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10 Best Art Supply Stores in Nashville

Nashville’s art-supply choices span broad retail assortments, second-hand materials, specialist stationery, pottery, yarn, leather, and markers. This guide helps match your project, material list, and preferred shopping style to the stores described here.

How this list is ordered

This guide does not try to list everyone. It is our pick of art supply stores in Nashville, built on each business's public reputation and on how central this service is to what it does.

A few businesses pay to stand out, always after passing our editorial review and with a label that says so.

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Compare 10 Art Supply Shops in Nashville

Smart Art + Craft Supplies, Nashville#1
Why it stands out
  • Carries a changing selection of donated and second-hand supplies

  • Profits support services for adults with special needs

Smart Art + Craft Supplies

4.8580 reviews
2416 Music Valley Dr #106, Nashville, TN 37214, United States
Best suited to
Crafters seeking low-cost, varied materialsShoppers looking for second-hand sewing, quilting or painting supplies

Smart Art + Craft Supplies is a Nashville art-supply store specializing in second-hand and donated craft materials. Its changing inventory includes fabric remnants, wool, yarn, zippers, buttons, paper, paint, markers, stamps, vinyl and craft kits. The store combines affordable creative supplies with a mission that supports employment and services for adults with special needs.

Paper & Ink Arts, Nashville#2
Why it stands out
  • Carries specialized supplies ranging from nibs and inks to fountain pens and imported stationery

  • Sells individual Blackwing pencils and offers calligraphy classes

Paper & Ink Arts

4.995 reviews
113 Graylynn Dr, Nashville, TN 37214, United States
Best suited to
Calligraphers, pen enthusiasts and stationery collectorsJournalers and hobbyists seeking accessible creative suppliesShoppers looking for calligraphy classes or unusual paper goods

Paper & Ink Arts is a stationery and calligraphy store carrying fountain pens, nibs, ink, paper, watercolors, markers, notebooks, craft supplies and imported stationery. It serves both professional artists and people exploring journaling, letter writing or hand lettering. The store also offers calligraphy classes and individual items such as Blackwing pencils rather than only boxed sets.

Mid-South Ceramic, Nashville#3
Why it stands out
  • Combines retail pottery supplies with kiln firing

  • Staff members bring clay-artist knowledge to product guidance

Mid-South Ceramic

4.987 reviews
1416 Lebanon Pike US-70, Nashville, TN 37210, United States
Best suited to
Beginners building a pottery setup or choosing suppliesPotters seeking clay, glazes, tools, equipment or firingArtists who value hands-on advice from knowledgeable staff

Mid-South Ceramic is a Nashville pottery store serving beginners, working potters and artists with clay, glazes, tools, kilns and pottery equipment. The business also handles firing, and its staff are described as clay artists who provide practical advice on supplies and projects. The facility includes kilns and an outdoor campus, with technical orders preferably arranged 24 hours in advance.

Jerry's Artarama Retail Stores - Nashville#4
Why it stands out
  • Broad selection includes paints, paper, canvas and portfolios

  • Staff can guide shoppers toward materials suited to their goals

  • Includes a professional frame shop

Jerry's Artarama Retail Stores - Nashville

4.8215 reviews
713 Main St, Nashville, TN 37206, United States
Best suited to
Painters and artists comparing materials in personNew artists who want help choosing supplies

Jerry’s Artarama Retail Stores - Nashville is an art supply store with an extensive selection ranging from paints and brushes to paper, canvas and portfolios. It serves painters, drawing students and artists seeking materials in person, with staff who help shoppers match supplies to their objectives. The store also has a professional frame shop and offers sale canvases, while some higher-quality products are described as relatively expensive.

Tandy Leather Nashville - 131#5
Why it stands out
  • Combines a broad supply selection with in-store leatherworking classes

  • Staff can demonstrate materials and guide shoppers through project choices

Tandy Leather Nashville - 131

4.6151 reviews
1929 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37210, United States
Best suited to
Beginners learning leatherworkingHobbyists sourcing leather, tools and project materials

Tandy Leather Nashville - 131 is a leather-working supply store with leather, tools, dyes, patterns, books and kits. It suits beginners developing a new craft as well as hobbyists working on modifications or larger projects. In-store classes introduce techniques such as edge finishing and leather journal making, with staff guidance available for choosing and using supplies.

Marker Supply, Nashville#6
Why it stands out
  • Carries open-stock pens and markers

  • Online inventory can include hard-to-find pen sizes and colors

  • Offers delivery for online orders

Marker Supply

4.916 reviews
113 Graylynn Dr, Nashville, TN 37214, United States
Best suited to
Artists shopping for pens and markersCustomers seeking specific colors or sizesOnline art-supply orders

Marker Supply is an art supply store offering pens, markers and a broad range of other creative supplies. It serves local shoppers through its Nashville facilities and online customers through markersupply.com. The store is particularly useful for people seeking open-stock items, specific pen sizes or colors, and fast delivery of supplies.

