Women's Fall Arrivals

It’s time to say goodbye to Indian summer and welcome back Karl the fog with open arms. The locals already know this, but we like to remind those new to San Francisco to remember three words: layer, layer, layer! At gather, we have some favorites that serve this very purpose.

First, we never leave the house without our Warbler hooded rain jacket by Bridge and Burn. With its double hand packets and slight hi-lo hem, it provides functionality with feminine details. This item is 100% Nylon and is available in Black or Olive. Great to wear to work or a casual stroll to your local coffee shop.

And with the fog rolling in, time to put on a sweater! What better way to leave our heart in San Francisco than to cozy up in our Raven Sweatshirt by Preloved? Each sweater is constructed with 14oz terry and mixed red vintage sweater fabric for hearts, front and back, making each sweater a unique piece. Sleeves are ¾ length. Available in navy stripe or black stripe.

In typical San Francisco fashion, the sun has decided to show up for a little while, so time to peel off that sweater and jacket and change into something a little flirtier. New in store, we enjoy twirling in the sun with our airy Paper Crane Top by gather X harumi K. This blouse features a tulip flyaway back to flash just a hint of skin. Front mustard fabric features white paper cranes, found by gather owner Daisy on her latest trip to Paris. Back is solid dark teal, high quality 100% cotton poplin made in Japan. Pair this tank with your favorite skinny jeans or wear it with a blazer when it’s time to go to the office. These tops are available in a variety of patterns.

Make a statement with pairing your tulip top by adding a statement piece. We love Roxanne Roxanne's fiber necklaces (seen above) but we also just added new necklaces by Crescent Company. Made with a mix of nylon rope and polymer clay, each piece is sure to be a conversation starter. Lightweight and easy to wear!

Need a new dress you can  layer with our micro climates' ever changing temps? We are living in this new Make It Good number. It looks wonderful with tights, booties, and a cozy cardigan perfect for running around town. And that print- could it be any cooler?!

Stop by the shop to check out all our new Fall arrivals. We have new things hitting our racks every day!

by Sharon Leung

Vintage Levi's from Preloved

Levi's are the gold standard to vintage denim lovers. Their classic fit is one that will never go out of style. Levi Strauss came to San Francisco in the 1800`s to help create the first pair of jeans so it's no coincidence that jeans are part of any San Franciscan's uniform. We love the flattering and versatile fit vintage Levi's provide so that's why we've partnered with our friends at Preloved, searching far and wide to bring you the perfect pair. They sent us the best of the best, looking for the classic fit and washes. The hunt is over! We’ve got the vintage jeans you've been looking for in store for you now...Hurry we anticipate these bad boys will go fast!

Score tote on us at the SF Etsy Spring Emporium this Sunday!

Etsy comes to life with over 60 local artisans at All Good Pizza in the Bayview this Sunday for the annual SF Etsy Spring Emporium. Visit many of our vendors as they set up booths for the day. We are helping sponsor the event by offering the first 200 attendees a FREE tote bag. After you visit the market stop by the shop and show us goodies you found!
 

Image Transfer to Wood Workshop Recap

Had such a great time at our Image Transfer to Wood Workshop Thursday night! Special thanks to our wonderful instructor Chelsea from Cuppa Fog  and all our lovely participants. We loved how our pieces turned out! Missed out? Sign up for our next workshop all about perfume on Feb 4th before it sells out. 

Daisy's final products

A packed house!

The lovely work of Courtney!

Such a fun night!

Small Business Saturday Recap

Thanks to everyone who stopped by on Small Business Saturday! We are so grateful for your support! Here are a few pictures from the day. Missed out on the fun? Be sure to shop our website for holiday gifts. O and check out our blog for a special discount for Cyber Monday!

Even our little babe Hunter was able to attend!

Kelly from Elizabeth Street Cosmetics doing lip touch ups. Loved seeing everyone get made up!

gather named one SF's Coolest New Small Business by Business Insider!

Have you heard the good news? gather was named one of Business Insider's Coolest New Businesses in San Francisco! We are so honored to have made the list and be in such good company. To celebrate we'd like to offer 15% off any one full-priced item in the store now through Sunday night (11/8) when you come in and mention the article.

Can't make it into the shop? You can enjoy 15% off your entire order in our online shop. Just enter in the code "CoolestNewBiz" when checking out. We've added tons of new products including new men's t-shirts, gourmet chocolate bars, lovely dresses, and bags. The perfect excuse to get a jump start on your holiday shopping!

Felt Succulent Workshop - Wednesday September 23rd

If you missed the Urban Air Market this past Sunday, you’ll be happy to know that you have a chance to meet and craft with one of the designers that was there, Erin Garcia from Feed the Fish Co. here at gather at our next workshop on Wednesday, September 27th, at 7pm. Erin’s designs can be seen on Darby Smart, and her handmade goods are popping up all over California. We particularly love her celebratory felt pennants, perfect for waving around at any festive occasion!

While others across the country prepare for the autumn season with maple and pumpkins, join us in celebrating San Francisco’s Indian summers instead by sprucing your home or workplace with a beautiful sustainable garden. With the heavy drought season, our Felt Succulent Workshop allows you to decorate your home with as many pots as you like without using an ounce of our precious water (not to mention if you’re just a bit forgetful with remember to water!) And let’s face it, we love succulents because they come in all sorts of shapes, size, and colors, and can be grown in any vessel we can come up with! At this workshop, Erin will teach us how to make three types of felt succulents arranged in upcycled dishware.

Bring your creativity and crafting spirit, we’ll provide the drinks and snacks, and if you find your eyes wandering on the many other beautifully designed products at our store, feel free to shop around and we’ll give you a 10% discount on any gather purchase that evening! Space is limited, so reserve your spot now!

Felt Succulent Workshop
Wednesday, September 27
7:00pm @ gather: 541 Octavia St, SF

1 year anniversary party recap!

Thank you so much for everyone who attended our 1 year anniversary party last night! We were overwhelmed by the amount of friends who come and showed their support. We went home with such a feeling of love! The shop wouldn't be possible with our amazing artists, customers, and friends. Here are a few pictures from the night!

A big thank you to Mary from Spirit Speak Tarot who was busy the whole night with her wonderful tarot readings. 

Also thank you to Floss Gloss, Lighten Up Shoppe, and Creative Ninja for creating items for our goodie bags!

Christian getting his fortune read!

Arm Knitting Workshop: a recap

We had so much fun at the arm knitting workshop - thank you to all who came and made it a great evening! Cara Corey (of Mary Marie Knits) was a wonderful instructor; explaining everything so well and making sure everyone was picking it up. We left clutching our handmade cowls, generally feeling like knitting superstars.

Based in Richmond, CA, Cara is one of gather's favorite local artists. Pop by and check out her awesome handiwork! We've got some cowls in gorgeous jewel tones, comfortable slouchy hats, and new baskets and poufs for the home. 

Thanks for a great workshop, Cara! Stay tuned for more gather workshops coming soon.

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. 

Thanksgiving Hostess Gifts

Need a hostess gift for your Thanksgiving celebrations this Thursday? Below are our top picks all currently available in the shop! From the top to bottom: Wishbone Necklace or Bracelet on a Card by Yellow House Handmade, San Francisco Dish Towels from The Heated, Kumquats with Dark Chocolate and Coffee Jam by Lemon Bird, California State Pint Glasses from Vital Industries, and Hot Chocolate from Flying Bird Botanicals. 

Hope everyone has a great holiday! The shop will be closed on Thanksgiving Day but will re-open the next day just in time for Black Friday/Small Business Saturday weekend. Stay tuned for special sales, events, and giveaways.