For a stationery shop Punggol students can reach after school, POPULAR at Waterway Point (#B1-09) and Oasis Terraces (#03-15/16) covers books, pens and files. DAISO at Punggol Coast Mall and Northshore Plaza II is listed until 10pm for craft basics. For proper art materials, go to Art Friend at Plaza Singapura.
The night before a school project is due, it really helps to know whose shutters are still up.
This page is part of eduKate Punggol’s Essential Information for Punggol, our quick answers and where-to-go lists for everyday life in Punggol. It lists the bookshops, stationery shops and craft-basics stores in and around Punggol, then the nearest specialist shops for paints, brushes, canvases and fabric. Booklists and back-to-school runs have their own guides, linked below.
Quick answer
- Books and stationery: POPULAR Bookstore at Waterway Point (#B1-09, West Wing) and Oasis Terraces (#03-15/16).
- Craft basics until late: DAISO at Punggol Coast Mall and at Northshore Plaza II, both listed daily 10am–10pm.
- Notebooks and neat pens: MUJI at Punggol Coast Mall and Schon Collection at Punggol Plaza.
- Specialist art supplies: we found no specialist art shop in Punggol. Art Friend and Spotlight are both at Plaza Singapura, straight down the North East Line at Dhoby Ghaut.
- No longer at Waterway Point: Times Bookstores (now Timezone) and Daiso, which shoppers report has closed (POPULAR now uses its unit).
Bookshops and Stationery Shops in Punggol and Nearby
Inside Punggol, you will find general bookshops, budget craft basics and a few small stationery shops. The specialist art and craft stores are in town. The table starts in Punggol and works outwards.
| Shop | Address and nearest station | Hours (checked October 2026) | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| POPULAR Bookstore, Waterway Point | 83 Punggol Central, #B1-09 (West Wing), Singapore 828761. Punggol MRT/LRT. | Listed Mon–Fri 11am–9pm, Sat–Sun 10.30am–9.30pm (check live). | Story books, assessment books and stationery. Tel 6342 0027. |
| POPULAR Bookstore, Oasis Terraces | 681 Punggol Drive, #03-15/16, Singapore 820681. Oasis LRT. | Listed Mon–Fri 11am–9pm, Sat–Sun 10.30am–9.30pm (check live). | Shoppers mention canvases and craft items for school projects. Tel 6236 0192. |
| DAISO, Punggol Coast Mall | 88 Punggol Way, #02-112/113/114, Singapore 829913. Punggol Coast MRT. | Listed daily 10am–10pm (check live). | Stationery, craft basics and party props. Tel 6423 9369. |
| DAISO, Northshore Plaza II | 418 Northshore Drive, #01-13/14, Singapore 820418. Punggol West LRT loop (check your stop). | Listed daily 10am–10pm (check live). | The same basics on the Northshore side. Tel 6513 6845. |
| MUJI, Punggol Coast Mall | #01-53/54/55, Punggol Coast Mall. Punggol Coast MRT. | Listed daily 11am–9pm (check live). | Notebooks, pens and other stationery. Tel 6908 4136. |
| Schon Collection, Punggol Plaza | 168 Punggol Field, #02-05, Singapore 820168. Coral Edge LRT. | Listed daily 9.30am–9.15pm (check live). | Stationery, notebooks and cards. Tel 6242 3763. |
| New Touch Book & Stationery Station | Blk 196A Punggol Field, #02-519, Singapore 821196. | Listed Mon–Fri 11am–7pm, Sat 11am–5pm, closed Sun (check live). | A neighbourhood stationery shop that is also a parcel drop-off point. Tel 6315 0791. |
| Sengkang Books & Stationeries, Rivervale Plaza | 118 Rivervale Drive, #02-08, Singapore 540118. | Listed daily 9.30am–9pm (check live). | Stationery, plus photocopying and printing. Tel 6388 9341. |
| Smiggle, Compass One | 1 Sengkang Square, #01-16, Singapore 545078. Sengkang MRT/LRT. | Listed daily 11am–9.30pm (check live). | Children’s stationery, school bags and bottles. Tel 6385 9115. |
| MR. DIY, The Seletar Mall | 33 Sengkang West Avenue, #02-25 to #02-28, Singapore 797653. Fernvale LRT. | Listed daily 10am–10pm (check live). | Stationery, craft and hardware basics in one shop. |
| Art Friend, Plaza Singapura | 68 Orchard Road, #B1-10/13, Singapore 238839. Dhoby Ghaut MRT. | Listed daily 10.30am–9pm (check live). | Specialist art and craft supplies. Tel 6336 1120. |
| Art Friend, Bras Basah Complex | 231 Bain Street, #03-33, Singapore 180231. Bras Basah MRT. | Listed daily 10am–7.30pm (check live). | A second Art Friend outlet. Phone numbers differ between listings, so check live. |
| Spotlight, Plaza Singapura | 68 Orchard Road, #05-11/19, Singapore 238839. Dhoby Ghaut MRT. | Listed daily 10am–10pm (check live). | Craft, fabric, sewing, art and party supplies. Tel 6733 9808. Store page. |
Hours checked October 2026 — confirm on the official page before you go. Almost every detail above comes from map and mall listings, so check live before a special trip. For POPULAR’s latest hours, use its store locator. Art Friend’s own location page is several years out of date, so phone the outlet rather than relying on it.
