Father's Day Gift Guide

Dads can be tough to shop for so for this Father's Day we've rounded up our favorite ideas to make dad feel like a king. Use the code "DAD2017" to get FREE DOMESTIC SHIPPING (ends at midnight 6/18) when ordering anything from our online shop. Stop by for more ideas!

Gift him an experience gift - like a spot to one of our coveted workshops. Learn how to transfer pictures on to wood in our June 29th class!

For the Warriors Fan. Available in the shop and our online store here!

Mix his two favorite things together, donuts and coffee, in chocolate form. Available in store and our online shop. More flavors in our brick and mortar. 

For the beer lover! I locally made magnetic bottle opener!

A San Francisco pint glass to go with his new bottle opener!

Our new merino wool lined button downs wick moisture, resist odor, and regulate temperature. What could be better?

Don't forget the card! We have a great selection for every type of dad in the shop!

Mother's Day Gift Guide + Special Coupon Code

Give Mom something special this Mother's Day! We've rounded up our favorite gift ideas from the shop below:

Take her on a date to tomorrow night's Floral Arranging Workshop. Get $5 off by using the code "FLOWERPOWER" today only!

Spoil her with our favorite Chevron Ikat Kimono (one size fits most so no need to guess her size!) or a new date night dress.

Pamper her with our locally made Inner Peace Balm and soothing Slumber Serum. 

Gift her a sweet necklace she'll never want to take off. 

Visit us in the shop for more ideas! Happy Mother's Day!

Christian and Daisy

Easter Shopping Guide

For us Easter is the official start of Spring. Break out the color clothes and get festive with your hostess gifts. We've put together a little shopping guide for the weekend. Hop on in for more ideas!

Instead of one of those plastic baskets, opt for a locally made pouch to fill that she can re-use as a make-up bag. And how perfect is this bunny one?

Add our DIY Nail Polish Kit to your Easter gift. What could be more fun than a lazy afternoon of creating your own custom nail polish colors with your kiddos!

For brunch we're dreaming of wearing this dress with our favorite wedges. 

Throw on our easy to wear Navy Cross Hatch Kimono so you can play games and search for eggs in comfort with the little ones. 

Add our favorite gloss and you are set for an effortless weekend!

Don't forget a hostess gift! We love this grown up gift "basket" full of everything for the foodie in your life (including Easter chocolate)!

Holiday Gift Guide for Her

Last week we published our annual gift guide for him. Now it's time to focus on the ladies in your life. Here is our holiday gift guide for her:

Give your main squeeze one of the new jewelry pieces we collaborated with Silver Sheep Jewelry to design. Pick from the ring, necklace, and ear climbers, all plated in 14K gold vermeil. The laurel designs is perfect to wear everyday alone or layered with other pieces. These will surely bring a smile to her face!

Spoil your family something warm and cozy. Our Bodhi Swag cocoons are our most popular holiday gift year after year. We love this season's colors and prints. Because these wraps are reversible, you are actually giving her two gifts! Also a bonus - they are one size fits all so you don't need to worry about figuring out the perfect size. And every generation loves these - our teenage cousin, our mom, and even our grandmother! Combine this with a hand crocheted beanie and knitted cowl by Mary Marie Knits (available in a variety of colors) and you will fully prepare you family for the winter ahead.

Not only are best friends given that label because they are the best, but because they deserve the best! Give her the gift of rejuvenation with this Relaxation Gift Box. Each gift box is carefully curated in our shop and includes a luxurious handmade jar of bath salt soak by Lighten Up Shoppe, a candle by JaxKelly complete with hidden crystal inside, a large pouch of tea from Steep Tea, Co., and a calming roll-on essential oil by Let’s Put a Bird On It. 

What about the stockings? Grab one of our vintage fabric stockings from the shop and fill it with goodies from our local artists. Start with a Lady Alamo Zip, add a nail polish by Floss Gloss, toss in a Chai Tea Soap by Etta+Billie, grab a natural deodorant by Fat and the Moon, and finish it off with calming balm by Peachy Brand. O and don't forget the chocolate!

