Best Places To Buy Christmas Ornaments In San Francisco
Christmas Ornament (credit: FREDERICK FLORIN/AFP/Getty Images)
With Thanksgiving over and Christmas fast approaching, it's that time of year again to start decorating for the holidays. Many San Franciscans choose to celebrate the season by setting up and adorning a Christmas tree with everything from lights to garlands. Tree ornaments abound at area stores throughout the holiday season, but finding truly unique or artful decorations can sometimes prove challenging. Here are five San Francisco stores that sell a variety of original Christmas tree ornaments.
370 Hayes St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 861-3191
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Throughout the year, the Hayes Valley F. Dorian carries an eclectic assortment of unique handcrafted goods and art. Customers will find everything from sculpture and ceramics to wall art and jewelry. Each year during the holiday season, F. Dorian also stocks a variety of Christmas ornaments. Previous offerings have included decorative glass balls, funky animals and trains.
1742 Polk St.
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 290-8875
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Terrasol is a Nob Hill boutique filled to the brim with all manner of gift items. This shop carries toys, bath items, furniture, jewelry and more. Each year immediately following Halloween, Terrasol undergoes a Christmastime transformation complete with tabletop displays and decorated trees. Ornament options range from heavy glass German ones to the nostalgic and illuminated. For those looking to get into the holiday spirit while browsing for ornaments, make sure to swing by Terrasol.
660 Bridgeway
Sausalito, CA 94965
(415) 332-7432
www.theholidayshoppe.com
Located just over the bridge in Sausalito, The Holiday Shoppe is just what it sounds like. The store carries everything for the holidays from ornaments and hooks to miniature cityscape displays and nativity sets. With what is likely the largest selection in the Bay Area, The Holiday Shoppe stocks a massive choice of ornaments including traditional Santas and snowmen, as well as the more unusual Elvis and Sponge Bob. The shop also stocks several lines of customizable ornaments.
601 Irving St.
San Francisco, CA 94122
(415) 242-5540
www.wishbonesf.com
Open seven days a week, the Inner Sunset's Wishbone is a sweet little gift shop that carries something for everyone. The store stocks a wide variety of toys, housewares, stationery and jewelry. Around the holidays, Wishbone brings in a good selection of unique Christmas ornaments. With affordable prices and plenty to browse through, Wishbone is a must-stop when looking for something to adorn the tree.
55 Potrero Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 436-9500
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Specialty store Dandelion has been a San Francisco fixture for close to 50 years. The shop is dedicated to celebrating all things seasonal and holiday through the sale of a mix of home goods, garden wares, books and toys. Swing by the Potrero store front during the holidays to peruse the eclectic mix of affordable Christmas ornaments. Keep an eye out for complimentary egg nog.
