If you sign up on her website - you will be mailed a special discount voucher for your first time purchase
- Follow Rainbowcraftykari main group and destash group on Facebook as that is where special discounts are announced on a regular basis!
- Maninder is also a talented artist and holds classes on a regular basis
A 1 craft supply[Mumbai]
I was most attracted to her shop for the economically priced punches and the interesting embellishments! I didnt buy online from them but picked up the stuff when I went to Mumbai. The young couple who run the business have some exquisite stuff which are not too hard on your pocket.I took quite a number of punches and got a good discount too. I must especially appreciate the fact that when I reported some issues with 4 punches I had bought they immediately replaced the same without any fuss even taking the trouble to travel hours in Mumbai traffic to deliver the new punches.
Huge variety of jewelry supplies
She is currently[Jan 2020] conducting Calligraphy classes
HNDMD - art and craft supplies
Beautiful range of products both for artists as well as crafters. They have a first purchase special discount offer when you sign up for their mailing list and also has a very attractive free shipping offer when you purchase above 3000 which is always an added advantage and a big consideration when you are shopping for heavy supplies such as papers, metal embellishments etc
One of the best items in their shop is the Sakura air drying clay and they have a very tempting range of craft moulds
They have economical decoupage napkins, their own brand of paints , papers, stencils and stamps
Love the quality of their colored card stock though the batch I got fell short of the standard 12 x 12inches dimensions
Mansi Die Cuts and More [Delhi]
Sudha[Delhi]
Hobby Ideas
Khushi Arts
Huge variety of jewelry supplies
Jovi-[Mumbai]
I bought some exclusive fantastic shiny papers,Pie Lane products and many Jef punches from Jovi. Since she is a very creative crafter herself she stocks stuff which are in vogue!Carftigeneous
This craft supply store is Owned by Reena Gupta. I generally have a policy of not buying from Facebook stores but when my Bigshot broke down and I needed spare-parts I was guided to Reena Gupta by the reputed craft seller Shalini Mittal so I did not hesitate in interacting with her. Reena was very prompt in responding , send the parcel promptly and though I bought just the tiny big shot bearing it came beautifully packed. Her shipping costs are also nominal. She also stocks beautiful pearl strings, pollen,charms, papers, quilling strips and many crafty stuff which are in great demand by crafters.She is currently[Jan 2020] conducting Calligraphy classes
HNDMD - art and craft supplies
Beautiful range of products both for artists as well as crafters. They have a first purchase special discount offer when you sign up for their mailing list and also has a very attractive free shipping offer when you purchase above 3000 which is always an added advantage and a big consideration when you are shopping for heavy supplies such as papers, metal embellishments etc
One of the best items in their shop is the Sakura air drying clay and they have a very tempting range of craft moulds
They have economical decoupage napkins, their own brand of paints , papers, stencils and stamps
Love the quality of their colored card stock though the batch I got fell short of the standard 12 x 12inches dimensions
Mansi Die Cuts and More [Delhi]
Sudha[Delhi]
Hobby Ideas
Khushi Arts
Itsy Bitsy ,They have several branches in Bangalore:Check this link for the maps: Itsy Bitsy Store locator
They keep having sales and then its time to really stock up on craft supplies!
1. No.77, 21st Main Road, Banashankari Stage II, Near B.D.A Complex
They keep having sales and then its time to really stock up on craft supplies!
1. No.77, 21st Main Road, Banashankari Stage II, Near B.D.A Complex
This is the branch nearest to my place so I am a frequent visitor there. It is huge and spacious. Has literally everything for a crafter. Sewing supplies, Baking supplies, Paper,Quilling,Beading supplies .
Sapna Book House, Elements Mall
Sapna Book House has many branches but the new one in Elements Mall is packed with lots of craft supplies including Fabriano Cardstock, foam sheets, Art materials by renowned brands such as Staedler, Daler Rowney etc
Devi and Co,Ethiraj Complex,Ebrahim Sahib Street,[ Parallel to Commercial Street,Phone: 08025588894
Sapna Book House has many branches but the new one in Elements Mall is packed with lots of craft supplies including Fabriano Cardstock, foam sheets, Art materials by renowned brands such as Staedler, Daler Rowney etc
Devi and Co,Ethiraj Complex,Ebrahim Sahib Street,[ Parallel to Commercial Street,Phone: 08025588894
Its a small shop but don't let that fool you its a treasure trove and you have to watch your pocket!
Punches:Huge collection of Jef and Punchbunch punches.Now stocks Ek Success and Martha Stewart punches.
Punches:Huge collection of Jef and Punchbunch punches.Now stocks Ek Success and Martha Stewart punches.
Quilling: Strips in various widths, lots of colors including shaded , metallic , graded shades. Quilling comb, crimper,cork board,Quilling fringer.
Variety of craft kits if you want to learn a craft :Parchment craft kits, quilling kits,Cut and tuck kits,iris folding kits.Emboss painting kits.
Good collection of stencils-Local,fevicryl .
Lot of spray paints.Acrylic Paints in large bottles are very economical.
Tanjore Painting ready made kits.
Parchment craft paper including colored ones, grids,needles, embossing tools and embossing mats.
Good collection of rare craft books but these are imported so expensive - many books on punch craft and quilling.
Cutting mat.Ceramic powder, Imported clay, Thai Clay, Resin Making solutions, Soap making and candle making raw materials
Huge variety of veiners, clay cutters,silicon molds for both clay and chocolate making
Also has imported paper trimmers and circle cutters. 3D decoupage sheets, Volume decoupage sheets, printed tissue papers
Our Own Store ,Commercial Street.327,3rd cross ,Narayana Pillai Road,Commercial Street. The board has faded away and you might miss it if you are not careful.Its quite near the main commercial street Road.Variety of craft kits if you want to learn a craft :Parchment craft kits, quilling kits,Cut and tuck kits,iris folding kits.Emboss painting kits.
Good collection of stencils-Local,fevicryl .
Lot of spray paints.Acrylic Paints in large bottles are very economical.
Tanjore Painting ready made kits.
Parchment craft paper including colored ones, grids,needles, embossing tools and embossing mats.
Good collection of rare craft books but these are imported so expensive - many books on punch craft and quilling.
Cutting mat.Ceramic powder, Imported clay, Thai Clay, Resin Making solutions, Soap making and candle making raw materials
Huge variety of veiners, clay cutters,silicon molds for both clay and chocolate making
Also has imported paper trimmers and circle cutters. 3D decoupage sheets, Volume decoupage sheets, printed tissue papers
Craft material available: Beads, Kundan ,Lots of pearls in all sizes.Embroidery stuff, yarn, lace, huge variety of buttons.Flower making stuff - different colored wires, stocking,pips/ stamen,leaves.Googly eyes - different sizes but all round, currently priced at Rs 3 for a pair.No paper
Tips: Know what you want . The elderly Muslim gentleman who runs the shop can give you a good bargain if you take a lot of stuff but its difficult to bargain with him. His prices are reasonable
Ravi craft Store,Commercial Street,Kalyan Complex,2nd Cross road, Commercial Street.
Walkable distance from the Our Own store so be sure to check both out if you specifically want something.
Walkable distance from the Our Own store so be sure to check both out if you specifically want something.
