I attended the intro to knitting class here today and it was incredible! The shop itself is very…read morecute and it seems like the classes are very great as well. My knitting class was very well run, organized, and informative. The student:instructor ratio is very low so we each got lots of personalized attention to work through our unique problems. I'm so happy with the results and it was also such a fun and enjoyable experience!

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.

holy, I love this place. I was staying in cambridge for a family reunion and I was bored out of my…read moremind, for the second day I was walking around the town and I saw the sick deltarune art on the window, and I couldn't resist myself. the staff were so nice, so many options and the price was very reasonable. I don't live near cambridge, but next time I come up, i will definitely come back

I've generally had great experiences at this Blick. The store is well stocked, reasonably priced,…read moreand a fun spot for creative supplies or small gifts for all ages. Most of the staff are helpful and kind. That's why my visit this weekend (Sunday, 11/2) was such a surprise. An older female-presenting employee with long dark curly hair yelled at me and my young son when we tried to ask where the dry-erase markers were, while she chased after other customers who had already said they didn't need help. I said, "That was odd... but," and tried to ask my question, but she immediately cut me off and began raising her voice defensively. The escalation and her incendiary reaction was shocking in a customer service setting. I had to walk away, and another employee quickly helped us find what we needed. When I went to check out, she ended up on the register. I forfeited my loyalty points and asked my partner to handle the transaction because she'd made me uncomfortable. I told him what had transpired on the way home and he said she was curt and dismissive with him, too. This has always been a reliable neighborhood art store, but that kind of behavior makes it harder to come back. Nobody wants to deal with the loose cannon in the office aisle!

I have ordered online from Make and Mend twice. Both times, the products were as shown, clean, in…read moregreat condition and were shipped promptly. I look forward to shopping there again, and I highly recommend it!

Such a fun little store! Wide selection of secondhand craft supplies for good prices. The workers…read moreare friendly. Just as an fyi they require masks and have a basket of them at the door. I've bought a few things and also just enjoy browsing!

Yes, they are a great stationary store to get cards, pins, candles, and other trinkets. If you're…read morein Inman square, don't miss it for sure! But did you know they also make the most amazing custom letterpress invitations? We used Albertine for our wedding invitations and they were fantastic. They helped us brainstorm designs, showed us countless invitations from other weddings, and sent us multiple proofs. I cannot say enough how wonderful they were to work with, and how much we loved the final product.

Cute store in Inman Square! They have all your stationary needs, and the cutest trinkets! They also…read morehave letterpress done in house which some are for sale. I also love their localized products, we got a Cambridge magnet :) Check out this store to grab some cute stuff or sign up for some of the events they have!

This store has something for everyone. Their card section is one of the largest and most unique…read more You can most likely find a card there for any occasion. They also have so many pen options with a table where you can test them out. There are many gift options too. They are located in Union Square where there are many other stores and restaurants. I recommend checking it out.

A visit to Tiny Turns just made the start of my year so much better. It's been a while since I've…read morevisited, so it was a delight to see the larger store on the street side of Bow Market, which they moved to in 2023. I didn't have time to explore the whole store (my little creature didn't have enough patience for shopping), but I will definitely have to come back. They've got so much good stationary to satisfy serious aficionados (fountain pens, Japanese and French brands, letterpressed cards, etc.), as well as a mountain of cute gift items that I could equally get lost in. But my agenda today was a paper planner, and thankfully their planners and calendars are still 20% off. Even though it's near the end of the "season," they still had a good selection from the class Leuchteum notebooks/planners to some brands I wasn't familiar with. I ended up picking up a Sooofa planner and a Hobonichi notebook (yes they have notebooks now, not just their planners!), plus some cute unique cards and stickers. (This was me being restrained.) The prices are more than you'd pay at larger chains like Paper Source, but the curation and focus on small brands and quality make it very worthwhile. I had a nice chat with the owner during check out and plan to be back very soon. It's totally worth pairing a stationary trip with a visit to Remnant Brewing for coffee or beer, or brunch/lunch at one of the many good restaurants in the area.

