The best book, hobby & craft shops in Meridian

9 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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The Book Lounge

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

The Book Lounge is a cozy, fiction-first retreat pairing curated YA-to-adult shelves with local wine, craft beer, coffee, tea, mocktails,…

33 E Idaho Ave Unit 120

“The Book Lounge is a cozy, fiction-first retreat pairing curated YA-to-adult shelves with local wine, craft beer, coffee, tea, mocktails, and light bites. Slide into a comfy seat, bring the book club, and try their fun genre drink pairings for an easy midweek escape that actually feels like one.”

From the Meridian newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Cooks & Books

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether your week needs a new recipe or a new read, Cooks & Books blends hands-on cooking classes for kids, teens, and grown-ups with a…

2951 E Overland Rd Ste. 110

“Whether your week needs a new recipe or a new read, Cooks & Books blends hands-on cooking classes for kids, teens, and grown-ups with a curated bookshop of cookbooks, wellness picks, and fiction. Book a date night, teen night, or baking club this week, then snag a title for dessert.”

From the Meridian newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Dunkley Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Music store featuring pianos, band, and orchestra instruments, plus lessons and repairs.

3410 N Eagle Rd

“Music store featuring pianos, band, and orchestra instruments, plus lessons and repairs.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

The Village at Meridian, 2310 N Eagle Rd

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

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Craft Warehouse

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retailer with a range of craft supplies, plus picture frames & other decor items.

1160 N Eagle Rd

“Retailer with a range of craft supplies, plus picture frames & other decor items.”

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Welch Music Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Get your fall band game sorted or finally commit to those piano dreams. Welch Music Center rents and repairs instruments, stocks Yamaha and…

12516 Fairview Ave (Boise) · ✓ checked Aug 5

“Get your fall band game sorted or finally commit to those piano dreams. Welch Music Center rents and repairs instruments, stocks Yamaha and Pearl River pianos, guitars, and sheet music, and even has a recital hall plus expert piano tuning and moving, a Treasure Valley staple since 1976.”

From the Boise newsletter, August 13, 2026

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CraftCuts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

CraftCuts turns your ideas into custom letters, shapes and stencils in wood, metal, foam, acrylic and more, ideal for a home refresh or…

2835 E Lanark St Ste 100

“CraftCuts turns your ideas into custom letters, shapes and stencils in wood, metal, foam, acrylic and more, ideal for a home refresh or that party you somehow agreed to host this week. From floating foam letters to personalized wall signs and cake toppers, they make pieces that actually look custom, not crafty.”

From the Meridian newsletter, August 28, 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.

3547 N Eagle Rd

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

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Blue Rider Music & Instrument Repair

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether your sax is squeaky or your kid just joined band, Blue Rider Music & Instrument Repair focuses on brass and woodwind rentals,…

595 W Ustick Rd

“Whether your sax is squeaky or your kid just joined band, Blue Rider Music & Instrument Repair focuses on brass and woodwind rentals, sales, expert repairs, and tutorials for cleaning and maintenance.”

From the Meridian newsletter, September 9, 2026

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