The best book, hobby & craft shops in New Braunfels

29 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 · 29 places · showing the latest additions first

Musical Instrument Service

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Since 1969, Musical Instrument Service has kept San Antonio’s brass and woodwinds singing with expert repairs, ultrasonic cleanings,…

328 W Southcross Blvd (San Antonio) · ✓ checked Jul 31

“Since 1969, Musical Instrument Service has kept San Antonio’s brass and woodwinds singing with expert repairs, ultrasonic cleanings, precision dent work, relacquering, silver-plating, and custom touches from piccolos to tubas.”

From the San Antonio newsletter, August 6, 2026

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The Paper + Craft Pantry

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Whether your notebook stack keeps multiplying or you’re finally ready to try brush lettering, The Paper + Craft Pantry delivers indie-made…

1023 Springdale Rd Bldg 6A (Austin)

“Whether your notebook stack keeps multiplying or you’re finally ready to try brush lettering, The Paper + Craft Pantry delivers indie-made cards, pens, washi, and art supplies plus open-level workshops in a natural light studio. Pop in this week to get inspired, meet makers, and leave with projects you actually finish.”

From the Austin newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Artable Curiosities

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Artable Curiosities rescues usable materials and turns them into a treasure trove for makers, teachers, and curious kids. Shop the ReUse…

225 N Saunders St (Seguin)

“Artable Curiosities rescues usable materials and turns them into a treasure trove for makers, teachers, and curious kids. Shop the ReUse Store, play in the Imaginarium Studio, or spread the love by donating supplies... you’ll spark creativity, support local classrooms, and keep good stuff out of the landfill.”

From the Seguin newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Musical instrument store offering a large selection of amps, drums, keyboards, and other items, plus repairs.

7325 San Pedro Ave Ste 105 (San Antonio)

“Musical instrument store offering a large selection of amps, drums, keyboards, and other items, plus repairs.”

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SpaceTone Music

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Vast music store offering top brands of new & vintage guitars, amps & drums, plus guitar lessons.

416 Austin Hwy (San Antonio) · ✓ checked Aug 4

“Vast music store offering top brands of new & vintage guitars, amps & drums, plus guitar lessons.”

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Music Connection Record Store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Vinyl, cassette and CD shop with cassettes, 8-track cartridges and 12-inch singles, as well as vinyl accessories.

7121 W US Hwy 90 #140 (San Antonio)

“Vinyl, cassette and CD shop with cassettes, 8-track cartridges and 12-inch singles, as well as vinyl accessories.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

The Forum at Olympia Parkway 8340 Agora Pkwy Selma, 8340 Agora Pkwy (Selma)

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

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

4522 Fredericksburg Rd B-91 (San Antonio)

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

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Guitar Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Chain of music stores offering guitars, amps and DJ gear, plus lessons and repairs.

2817 W Anderson Ln. (Austin)

“Chain of music stores offering guitars, amps and DJ gear, plus lessons and repairs.”

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

10000 Research Blvd #158 (Austin)

“Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.”

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

14010 US-183 (Austin)

“Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.”

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You’re So Crafty

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Relaxed shop featuring paint-your-own ceramics, jewelry-making projects and kids' camps, plus yarns.

208 S Austin St (Seguin)

“Relaxed shop featuring paint-your-own ceramics, jewelry-making projects and kids' camps, plus yarns.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Lakeline Market Shopping Center, 14028 N Hwy 183 Bldg C (Austin)

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

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Alamo Music Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Iconic shop selling diverse instruments & DJ gear, with music lessons & repair services available.

425 N Main Ave (San Antonio)

“Iconic shop selling diverse instruments & DJ gear, with music lessons & repair services available.”

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Fort Bend Music Center | San Antonio

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Music store & school for pianos, guitars & other music instruments, plus service.

6923 W Loop 1604 N Ste 121 (San Antonio)

“Music store & school for pianos, guitars & other music instruments, plus service.”

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Lakeshore Learning Store

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Retailer with educational products for teachers & parents, including classroom furniture & books.

9828 Great Hills Trl Suite 500 (Austin)

“Retailer with educational products for teachers & parents, including classroom furniture & books.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Ingram Festival Shopping Center, 6065 Northwest Loop 410 (San Antonio)

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

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

286 W Bitters Rd (San Antonio)

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

415 W Loop 1604 N Ste 139 (San Antonio)

“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).

10225 Research Blvd, Ste 2000 Great Hills Station (Austin)

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

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

8370 Agora Pkwy (Selma)

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Stonecreek Crossing, 600 Barnes Dr Ste 104 (San Marcos)

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

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Barnes & Noble

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

6065 Northwest Loop 410 #185 (San Antonio)

“Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.”

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Arbor Park Shopping Center, 17700 U.S. Hwy 281 N (San Antonio)

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

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Hobby Lobby

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

10900 Research Blvd (Austin)

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

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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Alamo Quarry Shopping Center, 255 E Basse Rd #120 (San Antonio)

“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).

5347 W Loop 1604 N #103 (San Antonio)

“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).

The North Rim Shopping Center, 17802 La Cantera Pkwy #104 (San Antonio)

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

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CRAFT

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Laid-back, walk-in arts center where visitors can use supplies and tools to create paintings, jewelry, zines and more.

in the light blue building IN THE BACK of CANOPY by the big purple sculpture!, 916 Springdale Rd Bldg 4 suite 102 (Austin)

“Laid-back, walk-in arts center where visitors can use supplies and tools to create paintings, jewelry, zines and more.”

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