The best book, hobby & craft shops in Temple

13 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 · 13 places · showing the latest additions first

Loves Guitar Repair

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Strings buzzy, action high, tone off. This week, Loves Guitar Repair can bring your instrument back to life with guaranteed work, their…

2601 N 15th St

“Strings buzzy, action high, tone off.”

From the Temple newsletter, September 6, 2026

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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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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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Strait Music Company

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

School band season sneaking up or eyeing a new chorus pedal, Strait Music Company has you covered with band and orchestra rentals, reed…

13945 N Hwy 183 B (Austin) · ✓ checked Aug 13

“School band season sneaking up or eyeing a new chorus pedal, Strait Music Company has you covered with band and orchestra rentals, reed subscriptions, print music, and a deep lineup of guitars, keyboards, pianos, drums, amps, and effects. Make some noise, Cedar Park.”

From the Copperas Cove newsletter, September 12, 2026

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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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Capital Music Center

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

Capital Music Center is Austin’s go-to for Roland digital pianos and V-Drums, plus carefully vetted used acoustics from Yamaha, Kawai,…

6101 Burnet Rd (Austin)

“Capital Music Center is Austin’s go-to for Roland digital pianos and V-Drums, plus carefully vetted used acoustics from Yamaha, Kawai, Baldwin, and Steinway. They rent pianos and drums and teach lessons for kids and adults, so swing by this week and level up without guesswork.”

From the Austin newsletter, August 13, 2026

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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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Michaels

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

Bird Creek Crossings, 3550 S General Bruce Dr A120

“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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Austin Vintage Guitars

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

From road-ready classics to quirky finds, Austin Vintage Guitars curates new, used, and vintage guitars, helping everyone from neighborhood…

4306 Red River St (Austin)

“From road-ready classics to quirky finds, Austin Vintage Guitars curates new, used, and vintage guitars, helping everyone from neighborhood players to touring pros dial in the right tone. This week, they buy guitars, amps, effects pedals, mandolins and banjos, and update inventory daily with events and special guests.”

From the Austin newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Music & Arts

Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

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

2805-A N Loop 121 (Belton)

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

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