The best book, hobby & craft shops in Hickory

18 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 · 18 places · showing the latest additions first

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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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.”

Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Valley Corners Shopping Center, 2195 US Hwy 70 SE

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

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.”

L A Guitar Factory aka Tela Guitar

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

When your favorite six-string needs TLC or you’re itching to create something wild, L A Guitar Factory aka Tela Guitar has you covered with…

8125 Old Concord Rd D (Charlotte)

“When your favorite six-string needs TLC or you’re itching to create something wild, L A Guitar Factory aka Tela Guitar has you covered with pro repairs, quality parts, string instruments, and even a luthier school for building, repair, and maintenance that turns tinkering into craft.”

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 13, 2026

Gold Tone Workshop

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Charlotte players, Gold Tone Workshop in Plaza Midwood is the boutique spot for guitar and amp repair, from crisp setups and fretwork to…

2615 Central Ave A (Charlotte)

“Charlotte players, Gold Tone Workshop in Plaza Midwood is the boutique spot for guitar and amp repair, from crisp setups and fretwork to amp tune-ups, pedal mods and speaker fixes. They also hunt down and sell guitars and vintage gear, all to keep working musicians sounding sharp.”

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 19, 2026

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).”

Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

1620 8th St Dr SE

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

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.”

Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain music store offering guitars, amps, keyboards, and other instruments, plus lessons.

1718 US Hwy 70 SE Suite 101

“Chain music store offering guitars, amps, keyboards, and other instruments, plus lessons.”

Midwood Guitar Studio

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Midwood Guitar Studio is a NAMM-recognized hang for carefully curated electrics, acoustics, bass rigs, and boutique amps from Collings,…

1517 Central Ave (Charlotte)

“Midwood Guitar Studio is a NAMM-recognized hang for carefully curated electrics, acoustics, bass rigs, and boutique amps from Collings, Fender Custom Shop, Gibson Custom, PRS, Suhr, Two-Rock and more. They also handle pro guitar repairs, so your main axe stays gig ready.”

From the Charlotte newsletter, August 27, 2026

Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

2173 13th Ave Dr SE

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

Wildskeins Yarn Company

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Resource for knitters and crocheters featuring yarns and accessories.

123 2nd Ave NE

“Resource for knitters and crocheters featuring yarns and accessories.”

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