Last week I had this stressful task of putting together my portfolio. I had a couple of blunders 1. I had set it out on A4 non standard paper 2. I had no idea how to present it, what folder etc. The sales assistant kindly offered to show me some options which weren't on the shelves yet and he was patient enough to help me discern letter size to A4 size documents. It seems insignificant but at... more

This is in response to my earlier comment about this business, and the further comment made by Michel S. The issue was addressed in 2 days due to my pursuit of following it up with management, via email, with little direction from staff as to how to show the problem that may arise in Midoco's pricing methodology. In the private email exchanged, it was I who had to prove the error of being... more

I used to come here all the time during my college years as typically they had the best prices in Toronto for animation grade pencils, markers, sketchbooks, you name it. Their stock is huge and the prices are great. Also they restock all the time, so there are rarely empty pegs for art supplies that are essentials for you. They also carry other things like toys, costumes (for halloweeen), note... more

Seeing as I am a sucker for stationary, I was predisposed to liking this place. They have EVERYTHING and the prices and selection make it easy to choose Mid over Indigo or Curry's. They need to do some work on the poster selections

I LOVE THIS STORE! I discovered it after signing up for an art course at Central tech and visit every single time I am in the neighbourhood! They have EVERYTHING and I find they often have better prices and selection than their (much bigger) competitors. Definitely worth a visit! Staff seems a bit 'shy' (I actually thought they were kind of rude at first, but turns out they are just quiet) but... more

I love Midoco. They carry high quality and interesting products and have great hours as well very helpful staff. It's a great place to go for everything from gifts for kids to interesting wrapping paper and greeting cards (as well as the obvious art/office supplies). It's great to have a store like this in the neighbourhood!

I am not much of an art-er and craft-er, actually I am not one at all. But I am a good prankster and an even better gift giver, and Midoco has helped me tremendously in maintaining my reputation in pranking and gift-giving.

Ergo, 5 bright stars, each made of a different precious metal.

I have bought awesome fake vomit etc. from these guys which I have used effectively on a number of... more

I used to live in The Annex and I used to be crafty.

OK I was probably never that crafty, but I've just started revisiting my old DIY haunt, and I'm still a fan. I come here for fancy pens, cards and fabric dye. I heart fabric dye and how it can spruce up any wardrobe on a budget, it has proven especially helpful with those pesky fading black pants. These little black squares have seriously... more

I love office supplies. What I love even more, is being able to find items NOT MADE IN CHINA.

Oh thank goodness for Midoco. I'll go here for all of my office and art supplies from now on. Pop in, and take a browse through everything, they have lots of things!

I walked in this store to look at some stationary, pens to be percise. They have most of the pens and pencils on display for customers to try, the Grand n Toy used. As oos as I saw that I heard from within myself, "heaven I'm in heaven And my heart beats So that I can hardly speak". The staff was friendly and helpful. I don't have much to say about the art supplies, because I can't tell good... more

I don't know what getting excited about office supplies says about me, but Midoco is definitely a fun place to shop for them.

Although you certainly can get by with the standard range that the big boxes offer, but having truly good tools makes work all that much better.

Some of the highlights for me include their huge selection of pens. They have a whole section of Pilot ballpoints, in... more

They have a lot of art supplies here, but it's crowded, the cash is often backed up, and things can be quite expensive. Always shop around before buying from them, but they do carry some things other art stores don't, and they have some cute nerd stuff, too, like Doctor Who mugs.

Love Midoco! Supplies, art supplies like brushes and paint I'll go to Curry's, or if I'm writing and drawing Midoco has everything I want. So many pens , so little time.elsewhere

I came here for Valentine's Day craft supplies and I was NOT disappointed. They carried an assortment of paper, stickers and glitter for all my card making needs. Prior to entering, I figured it would be a costly venture but it was very reasonable! I made a personalized card for about $8 and I have spent that one generic store cards countless times. I will definitely be back again when I need... more

OoooooooooMG!
This palce has some of the cutest knick-knacks and kitschy nonsense you've ever seen!

Most stores that sell novelty gifts are not cheap, and Midoco certainly maintains that rule.
It is overpriced, in my opinion.
However, it is an art store, not merely a novelty store, and most art stores are not cheap, I think.
It has some cutesy things that are hilarious and make you want to... more

Midoco located in the always wonderful annex is a fantastic art and office supply store. Architecturally the store is very tasteful with clean lines and a contemporary exterior. They carry a vast selection of fine quality art products and supplies. Prices are within market value and are reasonable. The staff is helpful and friendly. Midoco inspires you to be more creative and to open your... more

Again, another popular/great browsing spot in the annex.

I love looking at office supplies--maybe it makes me feel as though I will accomplish more if I have a nice pen, or dayplanner, or folder. It's like the unspoken promise that whispers from the aisles-- "buy these things, and you will enjoy working and you will be productive...for a change!"

