The best book, hobby & craft shops in Johnston County

6 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 · 6 places · showing the latest additions first

Love Of Paper Crafts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

When you need a quick creativity fix this week, Love Of Paper Crafts has DIY card kits, pre-made cards, matted images, sentiments, and die…

2425 Creech's Mill Rd (Smithfield)

“When you need a quick creativity fix this week, Love Of Paper Crafts has DIY card kits, pre-made cards, matted images, sentiments, and die cuts covering birthdays, holidays, sympathy, and more, so you can crank out something heartfelt or hilariously cheeky without drowning in glitter cleanup.”

From the Goldsboro newsletter, August 3, 2026

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R/C Hobby Nook

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether you're building your first rig or fine-tuning a speed demon, Smithfield's R/C Hobby Nook hooks you up with premium RC cars, parts…

150 S Equity Dr Ste D (Smithfield)

“Whether you're building your first rig or fine-tuning a speed demon, Smithfield's R/C Hobby Nook hooks you up with premium RC cars, parts galore, and genuinely helpful guidance. Swing by for Mini-Z racing, HO slot car Fridays, crawling comps, and Sunday drifting, then hang with a community that actually shares tips.”

From the Johnston County newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Glitter Fetish

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

If your tumbler or resin project needs extra sparkle, Glitter Fetish is a veteran-owned craft haven with chunky to microfine glitters, UV…

7049 Cornwallis Rd (Garner)

“If your tumbler or resin project needs extra sparkle, Glitter Fetish is a veteran-owned craft haven with chunky to microfine glitters, UV and glow mixes, mica powders, crushed glass, rhinestones, and fun shapes.”

From the Garner newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Alexeas Guitars

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Musician known for repairing and building guitars and other stringed instruments.

101 Bradford Cir (Clayton)

“Musician known for repairing and building guitars and other stringed instruments.”

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Hot Topic

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Teen-oriented chain known for rock/pop-culture-inspired T-shirts, plus accessories & body jewelry.

1025 Outlet Center Dr Ste 440 (Smithfield)

“Teen-oriented chain known for rock/pop-culture-inspired T-shirts, plus accessories & body jewelry.”

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Go Stick It Vinyl

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Vinyl, T-shirts and blanks including jewelry, for DIYers and crafters.

106 Bratton Dr Ste 13 (Garner)

“Vinyl, T-shirts and blanks including jewelry, for DIYers and crafters.”

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