5th Stitch Collective

I stopped in to 5^th Stitch Collective because of an Amazon Local deal for a DIY jewelry making class with Jenn Kubat. What a terrific find! I can’t wait to go back for the terrarium class.
First, the class was very relaxed and fun, I would definitely recommend it as something to do with a group of friends on a slow Sunday. Jenn was great at explaining some simple techniques for us beginners, and we were quickly on our way to making some cool pieces. An hour isn’t as much time as you think it will be, but I managed to finish making a cute necklace with a turquoise flower and some beads with her help.
Purchasing a DIY class also gets you 5 $ of store credit and 10% off your total purchases, so I wandered around the store a bit. They have a wide assortment of cute accessories for 5 $, as well as a great collection of 16 $ scarves and sunglasses. They had several cute and reasonably priced dresses and tops for 20 – 50 $ that I tried on, and Jenn was great at giving advice on what worked well and what didn’t. I ended up getting a scarf, some linen shorts, and a bracelet for under 50 $ and left a happy customer.

Here is a new clothing store on Market near the Castro. 5^th for the original 5 designers that started the store, or so I was told. They have great stuff for guys and girls. Not too expensive, $ 24 for original print T’s and they have a sale rack. Lots of tees and tanks but their accessories is where 5^th stitch stands out. All over the store: hand crafted jewelry, scarfs, wallets, sunglasses, even a huge selection of wind up toys that kept me entertained when I was done shopping but my girl wasn’t. Recommended! Plus, they frequently use online coupon deals, so more savings!

I love the DIY events! LOVE. They make difficult looking projects, accessible. I love the culture we live in now, where sharing knowledge and learning to do things/​make things ourselves is easy.
For $ 14, the DIY terrarium by Mike Stone is a simple 15 –20 minute project with all the materials provided. You really can’t ask for more. He also removed a bug from my terrarium. eeeK!!!
Love the clothes, jewelry, and random cute things. I didn’t even know Indie Industries had changed to 5^th Stitch. Love what they’ve done. Check out their events on eventbrite. Seriously!

I was introduced to 5^th Stitch by a friend, and now I feel like I have to do my part to help spread the word about what a great place it is! They have an awesome selection of one-​of-​a-​kind clothing made by SF artists at a price that I can actually afford, and the service is phenomenal. The guys will hook you up with a great outfit and give you tips about how to style it. A lot of the items can be modified, and they even did some alterations for me right on the spot. I like the seating area/​runway platform in the back, because more often than not, I’m just along for some window-​shopping while my friends make actual purchases. Can’t recommend this place enough, you just have to come see for yourself!

5^th Stitch is fantastic! I started shopping here when they still called themselves Indie Industries.
As a background, I’m a tough shopper. I dislike shopping and I’m entirely annoyed with the process, and the task of picking out clothes, accessories, etc. I usually walk into these little boutique type stores and, if not immediately chased out by overzealous staff, get turned off by small, expensive selections.
5^th Stitch has been amazing! I now go at least every other week to scope out their new pieces. I have bought at least four shirts for work, and one dress for an upcoming family function. All between $ 15 to $ 40! The accessories are always fun, and there seem to be new pieces every time I come in. (I’ve bought earrings, a bracelet, a scarf and two mini-​hats for fun). I get complimented on every piece — seriously! — and even more importantly, everything is very well made and very functional.
Jen — one of the designers there — has a crazy amount of energy and personality. She’s knowledgeable enough to pick out outfits that’ll work for me. And does it without pressure or driving me crazy. A difficult feat (just being honest here).
All I can say is I hope they stay in the Castro forever!

