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10 Best Art Supply Stores in Austin

This Austin-area selection includes traditional art retailers, reuse-focused craft shopping, stationery, shared making spaces, specialty mural supplies, and stores with classes or framing. Use the comparison to identify the right source for a supply list, a new hobby, a group project, or a finished artwork that needs display support.

How we rank this list

This selection of art supply stores in Austin weighs each business's reputation, which anyone can check online, against how much of its work is devoted to this service. Those that do exactly this, and have done it well for years, come first.

Featured positions are clearly marked and only offered to businesses that already earned their place in the guide.

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Featured Art Supply Stores in Austin

Select one to see why it made the list.

#1
Living Felt
5.0398 reviews
New and experienced felters seeking supplies and guidanceMakers interested in online classes and tutorialsCrafters looking for kits, fibers and project inspiration
#2
Fuzz Lab Craft Store
4.9787 reviews
Beginners seeking a guided hands-on craft activityFamilies, date-night pairs and private groups
#3
Austin Creative Reuse Center
4.8516 reviews
People starting a new art or craft hobbyFamilies and artists seeking affordable reusable materials

10 Art Supply Shops in Austin Compared

Living Felt, Austin#1
Strengths

  • A combination of felting supplies, kits, classes and free tutorials

  • Instruction covers projects ranging from animals to wearable garments

  • Online shopping and customer support are available

Living Felt

5.0398 reviews
2440 US-290 Ste E1, Dripping Springs, TX 78620, United States
A good fit for
New and experienced felters seeking supplies and guidanceMakers interested in online classes and tutorialsCrafters looking for kits, fibers and project inspiration

Living Felt is a felting-focused art supply store in Dripping Springs offering wool, fibers, kits, classes and tutorials for beginners through advanced makers. It suits crafters who want both materials and instruction, whether shopping online or learning at their own pace. Free online tutorials, paid courses and Wooly Wednesday videos extend the store beyond product sales.

Fuzz Lab Craft Store, Austin#2
Strengths

  • Provides the materials, equipment and design preparation for tufting projects

  • Offers several craft formats beyond rugs, including bear figures, stationery and beadwork

Fuzz Lab Craft Store

4.9787 reviews
6406 N Interstate Hwy 35 STE 1801, Austin, TX 78752, United States
A good fit for
Beginners seeking a guided hands-on craft activityFamilies, date-night pairs and private groups

Fuzz Lab Craft Store is an Austin art studio offering personalized DIY classes for rugs, bear figures, stationery, beadwork and whipped-cream-clay projects. It suits beginners, families, date nights, birthdays, private events and team-building groups. Rug tufting typically takes 2–4 hours, with materials and equipment provided and instructors guiding participants through the process.

Austin Creative Reuse Center#3
Strengths

  • Wide range of reclaimed craft supplies

  • Classes, markets and volunteer opportunities connect generations of makers

Austin Creative Reuse Center

4.8516 reviews
2005 Wheless Ln, Austin, TX 78723, United States
A good fit for
People starting a new art or craft hobbyFamilies and artists seeking affordable reusable materials

Austin Creative Reuse Center is a nonprofit organization where artists, hobbyists, families and educators can explore affordable reusable craft materials. Its inventory spans fabric, yarn, jewelry-making supplies, office materials, leather, magazines and more, while classes, volunteer opportunities, markets and displays of locally made artwork extend the center beyond retail. Donations support its reuse-focused community model.

Jerry's Artarama Retail Stores - Austin#4
Strengths

  • Large selection across paint, drawing, canvas, paper and framing supplies

  • Organized aisles and signs for navigating the store

Jerry's Artarama Retail Stores - Austin

4.7780 reviews
6010 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78752, United States
A good fit for
Artists building a broad supply list in one visitShoppers seeking frames, mural supplies or hard-to-find materials

Jerry's Artarama Retail Stores - Austin is an art supply retailer with an extensive selection spanning paints, brushes, markers, pencils, canvas, paper and portfolios. The store also carries frames, mural supplies and products from numerous brands. Its organized aisles and signs make a large inventory easier to navigate, while sales and a rewards program add practical value for regular shoppers.

Mural Supply Co., Austin#5
Strengths

  • Practice walls support spray-painting practice in the shop.

