The best book, hobby & craft shops in St. Cloud

8 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 · 8 places · showing the latest additions first

Moon Palace Books

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Independent bookshop with a broad collection & warm vibe, plus a compact cafe with takeout.

3032 Minnehaha Ave (Minneapolis)

“Independent bookshop with a broad collection & warm vibe, plus a compact cafe with takeout.”

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Comma, a bookshop

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Cozy and clean bookstore with an inviting atmosphere, presenting a curated range of old favorites, new releases and classics.

4250 Upton Ave S (Minneapolis)

“Cozy and clean bookstore with an inviting atmosphere, presenting a curated range of old favorites, new releases and classics.”

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Bonnie's Spinning Wheel - Minnesota Yarn Store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Since 1972, Bonnie's Spinning Wheel has backed St. Cloud makers with the largest selection of quality yarns in Minnesota plus a deep lineup…

16 21st Ave S (St Cloud)

“Since 1972, Bonnie's Spinning Wheel has backed St. Cloud makers with the largest selection of quality yarns in Minnesota plus a deep lineup of needles, patterns, books, gadgets and accessories for every skill level.”

From the St. Cloud newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Rocktown Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Down-to-earth, guitar retailer carrying new and used gear. Also featuring lessons and repair work.

305 3rd St NE (Waite Park)

“Down-to-earth, guitar retailer carrying new and used gear. Also featuring lessons and repair work.”

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

375 2nd St S (Waite Park)

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

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Bridge of Harmony

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retailer, as well as a repair shop and instruction center, with a large selection of standard gear, from strings and drum kits to guitar…

1701 W St Germain St (St Cloud)

“Retailer, as well as a repair shop and instruction center, with a large selection of standard gear, from strings and drum kits to guitar amps.”

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Al Asmus Band Instruments

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Music store selling new and used instruments, as well as offering rentals and repairs.

1600 W St Germain St (St Cloud)

“Music store selling new and used instruments, as well as offering rentals and repairs.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Best Buy Plaza, 4150 W Division St (St Cloud)

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

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