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Blaine Creative Businesses
Creative enterprises at the border, blending tourism with artisan culture.
Blaine’s creative businesses capitalize on the town’s unique position as a border community and coastal destination. From waterfront galleries to artisan shops serving cross-border visitors, these enterprises are building the economic foundation of the Creative District.
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11 creative businesses in the Blaine Creative District
🎨 Visual Arts & Galleries
Blaine Art Gallery
Community Art Gallery & Exhibition Space📍 922 Peace Portal Drive, Blaine, WA 98230
☎ (360) 699-2863
🕒 Wed-Sun 11am-5pm
Dynamic gallery operated by the Blaine Arts Council featuring rotating exhibitions from local and regional artists. Includes a sculpture garden with harbor views and hosts First Friday Art…
Blind Bird Art Studio & Gallery
Art Studio & Gallery📍 264 H Street, Suite B, Blaine, WA 98230
🕒 By appointment & Second Saturdays
Working intuitive studio and playshop featuring small-format works. Open during Second Saturday art walks and Blaine Spring Block Party. Features local artists in an intimate downtown studio setting.
PAX Gallery
Fine Art Gallery📍 711 3rd Street, Blaine, WA 98230
🕒 By appointment
Fine art gallery showcasing curated exhibitions in an intimate setting. Open by appointment for private viewings and during Blaine art walk events. Adds to Blaine's growing gallery district.
🎵 Performing Arts & Music
Dana’s Music Playground
Music Store & Instruction📍 114 W Holly Street, Blaine, WA 98230
🕒 Varies
Musical instrument shop offering a curated selection of instruments along with music instruction and lessons. A creative hub for musicians of all ages and skill levels in the…
🔨 Crafts & Makers
Blaine Bouquets
Floral Design & Gift Shop📍 633 Peace Portal Drive, Blaine, WA 98230
☎ (360) 332-6700
🕒 Mon-Sat 10am-3pm
Established flower and gift shop on Peace Portal Drive offering fresh floral arrangements, creative gift ideas, and custom designs for all occasions. A staple of downtown Blaine's creative…
In Bloom Flowers
Floral Design & Delivery📍 4372 Boone Road, Blaine, WA 98230
🕒 Mon-Sat 9am-5pm
Family-owned and operated florist offering on-demand floral service for all occasions with local delivery throughout Whatcom County. Specializes in weddings, celebrations, and sympathy arrangements since 2019.
Magic Carpet Jewelry
Handmade Jewelry & Metalsmithing📍 Blaine, WA 98230
🕒 By appointment & events
Artisan handmade jewelry featuring henna-inspired designs in sterling silver and semi-precious stones. Iconic motifs include paisleys, mandalas, lotuses, and dragons. Also teaches metalsmithing classes and offers private lessons.
Traditional Ink
Custom Tattoo Studio📍 477 Peace Portal Drive, Blaine, WA 98230
☎ (360) 393-0725
🕒 By appointment & walk-ins when available
Custom tattoo studio in downtown Blaine offering a range of tattoo styles. Appointments and walk-ins when artists have availability. Part of the vibrant creative scene along Peace Portal…
📷 Photography & Media
The Northern Light
Local Newspaper & Media📍 Blaine, WA 98230
🕒 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Weekly newspaper serving the Blaine, Birch Bay, and Semiahmoo communities with local news, arts coverage, and event listings. Provides print, digital, and social media platforms connecting the creative…
☕ Culinary & Beverage Arts
Drayton Harbor Oyster Company
Artisan Oyster Farm & Tasting Room📍 913 Peace Portal Drive, Blaine, WA 98230
☎ (360) 371-5556
🕒 Daily 11am-6pm (seasonal)
Sustainable artisan shellfish farm cultivating oysters, clams, and mussels in Drayton Harbor. Features a waterfront tasting room and retail market. Part of Blaine's culinary arts scene blending marine…
✨ Other Creative Businesses
Washi Arts
Art Supplies & Japanese Paper Specialty📍 Blaine, WA 98230
🕒 Check website for hours
Specialty art supply store focused on Japanese papers, tools, and supplies for creative artists. Extensive selection for bookbinding, calligraphy, printmaking, graphic design, and mixed media projects.