Nahcotta is located in the heart of historical downtown Portsmouth. The gallery offers paintings of the contemporary abstract genre, and also sells other home decor, including furniture. It has jewelry and gifts and other artful household knickknacks. This store is an eclectic one, and is situated in an area where there are several unique shops, boutiques and restaurants. The clientele is diverse, including upscale bohemians, businessmen, working-class people and more. The shop is well laid out, with paintings, furniture and gift items spread throughout the spacious floor.
Skeins on Main sells knitting and crocheting supplies, including yarn, needles, hooks, patterns and accessories. Its friendly staff is more than willing to assist you with your current project and can help fix minor mistakes, including dropped stitches. The shop caters to every type of stitcher, from the beginner who wants to knit a simple scarf to more advanced crafters working on detailed projects. The store also offers affordable classes for knitters of every skill level and hosts open knitting on Thursdays. The owner, Lori Sheffield, holds an annual knitting retreat every spring in honor of her late mother, with all proceeds benefiting various charities.
Established in 1989, DSS, Inc. handles large-format printing, surveying equipment and drafting supplies. This is a huge building along the highway that can't be missed, with a big lettered sign across the front. It serves both professional and private customers.
Rainy Day Art & Framing Company is a one-stop shop for all things art. It carries sketch pads, paints, canvas, easels, chalks, pastels, pencils, markers and brushes. It also has a full-service framing area to mount your masterpieces. The walls feature works from local artists, available for purchase or simply for inspiration.
AC Moore is a nationwide arts and crafts supply company. This location offers a wide range of products for customers, including arts and crafts supplies, scrapbooks, frames, sewing supplies and knitting tools. Some options include cutting tools, paints, fasteners, beads, ribbons, knitting books, wall decor and more. The location also offers various classes, including cake decorating, holiday-themed classes, candy making, flower design, T-shirt decorating and more. Check its website for a full list of products or for details on weekly specials.