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Stop by our booth at Folsom!!

stormyleather — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:15:48 GMT

Stop by and say hello to the Stockroom at our Folsom Street Fair booth, located on Folsom Street between 10th St & Dore Alley! Meet Male Stockroom models and Raging Stallion stars Steve Cruz and Bruno Bond at our booth from 3 - 5 pm, and get your 2009 Male Stockroom print catalog signed by our fabulous cover stars. Or pick up an autographed copy of The Trap- Bruno Bond's sexy directorial debut – which will be available for purchase during the fair.

Rough Sex Workshop With the Knotty Boys - Aug 20th

stormyleather — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 22:15:07 GMT

Thursday August 20th @ 7:30 Sometimes a lover just wants to be "taken," but the trick is how to control your lover--without letting things (and yourself) get out of control. In this innovative, intensive workshop, JD and Dan, a.k.a. the Two Knotty Boys, put their demo models through their paces to teach you a wide variety of rope bondage and other techniques for safely practicing the art of aggressive sensuality. Dan and JD will show you simple moves and positions that almost anyone can use to help gain a sexual advantage, even with a partner who outweighs you. You'll learn how to use rope, household items and even your own or each other's clothing as tools for creative, adventurous, memorable sex. If possible, please bring one 10' and one 30'length of 3/8' to 7/16' diameter rope, plus a belt and a pillowcase (but limited supplies will be available). Attending with a partner is recommended for practice, but not required. For info on Two KnottyBoys, visit http//www.twoknottyboys.com Get tickets @ Stormy Leather Retail Store or online @ http://www.stormyleather.com/product.asp?3=2146

Mike West's Partial Suspension for Complete Sadist's

stormyleather — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 00:06:05 GMT

Thursday July 16th @ 7:30 If you love rope and you love to hurt people or be hurt, this class is for you. You'll learn and/or experience tying and hoisting techniques that can be challenging and painful in their own right, and open the door for S&M with other implements. In this class you will: • learn my theories on challenging ties • discuss various ways of installing overhead points at home or on the go • lean how to properly tie and test a suspension ring to an overhead point • discuss the advantages of partial suspensions for sadistic ends • review "hands-on" the "captured bands" and "captured bight" as the foundations of an arm/chest binding • learn "hands-on" the complete arm/chest binding • explore various ways to complete the partial suspension • see and (time permitting) practice other partial suspensions Couples and singles welcome, but everyone participates! Singles should be willing to both tie and be tied. Those wishing to be tied (including singles) should wear supple yet form fitting clothes. NO JEANS. Bring a towel or yoga mat and juice or a small snack! Bring 4 lengths of 25'-30' hemp or jute rope. Please do not bring cotton or synthetic fiber rope Get your tickets here at Stormy Leather or Online @ http://www.stormyleather.com/product.asp?3=2107

It's Your Bag: Erotic Enema and BDSM

stormyleather — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 00:03:24 GMT

