The best book, hobby & craft shops in Martinsville

Starling Cards & Comics is the go-to around Martinsville for TCG singles, sealed product, and tabletop staples, from Magic and Pokémon to Lorcana and Warhammer. They host events and are actively buying, so deck builders and declutterers alike can trade, play, and actually finish that brew this week.

From the Martinsville newsletter, October 13, 2026

Part game store, part florist, The Magickal Merchant is Eden's quirky mashup where TCG staples, shiny dice, candles, and last-minute bouquets all hang out. Pop in to trade cards, chat with Aimee and Matthew, or solve a floral emergency with their quick turnarounds.

From the Eden newsletter, October 14, 2026

, mixing fresh reads with community fun like DIY mini bookshelves, floral book folding, silent reading nights, Bridgerton tea parties, release parties, and lively book clubs. Grab a latte, find your people, maybe leave with a new obsession or three.

From the Eden newsletter, October 16, 2026

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.

Greensboro's stitching HQ for over 50 years, Stitch Point on Friendly stocks fine yarns, cross-stitch fabric and threads, and needlepoint canvases plus fibers from silk to metallic, with classes and professional finishing for belts, ornaments, stockings, pillows.

From the Greensboro newsletter, September 29, 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 Greensboro newsletter, September 22, 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, September 27, 2026

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