The best book, hobby & craft shops in Marysville

Collins Books is the local rabbit hole for out-of-print, scholarly finds across anthropology, archaeology, ethnomusicology, and all those gloriously niche sciences you forgot you loved.

From the Seattle newsletter, November 5, 2026

Lakeside Books & Gifts keeps Lake Stevens readers covered with fantasy, mystery/thriller, sci-fi, romance, historical, horror, nonfiction, YA, and kids titles, plus a steady stream of new releases. org page without leaving the couch.

From the Marysville newsletter, October 25, 2026

Games Plus stacks the shelves with new and classic hits DND, Catan, MTG, Yu-gi-oh, even Disc Golf plus a roomy play space you can book for gaming, birthdays, or events. Friendly, inclusive, and local, it’s where game nights actually happen.

From the Marysville newsletter, October 8, 2026

Fantagraphics Bookstore And Gallery is the spot for graphic novels that actually surprise you, from current releases to out-of-print treasures, plus a legit art gallery and event space.

From the Seattle newsletter, September 17, 2026

Third Place Books is the rare spot where browsing new and used shelves actually feels relaxing... then you look up and there’s an author event and on-site dining right there. Perfect for spontaneous hangs, low-key dates, or refueling your TBR without trekking far from home.

From the Shelton newsletter, October 7, 2026

Paper Boat Booksellers is that cozy indie spot where staff tuck honest "what we're reading" notes between shelves, so you discover new releases alongside trusty classics. They build sections based on what readers ask for, host community events, and generally make book browsing feel like catching up with good neighbors.

From the Kent newsletter, September 5, 2026

Happy Days Printing turns snapshots, favorite quotes, and little works of art into magnets that make the fridge feel more personal. A sweet Marysville find for preserving a trip, celebrating a milestone, or giving your daily grocery list a bit more character.

From the Marysville newsletter, November 6, 2026

Tommy's Guitar Shop welcomes beginners and seasoned players alike, with new and vintage instruments, repairs, and instruction. Its lineup ranges from classic acoustic guitars to distinctive electric models, so whether you’re learning your first chords or hunting for a particular sound, it’s worth a browse.

From the Everett newsletter, November 4, 2026

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, October 1, 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 Seattle newsletter, September 24, 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).

Ugly Baby turns bath time into art time with its original Shower Art, waterproof pieces that suction right onto your tile, plus a rainbow of DIY kits from cross-stitch to eco resin. Book a class or dream up a custom piece for that inside joke only your group chat understands.

From the Seattle newsletter, October 15, 2026

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

Whether your bandmate keeps hinting about intonation, Dusty Strings Music Store & School packs guitars, harps, mandolins, ukes, and hammered dulcimers, plus a repair shop, rentals, used and vintage finds, and in-person or online lessons. Make this the week you trade, tune, or learn something new.

From the Port Angeles newsletter, August 28, 2026

American Music has been Seattle’s music shop since 1973, with a curated spread of guitars, keyboards, synths, pro audio, amps and drum kits. Swing by for new or pre-owned gear, expert repairs, and clutch rentals when a last‑minute session or gig pops up.

From the Seattle newsletter, October 22, 2026

Whether your craft stash needs a refresh or your kiddo needs a creative outlet, Seattle ReCreative is a nonprofit creative reuse store and art center with pre-loved supplies plus classes and camps that turn would-be waste into inspiration. Drop in, browse, and leave buzzing with project ideas.

From the Seattle newsletter, October 29, 2026

Bigfoot Music is that community shop where gear actually gets vetted, not just shelved, with quality guitars, basses and wind instruments plus pro service and repair. Buy, sell, trade, take lessons, or rent band and orchestra gear... perfect for fresh inspiration or getting the kid ready for school band.

From the Snohomish County newsletter, October 29, 2026

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

JAG ArtWorks Art Supply is the go-to for muralists and sketchbook diehards alike, with DANG! and MTN cans, cap packs, Posca and Molotow markers, Golden acrylics, canvases and Princeton brushes. They also stash Warhammer goodies and 3D-printed slaps, so inspiration doesn't have to wait.

From the Marysville newsletter, October 30, 2026

Whether your guitar needs TLC, your kid’s starting band, or you’re chasing a new pedal rabbit hole, Kennelly Keys Music has you covered with lessons, rentals including event rentals, and legit repairs, plus buy, sell, trade options. Stop by this week and leave with something you actually want to practice.

From the Everett newsletter, October 16, 2026

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.

From the Seattle newsletter, October 8, 2026

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

Family owned since 1996 in Seattle’s Pioneer Square, Emerald City Guitars specializes in used and vintage guitars and amps, plus effects, repairs, appraisals, guitar identification, and options to sell your instrument when you’re ready to shuffle the lineup.

From the Seattle newsletter, September 4, 2026