The best book, hobby & craft shops in Petaluma

16 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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Real Guitars

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Real Guitars, San Francisco's oldest guitar shop, keeps a killer rotation of used and vintage guitars, amps, and pedals, plus on-site…

15 Lafayette St (San Francisco)

“Real Guitars, San Francisco's oldest guitar shop, keeps a killer rotation of used and vintage guitars, amps, and pedals, plus on-site repair for setups, refrets, and pickups. When your Hayward rig needs mojo, check their inventory and pounce before the good stuff vanishes.”

From the Hayward newsletter, August 6, 2026

Union Music Company

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Since 1922, Union Music Company has stocked an extensive lineup of new and used band and orchestra instruments for beginners and pros, plus…

1710 Market St (San Francisco)

“Since 1922, Union Music Company has stocked an extensive lineup of new and used band and orchestra instruments for beginners and pros, plus a deep sheet music selection and private lesson studios with independent teachers.”

From the San Mateo newsletter, August 7, 2026

Just For Fun & Scribbledoodles / Artsake

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Just For Fun & Scribbledoodles / Artsake dishes out a whimsical stash of playthings plus family friendly events like Magic: The Gathering,…

3982 24th St (San Francisco)

“Just For Fun & Scribbledoodles / Artsake dishes out a whimsical stash of playthings plus family friendly events like Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon play, and a Kids Art Club. Swing by when your routine needs sparkle, then let their rewards program quietly pay you back for being fun.”

From the Richmond newsletter, August 6, 2026

Guitar Solo

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Veteran store (1974) for guitar aficionados, offering acoustic guitars & their kin, music & strings.

230 Townsend Street between 3rd &, 4th St (San Francisco)

“Veteran store (1974) for guitar aficionados, offering acoustic guitars & their kin, music & strings.”

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain selling guitars and other musical instruments. Customers can try out the gear.

1645 Van Ness Ave (San Francisco)

“Chain selling guitars and other musical instruments. Customers can try out the gear.”

Mission Synths

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Analog electronic-music shop selling modular synths, drum machines, effects pedals and sequencers.

3026 24th St (San Francisco)

“Analog electronic-music shop selling modular synths, drum machines, effects pedals and sequencers.”

Sunset Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

One-stop music shop since 1948 for record needles & sheet music to instrument rentals & lessons.

2311 Irving St (San Francisco)

“One-stop music shop since 1948 for record needles & sheet music to instrument rentals & lessons.”

Arch Art Supplies

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Landmark spot featuring a wide range of tools & supplies for artists, architects & designers.

1490 17th St (San Francisco)

“Landmark spot featuring a wide range of tools & supplies for artists, architects & designers.”

ROBOTSPEAk

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Classic music shop stocking audio gear for the computer-based home & project studio, plus classes.

589 Haight St (San Francisco)

“Classic music shop stocking audio gear for the computer-based home & project studio, plus classes.”

Mendels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Long-standing shop provides a variety of fabrics, notions & art supplies, plus costume accessories.

1556 Haight St (San Francisco)

“Long-standing shop provides a variety of fabrics, notions & art supplies, plus costume accessories.”

Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Center, 2775 Santa Rosa Ave (Santa Rosa)

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

Loud and Clear Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Store stocking guitars and other musical instruments, along with guitar repairs.

8000 Old Redwood Hwy (Cotati)

“Store stocking guitars and other musical instruments, along with guitar repairs.”

FLAX art & design

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Long-running store offering a wide selection of fine art materials, stationery, and gifts.

Fort Mason Center, 2 Marina Blvd Center, Bldg D (San Francisco)

“Long-running store offering a wide selection of fine art materials, stationery, and gifts.”

Art and Craft Workshops

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Workshop for creating Turkish mosaic lamps and tufted rugs, plus coffee and snacks.

360 Ritch St Ste 205 (San Francisco)

“Workshop for creating Turkish mosaic lamps and tufted rugs, plus coffee and snacks.”

Amoeba Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Indie music lovers' hangout for free live shows & an eclectic stock of new releases & vintage hits.

1855 Haight St (San Francisco)

“Indie music lovers' hangout for free live shows & an eclectic stock of new releases & vintage hits.”

Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Redwood Gateway Retail Center, 1359 N McDowell Blvd

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

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