Beads,Pearls.Beautiful Embroidered stuff.Huge collection of ribbons. Some pretty fabric.Googly eyes in round and oval shape price at present Rs 5 a pair.Flower making fabric limited colors and stamens and pips less variety the last time I went.No paper.
Tips: If you are an avid seamstress this will be a treasure trove for you. For the paper crafter you will get some exquisite ribbons and embellishments. Do bargain!
Batchu Art and Stationary,#141/1,Ebrahim Sahib Street,[ Parallel to Commercial Street]
Lots of ribbons,paints,papers.
Quilling Materials:Quilling strips in 3mm,5mm and 10mm sizes in many colors including gold. They also have corrugated quilling strips, quilling slotted instrument,Quilling crimper,Combing tool and quilling circular template[ is that what you call it?]
Orion Paper Mart,#13/1,Ebrahim Sahib Street,[ Parallel to Commercial Street].This shop is opposite the earlier Batchu Store
Has lots of satin as well as plastic ribbons, Embossing kits,Embosser in several designs.Foam stickers at great rates.A small selection of Craft punches at reasonable rates.
MA Mateen& Co ,Ebrahim street- Near Orion Paper Mart
MA Mateen& Co ,Ebrahim street- Near Orion Paper Mart
Thermocol balls and sheets- in various sizes
Mahendra Novelties:#114 & 115 Raja Market 1st Floor,Avenue Road,Bangalore 560002
Mahendra Novelties:#114 & 115 Raja Market 1st Floor,Avenue Road,Bangalore 560002
How to reach there- a nightmare to drive into if you have a car--we parked at Unity Building JC road and took an auto.
Huge variety of crafting materials- would be good place to go when you need items in bulk for a craft class or workshop or order.
Punches are limited.Large foam sheets in many different colors .
Soft toy making : huge range of fabric and fur and eyes nose etc
Jewelry making: lots of stuff but on price and quality comparison I found Itsy Bitsy superior!
Flower making stuff:some unique stuff including wire, pollens, stockings, sponge, net.
They sell most things whole sale so for the "non die hard" crafter it may not be worth the trouble to endure the market place hustle and bustle to reach there!Huge variety of crafting materials- would be good place to go when you need items in bulk for a craft class or workshop or order.
Punches are limited.Large foam sheets in many different colors .
Soft toy making : huge range of fabric and fur and eyes nose etc
Jewelry making: lots of stuff but on price and quality comparison I found Itsy Bitsy superior!
Flower making stuff:some unique stuff including wire, pollens, stockings, sponge, net.
My main crib with this shop is they are so slow to serve you and you end up wasting more time just standing there waiting for the guys to get the things you requested for and since I have my little one towing along she gets so bored and irritated I end up exasperated!!
Big Market Sahakaranagar
Good bargains on foam, glitter foam, felt , quilling strips.Pom pom balls , googly eyes and fancy buttons at competitive prices
Craft Stores in Andra pradesh
Sree Jagadamba fancy stores,SecunderabadCraft Stores in Kolkata
Hobby Ideas ,Starmark - Lord Sinha Road ,Emami Market, 3,Lord Sinha Road
Ph: (033) 40063314 - 40063303
Hobby Ideas , Starmark -South City Mall , Shop No. 234, 2nd Floor, 375,Prince Anwar Shah Road, Ph: 033 - 40072216Kolkata-700068
Ph: (033) 40063314 - 40063303
Hobby Ideas , Starmark -South City Mall , Shop No. 234, 2nd Floor, 375,Prince Anwar Shah Road, Ph: 033 - 40072216Kolkata-700068
Craft Supplies in Chennai [This list has been updated with information from http://goodgrace.wordpress.com/chennai-craft-shops/]
Anandha Stationaery Store- Online sales avaialble
General Craft Supplies
Shastri Stores(Nungambakkam)- everything from fabric paints,beads to embroidery thread, gifts, lil gadgets and craft books for kids
Selvam Stores:near Nungambakkam Independence park ,tel:09444233868
Selvam Thread Stores(Village Road)-from iron-on applique patches, Matty cloth (cross stitch), lace, decorative zari borders, material, zips, crystals, ribbon rosettes.and other sewing notions (Not open on Sundays)
Raja Thread Stores, off Ranganathan street, T.Nagar (in the lane beside Textile India),Beads, jewelery pliers and findings, canvas, paints, gold/ colored papers (not open on Sundays.) candle making and other craft kits.Small shop BUT well stocked with craft supplies.
Pandian Thread Stores, off Ranganathan street, T/Nagar (opposite Raja Thread Stores):They stock jewelery supplies like seed beads, beads, wire etc. Also have a good collection of mehandi pattern books, knitting needles and yarn.
Flower Bazaar near Currimbhoy’s (Paris Corner)- stiff buckram and cotton gaada cloth -many small shops selling handmade lace by the metre,wooden buttons,coconut shell buttons, iron-on applique patches, embroidery thread, candle making kits, crystals, flower making wire, beads, tiny bells and ribbon rosettes..Note: always take a guide with you!
R.R Fancy stores - threads, wool, soft toy materials and other craft supplies.No:8, Umpherson Street, Chennai-600 108,Broadway (Near Hotel Saravana bhavan)
Suncity Enterprises- soft toy materials, beads and other jewelry making supplies- wholesale rates…bulk quantitiesAddress:New 165, (Old 140), First floor,N.S.C Bose Road,Chennai -600 079Contact:41471599/ 9381471599
Avon Enterprises (Arts and Crafts Shop)- wholesale dealers in fake fur cloth , tiny metal bells(for Xmas ornaments), soft toy materials, jewelry making supplies, flower making supplies, embroidery and painting kits etc,big collection of ribbon with wired edges which you can bend into shape[good for those big bows and garlands] ,paper quilling supplies &handmade paper.Address:68, Narayana Mudali Street,M.K. Plaza,Chennai- 600 079Contact: Mevadas Vaishnow,9380521622 / 9380031502,25382877/32915462
Madhu Trading Company (Importers and Wholesale Stationers):They stock a HUGE range of paper punches, paper embossers, crayons, clay and other stationery. Cheaper than Landmark for the punches and bigger selection than other shops!!Phone: 25387740/42153526Store Manager: Suresh JainmImport Manager: Rajesh JainCustomer Care: +91 9884723604,Email: info@stationeryworld.com,Website: www.stattioneryworld.com.Address:64/5 Narayana Mudali Street,Chennai-600 079
Fabric Shops in Chennai
Pantheon Road /Cotton Street(Egmore)-cheap yet sturdy cotton and synthetic fabrics, material of different widths ranging from 36″ to 60″
Noori Lace Shop, Pondy Bazaar- handmade lace and thread…also limited range of beads and satin ribbon.Address:New # 111, old # 57, near T.Nagar Post Office.T.Nagar,Chennai-17
Thakurdas Choithram-velvet, denim, corduroy and other hard-to-find materials
Sornam Stores (Pondy Bazaar)-open on Sundays Plain pillow covers in pastel shades, plain towels and Aida Fabric also known as Matty cloth in about three different shades in addition to white.
