ReCreate Central — 5422 E. Central, Wichita KS 67208
Tue–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 12pm–5pm (Closed Mon)
ReCreate Riverside — 2530 W. 13th Street North, Wichita KS 67203
Mon, Wed–Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 12pm–5pm (Closed Tue)
Phone: 316-295-3725
At ReCreate, we believe second chances are beautiful—whether it’s a jar of buttons, a bin of yarn, or a rescued pet. We're Wichita’s first upcycled art and craft supply store, turning gently used materials into fresh inspiration—while keeping waste out of landfills and giving back to local animal rescues.
From discounted craft treasures to one-of-a-kind finds, ReCreate is a haven for makers, teachers, thrifters, and dreamers. Every purchase supports our mission—and every donation helps fuel creativity and compassion in our community.
Let’s make something good together.
A portion of all sales goes to Always & Furever, a local no kill shelter.
We accept art and craft donations during normal business hours.
To make an appointment for extra large donations (10 or more tubs),
please call 316-530-7675
ITEMS WE ACCEPT: ANY CREATIVE MATERIALS, SUPPLIES, AND TOOLS THAT ARE IN GOOD, USABLE CONDITION
We accept any creative materials, supplies, and tools in good, usable condition, including:
- Art supplies: pastels, markers, pencils, pencil sharpeners, erasers, ink, ink pads, brushes, palettes, glue guns, glue, stickers, calligraphy supplies, coloring books, sketch pads, unpainted canvases, acrylic/oil/enamel paint, mediums, gesso
- Stained glass: materials, supplies, and tools
- Craft kits: Bucilla kits, embroidery, cross-stitch, latch hook, candle making, diamond art
- Scrapbooking & junk journals: full sheets of paper, stickers, ephemera, brads, decorative paperclips, dies, stamps, decorative cutouts, embossing powders, paper punches, embellishments, scrapbooks, journals
- Die-cutting machines in good working order (Sizzix, Cuttlebug, Cricut, or similar)
- Craft tools: craft storage containers and drawers, button machines, cookie cutters, cutting dies, drawing tools, hole punches, paper cutters, rubber stamps, craft and sewing scissors, stencils
- Fabric & textiles: sewing machines in good working order, portable embroidery machines, sergers, fabric bolts, remnants (18"x18" or larger), faux fur, leather, appliques, patches, ribbon, trim
- Jewelry: all types, broken or whole — beads, bells, chain, charms, findings, gems, pendants, studs, parts, pieces, supplies, tools, wire, jewelry bags, crystals
- Fiber arts: cross-stitch kits and materials, embroidery hoops and frames, looms, untangled yarn, knitting needles, crochet hooks, kits, embroidery floss, needle punch, felting supplies, clean unspun wool, needlepoint supplies and kits, plastic canvas, spinning supplies
- Clay, molds, and tools; woodworking supplies, wood burners, leather tools, metalworking tools, punches, stamps
- Sewing: buttons, fasteners (snaps, hooks, eyelets), iron-on transfers, machine feet, marking chalk, notions, patterns, scissors, tape measures, thimbles, thread (spools and embroidery), trim, zippers, sequins
- Vintage: trinket holders, miniatures, handkerchiefs, doilies, quilts in good shape, silk scarves, vintage kits and holiday kits, Bucilla, vintage game pieces, vintage wrapping paper, playing cards, postcards, baskets
- Art, craft, and fiber-arts books; sealed unopened puzzles
- Holiday craft kits and creative supplies (not decorations, Christmas trees, or wreaths)
Items we cannot accept
- Dirty, smoky, moldy, wet, or ripped items; broken machines or tools; clothing; boxes of broken crayons, pencils, or markers
- Recyclables: wine corks, bottle caps, baby food jars, toilet paper rolls, chunks of wood, sticks, pinecones, broken machine parts
- Scraps of paper, fabric, yarn, foam, or cardboard
- Office supplies: folders, binders, printer paper, calculators, computers, cords
- Picture frames, unframed glass, mirrors, home decor, painted canvases
- Electronics, VHS, DVD, CD
- Kitchen utensils, food containers, Tupperware
- Books other than art and craft books; encyclopedias, dictionaries
- Bedding, sheets, pillows, drapes, blinds, curtains
- Styrofoam (peanuts and packing material)
- House or spray paint; toxic or hazardous materials
- Appliances
- Furniture, legs, drawers, and home accessories
