The best book, hobby & craft shops in Athens

“This week, give your next project fresh spark with gently used paints, yarn, paper, and delightfully random maker finds at ScrapTucker, Scraplanta’s art supply reuse shop. It’s affordable, creative chaos in the best way, and every haul keeps good stuff out of the landfill which feels pretty great.”

From the Atlanta newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Big House Guitars is where you find the next great axe, get full-service repairs that make your current one sing, and then disappear into Rat Room Records’ massive, curated vinyl stash. Bonus points for those soundproof rehearsal rooms when the band needs to lock in this week.”

From the North ATL newsletter, August 6, 2026

“When your rig needs a glow-up, Musician's Warehouse hooks you up with pro audio, amps, effects, drums, keys, and a wall of guitars from Fender, Gretsch, Martin, Yamaha, and more, plus over 25 years of Athens know-how to match you with the right gear.”

From the Athens newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Need a little creative kick this week? K. A.”

From the Athens newsletter, August 5, 2026

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

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

“Guitar, drum & musical instrument sales & repairs, plus PA rentals & an on-site recording studio.”

“Relaxed new & used music shop including hard-to-find recordings, plus comic books & music magazines.”

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

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

“Comic-book, CD, cassette and poster retailer with vinyl and record player sections. Friendly staff and helpful service.”

“Specialist for new & used guitars, plus banjos, ukeleles & mandolins, with accessories & lessons.”