gather here

This store has such good and inviting energy as soon as you walk in! High ceilings, really colorful variety of artsy craft supplies and accessories. The yarn variety is okay, a lot of sock yarns, wool blends, cotton, but not a lot of lace weight fluffy yarn. However, everything in this store makes up for any yarn they don’t have. Local art including stickers, accessories, and cards. They also have a large space for classes, working on projects, and the entire back of the store is dedicated to sewing (totally out of my element but they have a ton of fabrics and sewing supplies). All around 5/5 in every way. Staff are knowledgeable and friendly.

Amazing selection, great service from knowledgable salespersons, anything and everything you would want from this kind of store. It is on the expensive side, but the selection is worth it. A maker paradise!

Just love this place - gather here is special. The classes are great- I’ve taken sewing, needlepoint and knitting (my favorite). The selection of goods is the best of all yarn stores I have been to, the staff are lovely and knowledgeable.

This place is amazing! I came in just to look around and Nina ended up helping me with a part of my knitting project I was really struggling with!! Everyone in the store was so kind. It’s also a beautiful space with a wide selection of products. I will definitely be back to take a sewing basics class! Love it here!!!!

Gather Here went above and beyond today. I've been in before and been very happy with their yarn. Today I went in with my 4 year old who wanted fabric so we could make underpants for his lovey, Purple Bunny. They had perfect bunny underpants fabric. Even more impressively, a very friendly employee, Virginia, then took Gus back into the workshop area, showed him how a serger works, showed him how to make a pattern, and let him sit on her lap while she sewed Purple Bunny a perfect pair of red striped underpants. Gus was over the moon. I have loved yarn and fabric and crafting for decades, but this world is new to Gus. I feel so lucky that he now knows how, at their very best, craft stores can be so warm and enticing and fun.

The best yarn and fabric store around - the fabric is really incredible, with a lot of great designers. The staff is very friendly and knowledgable and ready to help you out with any questions. I also really love that this shop and it's owners care about our community and use their voice for an act of good/change in the world. <3

This place is so friendly and welcoming! Gather here offers sewing and emboidering classes for afforable price. They also offer open sewing hours to use their machines. I advice to call ahead or check website for availabilty for classes or studio time. The bag class was a lot of fun. The pattern were easy to read and love pictures inside it. The staff answered questions and offered advice. I didn't finish it inside the class; but I managed to finish it on my own.

I was going to buy a specific embroidery kit online as a gift for a friend when I noticed Google suggested I could find it nearby at this store instead (and I've been trying to shop local). What an absolutely lovely place. I not only found what I was looking for, but then decided on a whim to ask how I would approach an embroidery project having failed at trying to pickup crochet and knitting. Staff were very kind and gave me clear and helpful guidance. The hardest part of any hobby is knowing where and how to start. Even searching online can be overwhelming. I immensely appreciated my experience here and am glad to have such a lovely local business nearby.

Wonderful selection of yarn, thread, materials, fabrics. Everyone who works there is very nice and approachable. Prices are affordable; you get what you pay for and sometimes it's worth it to go a step up and get that alpaca blend. Many different kits as well cute for gifts or to get a taste of a certain craft. I've walked through the fabric and been dying to take a sewing class, which brings me to my next point. I took off a star because it's probably easier to get Taylor swift tickets than it is to actually get into any of their classes especially when the schedule opens at 7am on a Saturday as it did this time around. Apparently schedule opens the 24th every other month for the next two; but I was shut out for the third time in a row. I wish they'd make more classes or make bigger class sizes but I'm not sure if space allows for that. Major bummer.

Lovely craft store, kind of a hybrid yarn and sewing shop, with a slight tilt to fabrics but the yarn selection is wonderfully curated. The only downside is that parking in this neighborhood is extremely difficult (basically all the side streets are resident permit only), even compared to other walkable parts of Cambridge, and it's not that easy to transit to.

