The best book, hobby & craft shops in Mount Airy

Charis Christian Books and Gifts is a thoughtful stop for Christian books, meaningful gifts, and inspirational home décor. Whether you’re looking for something uplifting to read or a little encouragement to give someone else, it’s nice to have a local shop focused on faith.

From the Mount Airy newsletter, November 9, 2026

The shelves at Pages Books & Coffee rotate from hot-off-the-press bestsellers to local voices, and if they don’t have it, they’ll order it. fm... and yep, voted Carolina’s Finest Independent Bookstore in 2023.

From the Hillsville newsletter, October 31, 2026

Discount chain carrying a wide range of closeout merchandise, including food, housewares & toys.

Whether your bobbin's acting feral or the vacuum sounds like a kazoo, McKinney Sew and Vac is the local fix. Shop quality machines from Brother, Pfaff, Juki, and Husqvarna Viking, join a class, and let their factory-trained techs revive sewing gear and vacs so projects actually happen.

From the Greensboro newsletter, October 14, 2026

Greensboro Music Company dials in one-on-one service, trustworthy repairs, and a deep lineup of guitars, amps, drums, and band instruments so you get exactly what your rig needs this week. They’ll even buy gear when you’re clearing space, which is just the excuse to upgrade.

From the Guilford County newsletter, October 22, 2026

Since 1939, Moore Music Company has been Greensboro’s go-to for instrument rentals, sales, expert repairs, and private lessons, from first trumpets to grown-up guitars. Staffed by real musicians, they stock trusted brands like Yamaha and Buffet Crampon, plus fun extras like a Ukulele Circle and summer camps.

From the Greensboro newsletter, October 8, 2026

Chain music store offering a variety of guitars, amps, drums, and other instruments for sale or rent.

Stitch Point on Friendly has been part of Greensboro’s creative community for over 50 years, with a wide selection of yarn, needlepoint canvases, cross-stitch supplies, patterns, and more.

From the Greensboro newsletter, November 6, 2026

Whether you’re knee-deep in wedding planning or just want your grocery list to look suspiciously fancy, If It’s Paper nails custom invitations, signature stationery, personalized notepads, embossed graphics, and letterpress tags.

From the Guilford County newsletter, October 29, 2026

From sales, repairs, maintenance, and lessons to getting your tone dialed, The Guitar Shop Off Elm Street is where Greensboro players keep their instruments playing right, learn new tricks, and snag the next inspiration so practice actually sounds like music again.

From the Greensboro newsletter, October 4, 2026

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

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

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

If your rig needs inspiration, Moriah Guitars is handcrafting acoustic and electric instruments just down the road in Greensboro since 2010, using tried-and-tested components and decades of know-how. Peek the limited-production K2 for custom-shop quality without the wait, then chat about building your dream.

From the Greensboro newsletter, November 3, 2026

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