The driver for me to come to this little boutique in Castro, I admit, was the 100% off deal for sunglasses from ScoutMob. I love free stuff, okay? Who doesn’t? I was trying to save money and be conservative with my wallet, but once I walked into the store… I couldn’t help it. Everything in their seemed so hipster-​trendy, and best of all, the prices were decent! The store and clothing style almost reminded me of Urban Outfitters, but the price is definitely lower and the clothes were more unique.
I stumbled upon the accessories section, and they have this section of earrings/​rings/​hair accessories for $ 5 each. What a bargain! The accessories were mostly super cute and I would have bought a lot were it not for my great self control. They had a lot of feather accessories, which I currently have an obsession over. The sunglasses section was also super cool. I love the quirky designs. The boutique really offers personality with the items they hand pick to be in the store.
To add on, their customer service is great! The employees are super friendly and hold conversations with you. They are so cool, and not stuck-​up or anything like that as you would expect in a boutique store like this.
Tip: I checked into this place, and there was a Unilocal offer for accessories. I forgot what it was, but it was a good deal.

5^th Stitch Collective: jeez, is it impossible for me to NOT completely gush over this little slice of paradise? *This* is where it’s at, folks.
I happened to be casually strolling down Market St. when I stumbled in; not thinking much of it at first, I walked around a bit and fell head over heels.
I gotta hand it to ‘em, this is probably one of THE best boutiques/​little shops/​specialty stores in the Castro area, perhaps even the city, and I’m arguably very picky when it comes to «trendy» stores… but 5^th Stitch Collective is a rare find: it’s reasonably priced as far as boutiques go, very spacious, and a wide variety of both men’s/women’s accessories and apparel can be found on all corners of the store… not to mention it’s organized in a way you don’t feel lost. Definitely recommended for the proverbial «ballers on a budget».
The staff is awesome, as well (Jen especially will make you never want to leave!), and I’ll be damned to say that is very hard to come by in the jaded world of retail: passionate, easy-​going, and professional people who are eager to help.
(Psssst, *please* check out their sunglasses — they’re insane, in the best possible sense).
OUT :D

This little shop does what stores like Urban Outfitters do for a fraction of the price. Every item in 5^th Stitch Collective is hand-​picked, and in my opinion, the staff has the eye for what’s good. I picked up some cute high-​waisted houndstooth shorts for just over $ 20 – they were well-​made, well-​tailored, and they fit to the T, which is highly unusual for me. They also had a great ScoutMob deal for one free pair of sunglasses! Score.
I will certainly be back to grab a ring or two (they have one of the coolest jewelry collections I’ve seen yet, and I’m not big on accessorizing), and possibly some terrarium supplies.

One time I was really early for my hair appointment and stumbled here to kill time — so much cute stuff! The store is small and the selection isn’t huge but everything in here is picked with such great eye that you want to buy all of it.
Oh and did you know they do random workshops here too? You can make a terrarium!

This is the cutest little boutique ever!!! I walked pasted this place on my way to dinner and had to do a double take. Though none of the clothes fit me because I’m curvylicious, I admired all of the wonderful clothes.
I did manage to fit in the second best thing in the store… ACCESSORIES :)
5^th Stitch has the BEST scarves EVER!!! Every color, every style, BEST!!!
I managed to buy a fly two finger flower ring and 3 scarves… STEAL!!!
I. Love. You. 5^th Stitch :)

One of my all time favorite clothing stores! Not only are the clothes to die for, but the jewelry and accesories are fabulous. It exudes style and trendiness for both men and women. The staff is always friendly and welcoming and the overall ambience is laid-​back, yet always fashionable. This store has never dissapointed and is definitely one of SF’s hidden treasure!

I was just walking by, and I HAD to go in. I saw about 10 things that I would have LOVED to take home on the spot! John immediately greeted me and we chit chatted for a bit. Being from NYC, I know a good homegrown spot when I see one.
The clothes are super cute, and NOT expensive for an independent store. 30 bucks for a little black dress to go out in? That’s what I call a great deal… and better material then whatever you got for 30 bucks in forever 21 or h&m. Not to mention, that most stores you see like that are selling jewelry for GROSSLY over what they are worth. $ 18 bucks for a three finger ring? Sounds about right.
I will definitely be back in the near future!