Paper Stores in Chennai
Aesthetics:Handmade paper from the Aurobindo Ashram, Pondicherry. [ Rs 35 per sheet] Handmade paper , stationery .86 Aarti Arcade,Dr. Radha Krishnan Salai,Mylapore
Sankeshware:Sankeswara prints and sells wedding cards primarily and have handmade papers. Ground Floor( right side),Justice Pratap Singh Building (I.O.A. Complex),Old No 35, New No 69, Royapettah High Road,Chennai- 14(same complex as Modfurn and Hallmark)
Hindustan Trading Co:paint-brushes,paints, glues ,cutters and paper embossers- huge collection of Craft Punches ,stencils.Shop Nos 171-172, First Floor,Justice Pratap Singh Building (I.O.A. Complex),Old No 35, New No 69, Royapettah High Road,Chennai- 14.Email:hindustan_trading@yahoo.com or hindustanartcentre@yahoo.co.in
Mercury Cards & Paper:Mahesh Chandak,Mercurry Cards & Paper,#56/1, (New 10/1), Anderson Street, 2nd Floor, Chennai – 600001(Close to the Flower Bazaar Police Station & Olympic Wedding cards)Ph – 94443 35357
Craft Suppliers Mumbai
Mahavir Traders.comr:Mahavir Traders,192, Pathare Mansion, L.J. Road,Nr. Citylight Cinema, Mahim,
Mumbai - 400 016-
Went there in Dec 2012 and was amazed at what can be stored in a small space-- a crafters paradise-- If you want imported crafting tools this is the place to go!Huge variety of imported punches, cuttlebug, fiskars tools,ribbons,quilling kits, clay modelling tools,Some unique imported quilling kits and 3 D paper craft kits. Large variety of papers too!Also stocks some Pie Lane stuff.
Went there in Dec 2012 and was amazed at what can be stored in a small space-- a crafters paradise-- If you want imported crafting tools this is the place to go!Huge variety of imported punches, cuttlebug, fiskars tools,ribbons,quilling kits, clay modelling tools,Some unique imported quilling kits and 3 D paper craft kits. Large variety of papers too!Also stocks some Pie Lane stuff.
Hobby Ideas, Noah's Art,Ground Floor,Kwality House,Kemp's Corner,Mumbai - 400 036.022-23825621,
Sterling Syndicate, 263, Abdul Rehman Street, 7, super shopping complex. mumbai-03 (ph-022-23427368)
Supernova 2 &4 Barar House, 237/243, Abdul Rehman Street, Mumbai -3Contact No 23428307
Harish Collections - Stocks Pie Lane Stuff.Shop No 9, Embassy Building, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West, Mumbai - 400053(91)-(22)-26319628, 26334412
Crystal collection:44/a vivina bld;(nadco shopping center) s.v.road andheri west mumbai-400058,ph:98208-70787
Khushi Arts and craft supplies- Craft punches , Fiskars , Embossing Stencils
Address:73 ,Manaji Rajuji Building ,1st Bhandari Street , Null Bazaar , Mumbai - 400004.Contact Number : Sheetal Vohra 9869301765,022 - 23878608,email:khushi_arts@yahoo.com
Pooja craft & embroidary:25,b.m.c market,opp railway station,borivali west mumbai-62,ph no:98925-67446
Om art and craft:73,3rd bhoiwada,shop no-2,bhuleshwar,mumbai-400002,ph no:022-22423930
Rolex paper mart:41/45 sutar chawl,abdul rehman street mumbai-400002,ph no:022-23421580/23449021
Gannet India :Stocks Fiskars brand.Sells online too.Contact person Mr Chandrakant Khopade;4/462,Ramdoot,M P Marg, Currey Road(E),Mumbai - 400012.Tel : +91-22-24715304,24705204M : +91-9323002978
Gannet India :Stocks Fiskars brand.Sells online too.Contact person Mr Chandrakant Khopade;4/462,Ramdoot,M P Marg, Currey Road(E),Mumbai - 400012.Tel : +91-22-24715304,24705204M : +91-9323002978
Craft Supply Stores Pune
Leader Stationers :Shop No 7 & 8, Bhakti Plaza, Aundh, Opposite Aundh Police Station, Aundh, Pune, Maharashtra 411007,020 2588 6071
Pie Lane:The Pie Lane Studio,Shop No. 12, Dorabjee Enclave,Salunkhe Vihar Road,Wanawadi,Pune-411040,Ph: 020-26838461.Email:-info@flexmagcrafts.in ,srinandasen@gmail.com,tonvanh@hotmail.com
Craft Supply Stores Delhi
Spardha has some nice pictures of this store on her blog
Itsy Bitsy
Nirmal Stationers:2604/17 Ground Floor, Balaji Market, Nai Sarak, Chawri Bazar, Delhi-6, Delhi, India 110006.Phone:098 11 345714
Itsy Bitsy
Nirmal Stationers:2604/17 Ground Floor, Balaji Market, Nai Sarak, Chawri Bazar, Delhi-6, Delhi, India 110006.Phone:098 11 345714
Please do leave a comment below this post if you sell craft supplies so that I can add your link here
Please do post your favorite Indian craft supply stores here.
NB: The sole purpose of this post is to give information to crafters.Though I have done Guest Posts and Design team work for some of the shops above, I do not receive any incentives for listing a shop or writing a review in this page.
NB: The sole purpose of this post is to give information to crafters.Though I have done Guest Posts and Design team work for some of the shops above, I do not receive any incentives for listing a shop or writing a review in this page.
Thank you Doctor Sonia.
ReplyDeleteEben though i was in Bangalore for a year and never knew any of these places.... but today i have been able to come up with my very own lil craft store that cater to the budding artists in India - I have acrylic stamps, acrylic blocks, heat gun, embossing powders, scrapbook embellishments et all.... Everyone can visit me here - http://craftingqueenstore.blogspot.com/
Hey there is Itsy Bitsy too , thks dr. for the info
ReplyDeletewow, dats like a treasure trove of information... shud be very very handy when i am in bangalore the next time... thanks so much for sharing...
ReplyDeletegr8 work :)
ReplyDeletehey ! thanx for the info...
ReplyDeleteI accidentally discovered that there are a lot of small shops which sell craft items like handmade paper, beads and kundans inside Jayanagara shopping complex... also had once visited Raja market... but its too crowded...
Thanks Dr. Sonia for sharing this information!!
ReplyDeleteI also have some branded products on sale like Echo Park Pattern Papers, Studio Calico papers, rub-ons, die-cuts, Unity Rubber Stamps (Ippity), Unity Ink Pads. All the items are listed on my blog http://ujjwal-handmadewithlove.blogspot.com/
For any information, send a mail to ujjwal.handmadewithlove@gmail.com
Thanx a lot Sonia for inviting me to publicize about my store.I keep all kinds of craft materials like Punches(MS,EK,Fiskars,Jef etc.)Acrylic stamps,embossing powders,die cut machines,dies etc.Please feel free to contact me @ 9871299644 or mail me at mansicrafts@gmail.com.
ReplyDeletewow!!! first time i am visiting your blog and your creations are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWhat is the name of the stationery shop on New Bel Road doctor? My mom likes near by there and I might check it out during this vacation.