It's a cool mix of stuff in here, from... more

When I was younger, I had an obsession with stationary. I was that girl with the pencilcase bag full with pens, markers and pencils that I barely used. I would spend hours at Grand and Toy trying all the different pens, and choosing colourful notebooks which I would collect.
As I got older, my pens collection whittled down and I had favourites, but my eyes still opened wide everytime I saw... more

This is a great little art supply store. It's not as hard-core as a Curry's is for art supplies but Midoco has a wider selection of things. Right now they have a bunch of fun St Patrick's Day seasonal items.

The store is under reno which is the only thing stopping me from giving this place 5-stars. Can't wait for the unveiling and to bump this up a star level.

I get all of my shipping tubes... more

Decent variety of art & craft supplies. Lots of interesting things like blank watercolour post cards, toy cameras, etc. I LOVE the giant display of coloured markers and pens! Got to come back and get some of those!

I absolutely love art stores. Back in high school, I had an obsession with Curry's and would constantly go there to buy markers and pens.

My friend introduced midoco to me when we were walking around in the Bloor/Bathurst area and I absolutely fell in love. Not only do they have art supplies, but they have a wide variety of blank books, and even mugs! I bought myself an awesome "MyCuppaCoffee"... more

This place is indispensable. I go here frequently for stuff I need. I'm writing a review now because tonight I was here for stocking stuffers for #xmas #hohoto. Friendly staff. Cool gizmos, art and stationery.

I love Midoco! Have I said how much I love Midoco? If I want wet art supplies like brushes and paint I'll go to Curry's, but since most of my art is writing and drawing Midoco has everything I want. I have never seen so many pens or such a variety of blank books (including some Paperblanks that I haven't seen elsewhere -- take that, Indigo!).

Midoco is a pretty rad shop full of all sorts of art supplies plus office supplies, greeting cards, kids arts & craft kits and some other odds & ends.

They also carry Halloween costumes and seasonal decor items at Christmas time, Easter, Valentines Day etc.

I'm not an artist, so I cannot comment on the pricing, but the rest of the stuff appears to be fairly moderately priced.

I love bringing... more

Midoco saves the day! Since starting school, I've been getting a lot of use out of my beloved Pentel Twist-Erase mechanical pencil. Because I am also a numbskull when it comes to math, I'm constantly erasing. When I went through the last eraser refill for my pencil, I panicked. Where could I find replacements?

I went to four different office supply stores with no luck. I was just about to give... more

Simply an amazing store that has a bit of everything for everyone that needs art/office type supplies. Wonderful staff, if you want it, they'll find it. One of those gems that are a rare find, but once you get it... :)

I've been going to this store recently for odd little things like hand stamps and silver ink Sharpies. One time I actually made the mistake and went to Grand & Toy to find a metal cash box and they had nothing of the sort. Should have just gone straight to Midoco because they never seem to let me down.

I love this little shop. It's one of those places where you seem to find things you never... more

this place is amazing.

they have great stuff and VERY VERY HELPFUL STAFF

I cannot say enough about the staff. I've dealt with so many of them they are always helpful and knowledgeable.

Wonderful store.

Very cool place.

You likey to makea the art? Yes, come here!
You likey to have journal book to write/draw in? Yes, come here!
You likey ice cube trays that look like your grandma's dentures? Yes, come here!
You likey rude cards to send to your loved, and hated, ones? Yes, come here!

You want to spend stupid amount of money on a pen with skulls on it? Yes, come here! BTW, WTF with skulls on... more

I have a bit of a pen obsession. Specifically those German fountain/cartridge pens by Lamy or Sheaffer. I can't buy enough of them and nothing else will do for my handwriting tasks. So when I found myself on a stroll in the Annex I thought I'd stop in to see what kind of stuff (read: more things that I don't really need) they had inside Midico.

I was greeted with an entire aisle of such pens -... more

this spot has an ample supply of different products for the painter, sculptor, draughtsman and artisan in you. they seem to have a bit of everything with a decent supply of many different products. if you want to be sure that you get all that you need in one spot, perhaps your needs might require more specific tools or products, then there inventory is not as extensive as other art stores in... more

Every once in a while I forget I'm an office drone and get the urge to run over to Midoco and satisfy my inner artist. This supply store is not only in a perfect central location, but it carries nearly everything you could need to bring yourself back to your old days hanging out in the art room in high school.

The prices are fair, especially considering they've got a nice tidy corner on the... more

It's rare to find a small art supply shop survive in these days of big box-dom, but Midoco is alive and strong. This location has a young staff of artists each of whom are helpful and knowledgeable on a variety of subjects.

More than once I've overheard them talking to each other about this art show they'll be in or that restaurant that their art will be feature in, and it just warms my heart... more

Every once I'm awhile I convince myself that I could be a painter. When the artistic hankering tugs at me, I head over to Midoco in the Annex to marvel at all the artists tools and talk to the very knowledgeable staff.

They've got everything there! Giant pieces of construction paper, paints in every shade, brushes that would make Bob Ross smile with glee.

I usually don't end up buying paints,... more