The best book, hobby & craft shops in Waterloo

3 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 · 3 places · showing the latest additions first

Tenor Madness

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Tenor Madness is the local go-to for sax and clarinet players, building TM Custom tenors by hand in Iowa and performing meticulous TM Pro…

2855 Deere Rd

“Tenor Madness is the local go-to for sax and clarinet players, building TM Custom tenors by hand in Iowa and performing meticulous TM Pro overhauls and setups. Swing by for reeds, mouthpieces, and expert tweaks that make your horn respond faster and sound bigger this week.”

From the Waterloo newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

2711 Crossroads Blvd

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

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West Music Cedar Falls

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Family-owned business selling an in-store selection of instruments, from guitars and drums to keyboards and band equipment, as well as…

6322 University Ave (Cedar Falls)

“Family-owned business selling an in-store selection of instruments, from guitars and drums to keyboards and band equipment, as well as lessons, repairs and rentals.”

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