Soluvio B.V. — Eindhoven's Home for Makers
Getting dependable craft and art supplies into the hands of Eindhoven's hobbyists is what we love doing. From bold paints to fine knitting materials, we've gathered everything you need to turn your creative ideas into something real.
The Start of soluvio B.V.
We didn't begin as a store. We began as artists and makers ourselves. Back in 2019, a handful of us were spread across Eindhoven — painters fed up with thin supply choices, knitters hunting for decent yarns, DIY fans after the real thing. Our weekends went to combing through shops, ordering from far off, and making do with less than we truly wanted.
That's when the obvious hit us: Eindhoven deserved more. The city brims with creative energy, yet the supply side just wasn't there. So we set out to build it. We teamed up with makers we trust, visited studios and workshops across Europe, and chose every item on our shelves by hand. It was never about shifting product — it's about grasping what creators genuinely need.
These days, soluvio B.V. is far more than our livelihood. It's grown into a meeting place for the creative scene here. We've put on workshops, championed local artists, and built ties with hundreds of hobbyists who've made wonderful things from materials off our shelves. That means more to us than any stock figure ever could.
Where We Focus
We concentrate on three core areas, each put together with real care for quality and ease of use.
Pro-Grade Paints & Mediums
Acrylics, oils, watercolors — the brands committed painters rely on. We carry Winsor & Newton, Liquitex, and up-and-coming makers. Not every paint line out there, only the ones that truly deliver.
Fine Yarn & Textiles
Merino, alpaca, cotton blends — fibers that just feel right to work with. We partner with spinners and mills that take sustainability and quality seriously. From fingering weight to chunky, the range is all here.
DIY & Mixed Media
Illustration papers, mixed media pads, tools for building things. Whether your work is large installations or fine drawings, we carry materials for dedicated makers who won't settle.
Drawing & Sketching Gear
Pencils, charcoal, pastels, fine-tip markers. From student sets to professional kits. We know that sketching is where most creative work takes its first steps.
What We Stock
Painting Gear
Canvas, brushes, palettes, solvents. Every category reflects real artist feedback on what actually works.
Knitting & Crochet Tools
Needles, hooks, stitch markers, patterns. We try everything out ourselves before it earns a spot on the shelf.
Crafting Tools
Cutting mats, rulers, adhesives, sculpting tools. Solid hardware lifts the result of every project.
Why Makers Pick soluvio B.V.
We're no faceless supply warehouse. Here's what genuinely sets us apart.
A Curated Range
We don't carry everything — we carry what works. Every item has been tried by someone on our team or vouched for by artists we respect. That leaves you fewer options, but better ones.
Local Know-How
We're part of the fabric of Eindhoven's creative scene. We know what local hobbyists actually make, the hurdles they hit, and what gets them excited. That informs everything we do.
Genuine Expertise
Our team counts painters, knitters, sculptors, and makers among it. We don't just sell supplies — we understand how you'll put them to use. That shapes how we help.
Responsible Sourcing
We choose suppliers who take environmental impact seriously. Not every brand qualifies, but for the ones we partner with, it's something we won't budge on.
The Creative Community Around Us
Soluvio B.V. is now far more than a shop. We've run workshops where local artists pass on their techniques. We've backed exhibitions of work created with our materials. We've introduced hobbyists who'd never met, and now they're collaborating on projects together.
Here's the thing about creative communities — they flourish when someone truly invests in them. We're not merely selling; we're building. Every chat at our counter, every workshop we host, every suggestion we offer — it all feeds into something larger.
A Quick Note
Everything on this website is offered for general guidance only. The products we recommend and suggest reflect our own experience and know-how within the craft and art supply world. How your creative work turns out rests on many things, including your skill, technique, practice, and how you apply the materials. We urge every customer to follow the manufacturer's instructions and safety advice for all materials. Outcomes and how happy you are with a product can differ based on personal taste, intended use, and creative approach. Vortex Digital B.V. makes no claims or guarantees about the specific results of using any recommended materials.