I hadn’t quite made it into the door yet, and already I’d found a cute top I want. Another two steps in, and a belt catches my eye. Then I see jewelry… and more clothes… then more accessories like sunglasses and scarves… I want all of it!
At this I point, with all the items I’ve loaded into my mental shopping cart, I’m thinking that my wallet and bank account aren’t going to be too happy. I take a second lap around the shop to look at the prices. I silently squeal with joy because the «priciest» item that I want is a $ 42 dress!
I take a deep breath, stand back, and actually scan the entire store, realizing that I had completely ignored the men’s section… AND THE $ 5 AREA IN THE BACK! Loads of jewelry and accessories that would pass for way more than five dollars.
Their staff is pretty awesome, too (hi Jenn!). So cool and genuinely personable. I came back a couple of days after my first visit to exchange the clasp on a necklace that I had bought… no problem. I had my 3yo with me and she picked out a large, flower ring for herself, although I’ll probably be sporting that thing because it’s super cute.
I’ll definitely be coming back here again and again… for myself, as well as to buy neat gifts for others.

I never knew this little shop existed until I took the DIY class on building terrariums with Mike Stone. Strange, since it’s right off the Castro Muni stop and I hang around the area for food… nom nom nomm!
Anyway the shop is adorable! It is decorated with terrariums and a random assortment of jewellery and accessories (sunglasses, rings, bracelets, hats). They have small selection of clothes lining the sides of the store for guys and for girls, and from the looks of everything — I like what I see! The prices are also very reasonable. Their style reminds me of a Forever 21 crossed with Urban Outfitters.
I also highly recommend the terrarium class. It only took 20 mins to build and the class is $ 10 for all the supplies and the instructions. It’s a great artistic outlet and these things aren’t hard to make or maintain at all — I broke 3 leaves off my plant when I made it and it’s growing right back, so a green thumb is NOT required :)

I never walk out of this plate empty handed. All of their stuff is local. All of their staff are incredible, all of their prices are reasonable, and that they host exciting DIY days and activities on a regular basis — makes me swoon over Indie Industries even more. From deconstructing old jewelry, to make your own terrariums, to screen-​printing and more — I can’t say enough good things about this place.
Trust.

Great little store! The girl that helped my cousin and I was really friendly, we got a $ 5 off coupon AND a free pair of sunglasses with any purchase! SO for $ 11 I got a shirt, hair accessory and a pair of sunglasses! Not bad for just walking by and seeing cute clothes in the window! I live in the southbay so I wouldn’t go back just for that store, but I would def make it a point to go next time I’m in the castro! Maybe some fun music playing would liven the place up a little, considering its a little hidden ;)

Such a fun store and great staff. I love going there seeing and buying alot of the new clothes.
I also love to get a lot of there accessories as fun gift for friends. They have hosted some amazing shopping parties that I never miss and always bring a group of friends with me to shop.
If your in the Castro you have to stop in and check it out. The team will gladly help you spend your money. haha

Could possibly be my new favorite store in San Francisco! My friend introduced me to this place and the owners while venturing out to find a new outfit for a party we were going to later that evening. When I was told that everything in the store was locally made from San Francisco designers, I was hooked!
The prices are awesome… really affordable especially for such unique pieces. You can’t go wrong with the clothing… shirts are well fitted and constructed with some really cool fabric. The hidden gem in this store are the accessories. Jewelry, scarves, sunglasses, wallets, hats and more are usually less than $ 30.00…even most less than $ 15.00!
Definitely check this place out… so much better than the larger retailers like H&M or Urban Outfitters!

Indie Industries is a great place to pick up a conversation-​starter accessory or item of clothing.
The boutique contains a small selection of fashionable mens and womens clothing at prices that fall below similar boutiques.
The accessories really shine, with bracelets, rings, necklaces and earrings that have some weight to them, but for reasonable prices. The scarves are soft and fluffy — I am waiting for the weather to cool down here so I can wear the one I purchased.
The tchotchkes they vend are what you normally see at Therapy, Urban Outfitters, etc., so nothing special there.