The best book, hobby & craft shops in Fort Collins

“Sprawling store showcasing more than 5 million comic books & graphic novels with frequent signings.”

“Local shop selling new, used, rare & collectible books plus conducting searches & hosting events.”

“Part of a local chain, this longstanding indie bookstore has new & used books, plus a newsstand.”

“Branch of a local bookstore chain offering reading material in print, electronic & audio format.”

“Give your kit some love this week. Lodo Drum Guy curates quality used drum kits, snare drums and cymbals plus a growing stash of guitars, basses and amps from names like Yamaha, Ludwig, Zildjian and Bosphorus, including vintage finds… perfect for locals hunting serious tone without torching the budget.”

From the Aurora newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Denver’s coziest yarn nook, LambShoppe, stocks locally dyed skeins plus favorites like Malabrigo, Noro, and Cascade, with Addi and Chiaogoo needles to match. Settle in for open knitting or a class, trade tips with crafty neighbors, then leave plotting your next sweater this week.”

From the Denver newsletter, August 3, 2026

“If band season snuck up on you, Boomer Music Company is our local independent go-to for rentals across band, orchestra and percussion for kids and adults.”

From the Fort Collins newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Store offering a huge selection of vinyl LPs, CDs & cassettes, which supports the local music scene.”

“Locally owned store selling both used and new records, posters, and record players.”

“Retailer selling an extensive selection of art supplies, from paints to paper & portfolios.”

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

“Quirky coffee bar at a game shop where locals may sip brews while playing with some of the products.”

“Specialized retailer and teaching studio featuring yarns, looms, fibers and weaving supplies.”

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

“Family-owned mainstay with an array of materials for home painters including eco-friendly products.”

“Vibrant, mellow store offering a large assortment of yarns, locally made gifts, classes & more.”

“Vast chain outpost offering guitar lessons, plus a range of instruments and gear, with used options.”

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

“Chain of music stores buying, selling & trading instruments, sound equipment & accessories.”

“No-frills retailer & consignment shop selling & buying used guitars, amps & more.”

“This well organized art supply store holds everything from exotic paper to fine writing instruments.”