The best book, hobby & craft shops in Gastonia

16 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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Harper and Skyler's Toys and Sweets

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

When birthdays sneak up or cabin fever hits, Harper and Skyler's Toys and Sweets saves the day with Lego, sensory toys, puzzles, and a…

4317b Park Rd (Charlotte)

“When birthdays sneak up or cabin fever hits, Harper and Skyler's Toys and Sweets saves the day with Lego, sensory toys, puzzles, and a candy shop packed with pick-n-mix and freeze dried treats. Sports fans can snag NFL, NBA, and MLB mystery boxes or team sets, including Panthers and Hornets.”

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 3, 2026

Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.

4209 Park Rd (Charlotte)

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Park Road Shopping Center, 4337 Park Rd (Charlotte)

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

Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

8813 JW Clay Blvd, Village Shopping Center Dr A (Charlotte)

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

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Back in Time Collectibles

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Nostalgic store carrying vintage toys (Power Rangers, Transformers) alongside games, comics and movies.

194 S South St

“Nostalgic store carrying vintage toys (Power Rangers, Transformers) alongside games, comics and movies.”

Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Perimeter Woods Shopping Center, 10239 Perimeter Pkwy (Charlotte)

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

Charlotte Yarn

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Warm yarn shop (knitters welcome!) offering a wide selection of colors, weights and types of yarn.

1235 East Blvd D (Charlotte)

“) offering a wide selection of colors, weights and types of yarn.”

Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Guitar shop with an extensive inventory of new and used instruments and accessories.

8813 JW Clay Blvd A (Charlotte)

“Guitar shop with an extensive inventory of new and used instruments and accessories.”

Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

8150 Ikea Blvd Ste. 30 (Charlotte)

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

Gold Tone Workshop

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

New and used musical instruments, including guitars and amps, as well as repair services.

2615 Central Ave A (Charlotte)

“New and used musical instruments, including guitars and amps, as well as repair services.”

Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

The Arboretum Shopping Center, 8120 Providence Rd (Charlotte)

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

Just Sew Happy

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Shop for fabrics, sewing machines and quilting supplies. Also features classes.

3826 S New Hope Rd Ste 7

“Shop for fabrics, sewing machines and quilting supplies. Also features classes.”

Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.

8046 Providence Rd C (Charlotte)

“Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.”

Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

2135 E Franklin Blvd

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

Midwood Guitar Studio

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Upscale store selling new and vintage electric and acoustic guitars as well as bass rigs and amps, plus effects pedals. It also has an…

1517 Central Ave (Charlotte)

“Upscale store selling new and vintage electric and acoustic guitars as well as bass rigs and amps, plus effects pedals. It also has an on-site luthier for guitar repairs.”

Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

2916 E Franklin Blvd

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

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