Why not give an experience gift? Choose from one of our workshops coming up in the new year. It's the perfect opportunity to learn a new skill. Or give them a gift card so they can choose their own gift. Need more ideas? Stop by the shop and let us help you put together the perfect gift! Also enjoy FREE shipping on any order in our online shop through Monday by using the code "FREESHIP2016". Remember to place your order by Monday December 19th to get it in time for Christmas! 

by Sharon Leung
 

Holiday Gift Guide for Him

Freaking out because you just realized it’s December and you haven’t crossed any names off your shopping list? No worries! Our annual holiday gift guide for him is here!

What do you get for that special someone in your family who is sooo hard to shop for? Yep, we're talking about Dad. Sometimes you don’t need to get super fancy and realize that Dad just wants a cold beer. But make sure he enjoys his refreshment in style with this 16oz etched pint glass by the uncommon green. Each glass is etched with the streets, neighborhoods, and coordinates of the San Francisco Bay Area. This design is also available as an 11oz rocks glass and pairs well with the California State Slate. Perfect for displaying cheeses and charcuterie while hosting guests. 

Don't forget about your brother (or your brother from another mother!) We love our wooden California shaped bottle opener from Newton Booth Build. Each piece is hand cut from either cherry or walnut wood and sticks sturdily to any magnetic surface. 

Isn’t it funny how when we’re kids, we thought getting socks from grandpa and grandma was a form of punishment? Where’s the good stuff? As we grow older, we realize that socks ARE the good stuff! Return the favor by treating them to luxury socks by Little River Sock Mill. Made in Fort Payne, AL, these socks are made with organic cotton and are available in a variety of colors and patterns in both mens and womens sizes. Makes for a great stocking stuffer for the rest of the family, too!

Is it hard to plan things with your husband on Sunday because there is a game on? If you can’t beat them, join them! Show him you have team spirit, too, by giving him this Golden State Tee by Culk. Graphic has a vintage feel and is printed on a super soft cotton/poly/rayon blend tee. Top off this spirited gift with a handmade pennant by Erin of Feed the Fish, Co. Pennants are available in a variety of colors and sayings.

Are you waiting for your boyfriend to make the big move?...to get rid of his old wallet? Ya, I thought so. Surprise him with a new wallet by Tram-Anh Designs. Made in San Jose, Tram-Anh makes their products with recycled bicycle tubes, vinyl banners, and other found materials. Styles range from a more traditional bi-fold to variety of card sleeve options for a sleeker look. So not only are you getting him to use a new wallet, but you are helping him reduce his carbon footprint!

What about your employees or co-workers? Thank them for being awesome this year with our bartender gift box? Who wouldn't want a kit filled with goodies from our makers all about making your own cocktails?

Need more ideas? Stop by the shop anytime from 11-7 thru the holidays and we can help! And stay tuned for our gift guide for her.

By Sharon Leung

Mother's Day Gift Ideas at gather

With Mother's Day fast approaching (this Sunday!) we've decided to put together a little gift guide to give you a few ideas that your mama will love!

Colorful socks from Little River Sock Mill (anyone else see their feature in the NY Times Style section?)

A dainty necklace from Nikki Montoya that she'll never want to take off.

Don't forget the card! We've got new ones from Live Love Studio where each purchase provides one meal to a hungry tummy in East Tennessee.

Temporary gold tattoos from Oh Hello Friend because they are o so much fun.

A spot in our Perfume Workshop on Thursday May 19th.  She'll learn all about the history of perfume and leave with a bottle of her own custom scent. 

Beautiful hair ties. 

A linen dress from Bridge and Burn for Summer. 

Ceramic Amulet to always keep her safe.

A fun color of nail polish from Floss Gloss.

We've got lots more in the shop so stop by and let us help you put together the ultimate gift!