ReplyDeletehey!.. wow!.. thanks so much for all the info!.. I compiled a list of stores I visited in Delhi, on my blog too! :)
ReplyDeletehugs!
I keep card stock, acrylic blocks and clear stamps. My number is. 9836878181.
ReplyDeleteFor custom made cards, albums and baby books, contact me.
Ready made punch out flowers, quilled flowers etc.
Follow me on facebook--cards n scraps.
sonia u have done an awsome job of compiling all this data.. nice work once again..
ReplyDeleteOh I can't thank you enough for this post. I was in the impression that I have to go all the way till Chickpet for such stuff and never ventured out! I am definitely going to all those stores soon.. :) Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea!!! I know more stores in Mumbai:
ReplyDeleteBANDRA:
1. CHEAP JACK 63, Hill Road, 1st Floor, Opp. St.Joseph Convent School, Bandra West.
Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050, India
022 2640936
2. Right next to Cheap Jack ( don't know the name) but there's a store packed with crafting stuff...a TON of buttons, cutting mats, patches, wooden stamps, quilling kits... you can't see all the stuff they have there in one day!
3. (Can't remember the name but it's a fabric store with A LOT of ribbons and beads and all things related) it's in this mall(at the ground floor...impossible not to notice)Link Square Mall, 3rd Floor, Mumbai, India
It's Opposite KFC...
SOUNTH BOMBAY
1. For paper: Chimanlals, A - 2, 210Taj Building, Dr D N Road
Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
022 22074764
ANDHERI W
(have to ask my hubby about the exact address...i can't find it online)
I think that's it :)
Oh and the Mumbai INORBIT Hobby Ideas closed :(...
ReplyDeleteThank You Laura for that update on Mumbai stores
ReplyDeletehi sonia this is nice idea. i knw few craft store in mumbai they r
ReplyDeletecrystal collection
44/a vivina bld;(nadco shopping center) s.v.road andheri west mumbai-400058
ph no:98208-70787
pooja craft & embroidary
25,b.m.c market,opp railway station,
borivali west mumbai-62
ph no:98925-67446
om art and craft
73,3rd bhoiwada,shop no-2,bhuleshwar
mumbai-400002
ph no:022-22423930
rolex paper mart
41/45 sutar chawl,abdul rehman street mumbai-400002
ph no:022-23421580/23449021
in mumbai if u want craft items at wholesale rate must visit crafford market abdul reehman street. there r so many shops for craft material
Thank You Asmita for that update on Mumbai Stores
ReplyDeletehey this is awesome. thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeletehey do u know any craft store in chandigarh.....
ReplyDeleteand quilling tool and paper also in chandigarh
ReplyDeleteI want to return to India. So many stores for crafting stuff. It's become so difficult to even visit now. I wonder when I'll see my parents again. My eyes have actually welled up with tears. Bye
ReplyDeleteTanya I have no knowledge about Chandigarh stores!
ReplyDeleteLeanne cheer up . I am sure most of us feel we hardly get anything in India!
ReplyDeleteHeyy, please help me, advise me any good stores in delhi offering such craft material at reasonable rates, please ?
ReplyDeletenirmal staioners 2604/17 balaji market nai sarak delhi-6 large variety of ribbons card stock punches ,quilling strips family packs , flower making tools clays , clay cutters you name it they have it 011-30518853
DeleteDear Anonymous I have not been to Delhi for some years now hence I have no first hand knowledge about the stores there.
ReplyDeleteThanks i actually needed this information!!
ReplyDeleteYou are welcome Preeti.I try to update it from time to time
ReplyDeleteSonia - I buy my stuff from these stores
ReplyDelete1. Selvam Stores
near Nungambakkam Independence park ,
tel:09444233868
2.Raja Stores [ its is a library - but one must have patience]
off ranganathan street
T-nagar - Chennai 17
I was wondering where I should go to buy craft paper and now I know! Thanks to you :)
ReplyDeleteMaybe you should link up this one too "http://goodgrace.wordpress.com/chennai-craft-shops/"
Excellent compilation, thanks for sharing the info. -JOJO
ReplyDeleteoh whoa...whatta compilation!! i am so bookmarking this page...thanks a lot Sonia :)
ReplyDeleteThank You So much Kannamma for the info on the chennai stores
ReplyDeletehi sonia... it would be grt if u could ass my store link to ur blog... http://creativitastore.blogspot.com/
ReplyDeletethanks
Cya
Hi
ReplyDeleteDo you know of art and craft classes at Hebbal/Sahakarnagar? I am looking for a teacher who can come home at Hebbal and teach my 2 children craft
I do not know about anyone who comes home. I know about Sana arts and crafts center which is in RT Nagar . If you are interested I can mail you their contact details.
ReplyDeleteMy email is soniasv@rediffmail.com
Hi.. Thanks a lot for the information:) I too saw the list of shops in Good Grace blog:) So sweet of you to provide this in ur blog..:)
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot for your Review along with the listing.
ReplyDeletehi its good to know u share ur views n places for materials as their are many people in this field who dont like to share d names of places.for paper in mumbai u get good quality n wide rage of hand made papers in sun enterprice at bora bazar.though its bit costly but u get good colections n choise of papers.n their is a shop name jay ambe at suthar chawl in crofordmarket for punches.u get many craft material their.
ReplyDeleteThank You so much Jinnu-- shall update my post with the info you have given.
ReplyDeleteHi Sonia,
ReplyDeleteI'm glad my list of Craft Shops in Chennai helped you (I used to blog on Good Grace.wordpress.com). I just dropped by to let you know that I have moved to my own domain at www.craftzy.com.
P.S: Thank you for giving me the credit for the Chennai shops list - I really appreciate it.)
Doc, please add my blog to your links http://colorconceptions.blogspot.com/p/for-sale.html
ReplyDeleteThnaks
Priya
Can you please let me know if there are any such stores in Trivandrum or Cochin? I am desperately in need of one.
ReplyDeleteDear Elsa its more than a year since I went to Trivandrum or Cochin-- stickers are far cheaper there than in Bangalore but I cant tell you where to get punches etc.
ReplyDeletewow... awesome info sonia...Thanks a tooooooooooooon for this!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sonia for the info on Chennai stores Where to get my wool stuff.The shops I visit was was already listed by me.
ReplyDeleteHi Sonia,
ReplyDeleteI am a beginner and this post was a huge help.
However, I tried to search for card stock in Pune, but they have no idea what it is.
Is there any other term for it?
~~Renuka
Renuka you are right most shops will have no idea what is card stock-- ask for thick paper and if they have it buy in bulk as in most of our shops what I find is they quickly run out of stock. Try in big stationary shops.. ask them to show you the varieties of papers and you just might be lucky.Thick chart paper for school projects is available for 10 to 12 rupees for a large sheet and though the color range will be limited its enough to get you started! I dont favor expensive imported card-stock such as fabriano as I find local ones are cheaper and good enough!
ReplyDeleteCraft material supply in Coimbatore (Tamilnadu)
ReplyDeleteCraft Cottage,
37-A, Raja Annamalai Road,
Saibaba Colony, Coimbatore 641011
Mail: craft_cottage@hotmail.com
Every thing under one roof:
Jewelery making.
Paper craft.
Candle making.
Soap making.
Crochet and Tatting and other threads.