I can't comment on cost to yard as a fairly inexperienced sewist, but from a knitting perspective, they have the basics I'd expect, and a few extra nice or pretty extras. I usually have to restrain myself from buying all the delightful knicknacks, cute buttons, rainbow things, etc. etc. The staff has always been super friendly and helpful, even when clearly just starting on the job. There's maybe one spot for bike parking across the road/the next block over (an actual purpose built, or take your pick of a nearby tree/lamp post), so I'll keep coming back. (Getting there by bike is dodgy on account of not protected bike lanes and lots of construction, but that's not Gather Here's fault at all!)

continues to disappoint, staff is chronically not helpful overpriced fabric, refused to sell certain books yet have them on display

Gather Here is a phenomenon. They offer an unusually sophisticated selection of sewing and knitting supplies - harder and harder to find in an era of cheaply made, approaching on disposable clothing. The really distinguishing features are the classes, supported sessions for independent work, and the availability of well maintained, first rate machines. The atmosphere of learning, creativity and collaboration is not only practically useful, but heartwarming as well.

Large selection of beautiful yarns and quality quilting fabrics. The staff was very friendly and nice. I am from S. CA and found fabric prices on the bolt to be about $1.20per yard higher. But I bought a 10 count fat quarter bundle that was put together by the shop which was super cute for $26.00. Which was a great deal. Highly recommend this shop.

It's not a good place for old people. The staff is very eager and proud of their skills. They ought to be. They are bringing back self-sufficiency But skills change with time. For an old dinosaur like me, who was trained very rigorously, I don't always do things their way. Like the old rule that the inside be as nice as the outside, I really don't need a lot of advice, but sometimes I do. Or the types of fabric I ask for. I grew up with genuine silk velvet at the dime store. And Viyella wool (OMG). I forget that it's not a good thing to ask for unusual fabrics. (I wish I knew why). I remember when I advanced to extra hard Vogue patterns. Their patterns are all for beginners, I didn't mean an insult when I asked for a shirt pattern with a facing. Well, anyway, sometimes I ask for things that the staff has never heard of. The response is invariably condescending. As if there is something wrong with not following the method they teach. Don't get me wrong, this is an exceptional place. And an amazing resource. And, I'm always excited to learn new things. But it's not a place for old ladies. Especially old ladies who sewed professionally. This is not a once off experience. It's the norm. I'm not a sweetie nor a dear. Nor am I senile because I make the mistake of asking for pinwale corduroy. But if you are under 30, please support this place. We need more like it.

I love love this store. The only downside is that the classes fill up sooo fast! I go here mainly for embroidery kits and omg they have such a fantastic selection of them. When they first opened at the old location and at this location they had a moderate selection of embroidery kits as well as iron on embroidery patterns but now it's just fantastic. I love cozy blue especially and have done many of their kits. They make great gifts, unstitched or stitched. I think a cool addition to their iron on patterns would be plain tea towels/napkins to stitch on. Or a class doing a tea towel or napkin border. Please keep doing intermediate/advanced embroidery and maybe consider a ribbon embroidery class!!

Due to Covid, last time I checked, you could not browse this store. Online orders and pick up only. That's a pity, because browsing this store is quite the experience. There's so many whimsical fabric prints, dreamy wool skeins softer than heaven, and other sundries - it's a delight. Hopefully the Covid dark cloud will blow away sooner rather than later and this store will be back to normal. One thing - it's pricey, but quality is high.

I must give a shout-out to the nice people who work at Gather Here. I called them because I have a sewing machine I haven't used in years and couldn't remember how to get the bobbin case in, thread the bobbin, put thread on,....basically anything about how to use the machine. Someone on the phone said, sure bring it in. The male owner spent a good half hour with me going over everything, not even knowing if I as going to buy anything. I did end up buying several small things, but there was no pressure to buy more. He was patient and so helpful. I can't recommend this place highly enough. the world need more people like this! Thank you

I'm a quilter and found this place while traveling; it is hard to find quilt stores in big cities and I was so excited to find Gather Here. Their fabric selection has a lot of quality, and seems well-curated to accommodate the size. There is also a large selection of yarn and yarn craft items. The service was helpful and warm, and if I lived here this would be my go-to shop!