Valentine's Gift Guide: For Her

Every girl appreciates receiving a little something from their special someone, so here's a gift guide for inspiration: 

Are you taking her somewhere special for the weekend? For dinner? Consider gifting her this little black dress by Bridge and Burn for date night. Made with textured knit, hem hitting just above the knee and featuring side pockets, this super-comfy dress is easily dressed up or down for any occasion!

Ladies will surely appreciate these stylish and ultra-cozy cocoon wraps by LA designer Bodhi Swag. Easily layered over dresses or jeans and a t-shirt, and suitable to snuggle with on a day in, this piece will surely spend a lot of time out of her closet! Available in store in the displayed two tone black and grey, as well as two other designs: solid grey with pockets and aztec green! 

Selecting a piece of new jewelry is always a safe bet for Valentines Day! Featuring up to twenty different jewelry designers in store, we're sure we can find something to her liking to suit her style. We love this new paper airplane necklace by Ryan Morris! We're also having a special SALE on some selected jewelry, so don't miss out on this rare opportunity! 

Pamper your special lady by pairing some rose or lavender bath salts from Lighten Up Shoppe with our various candle selection! For the ultimate experience, throw in some organic tea from Steep Tea Co. 

Go classic with a twist with this NEW Birthday Cake white chocolate bar from LA company Compartes Chocolatier. Made with three of the finest vanilla and rain sprinkles, this chocolate bar is sure to put a smile on your girl's face, because let's face it, what girl doesn't like sprinkles?

Don't forget to write a little something to tell her how wonderful she is! Whether you think she'll want something sentimental, over-the-top sweet, or witty, we've got you covered with our wide assortment of cards to pair with your gift!

Foil Cards by Sycamore Street Press, $5.50. 

Looking for a gift for him? Check out last week's blogpost!
And don't miss out on our Valentines Weekend EVENT for free cookies and gift wrapping!!

Valentine's Gift Guide: For Him

Whether you celebrate Valentine's Day, it is always a fun excuse to give your beau a thoughtful gift to express your love and appreciation for him! 

For the outdoorsy guy, check out these soft, lightweight Tank Farm Flannels, featuring a hidden zipper closure that allows for easy layering.  The perfect shirt for hiking, biking, or everyday wear, it is available in-store in brown, or the new featured blue for $89.

For the hipster who likes to cook or has a green thumb, Makers Kit makes an organic herb growing kit that can be conveniently grown indoors in oh-so popular Mason Jars. Their quick and easy system is almost fail-proof, and who knows, maybe the next time he cooks for you, you'll get a taste of freshly grown basil, cilantro, parsley, or mint!

For the trendy guy, we love these wooden tie bars by McAdams Co. available in store for $26 in three shades: cherry, maple, and walnut. Handcrafted in San Diego, California, these water resistant tie bars are sure to serve both function and style!

For the sweet tooth, we recommend our NEW chocolate bar flavor from Compartes Chocolate, Hazelnut Toast! Made from premium Turkish hazelnuts and handmade toasted bread, this milk chocolate bar is the ultimate combo for the perfect man!

Of course, nothing says it better than a few personal sentiments of your own, so don't forget to choose a card and write a little something. We have a wide selection in store, stop by and we're happy to show you around:

Looking for a gift for her? Stay tuned for our next week's blogpost!

Gift Guide for Him

As promised, we're back this week to help you shop for gifts for all the marvelous men in your life! Whether he is looking for new items for the closet, for daily grooming, or to add to the home, we've collected a few of our favorites to assist your various needs:

For your boyfriend/husband:

How about a warm piece of outerwear with a clean look for your main squeeze? This army green puff jacket by San Francisco-based company Alamere is made with Primaloft insulation with a quilted soft interior, providing warmth and performance without the usual puffiness. Available in the displayed army green as well as black in-store and online for $179. 

Could your guy use a t-shirt upgrade? Your can't go wrong with one of our many in the shop. Our current fav is from new vendor Honour Brand who pays recognition to the national treasures and landmarks that helped shape the world as we know it.  Available in store and our online shop for $30. 

