Best Pottery Shops In San Francisco
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Unique gifts can be hard to find, but in San Francisco there are so many artists and craftsmen that make their goods accessible to the public. Pottery is one of those everyday wares that have beauty and function. Objects made by hand and transformed into one of a kind pieces even if the design remains the same. Pottery makes for a great gift for everyone including yourself. Here are some of the best pottery shops in San Francisco where you can find local designs.
2900 18th St.
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 361-5552
www.heathceramics.com
Heath Ceramics is an institution that has been making handcrafted wares in California since 1948. It carries dinnerware, plates, bowls, cups, decorative pieces, vases and planter pots. Designs are modern with clean lines and a diverse color palate. There is a retail showroom, gallery space and factory that you can tour. It is located between the Potrero Hill neighborhood and the Mission district of San Francisco.
552 Noe St.
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 558-9819
www.rubysclaystudio.org
Ruby's Clay Studio & Gallery rotates exhibits for over 25 artists every two to three weeks. It also ramps up on unique pottery for its annual summer sidewalk sale, open studios and the annual holiday gift sale. Check the website for information on current exhibitions and dates. After visiting the gallery, visit the studio to watch local artists in the process of creating new pieces. It is located in the heart of the Castro district of San Francisco.
3266 21st St.
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 552-0112
gravelandgold.com
Gravel & Gold is a boutique that carries quality crafted clothing and home decor. It is a woman owned design collective that focuses on original products that are produced in California. The well curated pottery pieces include color dipped glazed mugs and pots with a trendy boobs design graphic. This place is where you shop for the hipster who has everything. Conveniently located in the Mission district of San Francisco.
365 Valencia St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 795-1748
www.thevoyagershop.com
The Voyager Shop carries clothing, accessories, books and housewares. It has an excellent variety of gifts that offer good design and a smile to the face. The boutique has a variety of pottery that includes mugs, vases and pots among other streamlined designs. Products rotate so purchase an item if it's in inventory and you love it. It is located in the Mission district of San Francisco.
4035 Judah St.
San Francisco, CA 94122
(415) 682-0660
shop-generalstore.com
General Store is a variety store with gifts, housewares, accessories and clothing. Aesthetics thrive here and their collection of eclectic wares include many different pieces of pottery. Selection includes cups, vases, incense burners, match strikers, mugs, vases, bowls, planters and decorative pieces. Designs are earthy, simple and chic. General Store is located in the Outer Sunset district of San Francisco and is great for hipsters and lovers of beautiful objects.
