The best book, hobby & craft shops in Land O' Lakes

“Part indie bookstore, part record shop, part caffeine pit stop, Mojo Books & Records has been fueling Tampa’s collectors since 2011 with secondhand books, vinyl, CDs, DVDs, and even turntables, plus an easy sell-and-trade setup that keeps the stacks fresh and the coffee breaks justified.”

From the Tampa Bay newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Tampa Fine Arts Academy makes music lessons actually fun, with teachers who keep practice painless and a motivating incentive program, plus options from piano, guitar, drums, voice to violin.”

From the Wesley Chapel newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Whether you’re dusting off a trumpet, hunting a rental for the next school concert, or finally booking those guitar lessons you’ve been talking about since Gasparilla, Paragon Rentals and Music Lessons has you covered with band rentals, lessons, repairs, and an online shop that keeps the music rolling.”

From the Tampa Bay newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Whether you're chasing a 50s Gibson growl, a clean Martin ring, or a custom-color Fender with stories baked in, Redwoods Vintage Guitars keeps fresh, collector and player grade finds rotating weekly in Pasadena. They buy, sell, trade, and help match you to the one.”

From the St. Petersburg newsletter, August 6, 2026

“St. Petersburg’s oldest guitar shop, Mad Music, is packed with new, used, and vintage guitars, basses, amps, and pedals plus ukes, mandolins, and banjos. They’ll clean and restring, rent you the right rig, and even buy your old gear so your tone (and closet) breathe easier.”

From the St. Petersburg newsletter, August 28, 2026

“From art and drawing classes to digital art, Little Artist Club, Minecraft Club, camps, pop-up events, and birthday parties, Art Paper Scissors Land O' Lakes is the go-to spot for hands-on creativity that keeps kids engaged and screen time down, while you sip coffee nearby and pretend this was your plan all along.”

From the Land O' Lakes newsletter, September 16, 2026

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

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

“Whether you're dusting off that high school trumpet or finally giving drums their moment, Koss Music Institute in Lutz pairs private, custom-fit lessons with guidance from a pro who’s played with Blood, Sweat & Tears. In-person or live online, plus on-site instrument rentals and repairs to keep you playing.”

From the Land O' Lakes newsletter, August 17, 2026

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

“Swap screen time for hands-on fun at The Hot Spot Studios Lutz/Wesley Chapel, where you can paint pottery that gets fired dishwasher and microwave safe, pour custom-scented candles, try canvas painting, dabble in mosaics, build gnome or fairy gardens, or even mix up glorious slime with the kids.”

From the Land O' Lakes newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Seven C Music & Coffee is run by veteran St. Pete luthiers with over 100 years of combined experience, offering world-class setups, repairs, and warranty service for Taylor, Martin, Fender Brands, Collings, Waterloo, Guild, Duesenberg and Eastman, plus a proper cup from 7C Coffee.”

From the St. Petersburg newsletter, August 10, 2026

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

“Scraporium is the local spot when your craft table needs a reboot, stocked with paper, ink, stamps, and dies for scrapbooks, handmade cards, and those teacher gifts you start tonight. Swing by for ideas and supplies that turn good intentions into finished pages.”

“E. Shires, Yamaha, B&S, Adams, and Courtois. They do proper instrument fittings and show up at big trombone and trumpet events, so you know they’re legit.”

From the Land O' Lakes newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Hunting for the right upright, baby grand, digital or a slick player piano this week?”

From the Tampa Bay newsletter, August 14, 2026

“Whether you're leveling up your sound or dusting off an old fiddle, Violin Shop Tampa has thoughtfully set up violins, violas, cellos, and basses using a meticulous 10-point checklist.”

From the Tampa Bay newsletter, August 22, 2026

“This week, if your guitar needs CPR, your kid needs a starter clarinet, or you just want to trade up that well-loved uke, Moe'st Everything Muse has new, used, and vintage gear, repairs, lessons, rentals, and even books, plus buy, sell, trade, all from folks who actually play.”

From the Pinellas Park newsletter, September 20, 2026

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

“Chain music store featuring guitars, keyboards, DJ equipment, and other instruments, plus repairs.”

“Masterpiece by Numbers is the St. Pete go-to when you want something relaxing to do and a wall-worthy result, offering detailed paint-by-number kits across animals, landscapes, and holiday scenes, plus custom kits from your own photos. Not in the mood to paint?”

From the St. Petersburg newsletter, September 17, 2026

“If your clarinet's keywork is clicky or flute pads iffy, JH Woodwinds keeps Tampa Bay’s woodwinds singing with pro-level repairs. Authorized Buffet and Muramatsu repair, Straubinger-certified pads, trusted by players from The Florida Orchestra to National Broadway Tours, and they handle student horns too.”

From the Wesley Chapel newsletter, August 12, 2026

“Whether you're kitting out your small biz, refreshing the home office, or hunting a gift that doesn't scream mass-produced, Round Table Creations turns ideas into custom pieces with CNC precision, laser engraving, and clean logo design. Hit them up this week and finally make that inside joke a real thing.”

From the Land O' Lakes newsletter, September 7, 2026