The best book, hobby & craft shops in Whidbey Island

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Click Music (opens in a new tab)

1330 SW Barlow St B · Oak Harbor

From first lesson jitters to pro-level tweaks, Click Music has you covered with instrument rentals, in-store repairs, private lessons,…

From first lesson jitters to pro-level tweaks, Click Music has you covered with instrument rentals, in-store repairs, private lessons, group classes, and a deep shelf of print music and gear. Swing by this week to tap into a true community hub where your next song, school concert, or jam actually gets off the ground.

From the Whidbey Island newsletter, October 22, 2026

The Book Rack (opens in a new tab)

551 NE Midway Blvd #4 · Oak Harbor

Friendly book and game store, also featuring a cafe and rentals.

Friendly book and game store, also featuring a cafe and rentals.

Blue Sound Music (opens in a new tab)

1694 E Main St Suite B · Freeland

Blue Sound Music is the kind of dependable, close-to-home music store you call first. Shop online when you’re short on time, tap their…

Checked Aug 26

Blue Sound Music is the kind of dependable, close-to-home music store you call first. Shop online when you’re short on time, tap their rentals when you need an instrument now, and pop on their newsletter as the site grows so you never miss what’s new.

From the Whidbey Island newsletter, September 2, 2026

Ember & Elegance (opens in a new tab)

665 SE Pioneer Way Ste 6 · Oak Harbor

Whether you're knee-deep in scrapbook paper or curious about resin jewelry, Ember & Elegance in Oak Harbor has beginner-friendly classes,…

Whether you're knee-deep in scrapbook paper or curious about resin jewelry, Ember & Elegance in Oak Harbor has beginner-friendly classes, open studio time, and shelves packed with stamps, dies, paints, papers, and charms. Swing by this week, make something, then brag about it.

From the Whidbey Island newsletter, October 27, 2026