The best book, hobby & craft shops in Santa Fe County

Need paint, canvas, brushes, or that obscure medium you only use on full moons, Artisan Santa Fe has a 50,000+ supply lineup, artist-staffed advice, and workshops to spark new ideas. Swing by this week, get inspired, then go make a glorious mess.

From the Santa Fe newsletter, August 7, 2026

Because Santa Fe Guitar Gallery pairs boutique guitars with local art, it feels more like creative fuel than a shop. This week, browse curated acoustics and electrics, try pedals from EarthQuaker and JAM, and if your axe needs love, pro setups, repairs, and even lessons keep it humming.

From the Santa Fe newsletter, September 24, 2026

If you're craving color therapy and a friendly nudge to cast on something ambitious, Looking Glass Yarn & Gifts stocks a wide range of yarn, notions, spinning goodies, and books, plus classes, a book club, and monthly events that turn UFOs into FOs.

From the Santa Fe newsletter, October 21, 2026

Beadweaver is the spot when your project needs a nudge from blah to wow, with seed beads, Czech glass, gemstones, fresh water pearls, findings, stringing materials and tools, plus kits, books and pieces by local artists. Drop in this week and leave with inspiration that actually fits on a needle.

From the Santa Fe newsletter, October 28, 2026

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

Skip the mass-produced blah for objects with soul. The Modern Folk Ware Store curates useful, beautifully made ceramics, textiles, wood and glass pieces from local and domestic makers, plus the kind of everyday tools you’ll actually use... and love.

From the Santa Fe newsletter, October 7, 2026

Whether your guitar needs a setup, your kid wants to rock, or you just miss making noise with other humans, The Candyman Strings & Things has New Mexico’s largest selection plus lessons, workshops, repairs, and rentals. Pop in this week, join a class, and get back to making music.

From the Santa Fe newsletter, September 30, 2026

Whether you're plotting a quilt, knitting with plant-based yarns, or finally learning to mend, Hacer Santa Fe is a natural-fiber studio with modern fabrics, linens, yarns, embroidery kits, and trusty tools. The friendly staff, classes, maker groups, and project help make it a place you actually linger.

From the Santa Fe newsletter, October 13, 2026