The best book, hobby & craft shops in Coachella Valley

7 book, hobby & craft shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Hobbies, Books, & Crafts · 7 places · showing the latest additions first

Music Heals Inc.

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Music Heals Inc. is the Palm Springs nonprofit turning music into community fuel, offering inclusive lessons for all abilities and guiding…

280 N Palm Canyon Dr (Palm Springs)

“Music Heals Inc. is the Palm Springs nonprofit turning music into community fuel, offering inclusive lessons for all abilities and guiding students from rhythm basics to songwriting.”

From the Cathedral City newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Flat Black Art Supply

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Flat Black Art Supply started as Pete Salcido’s urban art shop and grew into a gallery-powered hub where you can grab aerosol essentials,…

72840 CA-111 #108C (Palm Desert)

“Flat Black Art Supply started as Pete Salcido’s urban art shop and grew into a gallery-powered hub where you can grab aerosol essentials, catch shows from emerging Coachella Valley artists, or even book a street-style mural or logo design for your space this week. Go make something loud.”

From the Palm Desert newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Coachella valley craft

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Coachella Valley Craft brings DIY workshops to you, so round up the crew this week for tote bags, charcuterie boards, welcome mats and…

74857 Sheryl Ave (Palm Desert)

“Coachella Valley Craft brings DIY workshops to you, so round up the crew this week for tote bags, charcuterie boards, welcome mats and signs, plus kid-friendly projects. No experience necessary, just show up to a class or host your own and leave with something you’ll actually want to display.”

From the Palm Desert newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Just Fabulous Palm Springs

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Funky shop carrying palm trees, novelty, art, t-shirts and greeting cards, plus home goods and books.

515 N Palm Canyon Dr Ste A4 (Palm Springs)

“Funky shop carrying palm trees, novelty, art, t-shirts and greeting cards, plus home goods and books.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Town Center Plaza, 44-150 Town Center Way Ste B-3 (Palm Desert)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).

Smoke Tree Commons Shopping Center, 2465 E Palm Canyon Dr Bldg 3 (Palm Springs)

“Chain retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.

42370 Bob Hope Dr (Rancho Mirage)

“Chain carrying a variety of arts & crafts materials, plus party supplies, fabric & home-decor items.”

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