I was in town and looking forward to my visit to the Last Straw but it was closed! For good…read morereason-- Marge has retired and closed her shop. However, it looks like she may have sold the business to someone else as there is a note on the door with that person's contact information. I will always remember this charming store and have many pieces to remember it by. I will try to visit if and when it reopens as a new business. I really loved Marge's taste in jewelry and will miss her and the Last Straw.

Love,love, lovey this place where you can find so many trinkets whether it be bracelets, earrings,…read morelotions and other things. It's a cash only business and well worth going in to check out. Check the hours before heading here. The proprietor of the store is a very sweet woman.

Case for Making (CfM) is a woman-owned watercolor specialty shop. You can find its handmade…read morewatercolors at places like the SFMOMA Museum Store and select arts and crafts stores, but this location is CfM's brick-and-mortar shop. This small business makes its own watercolors and letterpress paper goods. CfM watercolors are made from high-quality pigments and natural binding mediums (gum arabic, glycerin, honey, distilled water, and clove oil). Some CfM watercolors are more expensive than others because colors like Malachite and Lapis Lazuli are made from actual crushed minerals. Please note that their watercolors are priced similarly to other premium watercolor brands like Stoneground Paint Company and Beam Paints. [Best seller]: The CfM Small Palette (fits up to 14 half pans and has room in the center for a small travel brush) and the CfM Simple Travel Palette (small enough to fit in a purse or pocket) are some the top favorites. [Workshops]: CfM offers online workshops via Zoom as well as in-person classes at its new studio next door - the CfM Art Room. [Parking]: Street parking only, but not impossible to find an available spot in this part of the neighborhood. In addition, the shop is located near the Judah St & 46th Ave streetcar stop. [In-store]: Customers can choose a tin and build their own watercolor set. The store also sells sketchbooks, art supplies, stationery, Toyo toolboxes, stickers, etc. [Conclusion]: An amazing shop and definitely worth checking this shop out for watercolor enthusiasts, but this is an alright shop for those looking for unique stationery options.

I've had a mixed experience here however, after a really uncomfortable experience with management I…read morethought I'd share my experience as a cautionary tale to other artists who might want to get involved with this studio. The water colors are special they have really good opacity and sit well on top of the paper. They might not have as nice of translucency as other brands. However they are really expensive and there are other products that are available for cheaper and comparable quality on the market. However, the staff can be aloof and rude within the store. The teachers are generally sweet and supportive and classes are affordable. After multiple positive class experiences, I had inquired about teaching as I have been doing art for a while and really wanted to give back to my community and share what I know I'm good at. The application to get involved process was odd, they were slow to respond, but also rude and unprofessional. It upfront on their goals and processes. I was not notified that there was a already an established class nearly identical to my proposal prior to filling out a lengthy application. I was also told they didn't want to move forward because I lacked an established creative arts background (while not inquiring directly about a CV), which was later amended to they were unable to move forward due to scheduling and volume of inquiries (while only offering 3 in person classes that month instead of the standard dozen). I have no issue with being rejected, it's all about fit anyways, but was saddened to have my creative experience being belittled and the lack of professionalism. It was just a very odd and condescending experience that I would not want any artist that puts their heart and soul into a proposal to have to experience.

I spent so much $ and wasted time here. The hand sculpture class is a joke. She never remembers…read morewhen you have class, she's late, She got her dates wrong.... Throw class teacher very profesional and on top of her stuff. Hand building, no returned phone calls, material is still at the store and nobody there to help you collect items. Spend your hard earned $$ elsewhere!!!

I took the beginner and immediate class at Artillery. All the instructors are super talented, kind…read moreand patient. Now, I have the monthly membership and it's been such a creative oasis to build and connect with community in the Mission District. There's always cool workshops happening where members receive discounts. I love their community involvement and sustainability practices. Free to use glaze and firings. Clay by the pound. Free recycled clay. Lots of tools to use. Great garden area.

Yet again, I've come to this amazing little mom and pop establishment to show my mom (who just…read moremoved to San Francisco) my favorite store in my neighborhood. We left with heaps of little treasures. I will keep coming to this shop over and over and over, it's just one of my favorite places in the world! maybe it's a niche thing, but I'm obsessed with new-old stock stationary stuff. But we also left with some great (and SUPER cheap) throw pillows.