A staff favorite, this deodorant cream by Fat and the Moon is guaranteed to please the guy who is conscious about his grooming products. All natural and aluminum FREE, it uses coconut oil and baking soda as the bacteria checking dynamic duo. Mixed with moisture absorbing properties of arrowroot and antimicrobial properties of essentials oils, you and your pits will never be happier! And the best part? It doesn't stain, even the black shirts! The absolute perfect stocking stuffer! Available in-store and our online shop for $14.

For your brother:

For the hard core San Franciscan fan, we suggest this black and orange beanie by San Franpsycho. This will surely be pulled out frequently during those oh-so frequent windy days or better yet, chilly ball games at AT&T Park. Available in displayed black and orange as well as grey and orange in-store and on our online shop for $20.

For Dad:

For the fashionable mustache man, we suggest this wood-scented Mustache Wax made by Oakland based company Fable Soap Co. Made from natural oils and locally sourced beeswax, this wax is designed to be sticky and soft for controlling and styling your 'stache to his liking this holiday season!

For your best buddy:

Snag your bud one of our flasks and he'll be sure to give you a high five! Available in store and online for $28

Or give him one of our bottle openers from Fluffy Co. Choose from the four designs above now available in the shop for $34 each.

For Grandpa:

Help gpa define his unique style with these funky Roma Scarf from Preloved! Each piece is made up of a combination of upcycled sweaters, stylishly paired by the Preloved Team, and one of a kind. Come to the store to see the full selection of patterns and colors ($48/ea). 

For your Co-Worker:

Your co-workers could always use a new mug for their morning caffeine fix. We love this one from San Franpsyco for only $15. Makes the perfect secret santa gift!

Don't forget to check out our Gift Guide for Her!

Gift Guide for Thanksgiving

It's almost time for Thanksgiving, and here at gather we're thankful for the healthy birth of baby Hunter, new additions to our gather team, our artists and their beautifully made products, and of course our supportive customers! Whether you're hosting at your place this year, throwing a Friendsgiving party, or just bringing a dish to a potluck dinner, it's always nice to add/bring a little something to make it more festive! Check out some gift ideas you can pick up in-store:

Feed the Fish Co. hand makes felt decorations for celebrations right here in San Francisco. For Thanksgiving, they've special created  "give thanks", "thankful", and "gather" felt pennants to fashion as a centerpiece at the dinner table!

Thanksgiving themed felt pennants made by Feed the Fish Co. Available in-store from $12.

Warm up your house or dining room with new holiday scents from Let's Put a Bird On It, fashioned appropriately with a golden turkey on the cap! If you've visited gather recently, you were probably hit with a strong whiff of Cranberry Spice, a sweet and spicy scent that will blend in well with your Thanksgiving meal. 

Turkey decorated candles in Cranberry Spice and Fraiser Fir by Let's Put a Bird On It, available in-store for $24. 

If you're hosting, or thinking of purchasing a gift for a host, there can never be too many kitchen towels, a much-needed item for wiping hands or mopping up messes while handling a juicy turkey, dribbly gravy, or cranberry sauce. Pick up  one of these California themed, hand-embroidered ones from Eko Kreations - we love that they're made from hemp, which absorbs moisture well, dries quickly, and wears beautifully, getting softer with time. 

California State Poppy Tea Towel from Eko Kreations, available in-store for $24. 

And how about adding in a hand-made ceramic spoon-rest from Whim and Vigor, a one woman operation making functional and decorative pottery. Perfect for preventing messes by the stove or at the dining table!

"GATHER" ceramic spoon rest made by Whim and Vigor, available in-store for $16.

Is it possible to celebrate Thanksgiving without topping off the meal with some kind of sweet treat? Why not brew some tea to pair with your pie? Steep Tea Co. is based in Oakland, all of their teas are 100% organic, and here at gather we offer four of their delicious flavors:
Sleep It Real: Caffeine Free, for if you're just too full to fall asleep, featuring chamomile, skullcap, valerian, kava, and lavender.
Jade Fade Tea: An everyday green for the afternoon pick-me-up (or if you're sneaking dessert before dinner!)
There's also an Earl Grey Tea, and Diamond Chai!

