Aunt Hazel’ s WhichCraft Project
Located in northeast Baltimore’ s Hamilton-Lauraville neighborhood, Aunt Hazel’ s WhichCraft Project sees the magic of secondhand materials. The shop accepts donated supplies— or can arrange a pickup— in exchange for coupons you can use to purchase whimsical finds for your next masterpiece. To take your experience to the next level, check out Aunt Hazel’ s monthly calendar of events for all ages and creative interests, from teen takeovers to craft bingo nights. 4708 Harford Rd.
Domesticity: Fabric Shop & Sewing Studio
In 2017, when Christina Brunyate returned to Baltimore from Austin, Texas, she set out to give her hometown an independently owned fabric store fit for its crafty community. Enter Domesticity: a charming rowhome-turned-storefront in the neighborhood where she grew up, offering a wide selection of high-quality fabrics. Domesticity also doubles as a gathering space, hosting regular classes and socials for all ages. 4313 Harford Rd.
Lovelyarns
This Hampden shop specializes in locally hand-dyed and hand-spun yarns. The enticing Yarn Tasting Wall makes it possible to experiment with new fibers without breaking the bank, as you can purchase yarn by the gram! Owner Melissa Salzman invites you to take a class with one of the shop’ s expert instructors to level up your stitch skills. You can also buy a pass to spend a day crafting in Lovelyarns’ cozy workspace— or spend an evening at the next biweekly sip-and-stitch social. 3610 Falls Rd.
MICA Store
Tucked in the heart of Baltimore, this small but mighty storefront— owned and operated by the Maryland Institute College of Art— offers art supplies as diverse as the majors at one of the nation’ s oldest art schools. The MICA Store also features products made by artists across Charm City, from its students and alumni to the broader Made in Baltimore network. Every purchase supports MICA’ s scholarships and campus improvements, so you can fuel your creativity while uplifting Baltimore’ s arts community. 1501 W. Mount Royal Ave.
Paper Herald
Since 2021, Paper Herald has become the go-to haven for stationery lovers in and around Baltimore. Nestled in the historic Mount Vernon district, this store offers everything from notebooks and writing instruments to distinctive gifts sourced from around the world. Paper Herald also hosts regular events, including sip-and-shops and monthly planner meet-ups— perfect for those who love staying organized in style. 702 St. Paul St.
SCRAP B-More
Part of a national network dedicated to turning waste into craft supplies, SCRAP opened its Baltimore location in July 2016 and now thrives in a spacious storefront in the Pigtown neighborhood. In just its first three years, SCRAP B-More redirected 19 tons of reusable materials from the
landfill— offering them to shoppers at deeply discounted prices. Inventory changes with each donation, but you’ ll often find everything from colored pencils and markers to scrapbooking materials and vintage ephemera. The surprise is half the fun! 913 W. Barre St.
The Book Thing of Baltimore
Collaging enthusiasts won’ t want to miss The Book Thing of Baltimore. For nearly three decades, this nonprofit has given away thousands of books, magazines and more. You’ ll find a treasure trove of paper goods at their monthly public giveaways, and you can take as many as you want to read or reconfigure for your next creative project. 3001 Vineyard Ln.
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If you visit on a Saturday morning, be sure to check out the nearby 32nd Street Farmers Market afterward for more locally sourced goodness.
The Craft Castle
For a quick, hands-on brain break, visit The Craft Castle in Hampden. This studio offers two-hour reservations for open-ended art-making, with each desk stocked with supplies for drawing, painting, stitching and more( these sessions make for great gifts!). For ultimate relaxation, consider kicking off your week with The Craft Castle’ s weekly journaling club. 831 W. 36th St. VB
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