Glass art.
Sequences.
Craft Kits.
Flower making.
library of craft books.
Classes on various crafts.
Exhibition facilities for crafter.
Thanks for this compilation! It's of great help :)
ReplyDeleteCRAFTERS CORNER
ReplyDelete79,VASUDHA ENCLAVE,
PITAM PURA, DELHI-34
mob: 9810156570
mshalini79@yahoo.com
Hi friends
We have our craft store in delhi and its known as all craft material under one roof...we are proud to announce ourselves as the authorised distributors and dealers for most of the brands....to name a few they are sizzix, spellbinders, tim holtz,martha stewart, and a lot.
So you can check out everything at our store and we can deliver it anywhere.
Although i cant put in nut shell but some are embossing folders, texture plates, cuttle bug machines, punch bunch punches, all brands of craft punches, scoring board, paper trimmer, paper cutters, magnetic tapes, invisible glue, light boxes, rub on stickers, dies, fringing machine, fringing scissors, shadow pens, peel off stickers, handmade stickers, acrylic stamps, acrylic blocks, rubber stamps, distress inks,corner and border punches......... alot more.
Hi, I am looking for scoring board i am located in bangalore how i can i get this product.
DeleteDora I have not seen the scoring board in any retail shop in Bangalore. I bought mine online from Imaginations website
DeleteHi everyone..KrAfTyKiDz* is an on-line source of all your craft needs. We have a variety of crafts to choose from, and are sure you will find something to suit your individual taste and style.We aims to provide creative resources for all the Kidz!! and 2 bring fantastic arts and crafts products into the educational and retail world!
ReplyDeleteOur Range of products includeds Sugar Paper, Metallic Paper,Craft Essentials, Tissue Paper, Crepe Paper, Cards,Card Embelishmenmts,Paper and Card Craft Kits, Activity Pads, Colouring Book, Activity sets and much more.
To find us just click on
http://www.facebook.com/pages/KraftyKidz/211686248926979
Hi Dr. Sonia, This is a great blog - very informative and creative!
ReplyDeleteWe are a newly opened craft supplies blogstore. Currently having paper, card stock, foam paper and ribbon. However, we are in the process of bringing in more supplies. Do visit our blog! http://sunulet.blogspot.com/
Thank you!
hi every1, does any1 have paper collection from graphic45, dcwv, 7gypsies.....?
ReplyDeleteSorry Isha I cannot help you there
DeleteHey isha, Just saw some DCWV over at itsybitsy.in
DeleteHi,
ReplyDeleteI'm an Art Teacher in Chennai. The info I see here is very useful. I'll keep visiting this blog. Thanks
Hi,
ReplyDeleteI'm Art Teacher in Chennai. The info I see here are very useful. Thanks.
Hi Doctor, Just shared this useful link on Art World in Facebook... !!!
ReplyDeleteHere are the list of links that contain info about Craft shops in Chennai :
ReplyDeleteHope is is useful !!!
http://craftzy.zimbly.com/chennai-craft-supply-shops/
http://goodgrace.wordpress.com/chennai-craft-shops/ ==> Check comments too…
http://vidyaa-crazygirl.blogspot.in/2009/04/craft-supply-shops-in-chennai.html
http://theverandah.wordpress.com/2007/10/09/craft-supplies-shops-in-chennai/
http://shalinjain.com/index.php/2008/12/26/craft-supply-stores-in-chennai
Thank you so much Dr Sonia, this post has been of great help... can't thank you enough :)
ReplyDeleteOMG what a wonderful database! thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteDear Sonia,
ReplyDeleteMany a Thanks for such helpful information.... U R Really Such A Helpful Soul! Thanx a million :). I stay at Mathikere, Bangalore so most of the stores u listed r very close to my place. U R AN INSPIRATION...u've helped me in reviving my lost desire for crafts!!! May God Bless U!
lots of luv,
Shilpa Pandian
So glad to hear Shilpa!
DeleteOMG! just stumbled by your blog, love this post! I'm from Bangalore and you just solved all my "craft-material-finding" problems! :) Thank you heaps! :)
ReplyDeleteLove,
Dhriti.
Glad to be of help Dhriti...keep checking back as I keep updating as I discover new Bangalore and online shops!
Deletehi plz can anybody tell me craft material shop in pune except venus and leaders ...
ReplyDeleteHi! In Pune u can find lots of craft material in and around Tulsi Bagh.. There are few big shops like Samraat and Natraj which stock all variety of craft materials.. For paper, try Modern Paper Mart on Appa Balwant Chowk. :-)
DeleteVery helpful info.thank you
ReplyDeleteuseful info
ReplyDeleteplz can anyone provide me info that where can i get sand,glass painting kits in bangalore or online.
ReplyDeleteAvinash many fancy stores stock such kits these days in Bangalore. I recently discovered some huge varieties at Mahendra Novelties Raja market--address above.
Deletethank you so much doc....I have just started quilling and was unable to get few punches for my craftwork..this information came handy...thanks again.
ReplyDeletethank you so much doc....i really dint know where to get the punches in bangalore.this information will help me in my craftwork.thanks again.
ReplyDeleteI am in Chennai and I didn't know about crafts stores besides Ansndas, RS traders and Hindustan traders. This is quite a useful post.
ReplyDeleteFinally i got glass painting kit(Mahendra Novelties). But i didn't get sand painting kit. Can u refer any other store in bangalore.
ReplyDeleteAbhi I have found sand painting kits for children in many toy shops especially the big shops such as reliance,crossword,staples etc
Deletethank u very much for ur kind information. but can u specify any particular store in Bangalore where i can get sand painting kit(not for children).
ReplyDeleteSorry Abhi cant help you there shall let you know if I do see some
DeleteHi Sonia,
ReplyDeleteHappy to come across your wonderful blog! I'm from Mumbai and am looking for craft stores selling fun / craft foam. Are PVC foam and fun / craft foam the same? I'm sure I'll get my information here - Thanks in advance
Arati since I am Bangalore based I get foam from Mantri Mall[ quite cheap], Raja Market and Itsy Bitsy
DeleteItsy bitsy sells online too[ link above]. I am not sure about the technical names of foam!
wow...!!! very useful link...thanks a lot for sharing...!!!
ReplyDeleteThanQ so much Sonia for praising me and my store on your blog.
ReplyDeleteHugs
Mansi
Hi! very informative post i must say.
ReplyDeleteI am hoping you will have more information regarding ribbon shops selling good quality ribbons,embellishments like appliques and clippies like barrettes in India.
Preferably selling online.
Naira buying ribbons is usually easy in India and most fancy stores have a good range.Raja Market has many shops which stock ribbon and Itsy Bitsy too. If you want online check the links listed above as many sellers sell ribbon too
DeleteThx dr sonia for this wonderful post. Gave a lot of info.
ReplyDeleteCan u pls tell me where to get fine yarn, milk yarn, doodle yarn etc etc. i find only the ordinary yarn in shops here, so i make my yarn purchases from abroad. If i get it all here, it will save me excess baggages of yarn.
Thank You for the kind words! I dont knit so have no clue as to types of yarn however got this link recently :http://www.ponycraftstore.com/ and you may find it helpful
DeleteHi Sonia,
ReplyDeleteNice info pile..can you let me know where i can buy cross stitch kits ONLINE?
