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5 Best Craft Shops in Los Angeles (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Vespera Quill
By Vespera Quill, Expert in Local Experiences and Cultural Analysis · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

Los Angeles has always drawn artists to its supply stores, and the craft shops on this list have racked up nearly 1,600 Google reviews between them, with ratings clustered tightly between 4.4 and 4.8. That tight spread means the real difference between them is specialty, fine art paper versus spray paint versus fabric and notions, not quality.

Short answer: Artist & Craftsman Supply Downtown LA leads with 4.8 stars across 523 reviews, the most-reviewed shop here. Top's Art Supplies, family-run since 1987, also holds a 4.8 rating across 324 reviews, while Montana Shop Los Angeles is the specialist pick for spray paint and street art supplies at 4.7 across 234 reviews. All five are independent or specialty shops, not chain stores.
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LA's craft shops, side by side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Artist & Craftsman Supply Downtown LA 4.8 523 Overall / broadest selection View ›
2 Top's Art Supplies 4.8 324 Beginners / personalized service View ›
3 Blue Rooster Art Supplies 4.7 257 Curated selection / hands-on advice View ›
4 Montana Shop Los Angeles 4.7 234 Spray paint and street art supplies View ›
5 Whittier Crafts 4.4 260 General crafts and custom banners View ›
5 Best Craft Shops in Los Angeles (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Artist & Craftsman Supply Downtown LA logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Artist & Craftsman Supply Downtown LA

4.8523 Google reviews

Artist & Craftsman Supply Downtown LA sits in the Arts District and stocks a wide range of art and craft materials, from oil and acrylic paint to inks, screen printing supplies, and jewelry-making materials. The store runs regular sale promotions and is part of a chain, but this location carries the largest review base of any craft shop on this list.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise staff knowledge across multiple mediums, even outside their own specialty
  • Frequent in-store sales called out repeatedly
  • A rewards program that gives money back on future purchases

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer describes an unwelcoming interaction with a staff member
  • Parking noted as tricky since it sits on the side of the building
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume523 · 98th
Confidencehigh
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown86% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The deepest review history on this page by a wide margin, and the rating holds at that scale, making this the safest first stop for most art and craft needs.

1917-1921 E 7th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Top's Art Supplies logo
#2🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Top's Art Supplies

4.8324 Google reviews

Top's Art Supplies has operated as a family-owned shop since 1987, stocking fine art and pattern supplies including paints, brushes, calligraphy tools, and sewing notions. The shop describes itself as catering to professional artists, beginners, and fashion college students alike, with regular sales on Japanese brushes and canvases.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe the owner personally helping beginners pick starter supplies
  • Long trading history, nearly 40 years
  • Praised repeatedly for reasonable prices on a well-stocked, smaller footprint

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer notes a staff member was unfamiliar with a specific product line
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume324 · 93th
Confidencehigh
Recency8 days ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown87% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Matches the top pick on rating and stands out specifically for beginner-friendly, hands-on guidance from the owner.

3447 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005

Blue Rooster Art Supplies logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Blue Rooster Art Supplies

4.7257 Google reviews

Blue Rooster Art Supplies is a Hollywood shop carrying art materials from suppliers around the world, including specialty papers, pens, and markers, with staff who let customers try products in-store before buying. It is a smaller footprint than the other shops on this list but focuses on branded, higher-end supplies.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe staff spending real time helping with a specific project
  • In-store product testing mentioned by more than one reviewer
  • Strong selection of internationally sourced brands

Worth knowing

  • A reviewer notes prices run a bit higher than other shops
  • One reviewer describes a dispute over a purchase that the owner disputes based on video footage
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume257 · 83th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown82% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A good pick if you want hands-on advice and are willing to pay slightly more for curated, branded stock.

4661 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027

Montana Shop Los Angeles logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days

Montana Shop Los Angeles

4.7234 Google reviews

Montana Shop Los Angeles is the official flagship store for Montana Colors, opened in 2018 in the Arts District near DTLA and Little Tokyo. It specializes in spray paint, caps, markers, and inks for graffiti and street art, and reviewers describe it as connected to the local street art community.

What people praise

  • Reviewers highlight deep product knowledge on spray paint types and nozzle tips
  • Staff described as generous with free stickers and boxes
  • Draws customers from well outside LA specifically for mural projects
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume234 · 78th
Confidencehigh
Recency4 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown87% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The clear specialist for spray paint and graffiti supplies, and reviewers travel a real distance to shop here specifically.

625 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Whittier Crafts logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days

Whittier Crafts

4.4260 Google reviews

Whittier Crafts is a craft store on Whittier Boulevard offering a broad mix of general craft supplies, including custom-made banners and pins, plus religious statues and party goods. Reviewers describe the shop as having moved to a smaller location but still carrying a wide range of stock.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise custom banner and pin orders
  • Staff called out for friendly, helpful service
  • Will special-order items not in stock by color or size

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer describes pricing as a bit higher than downtown LA competitors
  • Ribbon selection called out as limited by one reviewer
Reputation scorecardrank in Los Angeles
Rating4.4 / 5
Review volume260 · 88th
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 months ago
Info completenessphone · hours
Rating breakdown62% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The lowest rating on this list, though still solidly positive, and a useful option specifically for custom banner or pin work the other shops here don't offer.

4931 Whittier Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90022

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How we score

Rating is the shop’s live Google average. Review volume measures how many customers have actually left a review, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence blends the two, so a high rating on a small sample scores lower than one backed by hundreds of reviews. Recency checks how recently people are still leaving feedback. No business can pay to change any of these numbers.

What do craft supplies cost in Los Angeles? (2026)

Pricing varies widely by material and specialty, fine art paints and imported papers cost more than general craft notions, and spray paint pricing depends on brand and can size. Several shops on this list run regular seasonal sales, so timing a larger purchase around a promotion can meaningfully cut the cost.

Serving all of Los Angeles

These shops cluster around the Arts District, Downtown LA, Koreatown, and Hollywood, all within a short drive of each other for anyone comparing supplies across more than one stop. If you are searching for craft shops near me in Los Angeles, the Arts District cluster covers general art supplies and spray paint in the same trip, while Top’s and Whittier Crafts serve customers further west and east respectively.

What to ask before you shop at a craft-shop

  • Do you carry the specific brand or material I need, or can you order it in?
  • Is there a rewards program or regular sale schedule?
  • Can I test a product in-store before buying it?
  • Do you offer custom work like banners, pins, or cut materials?
  • What is your return policy on opened art supplies?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these craft shops?

We pulled real Google ratings and review counts for craft and art supply shops across Los Angeles, then ranked them on a mix of rating, review volume, and how recently customers have left feedback.

How often is this list updated?

This page was verified in July 2026 and is refreshed periodically as new reviews and ratings come in.

Do any of these shops ship online orders?

Some do. Artist & Craftsman Supply, for example, ships from a fulfillment center outside the local area, so check delivery timelines before ordering online if you need supplies quickly.

Are these shops good for beginners, not just professional artists?

Yes. Several reviewers specifically mention staff helping first-time buyers choose beginner-appropriate materials rather than upselling professional-grade supplies.

The bottom line

Artist & Craftsman Supply Downtown LA is the safest all-around pick given its review volume and rating, but if you know exactly what you need, spray paint from Montana Shop or beginner guidance from Top’s Art Supplies, go straight to the specialist instead.

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