It's a nice enough space at first glance, but became kinda disappointing on repeat visits. First - They charge very high prices. This is partly because they primarily carry very nice fabric/yarn which would cost a lot at any store - but they do definitely overcharge for quilt fabric. I consistently saw their prices for printed quilt fabric were at least a couple of dollars higher per yard than you could find at any other quilt store, including other small and in-person businesses. I'm not talking about cheaper but lower quality fabric you get at a Joann's or something, I'm talking about the exact same fabric, from the same exact designer, as gather here carries. Their solid Kona fabric is relatively inexpensive, at least. Second, their classes are really only meant for beginners. Even their intermediate classes are really meant for people who have maybe taken 1-2 classes before but still need a lot of help. I wouldn't recommend taking any classes if you'd describe yourself as a "seasoned" quilter/knitter/sewist/etc. Third, I will mention here they are still requiring customers to mask (and prove vaccination for classes) in fall 2022. Given their snarky comments online about this, I assume they think anyone who finds this a bit overkill is an uneducated, unvaccinated "anti-masker". I'm not about to throw a fit when asked to mask, nor complain about staff masking themselves, but it does seem a little much at this point. On that point, the staff as a whole, and in particular the owner, are kind of abrasive and difficult to deal with. Sure, they're nice enough ringing you up, but if you run into any kinds of problems they're generally unhelpful bordering on rude. Some positives: they're open late on weekdays, they have a bathroom in the store, the store is arranged well. Maybe you'll enjoy yourself there, but after a few bad experiences with their staff, I'm generally shopping elsewhere now.

I've been going to Gather Here since I moved to MA and I've never once had a bad experience. Now that isn't saying that they've always had what I'm looking for, but they're always willing to order or help me find it elsewhere. The people who work there are so pleasant and the environment is clean. Generally craft supply stores are stuffy but Gather Here is absolutely the opposite. The yarn and fabric is well kept and organized with plenty of space to walk and browse.

I don't see how you can enter this store and not be inspired! I don't have a creative bone in my body, but the giant selection of fabrics, yarn, sewing patterns, buttons, embroidery kits, and more here is enough to inspire even the least crafty person. They call themselves a "stitch lounge" because anyone is welcome to come in, hang out, and work on a project. This store also offers classes and private lessons ($30-90 an hour). Some of the items are a little pricey, but that comes with supporting a local business.

Shopping is by appointment only, I knit my first sweater during the pandemic and was able to go in, pick out yarn, wind it all, and not feel like I was putting myself and the fantastic staff at risk. Virginia taught me how to sew years ago in the old space, and though I haven't been taking classes lately, the shop has brought so many wonderful people and new hobbies into my life. Honestly can't recommend it enough!

My grandmother died this morning. My partner and I were scheduled to take a class. We spent months talking about sharing an activity like this and trying to find a wonderful local resource for it. We thought we found the answer in a beginners sewing class at Gather Here. When I found out my grandmother was dead this morning and that I needed to meet with family for funeral arrangements, I called and left a message that my grandmother had died and we would not be able to come in for the class. I asked to reschedule. I called back and spoke to someone on the phone a few hours later. They have a policy that they do not give refunds because they are a small business and I absolutely understand and respect that. They can reschedule class tickets but told me they would not because I didn't give them 72 hours notice. I told them I don't know how I was supposed to give them 72 hours notice that my grandmother was going to die. The person I spoke to said they would talk to the owners but that they historically have given zero exceptions so that they do not allow unconscious bias to sneak into their decision-making. The owners came back reaffirming that they would not accommodate us. They offered what felt like a slap in the face it of the materials and said we could come in and just use the machines to try and make things with the materials as of that was the point. If a small, supposedly community centric business hides behind unyieldingly rigid policy rather than taking an empathetic approach capable of managing situations like this then they have no right to call themselves community-centric. Attempting to unilaterally avoid bias via a zero tolerance policy as a way to be fair seems robotic and lazy at best and thoroughly dismissive or intentionally ignorant of human and community business complexity at worst. The condolences feel like nothing more than lip service. I'm beyond stunned by how this was handled. This rigidity and faux compassion are so counter to everything I thought Gather Here stood for. This has been an incredibly negative situation and I cannot see myself supporting or recommending this business anytime soon.

