Get Creative With the Top 10 Best Art Supply Stores in Pittsburgh

No matter what you’re into, there’s definitely other people in this city who feel the same passion about your project that you do. Pittsburgh has a creative side, and has always fostered the arts-- most visibly through our many museums, including the Mattress Factory, the Carnegie Museum of Art, and the Andy Warhol Museum amongst others. But where do professionals as well as budding artists go for their supplies? There are many options available in Pittsburgh, and we’ve put a list together of some of the best. Check them out the next time you run out of paints, or watercolors, or scrapbooking supplies!

Give the artist in your life a GiftYa personalized gift card to any of the art supply stores below-- and foster their creative side! They can pick and choose whatever it is they need to help them out with their creations-- and GiftYa cards are accepted at all the stores below, as well as many others in the Pittsburgh area.

1. Blick Art Materials

Your one stop shop for all of your art supplies you may need!

5534 Walnut Street | Shadyside | dickblick.com

Blick Art Materials is one of the best art supply stores in Pittsburgh-- they have anything you need for your work-- including all kinds of paints, pencils, and pens. Whether you draw in charcoal, graphite, or markers-- the friendly staff can point you in the right direction and have you on your way.

They also have a large supply of digital art supplies-- including digital 3-D printing. This cool store is located right in the Shadyside business district, and should be your first destination for anything art related.

“I love this store and will definitely return and recommend visiting them and their online store as well.” -Yelp Review

2. Artist and Craftsman Supply Store

Whether you’re into arts or crafts, this is the supply store for you!

5603 Hobart Street | Squirrel Hill | artistcraftsman.com

If you happen to be in the Squirrel HIll neighborhood-- and if you’re not it’s definitely worth the trip-- check out the Artist and Craftsman Supply Store. Artists love coming to this place to get lost amongst the wide variety of supplies. They stock everything from bushes, canvasses, pencils, and even calligraphy sets.

No matter what type of creative project you’re looking to start-- or finish-- this store will have exactly what you need to get it done. Make sure to check out their sculpting supplies as well.

“They have a vast selection of other art supplies, and I'll definitely be going back next time I need anything art- or craft-related.” -Yelp Review

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3. Curio Cool

Art Gallery, Studio, and Supply Store Run by Local Art Educators

113 N Main St | Zelienople | curiocool.com

If you don't mind the quick drive up to Zelie, Curio is an art supply store and so much more. Part gallery, part studio, part shop, Curio is run by Jason and Lauren Shorr, both art teachers at local schools as well as talented artists themselves. They spend their days helping their community express themselves with classes, workshops, parties, open studio time, and more. Fun for all ages!

It's definiely worth stopping in, but if you can't make it up north, you can also order art supplies, DIY craft kits, and funky home decor suitable for all ages and websites right to your door.

4. Pat Catan’s

No matter what your craft is, this supply store is sure to have what you need!

296 Curry Hollow Road | Baldwin | michaels.com

Pat Catan’s is Pittsburgh’s go-to place for all things artsy, crafty, and for your holiday decor. At the Baldwin store-- as well as a couple others in the area-- you can pick up supplies for painting, sketching, DIY home decorating, as well as classroom supplies. They also offer fabric for sale by the yard-- so you can get even more crafty and make a couple of new outfits.

The salespeople are extremely helpful, and are willing to work with you to make your vision come to life. Whether you’re interested in making a holiday wreath-- or want to redo the drapes in a room-- this is your place to start!

“I love this store. Nice selection of holiday decorations, for all the holidays as they come and go.  Love the scrapbook section and selection as well.” -Yelp Review

5. Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse

Who knows what you might find at this treasure trove to fill your creative spirit!

214 N. Lexington Street | Point Breeze | pccr.org

If you want to use your creativity and put together a homemade project from scratch, consider stopping by the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse in Point Breeze. There are all kinds of items at this place-- all waiting to be repurposed into a work of art. This is a great way to recycle items and create some new art in the process.

The Center for Creative Reuse also teaches classes in all kinds of disciplines-- from jewelry making to painting-- and offers people a hands on experience to help people create their own art.