Thank You Ramyaa... stitching is not my fav hobby so I dont know of many resources however if I do come across a site shall post it here
DeleteGREAT..... m from Kerala... does anyone know any shops out here? or can we order theses shops to send d stuffs through some courier services?
ReplyDeleteThank You Nazz. Check out the shops listed under online craft shops!
DeleteHi i need to find out where i can get jewelry making supplies in bangalore ?
ReplyDeleteMeenu if you are familiar with Raja Market you can try many shops there or if you dont want like the hustle bustle and traffic of a market try Itsy Bitsy.
DeleteThank you so much.
DeleteHi, I was looking for jewellery making materials and found this link. It was really helpful. I live near Thippasandra area in Bangalore and not aware of this store called Balaji Novelty store.. Details provided here was accurate and I was able to get materials what I was looking for. Thanks a lot :)
ReplyDeleteSo sweet of you to write this Sandhya!
DeleteHi Sonia,
ReplyDeleteCan I know the craft store addresses in visakhapatnam or hyderabad?
Hi Dr.sonia,
ReplyDeleteA Library of craft stores doctor. I am happy to see this blog.
Can I know the craft shop address in visakhapatnam or Hyderabad?
And can you tell me where can i get IRIS folding cards kit?
Hi Malavika this is the only link I know In Hyderabad:Sree Jagadamba fancy stores,Secunderabad [address link above]
DeleteDo try iris folding without kits its super easy and lots of free patterns are available if you google it online. If you want kits try Itsy Bitsy [have seen in their shop in Bangalore but dont know if they have it in their website]also any shop which sells Shilpi products. In Bangalore I have seen in both Devi & Co and in Itsy Bitsy. Its super easy to do so give it a go without any kit!
Thank you sonia
ReplyDeleteHi Dr.Sonia,
ReplyDeleteHere is my two cents worth:
1) Hobby Ideas has shifted from Inorbit Mall, Mumbai to Infinity Mall, Malad (W)-- just down the road from Inorbit.
2) There is a chain of stationery stores called Anupam - I know the ones at Goregaon(E) and Borivali(W)stations... They have loads of art and craft supplies + Pie Lane stuff. No cuttlebug dies and such but you will find quilling supplies and punchcraft tools
3) In Malad (W) there is a lane, next to MM mithaiwala, which stocks all sorts of traditional laces and ribbons, stones, fancy buttons and all. It is called Gupta market.
4) Also in Malad (E) - Rani Sati Marg, there are wholesale suppliers of beads, stones and jewellery making accessories.
Hope this helps someone!
Smita
Thank You so much for taking the time to write an update for me.Will help so many who drop into this page!
DeleteHi Doc,
ReplyDeleteCan you please tell me about the shops with quilling material in rajasthan?
Regards,
Reecha.
Hi Doc,
ReplyDeleteCan you please tell me about the shops with quilling material in rajasthan?
Regards,
pari.
Pari sorry no idea about Rajasthan
DeleteNice blog and thanks for sharing your craft secret supply stores in Bangalore :) ... I was searching them from a long time.
ReplyDeleteThank You Sohni...I keep updating this so drop by often!
DeleteUSEFUL POST.
ReplyDeletePls tell me where can we get martha stewart punches in Bangalore at reasonable price .
I was searching for this.
Dear Bala Thank You ! AS far as I know no body sells MArtha Stewart punches in Bangalore.
Deleteuseful post.
ReplyDeletecan u Pls tell me about where can I get martha stewart punches at reasonable price. or suggest me any online stores
Martha Stewart punches are expensive. I bought 3 online recently. 2 are fine but the heart punch is not completely satisfactory as it leaves bad jagged edges on some papers..you can see comments which various crafters have written in this post:
DeleteMS heart punch
So I am a bit wary to buy them online nowadays!
However if you want try the online links listed
Nice blog and thanks for the details published. I am running an institute of creative design , thrissur, kerala state. though i went through itsy bitsy online website, i couldnt come through plungers like daisy cutters and other type of floral cutters, stockings for flower makings , materials for clay and sugar flower making. Could you help me out. can i get those things online. I am going to combatore saturday. any shop over there
ReplyDeletemy mail id chandranmenon@gmail.com
chandran menon
vichus institute of creative design
wadakanchery, thrissur, kerala
9446442255
I have not seen clay flower cutters in Itsy BItsy.In Bangalore I found the clay flower plunger cutters at Mahendra stores raja mrket and Devi and Co Ebrahim street[ address of both given above] but I dont think either of these shops sell online. Stockings are available in most fancy stores in Bangalore nowadays ! Ceramic powder, polymer clay are available online at Itsy Bitsy
DeleteItsy Bitsy currently sells clay /lamasa /sugar craft cutters online
Deleteits a good page for reference. and there is another shop for jewellery making materials: Ratan Fancy stores in Avenue road, bangalore. Great collection. the only problem is price. But quality assured.
ReplyDeleteHi. I loved your blog. I need time to go through and really try some ideas. Also your information on the shops is great. There is also Anupam stationery stores on Boriwali west station. It is a big shop 3 floors and has lovely craft supplies at not so high rates. If you want, you can add that in your list too. I just started a blog. Check it out if you find time. http://quickraft.blogspot.in/
ReplyDeleteHi, Really nice collection of various stores here for newbies to crafting. I used to have issues in finding craft supplies in Kolkata since I stay in Orissa and decided to source them myself for others who faced similar issues in this part of India. My products are displayed on facebook page: facebook.com/key2designs which includes punches, card making paper, buttons, ribbons and laces (same stuff but much cheaper than Raja stores in Chennai, quilling materials, stamping acrylic blocks (much cheaper than most places). As I started this recently,will be adding more stuff slowly. Hope this helps in case people from here want to buy stuff and can't go all the way to other metro cities or don't want to spend more on shipping charges.
ReplyDeleteThank You for providing your link.
DeleteThis is a really fabulous list! Thanks for bringing everything together at one place...I'll definitely be referring to this every time before I travel to some metro in India! :D
ReplyDeleteSoniaji,i want to buy veiners n cutters for thai clay flowers..where can i get them in bangalore??
ReplyDeleteGeethu try Devi anc Co Ebrahim street,Mahendra Novelties Raja Market and Itsy Bisty...all 3 have it but as you know these stuff sell out fast so better to call them up before you visit. Itsy Bitsy and Anandha stationers Chennai sells them online too
Deleteall links and addresses in above post
Thank u for the online links!! very helpful :)
ReplyDeleteDear Dr.Sonia,
ReplyDeleteVery nice work, i Appreaciate u r work & awareness about Craft Workshops & need to develope a website for u r best performance, Also here in Mumbai one Supplier add for All FISKARS Range of products like CRaft * Homeware * Garden.
Add : -
GANNET INDIA - 4/462, Ramdoot, M.P.Marg, Currey Road (E),Mumbai - 400012.
Tel : 022 -2471 5304
M - 9323002978
Email : info@gannetindia.com
Dear Sonia
ReplyDeleteI am a homeschooling mother of two children. I was so desperately in search of craft supplies. I am from Mumbai, I knew hobby ideas but cudnt get everything. Thank you so much for posting this information. Your post was like blessing to me. Thanks once again.
