I got my qipao made here 9 years ago for my wedding and LOVED it. I had fun picking out the fabrics…read moreand did a Western halter top cut, similar to a qipao I had made in Shanghai many years ago. 100% recommend

Incredible fabrics! Van's specializes in silks and they have a great selection of very high quality…read morebrocades and solids. The staff were friendly and helpful. I fully intend on returning for future sewing projects with some of the fabrics that caught my eye. Very very beautiful silks!!

Gather Here is much more than a typical fabric shop, it's a vibrant community hub for crafters in…read moreCambridge. True to its name, the store fosters a warm, inclusive environment where people can gather to create. They stock an impressive range of high-quality fabrics and supplies from famous brands for sewing, knitting, embroidery, and other fiber arts. Beyond just selling materials, their real standout feature is the fully-equipped studio space available for rent in the back. This area contains professional-grade machinery, like industrial sewing and embroidery machines, that most people don't have at home, allowing makers to tackle ambitious projects at very reasonable hourly rates. The staff are exceptionally knowledgeable and supportive, always willing to help beginners or offer advice to seasoned crafters. This community focus extends to their extensive schedule of workshops and classes for all skill levels, which aligns with their mission to be a welcoming space for everyone. Whether you need specific supplies, access to specialized equipment, or friendly guidance to start a new hobby, Gather Here is an invaluable and inspiring resource for the local creative community.

The fabric was much too expensive. I won't go to gather here again. The sales person was nice. I…read morebought flannel material. I think gather here should lower there prices on material. I know it's a rip of to shop at gather here in less a person is rich

A welcoming and cheery crafts boutique for stitchers at all levels. Worth a journey as they say in…read moreMichelin Guides.

I came here today for a sewing class with Eva and it was absolutely amazing! I'm so glad I signed…read moreup for the class because Eva taught me so much about my machine. I got my sewing machine for Christmas and tried watching many youtube videos and couldn't get the hang of it. This class taught me on how to use my machine, the different types of needles, and fabrics we can use. I didn't know any of this stuff before taking this class, and didn't think it would be such an in-depth class but glad it was because it was super informative and now I feel super comfortable with my machine now. I will be signing up for more classes in the future with Eva! She was an amazing instructor!

Absolutely disgraceful experience. My girlfriend went into Sewfisticated in the middle of the day…read moreafter a wardrobe malfunction, just looking to purchase a bit of fabric and some safety pins so she could quickly fix her dress before an event. Instead of helping, the older man and woman running the store were condescending, rude, and outright dismissive. They belittled her, treated her horribly, and then chased her out of the store telling her to "go elsewhere." This wasn't at closing time -- it was broad daylight, and the store was open. My girlfriend is one of the sweetest, most soft-spoken people you'll ever meet. For her to come back to the car in tears says everything about how cruel and unnecessary their behavior was. This is the exact reason people are abandoning small retailers for online shopping not to mention the cost savings. When you treat customers with contempt, you lose them forever. Sewfisticated should be ashamed, and I can't imagine this kind of service keeping them in business much longer.

In my opinion this is the only place to find fabric in Boston. The selection is wide and quality is…read moreexcellent at the best value always. Joan is a staple at the register every visit and is always a delight.

I arrived in Boston needing some last-minute items for an event, and I got lucky because this place…read morecame in clutch! Parking: Mostly street parking in the area. Feels: I'm not too familiar with Boston, but I was told this is one of the original areas of the city. There are lots of businesses and apartments nearby, so the neighborhood feels lively. The shop itself is pretty vibrant and spans two floors. They carry a wide range of apparel--from vintage pieces to newer items and even costumes. Customer Service: Awesome. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Overall: 5 stars. They had exactly what I needed, right when I needed it. If you're looking to refresh your wardrobe on a budget or find some unique costume pieces, this is definitely a spot worth checking out. Tip: Check out their "by the pound" section--you can score some really great deals there.

Yo....Garment District in Cambridge, MA completely flipped the script on me. Why was I expecting…read morethe whole 2 floors to look like a damn thrift dungeon with clothes on the floor??? Instead, Garment D. Is Organized, spotless and straight-up vibey. Two full floors to roam. Hot-pink walls, black-and-white checkerboard floors like stepping into an 80s music video. It's quirky, loud and proudly vintage. Everything's sorted with precision: pants with pants, denim with denim, tops with tops. These folks don't play around. And yeah, the majority of the clothing here is all use. But like I always do- I buy my stuff, take it home (or the cleaners), wash it and it snaps back looking like new. By the way- they do carry some new items- as in not used as well. My daughter and I bought some vintage denims, sweaters and a few other things. Zero mess. Zero stress. 100% unexpected.

Beautiful yarns and a welcoming atmosphere. Fun gifts and books and patterns for crafters.read more

This store has a wonderful, really welcoming atmosphere and I love the sense of community and…read morewelcome from Sara, the staff, and the regular attendees at classes & craft nights. There's a fun selection of yarn that doesn't overlap too much with other Boston-area local yarn stores, + a lot of fun trunk shows that make it worth checking out the selection regularly.

Such a sweet family run store!! So happy we stopped by on our Boston trip. Really has something for…read moreeveryone!

I've gone to this store over the years and I went in today looking to use a store credit to buy a…read morebracelet. i was told rudely that I couldn't use it, no exceptions. I had asked about the types of stones for a few bracelets I was interested in and they replied with "I don't know.". lastly as I was leaving the store, the girl raised her voice for me to stop and said ." hey you are wearing our bracelets!" and started walking towards me. at which point I turned around and held up my wrist. she was correct, i was wearing two bodhi seed bracelets WHICH WERE MINE. I walked into the store with them on as I OWN them. to the store owners: take caution with your accusatory tone of voice before you mistakenly accuse someone of shoplifting.

I prepaid for a class of 17 for a "Chocolate Truffle Making Class" in Atlanta, GA 6-8 weeks prior…read moreto the date of the class. I sent out invitations to some of my best customers. The night before the class was to take place, I received notification that there was a "time" change...to the next week. That is not a time change, that is a DATE change - which is something else entirely. Oh, and I don't live in Atlanta...I flew in for this event. Needless to say, the class was cancelled as they had nothing else to offer me as a substitute. Not using CLASSPOP ever again.

We attended Chef Harold's Sushi 101 course. This was a small group session that was held at Long…read moreLive Beerworks 152 Hampden Street Boston, MA 02119. Chef Harold was extremely informative and a great instructor. We really appreciated his time and attention to all of our questions. The only downside was initially. The music was pretty loud in the venue and it was hard to hear what the chef was saying. Eventually it was turned down and everything was so fun. I would recommend this to anyone. The venue was also very good with service at the counter. Their selection of brews was quite delightful!