Which Stationery Shop in Punggol Fits the Job
Tomorrow’s school project
Try POPULAR first for paper, glue and markers. If it is already past 9pm, the two DAISO shops are listed until 10pm. Pick the one nearest home rather than crossing Punggol.
Real art materials
For oils, acrylics, watercolours, Chinese brushes or an easel, go to Art Friend. The Plaza Singapura outlet is at Dhoby Ghaut on the North East Line, so there is no change of train from Punggol.
Sewing, felt and party crafts
Spotlight sells fabric, sewing and party supplies, and it is in the same mall as Art Friend. One trip to Plaza Singapura covers both.
Notebooks and a nice pen
MUJI at Punggol Coast Mall and Schon Collection at Punggol Plaza are good for tidy everyday stationery. For younger children who like bright colours, Smiggle is at Compass One.
Printing or photocopying
Sengkang Books & Stationeries at Rivervale Plaza offers photocopying and printing. For more places, see our printing and photocopying guide.
Art lessons rather than art supplies
This page sticks to shops. Classes are covered in our separate creative things to do guide and our guide to art classes at SAFRA Punggol.
How to Do a Last-Minute Project Run
- Read the task together. Write down the exact size of board, the number of sheets and any colours the teacher asked for.
- Raid the cupboard first. Half-used glue sticks and spare card often cover more than you think.
- Check the time. POPULAR’s listed weekday closing is 9pm. DAISO is listed until 10pm.
- Go to the nearest shop. Waterway Point, Oasis Terraces, Punggol Coast Mall and Northshore Plaza II each have something.
- Buy one spare of the fiddly item. An extra sheet of card costs less than a second trip at 9.45pm.
- Keep a project box. Put the leftovers in one box at home, so the next project starts from the cupboard, not the shop.
What to Bring
- A photo of the instruction sheet or booklist on your phone.
- Measurements, if the project has a fixed size.
- A large bag or folder to keep chart paper and card dry in the rain.
- Your child, if possible. They know what the teacher actually meant.
Costs and Spending Sensibly
We have not quoted prices, as they vary by brand and promotion. As a rule of thumb, buy everyday basics from the budget shops. Save your money for the specialist items that really matter, such as good brushes or paper for a serious art student.
For children just starting out in painting or drawing, a small set is enough to find out whether the interest lasts. You can always upgrade at Art Friend later.
Neighbour’s Tips for Stationery Shopping in Punggol
- Daiso at Waterway Point has reportedly closed. Its old B1 unit in the West Wing is now listed as POPULAR. For Daiso, try Punggol Coast Mall or Northshore Plaza II.
- Times Bookstores has gone too. Its old Level 2 space is now Timezone, so do not go upstairs looking for books.
- Make it one trip to town. Art Friend and Spotlight are both in Plaza Singapura. Write one list for both shops.
- Seal parcels at home. Neighbourhood stationery shops that double as parcel points may ask for sealed parcels, and the queue moves faster when yours is ready.
- Ring ahead for a special trip. Stock and hours vary from outlet to outlet, and a quick call saves a wasted journey.
- Let older children run the errand. Our student errands guide shows how to build that independence safely.
If It’s Late at Night
We found no 24-hour stationery shop in Punggol. The latest listed closing times are DAISO’s 10pm at Punggol Coast Mall and Northshore Plaza II. After that, improvise with what is at home, and have a calm word with the teacher the next morning. A neat, honest effort usually goes down better than a frantic one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an art supply shop in Punggol?
We found no specialist one. POPULAR and DAISO sell basics in Punggol, and so does MR. DIY at The Seletar Mall in Sengkang. For specialist materials, Art Friend at Plaza Singapura is a direct North East Line ride from Punggol to Dhoby Ghaut.
Which stationery shop in Punggol closes latest?
The two DAISO shops, at Punggol Coast Mall and Northshore Plaza II, are listed until 10pm daily. Check live before you rush out.
Is Daiso at Waterway Point still open?
Shoppers report that it has closed and that POPULAR Bookstore, which opened at Waterway Point in May 2025, now uses the same unit (#B1-09). For Daiso, try Punggol Coast Mall or Northshore Plaza II (check live).
Where can I buy assessment books in Punggol?
POPULAR says its Waterway Point store sells assessment books, story books and stationery. The Oasis Terraces branch is another option. For the books your school actually requires, see our school booklist guide.
How do I get to Art Friend from Punggol?
Take the North East Line from Punggol to Dhoby Ghaut and go into Plaza Singapura. Art Friend is listed at #B1-10/13 and Spotlight at #05-11/19.
More Help on eduKate Punggol
- Back-to-school shopping in Punggol: the start-of-year run.
- Find the correct school booklist
- Student errands: stationery, printing and library returns.
- Creative things to do in Punggol and art classes at SAFRA Punggol: classes and making.
- Punggol school materials system: keeping supplies organised at home.
- Build a miniature Punggol town: a craft project for the leftovers.
- Official: POPULAR store locator · Spotlight Plaza Singapura
Pens, Paper and Paint, Close to Home
Punggol handles the everyday well: POPULAR for books and school basics, DAISO for late craft runs, and small shops for a nice notebook. For the serious paints and brushes, one direct train ride to Dhoby Ghaut does the trick. Keep a project box at home, and the 9pm panic becomes a thing of the past.
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Checked October 2026. Addresses, opening hours, fees and rules change, so please confirm with the official source before you go.