It's Your Bag: Erotic Enema and BDSM May 15th, 7:30 pm Like playing Doctor? Like having the ultimate control over your submissive? Then enemas might just be for you! This class will provide a comprehensive look at the history of the enema, it's use in medicine and health, and the ease with which it blends into traditional BDSM scenes. Class participants will receive a full overview of the "nuts and bolts" of enema equipment and administering an enema, as well as a live demo of the procedure. General misconceptions about enemas and all safety issues will be discussed. The instructors will provide tips on setting up medical scenes and integrating enemas into scenes of all kinds. Lovers of education, Naughty Doc and Naughty Nurse have shared their knowledge of Enemas with eager friends in the community, and now, they bring it to you! Presenter Bio: Naughtydoc is a kinky bastard and proud of it. He happily played doctor with some lucky ladies in preschool and never looked back. Even though Naughtydoc is new to the scene, he has made great efforts to teach, volunteer, and help out in any way possible. In addition to being a much in demand kink instructor, he currently books educational programs for a dungeon in Santa Clara as well as helps to plan and produce themed parties. Moreover, as an ambassador for SBTNG (a kinky organization for South Bay area players, ages 18-35) Naughtydoc has helped organize young kinksters in the area and is always glad to give information and advice to those interested in being a part of their local leather community. If that weren't enough, Naughtydoc and his wife (naughtynurse) are hosting Efest West 2009 (www.efestwest.com ), an enema and medical fetish centered event where e-lovers can meet other kinksters, take classes, watch demos, participate in discussions, and have fun watching a medical fetish fashion show. While married and monogamous, Naughtydoc and the nurse have been known to school enema virgins in the ways of the bag through private play sessions. Attendees will receive 10% off all Stormy Leather purchases ***PLEASE NOTE: These tickets will NOT BE SHIPPED TO YOU. Your name and the number of tickets purchased will be on record at the register; please be prepared with photo ID when you check in for the class. Class starts at 7:30p.m., and seats fill quickly, so we recommend arriving by 7:00. Advance tickets are non-refundable. Admission will be $30 at the door. Email bunny@stormyleather.com with any questions.

Shock and Awe: Beyond Beginning with Daddy Darin

stormyleather — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 23:41:39 GMT

Shock and Awe: Beyond Beginning Electrical Play with Daddy Darin Are you ready to electrify your sex life? Are you tired of the same old scenes? Then our Shock and Awe Electrical Play class is just what you need to put the spark back in your bedroom or Beyond. This class is open to everyone from curious first-timers to seasoned veterans. If you are looking for instruction in safe electrical play on a whole new level, this is the class for you. Featuring multiple electro-sex units, Darin's class will give you the tools you need to intensify your play scenes by incorporating electrical techniques into your kinky repertoire Darin will only briefly cover basic safety and usage knowledge, so as to leave the majority of the class free to teach more advanced play. If you feel you need a little more of the basics our Stormy Leather staff will be giving basic safety and set up demonstrations prior to the class. Just stop by a little early and let us satisfy your curiosity. Please also be comfortable with full male and female nudity, penetration/insertion, and witnessing fire play. Stormy Leather will offer 10% off ALL ELECTRICAL GEAR to attendees, so check out our site and the Stockroom's collection of toys and make a wish list before you come by. $25 Advance Purchase; $30 at the door Stormy Leather 1158 Howard Street San Francisco, CA 94103 800.486.9650 Tickets can be purchased at www.stormyleather.com or email bunny@stormyleather.com

The Art of Feminine Dominance I

stormyleather — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:13:12 GMT

February 19th, 7:30pm @ Stormy Leather Retail Store Elegance, power and confidence. Do you want to know how to be a dominant without being a bitch? How do you find a sexy and effective style of dominance? Midori will share with you her secrets of the feminine art of dominance. She will discuss the psychology, politics, practical exercises, techniques, fashion and more. This class is not limited to a gender, but for all who harbor the powerful woman within! Something for everyone from the novice to the experienced player. Attendees will get 10%-20% off all Stormy Leather Merchandise. $25 in advance, $30 at the door RSVPs requested; purchasing tickets in advance from Stormy Leather's website, over the phone, or in the store automatically adds your name and the number in your party to the list. Please e-mail any questions to bunny@StormyLeather.com.

6 Maybe 7 Earth Shattering Climaxes

stormyleather — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 21:50:27 GMT

Wow, if you weren't here last night for Mike West's Class, Go-Go Gadget Bondage that you definitely missed out on an amazing performance. His lovely rope displays encased around a beautifully open beauty made to one of the best educational demonstrations that has come across Stormy Leather's doors. He showed us how to tie vibrating toys into our ropes so we can sit back and watch them squirm into submission. His lovely victim was contorted into so many positions you couldn't help but to want to save her from his evil clutches, but then the devil himself would flick an tiny little switch and her torments were buzzed away by the unearthly vibrations of the Hitachi Magic Wand. Mike ended the show with a bang using a hogtie rope technique with the anal hook and his lovely victim was again sent into a fury of orgasms. So, honestly, if you ever get to see one of Mike West's intimate classes, jump for the opportunity because you won't regret it. Do you know why the Hitachi is the best of the best of vibrators, it seams like a normal back massager right? Wrong! All other back massagers have the motor in the handle, where as the Hitachi has all the horsepower right in the head. This and many other tid-bits of information can be learned at many of classes, keep a close eye out for our next one, you don't want to miss it!