The address on Yelp is incorrect. It is located on 587 Somerville Ave, Somerville…read more My experience was wonderful. The owner was very helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed the Chicken Bastilla. It was fantastic and reminded me of how it tasted in in Morocco many years ago. The Lamb with prunes was tender and flavorful.

Overall fantastic experience in this store. No complaints whatsoever but I rarely give 5 stars…read more When you first walk in you are overwhelmed by the dazzling array of lamps, linens, and other Moroccan odds and ends. The owner, Addi, was instantly warm and helpful. We took our time and he walked me through all products I was interested in. I was there to buy a lamp and there were many great options, both for candles and for lightbulbs. Everything is handcrafted. The prices are very fair in my opinion. I bought a stunning lamp for only $110. It was not equipped for light bulbs at the time but Addi offered to do that on the spot. Saved me a trip back out to Somerville (I live in Brighton)! This is fantastic spot to buy unique gifts for someone, especially if they have a taste for the exotic.

This place is great. The owners are fantastic. It's family run, which we should all support more…read moreoften. It's got anything you could imagine, but the quality of all their products is just better than what you would find at Staples or OfficeMax. They accept all major credit cards and don't have a limit on how much you need to spend to use one. A Cambridge institution!

The nicest people in Boston that I've met!! Gale is such a sweetheart - never turning anyone away…read moreand always there with a helpful hand. They have a great selection of anything you need, the prices are great and the company is awesome. I would recommend this to anyone in a heartbeat - even if it was just for the conversation

We had an absolutely wonderful experience at the Dumpling school! We went around Christmas time and…read morewe were so luck to wind up with a private class with Marco and Patty. They were so kind, friendly, funny, and boy could they make dumplings. The food was delicious, their stories were wonderful, and the whole experience was just about perfect! Oh and the dumplings were easily the BEST I have ever had!

The Never Ending Dumpling Party was a fun night, the food was excellent, and I learned about…read moredumplings. Chef Patty was living in Taiwan! We enjoyed Chef Marco's banter and dumpling instructions, but I admit I was sad to not witness their cuteness in person. Patty called over the TV at one point and held up cute signs all the way from Taiwan. I don't drink and was delighted to find a NAB in the cooler along with a variety of boozy and other options. A spread of amazing dishes awaited us and we also got to eat the dumplings we made. It was a little weird to be 2 cooks at the party, so I think going with a group would be super fun. But then you wouldn't get to take home quite so many leftovers as we did! It was certainly a memorable experience, check it out if you're looking for a different kind of cooking class.

Corporate team buildings have been a mixed bag for me over the years, but our event at Shiso…read moreKitchen completely exceeded every expectation. I never imagined a team building could be this good! From the moment we arrived, the energy was warm, welcoming, and perfectly organized. The hands-on cooking experience was not only fun and engaging--it was the ideal way to collaborate and connect. Working toward shared deliverables (that we then got to enjoy together!) created a sense of accomplishment and camaraderie that's hard to replicate in a traditional setting. The Shiso Kitchen team made everything seamless and elevated the experience with their expertise, hospitality, and thoughtful touches. If you're looking for a unique, meaningful way to strengthen your team, this is it. Highly recommend!

Jess create an intimate and educational experience into the world of food. The meal was incredible…read moreand one of the best I had!

I came to the Garment District to check out the Halloween costumes! They have a huge selection of…read moreideas and costumes, all types of hats, shoes, masks. It's a wonderland! They also have a huge thrift section. I wasn't super sure about the quality of the deals. There were fun items and a lot of good stuff, but it seemed like some items were way too pricy to be worth it especially for used or stained items. We didn't really go into the by the pound or mens sections. The costume stuff was a tad on the expensive side. Also, they forgot to remove the security tag from the thing I purchased. I will have to return to get this removed. Might browse the racks to see if there are other great finds!

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.