Fun little store with a great selection of quality goods and fabric. I'll start off by making it clear: if you're looking for a discount fabric store or cheap sewing supplies this place probably isn't it for better or worse. That said, what they have is well curated and the quality is what you pay for. I am a sewer and a man and it was slightly intimidating to go shop around by myself as the store has a bit of a cutesy/feminine vibe, perhaps more geared towards seamstress/dressmakers instead of tailoring/utility - but that was forgotten once I bought my first cut of utility fabric and some cool buttons from their well-stocked selection. Not all denim/canvas/Sherpa etc is created equal and they have the good stuff. Wish they had some black denim though. Everyone seemed pretty helpful and they're always interested in what customers are making and seem passionate about their crafts. I tend to shy away from retail when it comes to specialty stores, and order things online as I hate feeling condescended to (I'm looking at you, Guitar Center) but the women here are very nice and don't give off that vibe. I'm becoming a regular customer so it's nice to have a relaxed atmosphere, which is opposite the typical retail environment. To finish off, I bought a fancy new sewing machine to supplement my other machine for different project options and the salesman, Noah(?) was extremely patient, helpful, and knowledgeable. When spending that kind of money, it's nice when they also treat you nicely.... Highly recommended.

This place is such a good resource for anyone who sews, knits, embroiders, or does any kind of fabric/yarn craft. I've been to a few of their sewing classes which are taught incredibly well. I have also used their sewing machines during studio time, during which they have an instructor who can help you out on your project, which was great! I also love how inclusive the environment is - they make it clear that everyone is welcome in their shop! In addition to holding classes, they have also held voter registration events. This is a business that is truly committed to the community. However, everything is somewhat pricy, from the classes to the materials, which is why I give it four stars and not five.

Kind and helpful staff! Friendly and informative! Very good yarn and a million fabric patterns!

Beautiful shop! All of the associates were friendly and helpful. Such a thoughtful and intentional store. I will be coming back for sure!

Our daughter made us walk for 45 minutes from Boston to visit this shop. It is a well-stocked fabric shop and it was quite busy inside. There is a sitting area in the back right for spouses and friends who are not interested in shopping for fabrics. Near that area is the checkout area and it had a steady line of people the entire time I was there. Our daughter felt the walk was worth it but my feet question that claim.

I realized that I've been going to Gather Here for nearly a decade and never written a review. Gather Here is always my first stop for knitting and sewing supplies. Their products are so thoughtfully curated for quality and it's obvious that everything is carefully selected... I trust whatever they choose to carry. Shopping there, I always feel like I can ask questions and I couldn't guess how many times I've gotten great help choosing fabric and tools... everyone is so friendly and it's so easy to chat. Gather Here is also where I learned to new and embroider, and I can't wait to take another class when I'm able. Add to all that their role in the community, holiday markets, activism, AND incredible values and you have a really special place. FINALLY, their pandemic response has been fantastic... working hard to serve their customers while also doing the best for their staff. Thank you!

I love Gather Here! It has a great selection of yarn and fabric. The online store and curbside pickup options have been really helpful during Covid too. The business took Covid very seriously which I really appreciated, and didn't open for in store shopping until things were much safer. The staff is very helpful, even if you are ordering online and email a question! I was curious about a color of fabric compared to another and they pulled the fabric and sent me a picture! I've seen people say that prices are high, but I disagree. Prices are in line with other independent yarn and fabric stores, and product quality is wonderful. You can't compare a store like this to a chain craft store, it's just not the same. I've also taken a few classes and the instructors were very good! Pre-Covid I frequented their maker nights on Thursdays and the brunch one on the weekend. It was a great way to meet people and talk while working on small craft projects. And it was always free. An awesome service to provide to the community!