God bless you.
Shruti
Glad to be of help Shruti
DeleteHi Dr. Sonia,
ReplyDeleteBeen to this post and I am blown away! So much info. Permanently bookmarked it.
I wanted to know if Imaginations online store is good enough for buying Score Board (I want one soon for my box making).I am a first-time on-line shopper and I feel hesitant. I tried lulupu.com but they dont mention an address or phone number for their business which looks shady. Please suggest where must I get the Score Board.
- Sharada. email me at sharulone@gmail.com
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
(my blog - http://girlcookart.blogspot.in/)
Sharada Aditya of imaginations is entirely trustworthy...craft selling is just a side business for him as he is actually a professor at a college!I have bought twice from him and am entirely happy.The scorepal is a wonderful tool and box making with it is super easy.
DeleteSharada the other scoring board is the MS scoreboard...I found some negative reviews about it such as it being flimsy,its scoring tool being too rough on paper etc so only I bought the scorepal.
DeleteLulupu is owned by crafter Karuna and many people have done business with her though so far I have not bought anything from the site.I actually dont buy much online and so far have bought only from a handful of people.
Thankyou for your inputs. I am assured to go ahead with Scor-pal. :)
Deletedefinitely bookmarking your page.... you made my day !!!! Thanks a ton....
ReplyDeletedefinitely bookmarking your page... you made my day !!!
ReplyDeleteHiiiiii....I love this page,i love art and craft. can you help me? i am making soft toys right now,but cant find proper fabric like fur,felt,fleece,or velvet in Gujarat, can you please please tell me,i serched some shop but they all are wholeseller and i cant afford to buy 50 meters of fabric at once :( plzzzzzzzzzz help me,i need it urgent. thank you.
ReplyDeleteSorry no idea about shops in Gujarat but if you are desperate you can see if Itsy Bitsy sells it online
DeleteHiiiiii....I love this page,i love art and craft. can you help me? i am making soft toys right now,but cant find proper fabric like fur,felt,fleece,or velvet in Gujarat, can you please please tell me,i serched some shop but they all are wholeseller and i cant afford to buy 50 meters of fabric at once :( plzzzzzzzzzz help me,i need it urgent. thank you.
ReplyDeleteShaher in Bangalore many fancy stores sell fur materials...do try the same in Gujarat too
Deletetry machis wala in cg road ahd. there is one more shop in ashram road i used to go there its only soft toy material shop- wide range. but i cant remember the name
DeleteHi guys, I am badly in search of a local shop in Bangalore where I can find styrofoam/thermocol cups (400ml to 500ml size). Qty needed: 100 cups. If anyone could help me on this, please email the details to axemagic87@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteAakarsh take a walk along Ebrahim street parallel to commercial street and you will find many wholesale shops selling thermocol cups and plates
DeleteHi guys, I am badly in search of a local shop in Bangalore where I can find styrofoam cups (400ml to 500ml size). Qty needed: 100 cups. If anyone could help me on this, please email the details to axemagic87@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteTry Ebrahim street I have seen many shops there!
DeleteThanks Dr.Sonia :) i appreciate it,i will try soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dr. Sonia for mention my store www.lulupu.com on your blog.
ReplyDeleteI did have people coming via your blog so i jsut came back to say a big thanks!
I hope someday you do take he pluge and shop at Lulupu :) and give us a chance too
cheers
Karuna
Dear Karuna so sweet of you to pen down such kind words. I actually dont shop much online ...find it so difficult to go to the bank, keep track of the courier etc!!
DeleteHI Dr.Sonia, I'm from Bangalore. I'm urgently in need of Polka dot Grosgrain ribbons. I searched in so many online stores, but i didt get. Can u help me...
ReplyDeletejebinblr@gmail.com
Jebin the best way to buy ribbons is not online but directly from the shops..markets are the best source!! Many shops in Ebrahim street stock ribbon. I have seen many varieties in Orion Paper mart Ebrahim street..dont remember if they had polka dot.
DeleteOnline see if A 1 craft supply [link above]has...Neha used to stock earlier
Thank u sonia. we'll be going to ebrahaim street for the ribbon hunt this saturday. A1 craft suppy dont hav polka dot ribbons.
DeleteI didnt get it from ebrahim street.. :(
DeleteJebin try online link Nupur's store...its a new store and I saw some colors with her
DeleteHere is the link :http://nupurcreativescraftsupply.blogspot.in/search/label/Grosgrain%20Ribbons
DeleteHachi Yarns from House of Hachi is India's only online needle craft knitting and crochet supplies store, we offer all types of knitting and crochet related supplies, knitting and crochet books, bamboo knitting needles, bamboo crochet hooks and imported knitting yarns and crochet threads, cute wooden buttons, stitch markers, circular needles, row counters at very affordable prices! We ship anywhere in India, we also have hand knit and hand crocheted woolen wear to shop for your babies if you don't have the time to make them yourself! Knitting yarns of every color and a huge variety, from 100% knitting wool to 100% cotton yarns, mohair, alpaca, merino, cashmere, silk and baby wool at unbelievable prices, you'll not be able to stop yourself from shopping online for our knitting yarns! Hope you knitting and crochet enthusiasts find us interesting!
ReplyDeleteThank u, Thank u,Thank u...for sharing this info...:)
ReplyDeleteI was just looking for such craft shops in Mumbai and I found two in the location where I live...:) Mam...You are really helpful..:)
Thank You again...:)
Hi,
ReplyDeleteThank you for uploading my name on your site.
Pls visit my website www.khushiarts.in for latest new products.
Sheetal Vora
Khushi Arts - Mumbai
9869301765
Hi ,
ReplyDeleteThank you for uploading my name on your blog.
Pls do visit my website www.khushiarts.in for complete range in craft products .
Sheetal
Khushi Arts - Mumbai
9869301765
Thank you very much! I cant find any craft stores in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Now I got one!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much! I cant find any craft stores in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Now I got one!
ReplyDeleteGlad to be of help Sweta..do let me know if you find more shops and I will list it here so that others from Coimbatore will be benefitted
Deletewww.craftgully.com
ReplyDeleteA great online store for all art and craft materials. They deliver all over India.
Thank you for the link..I visited the website but could not find where the shop is located and who runs it.Please do give info if you know about the shop as I always like to let my readers know about the location of a shop even if its online.
Deletehi sonia
ReplyDeletecan you help me in knowing if anyone in hyderabad will take classes for card making . I am seriously interested to learn. searched a lot but couldn't find anything. Do also help me with any craft supply shops in hyderabad other than jagadamba fancy stores
Malavika dont attend classes to learn card making...a waste of money when you can learn just by browsing the net and experimenting yourself !! I would only recommend craft classes to learn classic techniques such as painting or sculpting.! And sorry dont know about hyderabad stores other than what links readers like yourself have provided
DeleteThis is gr8 info Sonia!! Thanks for compiling all these.. Being a newbie in card-making, I have to buy some stuff like punches. Now this gives me all the details i need!! Thanks a lot!
ReplyDeleteI found some punches and embellishments in junglee (in "Everything Else" category).
