Small frys is the best children clothing/shoe store in San Francisco! Whenever I am in the area for…read morelunch or a walk, I always stop by here to get something for my daughter and son. It's also a great place to get a gift for a special little one! There's always a decent sized sales rack at the entrance. What makes this store truly amazing is the owner. My family from Ukraine recently fled the war and arrived in San Francisco. The owner reached out to me and told me she has a care package at her store waiting for my almost 6 year old nephew. I had tears when reading how generous of a person she was. Not only did she give him incredible See Kai Run shoes, but she also have super stylish pants, shirts and PJs. My family and I are forever grateful for her kindness and generosity. Thank you, thank you. Support small businesses like Small Frys!

Would love more of a baby girl selection but cute store overall. I will shop here for footies since…read morethey have cute ones :)

Wasn't even trying to buy kids clothes today. Came to the area to buy donuts. Yet the second hand…read moreclothes they offer are so eye catching I had to stop in! Left with some wonderful finds. Looking forward to coming more often!

Such a lovely addition to the neighborhood. Great for special finds and high quality clothing that…read morelasts longer. Fun and stylish pieces. We also found some cute shoes. And they sometimes have events with local makers and arts and crafts.

I went in with low expectations. We went the very last day in the afternoon and I was shocked how…read moremuch GOOD stuff was still there. We left with a huge yard work sized trash bag of stuff. I can't wait for the next event and look forward to signing up to sell.

Consigned for the first time at JBF San Mateo. Just warning people consigning that whatever you…read moreconsign, just be prepared to lose it. I lost a kate spade diaper bag here. It wasn't sold and when I asked Marci Ludwig about it, she just shrugged it off. It's not the item or even the money but the principle behind it. If you ask people to consign, what security do you offer them if people can just shoplift and run away with your item. Never again.

As an adult who can only repair duvet and shirt buttons strongly but not elegantly, Connie really…read morehelped by letting me sit into and open session with my project. I was offered usage of the materials, drafting table, and her wealth of knowledge to help me learn the skills I wanted to learn (which is finite at this time). Connie and I had a conversation about what I wanted to accomplish and she offered me advice and guidance on the best way to go about it. Within an hour, I feel confident that I can make my desired repairs and build upon that knowledge. Connie let me know that should I wish to join a class or expand my skills, that was possible. The studio is small but very well lit (I accentuate that for the visual aspect to sewing). Folks sit close to each other, but it feels communal and pleasant.

Awesome little sewing studio in West Portal taught by crafty San Francisco designer Connie…read moreWalkershaw, whose two other retail shops around the city have always been a good source of quirky, simple menswear and women's wear. Many classes here at the sewing studio are geared towards kids (seven and up) who are able to complete 5-6 projects in a week. This is extremely ambitious for a beginning sewing class that lasts a few hours a session. My student says the class is fun and she felt well supported by the instructor and her assistant. Projects do get completed alongside good supervision and instruction. The studio is unmarked beyond a simple black awning that reads aptly, "Sew."

Great selection of toys and clothes. We perused and found some awesome finds like a high chair,…read morebeach toys and rain boots. This shop fills a huge need for San Francisco parents who are in search of high quality and gently used goods.

Was in the neighborhood so popped in searching for some wedding attire for my boys. Searched around…read moreand was disappointed to see some cat&jack and lower end brands mixed in. In my opinion prices were a bit high for used items. Saw a baby bjorn bouncer for $50 when i see them on FB being sold for less. Nike sneakers were perhaps 50% off retail price, but with some patience and waiting for a good sale, you can definitely snag some for the same price brand new. Toy selection looked sub par. A lot of the toy items i feel like i can find for free on buy nothing groups, as parents are usually desperate to get rid of them. I saw a pair of Zara trousers that were perfect but because they were new with tag and retailed at $35, they were selling them for $20. Still a bit high considering I am purchasing from a thrift store and have limited selection, so I had to pass on it. I am better off buying a new pair of pants on sale, especially for something that will be worn 1-2x If you're in a pinch and cannot wait for something to go on sale, might be a good place to pick up something last minute.

Decent beer, not many options (especially the food they have like a fancy hot pocket and that's…read moreit?). Employees have been douchy and sadly ruins the locations otherwise chill vibes. Used to wonder why it's never packed and now I know.

Love how this family-run store supports local artists and makers. I like how I can goto shopping…read morefor my kids and myself at the same time! Cute, hip selection of clothing and accessories. Great addition to the neighborhood!

Warm and inviting and knowledgeable staff. Great selection…read moreof well thought out items. Fairly priced for brick and mortar busines.

This is such a great shop to have in The Mission! Great selection of baby items and AMAZING…read morecustomer service. They also have an online store where you can shop their products as well as their classes. While browsing their website you can see that they carry products that are not only adorable, but also high quality. Their prices are comparable to any other stores that sell baby items.

I suggest "The Gypsy Kings" as a back beat for this review…read more Your grassroots girl was in San Francisco for the civil liberties rally to celebrate with fellow activists on July 30th, 2010. Picket signs are everywhere where English and Spanish speaking friends have gathered in the Mission district to lock hands, sing songs and make plans together. This rally, myself and the wonderful store that I am about to discover have so much in common - grassroots (a hands-on philosophy) With songs ringing in my ears, tears still in my eyes, I spy a vision, my beloved miracle tonic is on the horizon. I look to the sky and wink at someone with gratitude;-) I really don't deserve such good fortune but here I stand in front of a yellow, red and blue flag centered on a blue awning. On a tiny side street with the words that so appropriately belong near Ecuador's flag: "Native Hand by Hand" But wait, it gets even better. Do you believe in fate? In destiny? I do. Because, when I walk into the store, I recognize the artisan goods immediately. *chills* This is too good to be true. Frantically, I'm trying on blouses and jewelry, and then I see the owner. Will she be frightened if I grab her and hug her? Long black hair, gold-beaded necklaces, intricate embroidered blouse -- the uniform of the indigenous of Ecuador. Her trademark features are unmistakable. She is a beautiful sight for my sore eyes to see. I am a descendant of Ecuadorian indigenous from northern Ecuador. The mother and daughter who run this store are from Otavalo, a beautiful artisan town located two hours north of Quito, Ecuador. It is home to the most famous market in South America. It is a town of magic, textiles and masterpieces. I could tell you about my travels to Otavalo but I would only make you jealous. Here is a link about Otavalo to get you excited about this shop: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Otavalo What do I buy? A turquoise embroidered blouse, a beautiful white beaded necklace and an indigenous hat that is a trademark of Ecuador. We spoke of Ecuadorian festivals while the beautiful Mother (the artist) kept her hands busy with her exquisite craft of jewelry-making. Handmade (Hecho a mano). What is more beautiful? Banana Republic merchandise? Designer things? You will NEVER cherish those possessions like the ones made by hand. Like the ones made by this family. These are the things worth handing down to our future daughters with love. The prices are VERY affordable! You can't even get deals like these in Otavalo! I am envious of you who live in the neighborhood. You should be cleaning out this gem of a store of all of their merchandise (jewelry, bags, scarves, shawls and gleaming shelves of artisan masterpieces) on a regular basis. Dear Native Hand By Hand, You can't imagine how much I will treasure the things that I have purchased from you. The pictures submitted for your business from flight suit are from me! (Thanks Jedi) Best of luck to all of you who cherish handmade treasures for finding your way here. Native Hand By Hand, defining beautiful.

This is a beautiful little shop with handmade jewelry from Ecuador. The owner is a very sweet and…read morekind woman who was a pleasure to talk to. Please come and support her business! I bought a pair of earrings I absolutely love and refuse to take off!