Reuse For Arts & Crafts

Reuse For Arts & Crafts is a beloved arts and crafts shop in Berkeley, CA committed to sustainability through creative reuse. As a family-owned store since 2020, Reuse For Arts & Crafts aims to provide affordable, earth-friendly art supplies and handmade crafts to the community. Owner Frida Godoy welcomes all to join in helping the environment through the joy of repurposing. At Reuse For Arts & Crafts, creativity and sustainability go hand-in-hand. The store stocks a wide selection of reused and recyclable materials perfect for crafting. Shoppers will find paper, fabric, yarn, glassware, frames, beads, buttons, and much more. Reuse For Arts & Crafts also carries eco-friendly art supplies like recycled paints, brushes made from recycled materials, and biodegradable glues. Frida's own repurposed artworks and handmade crafts fill the shop, providing inspiration. In addition to materials for purchase, Reuse For Arts & Crafts accepts donations of reusable items like fabric scraps, ribbons, and containers. Donating unused supplies keeps them out of landfills and gives them new life in the hands of crafters. The store also plans to offer weekly craft classes teaching projects like weaving recycled t-shirt yarn and making jewelry from scrap metals. These classes will provide engaging ways for locals to gain skills in repurposing everyday materials.

1824 San Pablo Ave Berkeley, CA 94702
(510) 967-3324
Reuse For Arts & Crafts stemmed from Frida's lifelong love of transforming discarded items into art. Since migrating from Mexico City, Frida wanted to share her passion for creative reuse within her new community. After opening in 2020, the store quickly became a neighborhood gem. Frida takes pride in providing a space where conservation and creativity go hand-in-hand. At Reuse For Arts & Crafts, customers find inspiration along with affordable, sustainable materials to spark their imaginations. The store's commitment to reuse not only benefits shoppers, but also the environment. Frida and her family welcome all to join them in leading by example and taking small steps towards a greener future.