I love Gather Here so much!! Not only do they consistently have many different beautiful fabrics, embroidery hoops, and embroidery accessories but they also deliver super quickly and their online store is really easy to use!! A gem of Somerville

Gather here has an amazing community. I have been going to pints and purls for a few months now, and I've made great friends. It a warm environment, they provide food, and also allow you to bring in whatever you'd like. The selection of supplies: yarn, needles, fabric, embroidery floss and kits is about as extensive as you can find in the Cambridge/Somerville area. The staff is super knowledgeable as well and can assist in almost any project. I haven't taken any classes, but I hope to in the future!

Gather here is a total gem of a community space & shop in Cambridge. I've been here a few times now including twice for beginner classes in knitting and sewing. Both times I've left feeling exhilarated - there's nothing like making something with your own hands, and in such pleasant company to boot. And this, after coming home with a swatch of about 5 rows of knitting (truly laughable to anyone else but me) the first time. But I learned all the basics, and managed to finish a first scarf which I'm never taking off this season. The instructors and staff are super patient, encouraging and available to assist with even the smallest questions - I'm not sure where the negative reviews below come from. It's also been nice to note the diversity of class attendees. They have water and tea on the side, restrooms, couches to sit and work on projects, and a glorious selection of fabric and yarns. Oh, and good tunes, too. I'll be coming back for their sip & stitch nights and to rent the machines. So fun.

I have shopped here for fabric and yarn several times and am always delighted by the selection and quality - practically everything in the store will inspire you to make something! I also recently took a class - "Knitting Basics" - and it was fantastic. A few of us were in the store (masked up and safely spaced apart) and some were tuning in online. The instructor did a phenomenal job in this challenging hybrid model: she helped all of us work at our own speed, not just to learn the basics but to actually feel confident. I had so much fun and cannot wait to take another class!

I usually come to Gather Here for odds and ends - they have a great selection of threads, tools, and yarns - and appreciate their thoughtfulness about managing their store. Today I shopped by appointment, which was 1) easy to set up, 2) provided clear instructions about their processes and that the appointment is for you alone, and importantly 3) I felt SAFE. After arriving at the store and checking in, I was pointed to hand sanitizer and was helped to find exactly what I needed. There were few customers in the store so we could maintain safe distance, and checking out was safely distanced as well with more hand sanitizer available at the register. Thanks Gather Here!

The staff here is so friendly and welcoming. There is an abundance of everything from crochet, knitting, and sewing. I seriously fell in love with the store when I first visited! Lots of classes and you can use their sewing machines. My favorite thing about this place is the amount of Rifle Paper fabric they have as well. It's a little far away from Boston but an easy commute from the bus and train.

Finally went back to Gather here to peruse their fabric selection for a small project and was very happy to find that my eyes and nose did not start immediately tearing and running like they did the last time I was there. I think the new floor varnish has off gassed enough in the past year for it to be a safe space for the chemically sensitive. I found a lot of the fabric selection to be a bit on the cutesy side but that seems typical of most places and they do have a larger selection than my local shop, so you can still definitely find things to work with. So glad I didn't feel like death in there this time!

A friend and I happened to walk in here on Gather Here's one year birthday. The had cupcakes and other treats for people. The store was packed with knitters, sewers, etc. and the energy was good. I'm always skeptical of the service side of businesses when I'm in Cambridge because so many of them are so damn elitist, but I found the staff here to be extra helpful and genuinely kind. It's a small community of crafty people, so many of them knew each other and one customer was flagged down by a staff member to see if she could help us with a pattern. She spent more than 30mins guiding us through this pattern and showing us other instruments we could use to make things easier, and different yarns and needles for adjustments. While I found everyone to be welcoming and very friendly, I can't looked passed the fact that everyone in there was White except for my friend and I. Also, they have a very tiny selection of non-animal fiber yarn and their classes are sort of steep - and so is the yarn! I do like that they offer small intimate classes, but one of the staff said they fill up so quickly that you have to sit in front of your computer and try to sign up the minute they post it on their site. That's a little too much for me.