  • A rotating gallery adds local art to the supply-store experience.

Mural Supply Co.

4.828 reviews
2324 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
A good fit for
Mural artists and event organizers needing substantial paint suppliesSpray-paint artists seeking practice space

Mural Supply Co. is an Austin art supply store serving muralists, spray-paint artists, event organizers, and other creatives. It offers a broad selection of paint and art supplies, practice walls for spray painting, a gallery with rotating exhibitions, and delivery support for larger orders.

Michaels, Austin#6
Strengths

  • A custom framing department that helps compare display options

  • A broad chain-retail assortment of craft and home décor products

Michaels

4.4556 reviews
The Shops at, 12770 Shops Pkwy Ste 100, Bee Cave, TX 78738, United States
A good fit for
Crafters shopping for art and hobby suppliesCustomers seeking custom framing for artwork

Michaels is a Bee Cave craft store carrying art and hobby supplies and home décor. The location also provides custom framing, where staff help customers consider display options, measure artwork and complete orders. It suits shoppers seeking supplies for creative projects as well as people who want guidance with framing a finished piece.

Michaels, Austin#7
Strengths

  • Custom framing supports large paintings, canvas and original artwork

Michaels

4.31,710 reviews
Crossing Phase II, 3021 S I-35 Frontage Rd #190, Round Rock, TX 78664, United States
A good fit for
Artists and makers sourcing craft supplies or project décorCustomers needing custom framing for artwork

Michaels is a Round Rock craft store carrying art and hobby supplies, home décor and materials for projects. The store also offers custom framing, and its framing department works with items ranging from large paintings and canvas pieces to original animation cells. It suits makers, artists and shoppers looking for craft materials or project décor.

Michaels, Austin#8
Strengths

  • Combines craft supplies, home decor and custom framing

  • Offers curbside pickup in addition to in-store shopping

Michaels

4.31,257 reviews
Lakeline Market Shopping Center, 14028 N Hwy 183 Bldg C, Austin, TX 78717, United States
A good fit for
Crafters shopping for art, hobby and seasonal suppliesPeople seeking custom framing or help with a framed picture

Michaels is a craft retailer carrying art and hobby supplies, home decor, seasonal items and custom framing. It suits makers, families and shoppers working on creative projects, while framing staff can help with picture-related needs. The store also provides curbside pickup, and its relatively compact layout is used to present a broad range of crafting supplies.

The Paper + Craft Pantry, Austin#9
Strengths

  • A curated selection that includes fountain pens, inks and Asian-style stationery

  • Cards and other designs from local artists

The Paper + Craft Pantry

4.9304 reviews
1023 Springdale Rd Bldg 6A, Austin, TX 78721, United States
A good fit for
Stationery enthusiasts seeking pens, notebooks, cards or craft giftsShoppers looking for Asian-inspired designs or local-art stationery

The Paper + Craft Pantry is an Austin stationery shop with cards, gifts, pens, notebooks, inks, stickers, washi tape and other paper goods. Its selection includes beginner-friendly fountain pens, Asian-inspired stationery and designs from local artists, making it useful for both everyday writing and thoughtful gifts.

Craft, Austin#10
Strengths

  • Extensive shared library of DIY tools and materials

  • Studio seating for 30 crafters and up to 50 standing guests

Craft

4.9244 reviews
16 Springdale Rd Bldg 4 suite 102, Austin, TX 78702, United States
A good fit for
DIY beginners and collaborative makersWorkshops, parties and creative group eventsOpen crafting with shared tools and supplies

Craft is Austin’s creative hub for DIY crafting, workshops and events, with an open-concept studio east of downtown. It suits beginners, experienced makers, groups and event organizers who want shared tools, supplies and workspace. Visitors can join workshops, attend open-crafting hours or rent the studio for parties, meetings and larger gatherings; walk-in crafting is charged by the hour.

