Mien Pop Up

We're so excited to be hosting Mien through the holidays for a special limited Pop Up at gather! Their women's clothing is modern, functional, and ethically made. Their matching kids clothing is unisex and made with the same soft fabric. Made right here in California, their clothing can be worn throughout pregnancy, nursing, or just any time you want to look beautiful. Visit us now through December 31st to shop their sophisticated pieces in person.

gather x Harumi K Collection is here!

We are so excited about our latest collaboration with local designer Harumi K. We've been working for months to create the line and can't believe it's finally here! This time around Daisy wanted to create beautiful clothing that was durable enough to run after her kiddos in. As a mom of a 2 month old and 2 year old her clothes need to be functional. All of the items happen to work before, during, and after pregnancy are breast feeding friendly. What a wonderful bonus. We also added matching toddler pieces this time around because let's be honest who doesn't want a little mini me?

If you're local be sure to stop by our brunch debut party at the shop this Sunday from 11a-1p. We'll have mimosas, scones, and a play area for the kiddos while you try on the collection. Meet the duo who put the collection together, gather owner Daisy and clothing designer Sherry of Harumi K. Check out the pieces below (and shop it on our online shop if you can't make it on Sunday). But hurry this collection is limited and only available at gather. 

Meet the Maker: New Skool

New Skool owner Nate Tan has been an artist and designer in San Francisco for more than 25 years. After working as a graphic designer, he started New Skool in his garage in 2004. While he makes screenprinted tees and jackets for adults, his specialty is baby gear with iconic images of San Francisco.

"Our latest most exciting step is we are manufacturing our own onesies and tees," Nate says. "Locally designed, cut and sewn and screen printed here in San Francisco."

Nate also maintains his graphic design business, Nate1Design, paints large-scale graffiti murals and teaches History of Graffiti Workshops at 1AMGallery in San Francisco. Learn more about him and his artwork below.

Where do you draw inspiration? Or who inspires you?

My wife inspires me. She is an amazing designer (and photographer) here in SF. My kids, of course. They are artists in their own right. I am inspired by our wonderful city, music and other creative people around me as well.

If you could eat at any food truck, what would it be? And what would you get?

I'd create a food truck for my Mom and eat there! Haha. My Mom is a Burmese and Indian food master chef! 

What do you like most about the maker community?

I appreciate that San Francisco is a city that can support artists and designers' creative endeavors. Owning your own creative business is not easy, but with hard work and persistence SF is a great place to do it.

Where is your favorite place to travel?

Mexico, but I don't really like to travel.

What do you want for your next birthday?

Happy, healthy family.

What does your work space look like?

I rent a small studio/office from Offix Edge in the Sunset District, which is really close to my home. As a dad and a business owner, this is really convenient for me. My kids often stop by the office and help me do small tasks. There is a small community of regular office mates here. We have a jeweler, a blogger, random meetings in the conference room.

I've been here almost 3 years and it has been a great upgrade for my businesses. Besides housing my New Skool inventory, an added perk is that I have 4 large walls in the office where I can display my work. It's really great to have a place to meet clients. I paint from home and walk the paintings over in the morning. If you ever want the grand tour you should stop by!

Welcome, baby Hunter!

We are very excited to have baby Hunter Jean McClellan join the gather family! Hunter was born Thursday October 29th at 1:17am weighing in at 7 lbs 7 oz and measuring 21 inches.  Daisy and Christian are over the moon  with their little boy and will be taking some time to enjoy this most precious moment in life.

In celebration of Daisy & Christian's first, this post is dedicated to all the adorable baby items featured here at gather. We're sure many will be modeled by baby Hunter at some point, or find their way to his nursery at home! 

Our newest baby designer, Jenny Irene selects and uses beautiful vintage fabrics to hand make the cutest items. Come check out her collection of dresses, shoes, bonnets, and bandanas, available here at gather!  

Oh, did we mention that she also makes these fun stuffed animals? 

Local artist and illustrator, Amos Goldbaum hand draws cityscapes of San Francisco that are then hand printed onto t-shirts. The good news is that he also prints onesies for your little one! We have his illustrations of Sutro Tower (left) and Dolores Park (right) available in-store for $28: 

If you're looking for a trustworthy diaper balm to soothe the oh-so sensitive skin of your precious one, try this "Babies Moon Salve" from Fat and the Moon. We love their body care products because they are guaranteed good for the body and the earth; in fact, many of their herbs are grown on founder, Rachel's, own farm! This salve is made of calendula, chamomile, St.John's wort infused in sunflower oil, all of which are gentle and effective healers. It can also be used as a moisturizer or to treat minor scrapes and bruises. 

Girls Can Tell recently customized San Francisco-themed bibs and onesies just for gather, which feature drawings of the iconic Golden Gate and Transamerica Building. These are printed on the softest organic cotton, which your baby's skin will definitely appreciate!

For fun patterns, check out Nooworks clothing for babies and kids:

If you're still waiting/expecting, or are looking for a good gift for an expectant mother, Pinch Provisions makes thoughtful kits for all occasions, including one to keep handy for labor and deliveries:

And lastly, for special occasions, come check out our vintage collection of baby items from Electric Blanket. These are definitely picture-worthy outfits!