Creative Hubs

The first of Market Street Arts’ new Creative Hubs, located at 1059 Market, opened May 16 as Holy Stitch!, a San Francisco-based custom jeans company and sewing school, moves into the space. With installations and infrastructure by Geary and Hyde Designs, Holy Sitch! at 1059 Market houses a retail store, tailor shop, classes, workshops, and special events. 

The new 1059 Market location for Holy Stitch! underscores the Mid-Market neighborhood’s role in fashion and design, with an expansive streetwear culture already existing throughout the area. The Grand Opening featured clothing customization and the first official release of Holy Stitch! Merchandise to benefit its students and interns and subsidize programs.

“Jeans were invented in San Francisco, and it's time they are made here again,” said Julian Prince Dash, Founder of Holy Stitch!. “We are able to service the local taqueria that needs aprons embroidered to the tech companies that need large internal orders. Holy Stitch!’s headquarters in Mid-Market will utilize clothing and design to connect with all members of the community. With every order and item made, youth are learning, becoming more connected to the neighborhood, and gaining a sense of ownership through mentorship. With so many prominent arts organizations and fashion businesses in the area, and the neighborhood’s connection to the Tenderloin, Civic Center, and downtown neighborhoods, the Mid-Market neighborhood reflects the variety of businesses and individuals we serve.”

Market Street Arts’ Creative Hub program has also partnered with Red Tail Beer & Wine Bar to open their new Theater District location at 992 Market, and most recently, the Living Earth Show to launch Roar Shack Live! at 34 7th Street.