The best book, hobby & craft shops in Kootenai County

Part indie bookstore, part bistro, and part community venue, Kindred & Co is the kind of place you wander into for a chapter, stay for something tasty, then end up chatting with neighbors about what to read or celebrate next. Perfect for a midweek escape or a low-key gathering close to home.

From the Post Falls newsletter, September 10, 2026

NW Music is Idaho's largest music store with over 14,000 instruments, accessories, music books, and gifts, plus top brands like Taylor, Martin, Yamaha, Fender, Ibanez, Ludwig, and Tama. Tap their lessons, band and orchestra rentals, and instrument repair this week, so your gear and chops both level up.

From the Coeur d'Alene newsletter, October 18, 2026

Been craving a low-stress creative reset? Hands to Art is a paint-your-own pottery studio in Coeur d’Alene with a great selection of pieces and glazes, friendly guidance, and options for walk-ins, reservations, parties, or stoneware classes. Leave with a one-of-a-kind keepsake and calmer brain cells.

From the Coeur d'Alene newsletter, October 23, 2026

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

Skip the doomscrolling and pick up a brush, hook, or needles instead. All Things Art CdA runs welcoming classes for watercolor, drawing, oil and acrylic, plus knitting, crochet, sewing, and quilting, with expert guidance from Penny and Sue and high-quality art supplies and specialty yarns that actually behave.

From the Coeur d'Alene newsletter, October 9, 2026