At the start of August, a new craft cafe that combines hands-on creative activities with a community gathering space opened its doors in the Sunset District, drawing hundreds of residents to its grand opening.
Sunset Commons, on Irving Street at 17th Avenue, welcomed nearly 300 people on Aug. 2 after founders Carmen Luk and Steven Lee spent more than a year making the idea a reality. The space offers workshops, craft supplies and a small cafe in what the owners describe as a unique combination for the neighborhood.
“There aren’t many places to socialize like this; this cafe concept with craft kits is so unique,” said Sunset resident Xuha Ly. “I admire that the owners are young and running this business.”…