Blick Art Materials, Nashville#7
Why it stands out
  • Combines a wide art-supply assortment with custom framing and canvas stretching

  • Offers in-store shopping, pickup and delivery

Blick Art Materials

4.5113 reviews
1205 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208, United States
Best suited to
Artists, educators and students sourcing art suppliesShoppers seeking custom framing or canvas stretchingPeople who want to inspect paper, paints and other materials in person

Blick Art Materials, the Nashville store formerly known as Plaza Art, is an art supply store for painting, drawing, crafting and professional studio needs. It carries art and craft supplies, unique gifts and custom framing, with custom canvas stretching also available. Shoppers can use in-store shopping, store pickup or delivery, and the physical store supports inspecting materials such as paper before buying.

Michaels, Nashville#8
Why it stands out
  • Broad selection spans art, hobbies, jewelry-making and home décor

  • Rewards can reduce the cost of qualifying purchases

Michaels

4.31,557 reviews
The Mills at 100 Oaks, 719 Thompson Ln, Nashville, TN 37204, United States
Best suited to
Crafters shopping for general project suppliesJewelry makers seeking findings, chains and hooksShoppers looking for yarn, paint or seasonal décor

Michaels is a Nashville craft store carrying art and hobby supplies, home décor and custom framing, with many locations also offering classes. Shoppers use it for yarn, jewelry-making components, paint and other project materials, and the rewards program can provide savings on purchases.

Michaels, Nashville#9
Why it stands out
  • The product range spans craft supplies, hobby materials and home decor

  • Custom framing and classes are available at many locations

Michaels

4.3623 reviews
One Bellevue Center, 8159 Sawyer Brown Rd, Nashville, TN 37221, United States
Best suited to
DIY crafters seeking art and hobby suppliesShoppers looking for seasonal craft materialsCustomers needing custom framing

Michaels is a chain craft retailer carrying art and hobby supplies, seasonal materials and home decor. Many locations also offer classes and custom framing, making the store useful for DIY projects, holiday crafts and preserving artwork. Its framing service provides a more specialized option within the broader retail selection.

Haus of Yarn, Nashville#10
Why it stands out
  • Carries yarn across many weights and fibers alongside patterns, needles and notions

  • Provides a welcoming gathering spot for people crafting together

Haus of Yarn

4.7197 reviews
265 White Bridge Rd, Nashville, TN 37209, United States
Best suited to
Knitters and crocheters seeking yarn, patterns or notionsBeginners who want help selecting materials for a project

Haus of Yarn is a Nashville yarn shop carrying yarn in a wide range of weights and fibers, along with patterns, needles and notions. Its large selection serves experienced makers, while helpful staff assist beginners with choosing supplies and setting up projects. The shop also functions as a gathering place where knitters can relax with their craft.

A summary of the options

#BusinessRatingReviewsBest suited to
#1Smart Art + Craft Supplies 4.8580Crafters seeking low-cost, varied materials
#2Paper & Ink Arts 4.995Calligraphers, pen enthusiasts and stationery collectors
#3Mid-South Ceramic 4.987Beginners building a pottery setup or choosing supplies
#4Jerry's Artarama Retail Stores - Nashville 4.8215Painters and artists comparing materials in person
#5Tandy Leather Nashville - 131 4.6151Beginners learning leatherworking
#6Marker Supply 4.916Artists shopping for pens and markers
#7Blick Art Materials 4.5113Artists, educators and students sourcing art supplies
#8Michaels 4.31,557Crafters shopping for general project supplies
#9Michaels 4.3623DIY crafters seeking art and hobby supplies
#10Haus of Yarn 4.7197Knitters and crocheters seeking yarn, patterns or notions

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Compare art-supply shopping across Nashville

The list covers Nashville stores and nearby service areas represented in the supplied descriptions. Compare geography alongside the material specialty, since a specialist trip may be more useful than a general shopping stop.

Materials and creative services available

  • General art materialsJerry’s Artarama and Blick Art Materials offer broad selections including paints, brushes, paper, canvas, portfolios, and craft supplies.
  • Second-hand and donated suppliesSmart Art + Craft Supplies carries changing selections of fabric, yarn, paper, paint, markers, stamps, vinyl, and kits.
  • Specialist tools and materialsPaper & Ink Arts focuses on calligraphy and stationery; Marker Supply on pens and markers; Mid-South Ceramic on pottery.
  • Custom work and classesBlick offers framing and canvas stretching, Tandy Leather offers leatherworking classes, and Paper & Ink Arts offers calligraphy classes.

Choose the right Nashville art-supply store

  1. Match the store to your mediumChoose pottery, leather, yarn, calligraphy, or marker specialists when your project depends on a focused assortment.
  2. Decide whether variety or value matters moreBroad retailers provide range, while Smart Art + Craft Supplies emphasizes changing second-hand and donated materials.
  3. Inspect materials when texture mattersBlick’s physical store is described as useful for inspecting paper and other materials before buying.
  4. Check service timingBlick custom services require an appointment, and Mid-South Ceramic prefers technical orders 24 hours in advance.

Your questions answered

Which store is best for second-hand craft materials?

Smart Art + Craft Supplies specializes in donated and second-hand materials, with inventory that changes frequently.

Where can I buy pottery supplies and arrange firing?

Mid-South Ceramic: Pottery Supplies carries clay, glazes, tools, kilns, and equipment and also handles firing.

Are there Nashville stores for calligraphy?

Paper & Ink Arts carries pens, nibs, inks, paper, and stationery and offers calligraphy classes.

Which options provide framing?

Jerry’s Artarama has a professional frame shop, while Blick Art Materials offers custom framing and canvas stretching.

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