Old fashioned and a bit quirky is how I would describe this store. They used to have love birds in…read morea cage near the register, but on a recent visit, I didn't see the birds anymore. Some cutesy items, decor, gifts, etc are sold in the front. The back you will find a large collection of American Greetings and/or Hallmark cards. And then some paper, office supplies stuff. They do a pretty nice window display. I do enjoy that when I walk by.

I came here on a whim, because a friend wanted to check out the sidewalk sale, and I was happy to…read moreaccompany them. It wasn't quite the day of the sale, so they moved everything into their entrance/front-of-store. I was a kid in a candy store. There were so many pieces by so many artists, and the sale was still going on (most importantly). It's 2 story, and we were able to explore both, with plenty of offerings on both levels. I was looking for a cortado vessel, and I left very very happy. If I had more money, I think I'd be spending a LOT of it here, hahaha. It feels rustic and connected, the entire store. Artists are walking around and in and out. I have to respect the fact that the whole place is just buzzing and alive. I wish I lived closer, because I might come once a month, if I did! Come on by for your cute ceramics! Something for everyone, I think.

My passion for making pottery started here. I've taken 4 or 5 classes with various teachers:…read moreShelley, Barbara, Bonnie and Mark. They're all awesome potters who are ALSO great teachers. Tip: if you want to get into a class, get your credit card ready right when the sign up time starts. If you're even a minute late, you won't be getting into the class -- the capacity is not that large and the demand is high. If you've had some pottery experience, you can also try to get into the drop-in program. There's also studio and locker space but the waitlist for that is literally years long. It's also one of the few places doing cone 10 firings with very unique glazes that are formulated in the studio. There are two different kinds of shino, three different kinds of celadon, all sorts of mattes and a really unique satin white and satin black. Ruby's is the OG for pottery in SF. Way before pinterest and instagram got tech folks like me into throwing pottery, Ruby's got started in this residential building back in the hippie 60s. There are folks teaching and doing work at Ruby's who got their start here from back then. It's also a non-profit with a strong sense of community. You'll learn a lot from watching and talking to other potters in the studio

I love this neighborhood studio. They're the only ceramic studio I know of in the city that offers…read morea good variety of one time classes. My schedule doesn't allow me to take an ongoing six week class which is the norm that other ceramic studios offer, so this is much appreciated and what helps them stand out. The instructors I've had are helpful and lovely people, giving us freedom to just experiment and relax but offering tips when needed. It's the perfect escape after a busy and stressful week. I look forward to my next class!

Such a wonderful, accepting, and thoughtful space! The children's workshop class is a big hit in my…read morefamily and we highly recommend it as well as Teacher Kat. We especially appreciate that the class size is kept fairly small so that every child can get the guidance they need from Kat. The studio also offers adult workshop and events :)

Asima is the calmest nicest person here to welcome and introduce us to her ceramic studio on…read moreMother's Day... Right on 10th Ave and Judah, there's a nice selection of pottery (with prices on the bottom) for customers to paint to their hearts desires. There's a spectrum of paint colors and it's one of those places that's fun to go with the whole family! No entrance fee and the prices are around $30 and up. It takes two weeks to pick up your artwork - we can't wait to return and see the final products!

Absolutely love this studio and love Asima!! We brought in our little ones (3 years old and 8 weeks…read moreold) to make holiday gifts for their grandparents. Asima patiently guided us through the entire process and helped make our vision come to life, all while having fun together. We'll definitely be returning and the gifts were a huge hit!!

Yes you will love this place…read more Lots of well-priced, interesting plants, ceramic pots, a wide range of amazing scents (candles, incense, bath salts, etc), Japanese antique ceramics/mugs, and eclectic art. If it had a coffee counter I would've been in here for days. Owner is really chill & fun to talk to. They have another shop in Sacramento & have now blessed SF with their second store. Let's give them a warm welcome!!

What a cool little store, PACKED with so many unique things! There's a huge selection of beautiful…read moreplants and really special housewares. I needed to get a gift for a friend and I found this beautiful ceramic vessel with a lid and a candle inside with a cedar/sandalwood scent. The best part is the sustainability bit since it can be reused after the candle is gone -- my friend's going to love it. I also got a gift for myself, because why not?! The one-of-a kind ceramic tabby Maryjane is mine! The shop is so well curated (plus, there's an actual tree inside!), so make sure you take the time to look at everything! You won't be able to walk out of here without buying something cool.