I brought my Bernina sewing machine in for service as this place is listed as repair for my brand. I was a little surprised at the intense level of administrative forms required - however I complied. What I needed to be fixed was ignored. I had to remind the technician - when the machine was ready to be picked up - I lifted the cover to find it covered in oil. The accessories were all jumbled up in an oily mess and a piece was missing. Everything had to be cleaned when I got it home, not to mention dripping oil the whole way. Then, upon reporting this to the technician they took no responsibility for it at all. It was a defensive email which really turns me off. This is not a place you want to do business with.

I adore Gather Here! I just moved into the neighborhood and was so excited to have a local sewing shop where I can pick up all the needed bits & bobs with a decent selection of fabric. Fair warning - it's most cotton, knits, and some oil cloth, so if you're looking for a bigger variety it may be hit or miss. Fabric is reasonably priced, the have a good selection of notions & thread, and have a ton of fun patterns and kits for people of all levels of experience. Another fair warning - they sell quality items, so they will be a bit more expensive than your average "big box" chain, but well worth it for supporting a small local business & quality products! The coolest part is that they offer classes & have a studio space where you can rent time for machines (lovely Berninas!), cutting tables, and a long arm quilting machine. I hope to take a knitting class when I can finally snag a spot, they fill up quick! Overall, super cute space with a fabulous vibe. I'm so excited to spend more time there while I live here!

I love this place!!! I've taken the beginner crochet class, the needle felting class, and most recently the "simple sundress" sewing class. I like how the classes are kept small with about only 4 people max so that you get the instructor's step-by-step guidance. Virginia, the owner, taught the 2-session sewing class and had the most patience with all of my questions. Having someone at the end of a class say to you, "I have full confidence that you'll be able to make this dress again on your own," is such an awesome feeling! And better yet, to hear your other classmates say, "I can't wait to make this dress again!" in unison with you. :) The staff are extremely friendly and helpful with questions on just about everything (it's funny how much you hear while you're taking a class!). I have some oil cloth fabric that a friend gave me that I want to make into something, and they were helpful in finding a pattern to fit my needs even though I didn't buy the fabric from them. They have a really big selection of beautiful fabrics and yarn, and some of the best samples of finished projects that I've ever seen at a craft store. There's just so much inspiration when you walk into this place which is part of what makes it such a wonderful store!

I have always thought this place rather pretentious. However the experiences I have had over the past months have convinced me to never go there again. They are very limited in "my" types of yarn: Knit Collage is the only brand I like that they carry and it is much more expensive here than anywhere else: $37 a skein vs. $27 online. Why no stamps on the card for buying sale items?! We still spent money in your store. Also, thank you so much for refusing to let us exchange a pattern that we hadn't opened and that our 11 yr. old purchased by mistake since she thought it was a skirt but it's actually culottes. That was so helpful and made our little girl so happy. Not! We won't be bothering you ever again with our presence.

Bought today one yard of fabric. I asked them not to wrap it as I want to cut it on half. I was told that I need to RENT SPACE from them to do that. I said, all I need is to cut it in half. I was told that I would use their "tools" i.e. scissors to do that and that I need to rent space for this purpose. Never going back!

I just received my order (2 mask sewing kits - one solid and one printed ) and I am very happy with it. The colors were randomly chosen by the store so I was a little worried about the colors but both are very pretty and, frankly, what I would have chosen myself! Most important of all, the quality of the fabric is very nice and will make great masks. The kit came with what I will need to make the masks and I'm excited to get started and to order some more. Local delivery worked perfectly as well. Thank you!!

I took the basic sewing class and left with a bag that I'm really proud of. This is my new favorite place. Note - get to your class a little early to choose your fabric. That took a while (for me) because once the class starts we dive right into it. Thankfully the staff mentioned this to me so I knew to give myself that extra time. I am not a 'sewer' but I love the idea of getting into a new hobby and not buying ALL the supplies. Here is a place that has the equipment and guidance. Starting a new hobby doesn't have to break the bank.

