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Copenhagen is a very inspiring city to live in. Phenomenal architecture is omnipresent, designer boutiques are on every corner and the streets are filled with impeccably dressed fashionistas. But do you ever find yourself inspired to join in on it all? Bake a visually stunning cake, sew your own dress or even paint your own painting? If so, then these stores will get you well on your way!

If you’ve ever felt like you might be the next Picasso, this store is for you. It offers everything you need to become a great oil painter, water-colourist, portrait artist or whatever artistic outlet might tickle your fancy. There are different sized canvases, an immense variety of brushes, and every colour you ever imagined, in any texture. The staff are also friendly and always ready to guide you.
City Kunstnerartikler
Amagertorv 9, Strøget, Cph K; open Mon-Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat 10:00-15:00; www.stelling.dk

This store is for the troubled artists who sit in cafes and sketch their lives away. Sketchbooks are available in every shape and size filled with pages of thick quality paper, as are pens for every occasion and even spray paint. They also have supplies for the more advanced DIY enthusiasts, such as sandpaper, gypsum plaster and glue guns. If you’re a student, make sure you show your ID for a discount.
Tutein og Koch
Farvergade 8, Cph K; open Mon-Fri 09:00-17:30, Sat 10:00-15:00; www.tuteinogkoch.dk

Whether you’re Coco Chanel reborn or simply want to stand out at this year’s Fastelavn, Stof2000 is where you need to be. Not only do they stock quality materials of just about every colour and texture, they also sell everything you’ll ever need when sewing: pins, zippers, velcro and clothing patterns. If you’re looking to make something for the home, they also have stuffing and foam to make decorative pillows and seat cushions.
Stof2000
Frederiksborggade 26, Cph K; open Mon-Thu 09:30-18:00, Fri 09:30-19:00, Sat 09:30-15:00; www.stof2000.dk

Step aside Martha Stewart! With just one visit to Panduro you too can become a domestic goddess who brings homemade gifts to every birthday, bakes cakes that are too pretty to eat and makes seasonal decorations that any desperate housewife would be proud to present as her own! The staff are very knowledgeable and can answer just about any question in the field of arts and crafts.
Panduro Hobby
Nørre Farimagsgade 74, Cph K; open Mon-Thu 10:00-18:00, Fri 10:00-19:00, Sat 10:00-16:00, Sun 12:00-16:00; www.pandurohobby.dk

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