“The Pittsburgh Center for Reuse is sooooo awesome! Seriously, you can find anything here. You could probably find all the pieces you'd need to make anything.” -Yelp Review

6. Steel City Craft Emporium

Check out this quirky and uniquely Pittsburgh art supply store with a little bit of everything in it!

3121 Penn Avenue | Polish Hill | steelcitycraftemporium.com

Are you thinking about checking out an art supply store in Pittsburgh? Around Polish Hill, you can check out the Steel City Craft Emporium where there is everything from art supplies, a gift shop, a craft room, and so much more!

While the Steel City Craft Emporium is mainly a gift shop dedicated to artists in Pittsburgh selling their art pieces, you can also order crafts, art supplies, and even book the craft room and do a fun craft with your friends and family. Make sure to check out the Steel City Craft Emporium today!

“Steel City Craft Emporium is a unique gift shop with many, many, different artists and crafters. When you see the quality of the work you will be as impressed as I am.” - TripAdvisor Review 

7. Carnegie Mellon Art Store

Whether you’re a student or not, you’ll be impressed with the art supplies at this place!

5000 Forbes Avenue | Oakland | bookstore.web.cmu.edu

When people think of Carnegie Mellon, they tend to think of its impressive roster of technological achievements -- robotics, entrepreneurship, even retroengineering an 80s Amiga computer so The Warhol Museum could access some of Andy's lost work. But CMU is also a renowned fine arts school, too!

Carnegie Mellon Art Store is located on the Carnegie Mellon University campus, and is a great choice for picking up your art supplies for the semester. It is also open to the public, so if you happen to be in the Oakland area, make sure to stop by and check it out.

If you need a particular brand or supply, the helpful sales people are always willing to lend a hand, or place an order for whatever supply you may need. Stop in early in the semester and check out their extensive supplies!

“Great store with great staff. It has pretty much everything you'd need for school.” -Google Review

8. Michaels

An arts and crafts store with something for every craft!

660 E. Waterfront Drive | Munhall | michaels.com

Michaels is a solid place to check out if you’re in need of any kind of art supply-- or just some helpful advice. They have seasonal decor available year round for all of your decorating ideas-- and helpful associates that can make your dreams come to life. There are a couple of stores across Pittsburgh, including one at the Waterfront in Homestead.

Michaels also has all kinds of items for that special occasion-- including weddings, baby showers, and birthdays-- stop in today and check out all their options!

“This store is a lot bigger than it looks from the outside, which is really nice. They have every possible item you could use for holidays, crafts, and DIY projects.” -Yelp Review

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9. Joann Fabrics and Crafts

Stop into this craft and art store and get inspired!

1800 Park Manor Boulevard, Unit 5 | Robinson | joann.com

Joann Fabrics and Crafts is a fantastic option for crafters and artsy people in Pittsburgh. They have all kinds of decor options to enhance the look of any room-- as well as yards and yards of fabric to inspire you to create your next project.

Joann Fabrics is well known throughout Pittsburgh, and they have a couple of stores-- including a large one at the Mall at Robinson--  which make it an incredibly convenient option as well.

“I've never had a bad experience here!!  From helping me calculate fabric needs to the incredible savings on holiday decor, it's all great!” -Yelp Review

10. Tuesday Morning

In this home goods store lies a craft section to find everything that you need!

6401 Penn Avenue | East Liberty | tuesdaymorning.com

Do you enjoy going to home goods stores? Not only do they have a lot of incredible things to purchase, but most of them have a craft section with lots of supplies to stock up on things you need to get creative. Tuesday Morning in East Liberty is just the place that you need to go to for all of your art supplies!

Tuesday Morning not only has a lot of craft supplies, but there are also a lot of pre-made crafts that you can buy that correspond with the seasons, holidays, and much more. With lots of art supplies and crafts to choose from, make sure to go to Tuesday Morning today!

“Anyway, this place is pretty great. The customer service is pretty nice and the place is well laid out and arranged.” - Yelp Review 

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That's a wrap on art supply stores in Pittsburgh.

Whether you’re a seasoned artist-- or just starting out in your craft-- check out these places for all your artsy needs. They’re sure to have what you’re looking for-- whether it’s paint, pencils, charcoal, or canvasses. Where’s your favorite place to shop for art supplies in Pittsburgh? Let us know in the comments!