The best book, hobby & craft shops in Federal Way

“Store for comic books, graphic novels, and an array of games including Magic the Gathering, and Dungeons and Dragons.”

“Graphic novel retailer stocking current & out-of-print titles plus an event space & art gallery.”

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

“Quaint bookseller know for its deep inventory of new, used & out-of-print titles.”

“Bookshop stocking local artwork, fantasy, mystery, horror and sci-fi titles.”

“Indie bookshop selling new & used titles in a relaxed setting with author events & on-site dining.”

“Cozy indie bookstore with thoughtful staff carrying new releases as well as classics.”

“Whether you're wrangling new classes, reclaiming your desk, or just chasing that perfect pen, University Book Store has the goods.”

From the Seattle newsletter, August 8, 2026

“Clearing out that extra gear or hunting for something with history, Re-Animated Music buys, sells, and trades new, used, and vintage musical equipment. Perfect for turning closet clutter into something you actually want or finally grabbing that piece your band needs. Worth the quick hop from Edmonds.”

From the Edmonds newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Colorful, funky shop in Pike Place Market selling locally made art & DIY craft kits.”

“Family-owned shop since 1931 offering instruments for sale or rent, plus music lessons, and repairs.”

“Remakery keeps Tacoma’s makers humming with secondhand craft and sewing supplies by the pound plus an open creation space to use tools or tackle your own project. This week, try Bug and Moth Embroidery on Wednesday, August 12, then keep the momentum going with visible mending later this month.”

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

“Specialist in acoustic stringed instruments from guitars to harps plus repair services & lessons.”

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

“Source for guitars, keyboards & sound systems, both serving & staffed by professional musicians.”

“Thrift shop offering a wide array of used art supplies as well as yarn, fabric and beads. Kids' classes and a play area are also offered.”

“Thunder Road Guitars is the Pacific Northwest source for premium new, vintage, used, and rare instruments, plus a wall of amps and effects that make weeknight jams more interesting. Swing by the Seattle showroom this week to trade in the closet queen or test-drive something inspiring... real people, real service.”

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

“Musical instrument store for used & vintage guitars & amps plus consignment, trade-ins & repair.”