Steep Tea Co. four flavors available in-store for $14.

Regardless of how you choose to celebrate, gather wishes you have a very happy Thanksgiving!

Gift Guide for Father's Day

Dads, step-dads, father figures unite; Father's Day is Sunday 21st June! Have you already bought something special for your papa bear? Give yourself a pat on the back, you organized person, you! Haven't thought about it yet? Here are a few ideas to get you started...

A handmade money clip is something he might not already have, and all the dads we know love a practical yet thoughtful gift! For the homebirds, choose the clip featuring our great state. For the traveler, the clip with a brass Earth should do nicely. $35, available in store.

A beautiful brass, silver, or copper key chain is something simple yet special. We've got lots of different sizes featuring different quotes and engravings -. our favorites are the John Muir quote and the brass waves. The best bit is that they look even cooler as they age (but can still be polished and spruced up!). $16, available in stores.

If he wears a suit to work (or just for special occasions), how about a handmade wooden tie bar? We've got a selection from McAdams Co. in San Diego, which come in skinny or wide sizes, in walnut, cherry, or maple. $26, available in store. 

A new tee shirt for the weekend is always a good idea. We love this army green tee by Simka Sol featuring a buffalo, or is it a mountain range? Made with an American Apparel fine jersey tee, it's super soft, cool, and perfect for Father's Day! $30, available in store. 

The Hennessey button down by Tank Farm ticks a lot of boxes: comfortable, versatile, and it looks great! It can be worn unbuttoned over a tee-shirt, buttoned up for a smarter look, with shorts or jeans... a welcome addition to any guy's wardrobe! $66, available in store. 

Brighten up his man cave with an up-cycled Graffiti Glass lamp! Made in Oakland, CA from recycled liquor bottles, they're statement pieces that will look great anywhere. We love our lamps made from recycled tequila bottles - with antique fixtures and an Edison style bulb, they don't even need a lampshade. From $68, available in store. 

Don't forget the card!

Pop by the store and we'll help you pick something he'll love. If you can't visit us in time, we're always happy to take orders over the phone and ship internationally! Give us a call at (415) 799-7130 or visit our online shop at www.gathersf.com. 

Valentine's Gift Guide: For Him

Valentine's Day is just around the corner but don't worry, we've got you covered! Pop into the shop or browse online and we'll help you'll find the perfect gift. Here are some ideas to get you started:

We think this plaid shirt by Tank Farm & Co ticks all the boxes: cool, cozy, and perfect for layering over tees and under jackets. What's better than buying your guy a shirt that you'll want to borrow yourself? $74. Available in store.

If he loves being outdoors (or is just an adventurer at heart), these 5x7" prints by Small Adventure will bring a smile to his face! They're great for framing and hanging in his home or workplace. $25. Available in store.

All the guys we know love our perfume extracts by L'aromatica. Made from botanical ingredients right here in the Bay Area, the scents are fresh, clean, and long lasting. They're the perfect size for keeping in a washbag or on the go! $30.  Available in a variety of different scents (for guys and girls) in store. 

And don't forget the card. We love this one from new vendor, People I've Loved. It rings so true! $5. Available in store. 

The Holidays are Upon Us

We can't believe it's already the 2nd month of December. That's only 2 1/2 weeks left to get your shopping done. Ek! We've tried to make it easy on you by stocking a variety of gifts in the shop for all tastes and budgets. And if you're not in the area, shop our newly stocked online shop with just a few short clicks. We'll be putting together a few gift guides here on the blog this week and next so check back for ideas. 

We've gotten in the spirit and decorated our windows and even put lights up!

And if you are looking for the perfect holiday dress- mark your calendars now for December 20th when we welcome Fashion Designer Jamie Lau to the shop. Her dresses are to die for!