DeleteThank you Berina..this post was written with input from kind souls like you.Thank you so much..shall check out the link
DeleteWonderful resource Dr. Sonia!!
ReplyDeleteI need some help. I am looking at making some cutouts from carboard paper, round stickers etc. is there a place in bangalore where I can get the cutting done? Something like the Silhoutte Cameo or eCraft machines do?
Would appreciate if you could drop me a note on suneet.agarwala@gmail.com
Thank you Suneet. I do not know of anybody who will do that but I do know a crafter who owns a cameo.Let me see if she will be interested.
DeleteThank you so much Dr Sonia and everyone else too.
ReplyDeleteWould anyone know of candle making suppliers in Bangalore (or anywhere else) who can provide wicks, dyes, heat resistant containers, moulds and all the types of waxes?
Look forward to hearing from you.
Anjali
sritrinity@gmail.com
Thank you Anjali for dropping by. I have seen some candle making supplies in Devi and Co Ebrahim street as well as Itsy Bitsy.Addresses of both shops listed above. If I find more shall let you know
DeleteAhh wonderful, Dr Sonia!! Itsybitsy do not stock them anymore but Devi and Co do!!!!
DeleteIm also interested in learning terracatta jewellery making, and need to know where I can get the clay and kiln from, would anyone have any feedback?
Im thinking of doing a course as so little info about it is available on the net, is it important to have a Govt authenticated certificate, would anyone know?
Much Regards to all
Anjali
Ohh thank you so much Dr Sonia, I rang itsybitsy they don't stock them anymore but Devi and Co do!!
DeleteI have another question....I want to learn terracotta jewellery making but as there is so little info about it on the web, I will have to do a course in Bangalore. I live 3 hours away from Bangalore in Andhra Pradesh and am wondering does anyone know of a good online course in Bangalore that I could do from home?
Also Ive read that its a good idea to have Govt authenticated certificate after the course.....is this really necessary to be able to go on and sell the jewellery I make?
Many Regards to all
Anjali
Anjali as far as I know there is no need for any certificate course to sell your own jewelry !Most crafts can be learnt on your own..experiment on your own before taking all the trouble to go to classes!
DeleteAnyone who buys jewelry will be looking at the beauty of your designs not the certificate!
DeleteAwesome, thanks for this round up of stores in Blr! Do you also know where I can get self adhesive magnetic tapes in Blr, the ones we can cut and use for making fridge magnets?
ReplyDeleteDear Ambika I have not found self adhesive magnetic tapes but have seen magnetic tapes for crafting at Orion mart Ebrahim street but I did not buy as the magnetic effect was not of good standard. I bought A 4 size magnetic sheets from Itsy Bitsy and use them for crafting. Also try for magnetic tapes rolls from hardware shops..they may stock as the carpenters tend to use it too and not only us crafters! I recently went to a hardware shop in Commercial street and the shop keeper said his stock had just got over so you will surely find in other hardware shops too.
DeleteThere is one more in Velachery ,Chennai.
ReplyDeleteGOWSIKA GIFT SHOP
1st cross street,
vijay nagar
velachery
Chennai
Ph.no:22590086
Cell:9840575075, 9710123183
Available items: All quilling materials, glass painting, fabric painting, Paper crafts, Hand made papers, Embroidery materials...... and other stationery items too.
We provide all the required material for Candle Making. It includes Moulds, Wax, Stearic Acid, Decoration Material, dyes
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Hello Dr. Sonia.. Just love your blog.. the kind of crafts and the information you have provided is really appreciable.. i am new to craft world.. I stay in Belgaum, Karnataka. Could you please let me know where i can get die cut shapes in wholesale rates which ever place it could be..i would ship it from bangalore mumbai or whereever it works out economical
ReplyDeleteTarang try Itsy Bitsy as they sell wholesale to schools and crafters
DeleteHi Dr. Sonia, It's really nice to read your blog post. It's really informative for new crafters.
ReplyDeleteHi, Thanks for providing such a useful information for crafters
ReplyDeleteHi Thanks a ton for this info. What you suggest better in terms of money, online shopping or market shopping. I want glue tape runner , ink etc. Do these bangalore comm street shops have them??
ReplyDeleteRichaj nowadays online craft shops are selling at competitive prices but buying from the market if you know were to get stuff may work out cheaper. I have seen glue tape runner in many stationary shops these days.What kind of ink are you looking for?
DeleteThanks for reply Dr.,i am looking for distress ink and embossing ink.
ReplyDeleteRichaj not yet seen distress inks in any shop in Bangalore but Itsy Bitsy recently launched embossing powders.They have 3 stores in Bangalore and also sell online.Distress inks are widely sold online and many sellers keep having offers..try many of the online links I have listed above and compare the prices and shipping offers before you finalize a deal.
DeleteThanks Dr. . Yesterday checked comm. street shops, got some good stuffs.Rest I will order online. thanks a lot again.
ReplyDeleteDear Richaj glad to be of help..If you discover any new craft shop in Commercial or any where else in Bangalore do drop me a comment so that I can update this post .
DeleteHi Dr.Sonia thanks its very informative.i am living in arekere mico layout .Can u plz suggest some shops where i can get soft toy making stuff and other craft material .
ReplyDeleteThanks once again.
Hi thanks Dr Sonia.
ReplyDeleteI am living near arekere mico layout.Can u plz suggest some stores where i can get soft toy making stuff and other craft material.
Parul I have seen soft toy making supplies in Raja market[details above], Itsy Bitsy[more expensive] and in some fancy stores in Malleswaram [dont know name of that shop].If you want to buy in bulk go to the shops in Raja market as that may work out cheaper but if you want to buy just a few noses or eyes its not worth going to raja market as they sell wholesale mostly. I have seen a huge collection of fur and fabric in raja market Mahendra novelties shop.If you discover more shops do let me know too
DeleteHi Dr. how r u doing ? need your help again, searching for cheap pattern paper in bangalore. By cheap I mean less than Rs.10 per paper.I have checked itsybitsy and local stores.
ReplyDeleteRichaj I once found a china made 6 x 6 pattern paper packet which was quite cheap in staples Garuda mall but these stuff sell out fast so just keep an eye out in all stationary shops you visit
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ReplyDeleteI just saw this page and am so glad. A very useful post. Thank you very much. Do you have any idea where can we buy needlepoint canvas in Mumbai? Please help. Thank you once again.
Thank you Shubha. Try Hobby ideas branches...they seem to have a lot of stuff
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ReplyDeleteI am looking for wax paper sheets? Does anyone have any idea where would i get it in Mumbai or Pune?
Regards
Saranga
Saranga if it serves your purpose ask for parchment paper in stationary shops or try any shop selling baking supplies and ask for butter paper. If I get to know any source of wax paper specifically I shall let you know
DeleteAnandha Stationeries, LB Road , ADAYAR, CHENNAI...Small shop, but lots Of Craft Items
ReplyDeleteAnandha Stationeries, LB Road, Adayar, Chennai is a good store.. You get all types of craft materials. QUilling items, Punch craft Items, Parchment Items, Drawing, Painting, Clay Modelling and so on.....
ReplyDeletecan someone help me where i can find wide range of soft toy fur in pune. i found a shop but it had very little range.
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