The key facts side by side

#BusinessRatingReviewsA good fit for
#1Living Felt 5.0398New and experienced felters seeking supplies and guidance
#2Fuzz Lab Craft Store 4.9787Beginners seeking a guided hands-on craft activity
#3Austin Creative Reuse Center 4.8516People starting a new art or craft hobby
#4Jerry's Artarama Retail Stores - Austin 4.7780Artists building a broad supply list in one visit
#5Mural Supply Co. 4.828Mural artists and event organizers needing substantial paint supplies
#6Michaels 4.4556Crafters shopping for art and hobby supplies
#7Michaels 4.31,710Artists and makers sourcing craft supplies or project décor
#8Michaels 4.31,257Crafters shopping for art, hobby and seasonal supplies
#9The Paper + Craft Pantry 4.9304Stationery enthusiasts seeking pens, notebooks, cards or craft gifts
#10Craft 4.9244DIY beginners and collaborative makers

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Compare art-supply and craft destinations around Austin

The results cover Austin and nearby Dripping Springs, Bee Cave, and Round Rock. Geographic comparison can help balance travel with specialization, but the supplied material does not provide addresses or route details; confirm location, hours, and availability before visiting.

What you can find in this selection

  • Broad fine-art suppliesJerry’s Artarama Retail Stores - Austin carries paints, brushes, markers, pencils, canvas, paper, portfolios, frames, mural supplies, and products from numerous brands.
  • Felting materials and instructionLIVING FELT focuses on wool, fibers, kits, classes, tutorials, paid courses, and free online learning for beginners through advanced felters.
  • Reclaimed craft shoppingAustin Creative Reuse Center offers affordable reusable materials such as fabric, yarn, jewelry supplies, office materials, leather, and magazines, plus classes and markets.
  • Stationery and paper goodsThe Paper + Craft Pantry stocks cards, gifts, pens, notebooks, inks, stickers, washi tape, fountain pens, Asian-inspired stationery, and local-art designs.
  • Shared tools and workshop spaceCRAFT provides an open-concept studio, shared DIY tools and supplies, workshops, open-crafting hours, and event rentals; walk-in crafting is charged by the hour.
  • Mural and spray-paint suppliesMural Supply Co. serves muralists and spray-paint artists with paint, art supplies, practice walls, a rotating gallery, and delivery support for larger orders.
  • Custom framingMichaels locations in Bee Cave and Round Rock offer custom framing alongside art, hobby, home décor, and project supplies.
  • Hands-on craft classesFuzz Lab Craft Store offers guided DIY formats including rug tufting, bear figures, stationery, beadwork, and whipped-cream-clay projects.

How to choose an Austin art-supply store

  1. Define the material categoryJerry’s Artarama fits a broad paint-and-drawing list, LIVING FELT specializes in fibers, Mural Supply Co. serves mural and spray-paint needs, and The Paper + Craft Pantry focuses on stationery.
  2. Decide whether reuse mattersAustin Creative Reuse Center is the clearest match for reclaimed materials, with inventory spanning fabric, yarn, leather, office goods, and more.
  3. Choose shopping or makingCRAFT and Fuzz Lab add shared workspace or instructor-led projects, while traditional retailers are more directly suited to sourcing materials.
  4. Plan for framing separatelyMichaels offers custom framing at the supplied Bee Cave and Round Rock locations, including support for artwork and larger canvas pieces.
  5. Check group and age requirementsCRAFT is for grown-ups only. Fuzz Lab says children under 12 must pair with an adult, and appointments are recommended for its projects.
  6. Account for availability and timingAustin Creative Reuse Center can be busy, CRAFT charges hourly for walk-in creating, and Fuzz Lab availability can affect whether walk-ins are accepted.

Questions people often ask

Which result offers the broadest documented art-supply range?

Jerry’s Artarama Retail Stores - Austin has the broadest listed range, including paints, brushes, markers, pencils, canvas, paper, portfolios, frames, mural supplies, and multiple brands.

Where can I find felting supplies and tutorials?

LIVING FELT offers wool, fibers, kits, classes, paid courses, and free online tutorials for different experience levels.

Which options provide custom framing?

The supplied Bee Cave, Round Rock, and other Michaels listings describe custom framing alongside craft and art supplies.

Can I buy reclaimed craft materials?

Yes. Austin Creative Reuse Center is described as a nonprofit source for affordable reusable supplies including fabric, yarn, jewelry-making materials, leather, and magazines.

What should I choose for a guided craft activity?

Fuzz Lab Craft Store offers instructor-guided DIY projects such as rug tufting, bear figures, stationery, beadwork, and whipped-cream-clay work; CRAFT offers workshops and shared making space.

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