The best book, hobby & craft shops in Hillsboro

“Lego dealer offering new & used construction sets, plus rare figurines & a bulk table for parts.”

“Bulk Bookstore makes it painless for Tigard teachers, librarians, and team leads to order 25+ copies of the same book from a 3-million-title catalog, with real book specialists on standby. Classroom sets, book clubs, trainings... consider your next big read handled.”

From the Portland newsletter, August 21, 2026

“Books with Pictures is the cheerful, aggressively inclusive, woman-owned comics and graphic-novel shop Portland deserves, with kid-friendly vibes and shelves that spotlight creators across the spectrum.”

From the Portland newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Need a fresh stack of board games, shiny new dice, or that last Magic: The Gathering card for your deck? Guardian Games Aloha is the local HQ for tabletop everything, with Dungeons & Dragons, Warhammer, Pokémon, and a community that loves to shop, play, or compete this week.”

From the Hillsboro newsletter, August 19, 2026

“Whether you're chasing a vintage Fender, a quirky offset, or a sleeper amp or pedal, Thunder Road Guitars PDX stocks premium new, used, and rare instruments with a genuinely friendly, gear-savvy vibe. Swing in, plug in, and maybe sell that closet queen for something that actually sparks songs.”

From the Beaverton newsletter, August 7, 2026

“' chats. A recent Art Walk stop, it’s a sweet browse to add to your downtown wander this week.”

From the Hillsboro newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Independent and delightfully nerdy, Old Town Music is the Southeast Portland guitar shop where friendly, gear-savvy humans help you chase tones, from a huge wall of effects pedals to a rotating mix of used, new, and vintage guitars. Swing by this week to trade or consign your rig, or get thoughtful estate help.”

From the Portland newsletter, August 6, 2026

“From new and used guitars to drum kits, brass and woodwinds, plus amps, pedals and pro audio, Flying Pig Music has the stuff to keep your practice room lively and your gigs louder.”

From the Forest Grove newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Acorns & Threads is the Portland-area counted cross stitch HQ with walls of fabrics, threads, charts and kits, plus classes, stitch groups and special events to keep your stitch mojo lively. Check their Exclusives for patterns you can only snag here... perfect for leveling up your next project.”

From the Portland newsletter, August 26, 2026

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

“Family owned Andersen Music lives for brass and woodwind repairs that actually sing again, plus rentals of quality brand-name instruments, lessons, and all the accessories your band director swears by. Handy for Forest Grove players and school programs, and a friendly spot to geek out about reeds and valve oil.”

From the Forest Grove newsletter, August 11, 2026

“Whether you're after indie exclusives, fresh new releases, or that reissue you swore you’d stop hunting for, Music Millennium delivers across rock, hip hop, jazz, and more. Keep an eye on their listening parties and in-store performances, then stroll out with something your turntable will thank you for.”

From the Vancouver newsletter, September 6, 2026

“From pro grade paints and sketchbooks to clay, printmaking gear, and bookbinding bits, Artist & Craftsman Supply Portland SE is the spot you pop in for a brush and leave with origami paper and a whole weekend plan. Think Golden paints, Canson pads, Princeton brushes.”

“From pro-grade paints and brushes to canvases, sketchbooks, printmaking gear, and bookmaking essentials, Artist & Craftsman Supply Portland N is the spot when your project pile needs fresh fuel this week. Nab Golden, Sakura, and Princeton favorites, then turn that rainy-evening itch into something frame-worthy.”

From the Portland newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Everyday Music is a Portland standby worth the short hop from McMinnville. They pay cash for used CDs, DVDs and vinyl, keep new releases flowing, host the occasional listening party, and surface out-of-print and collectible LPs and CDs on Discogs, so your shelves, speakers and trade pile all leave a little happier.”

From the Portland newsletter, September 8, 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 retailer carrying art & hobby supplies plus home decor (most offer classes & custom framing).”

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

“Trade Up Music is the Portland spot to buy, sell, or trade gear, plus repairs that keep your favorites gig ready. With a selection that changes, you never know when a hidden gem will land... a great excuse to pop in, pick up, and maybe trade that pedal you keep side-eyeing.”

“This week, check out Rhythm Traders, a locally owned full-line drum shop founded in 1992, stocked with drum sets, cymbals, djembes, congas, marching gear and electronic kits. They teach lessons, handle repairs and rentals, and even have a kids' drum section... basically, The Drummer's Toy Store disguised as a shop.”

From the Oregon City newsletter, August 12, 2026

“MIR Music has been Hillsboro’s go-to since 1991 for instruments you can buy or rent, on-site repairs by in-house techs, and lessons from pros (yes, their drum teacher is Ron Hurst of Steppenwolf). Bonus points for the recording studio and G&L guitars ready to test-drive.”

From the Hillsboro newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Whimzees Scrapbook Studio is Beaverton’s go-to papercrafting stash spot, with embossing folders, inks, metal dies, stamps, stencils, plus classes that turn half-baked ideas into brag-worthy cards and pages. Pop in this week for fresh finds from Spellbinders, Hero Arts, Uniquely Creative, and Emily Moore Designs...”

From the Beaverton newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Jackpot Records is that reliable spot for new and used vinyl, CDs, DVDs, and oddball collectibles, with in-store performances that feel like a hang with fellow music nerds. Their in-house label curates sharp AAA reissues and cult favorites, so even seasoned diggers find surprises.”

From the Portland newsletter, September 11, 2026