Endeavours & ThinkPlay - Fredericton, NB

Solange P.

Très bon service. Je vous recommande ce magasin ''Endeavours'' pour matériel d'artiste.

Maggs B.

Best local Artist shop in Fredericton ~ tons of stuff made in Canada 🇨🇦 or Europe too. Love The owner, all fantastic people there and super knowledgeable- I’ve been buying there for over 25 years. I always go there first and 99% of the time before any other store (or Amazon), they have exactly what I need! : )))))

zahra S.

I always noticed this store when passing by, it was beautifully decorated for different occasions. But I had never seen the inside until today when I finally decided to explore it. The atmosphere inside was even better than I expected! A mix of art, games, and creative pieces blended with the cozy charm of an old house. The staff were also welcoming and helpful.
However, the one thing that made me give it 4 stars instead of 5 was the feeling of being watched. I enjoy exploring stores at my own pace, but despite mentioning that I was just looking around, I felt like I was being closely monitored. This was especially noticeable when we went upstairs, and one of the salespeople followed us. While I understand the need for security, installing cameras might be a better approach than constantly shadowing customers.

Bob G.

Shopped on line and a few days later my order arrived on my doorstep in Alberta. This was my first order and it was no muss, no fuss. I will look forward to place future orders when I am next in need of watercolour supplies. It also feels good to support Canadian business.

Matt H.

I recently picked up painting and, like many others I'm sure, I tend to do a good bit of research before hand. I'm also very prone to going big right out of the gate!

In the first three months of 2025, I've ordered dozens of different papers and journals in all form factors, countless brushes and palettes of all makes and models, and hundreds in paints from various companies and brands across the world. Unfortunately for me, I live relatively remote, so everything needs to be shipped. From the thousands spent across multiple vendors, Endeavours is my favourite option! I was recently very close to making a very large order from a popular European art supplier and stopped when I did a bit of background on customs coming into Canada. I contacted CBSA for personal import limits and fees, Health Canada to confirm specific pigments being allowed into Canada, and combed through the surtax items through CUSMA. With all of that done, I still wasn't confident in doing another international order and returned to Endeavours. With customs, taxes, and surcharges, their prices were no longer as appealing (plus or minus a buck or two) and I'd be shoveling my money out to an international company and Canadian customs. I returned to my shortlist of Canadian retailers and landed on Endeavours.

My first order I received from them came with a great dot card for a watercolour company I'd not heard! I was able to try a new brand before committing to another expensive order!

Watercolour can be very expensive, especially for a hobbyist, so it's important to find incredible products with great value. Their prices are fair, shipping is fast (even for the free option, if that's available to you), and there's care put into your packaging. I'm done my search. These guys will be my art suppliers moving forward!

Brandon E.

One of my favourite shops in Fredericton, I wish I went more often. Such a cool vibe to the building, just a little out of my typical routes.

Christy L.

Excellent customer service! The hand written thank you note was such an added joy. The products are great. I bought Maimeri Blu watercolour and gouache paint. The only place I can find in Canada that sells it. You have become one of my number one go to’s for my art supplies.

Andrew N. B.

A funky place for all your crafty, quirky, creative needs! While the toy store isn't physically open, you can order online. The craft section of this store on Queen Street is open to drop in though. If it wasn't for COVID, I would have certainly enjoyed spending some time just browsing. They've got board games, notebooks, paints, clays, papers, glues, brushes, socks and so much more. Friendly and patient staff. Thanks for providing me with such cool notebooks!!