They should rename this place "Get Ripped Off Here". The exorbitant gouging prices are ridiculous! I bought some fabric for my daughter's sewing class and when i looked at receipt I thought there was an error it was so expensive. The staff are mainly all pretentious stuck up losers who know nothing of textile or sewing culture. Do yourself a favor and go 2 min up the block to Sewfisticated in Sommerville.

Our S&B group is now based out of Gather Here on Wednesday nights and we couldn't be happier. The owners are awesome, they always have treats and coffee available and they let us take over their store for a few hours with our loud-mouth gabbing. I love their vintage fabrics - I bought two delicious yards and made some super cute kitchen curtains. I wish they had more yarn selection, but then again this is a craft studio, not just a yarn store. They have sewing machines and table space to rent by the hour - it's a great idea! Sewing classes, knitting classes, crafting classes and I can't wait to take the crochet class! Thanks guys!!

Lynette just absolutely saved me! I am a new knitter and have been working hard on a baby blanket when my needle broke! She helped me fix my mistake and eased all my worry! Such a pleasure, thank you!

I walked in the store for the first time a few weeks ago and was blown away. It was buzzing with activity and felt like a cozy community space. There is an incredible selection of yarns and fabrics. I've been knitting for a while but wanted to start sewing so I went to Gather Here. I walked out with fabric, a pattern, and lots of good advice from staff. Everyone was very helpful. I'm excited to go back to start my next project!

The large space of the store is quite impressive as well as their selection of yarn. I have purchased some really gorgeous soft yarns and in one case I didn't save the tag. I did bring in a sample but no one could find the brand so I bought other yarn that was higher in price than what I find in other stores. I now travel west from the city, Rt.2/Natick, Maynard/Harvard while visiting friends. The shop employees are more relaxed and I don't feel rushed. I enjoy browsing and taking my time. I also find their policies with regard to covid is ridgid. It takes all the fun out of shopping. Lastly, I hope that this review will not be challenged as that's the whole point of having reviews in the first place. You get to share your opinion without criticism of your experience. I live closer to a few shops I will never attend classes due to not really feeling welcomed and I've read that from others who feel the same way. If you prefer an exclusive club, just put that in your mission statement. It may be subtle but it's still unacceptable.

This is such an amazing craft store! The staff are both super nice and super knowledgeable, and they are really welcoming to beginners. There are soo many choices in yarn, embroidery patterns, fabric etc...I spent almost an hour here yesterday just looking at all the choices

There's a good feeling that I get here. I love the spaces to do my projects and they're so helpful. I had a teacher not from Gather Hereteach me how to make my own T shirt there and it was great. I wish that hey replied to my emails better. I'll give them a 5-star because they were very sweet, smart, and helpful. My 5 hours there cost me $103 to make my tshirt, however! Ouch.

Great selection, helpful service. Very large spacious store with a good amount of yarn, garment and quilting fabrics as well as patterns kits and notions.

MUCH better experience from the welcoming store front to being greeted and even asked if I needed help this time. I didn't get anything mostly because I don't know what to buy for a friend that mostly crochets, but the employee at the register offered advice and reminded me that they sell gift cards. Maybe I'll just take up knitting myself

Great local independent fabric store! They carry a wide variety of high quality garment fabrics. They also have a good selection of patterns, notions and yarn. They offer great classes, rent time on their machines, and also sell machines. They do repair machines, but they have quite a long turnaround time. You can use their machines in store for free instead of renting time while your machine is in the shop, but it's only really practical if you live very nearby or have another machine at home you can use. Occasionally when they are busy the counter staff can get a little overwhelmed, so I'd suggest trying to go at a lower traffic time.

A great space to work on individual projects! My friend recommended this store for working on a last minute wedding embroidery gift that I needed to finish before the weekend. I will definitely be back to work in the space. The employees offered their knowledge and full attention . So many great resources and supplies. Very helpful and such a great shop!