Go-Go Gadget Bondage January 15, 2009

stormyleather — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:24:29 GMT

Here's a great class taught by the infamous scoundrel himself, Mike West. This class will show you how to tie for and around dildos, plugs, eggs, hooks, and vibrators, including the H-Bomb of vibrators, the H*tachi Magic Wand. The class will be in a lecture and demonstration format (as opposed to a hands on workshop,) designed to be friendly to singles and those who are more comfortable watching and getting ideas rather than participating step-by-step. (Although, students will find ample room if they would like to play along with a partner.) Come in for the class and get 10% off your purchase, and 15% off select gadgets! ***PLEASE NOTE: These tickets will NOT BE SHIPPED TO YOU. Your name and the number of tickets purchased will be on record at the register; please be prepared with photo ID when you check in for the class. Class starts at 7:30p.m., and seats fill quickly, so we recommend arriving by 7:00. Advance tickets are non-refundable. Admission will be $30 at the door. Email bunny@stormyleather.com with any questions.

Don't forget Midori's class this Thursday

stormyleather — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 20:10:26 GMT

Get your tickets before they sell out!!!!! Here's a class for fun-loving, wicked tops and for bottoms who enjoy a challenge. A predicament bondage creates a situation where the bottom is between a rock and a hard place.' Which ever direction the bottom moves has consequences, either physical or psychological. It can challenge your endurance, your pain threshold, or your pride. The class will include several demos, and you may have an opportunity to volunteer for one. If you're a service bottom or an escape artist, you may get a new challenge! November 6th $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Class @ 7:30 but get there at 7:00 to get an amazing seats Stormy Leather will offer 10% off SELECTED STORMY LEATHER GEAR to attendees, so check out our site and the Stockroom's collection of toys and make a wish list before you come by. Spreader Bars! Restrain Cuffs! Double Snap Clips! Piercing Forceps! Small Rampley Forceps! Curb Tip Surgeon's Safety Scissors! And Don't Forget Midori's Amazing Books! The Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage, Wild Side Sex: The Book for Kink, Master Han's Daughter, Toybag Guide to Foot and Shoe Worship RSVP's requested; purchasing tickets in advance from Stormy Leather's website, over the phone, or in the store automatically adds your name and the number in your party to the list. Please e-mail any questions to Bunny@stormyleather.com

11-6 class by Midori: Predicament Bondage!

stormyleather — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 20:48:54 GMT

Here's a class for fun-loving, wicked tops and for bottoms who enjoy a challenge. A predicament bondage creates a situation where the bottom is between a rock and a hard place.' Which ever direction the bottom moves has consequences, either physical or psychological. It can challenge your endurance, your pain threshold, or your pride. The class will include several demos, and you may have an opportunity to volunteer for one. If you're a service bottom or an escape artist, you may get a new challenge! November 6th $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Class @ 7:30 but get there at 7:00 to get an amazing seats Stormy Leather will offer 10% off SELECTED STORMY LEATHER GEAR to attendees, so check out our site and the Stockroom's collection of toys and make a wish list before you come by. Spreader Bars! Restrain Cuffs! Double Snap Clips! Piercing Forceps! Small Rampley Forceps! Curb Tip Surgeon's Safety Scissors! And Don't Forget Midori's Amazing Books! The Seductive Art of Japanese Bondage, Wild Side Sex: The Book for Kink, Master Han's Daughter, Toybag Guide to Foot and Shoe Worship RSVP's requested; purchasing tickets in advance from Stormy Leather's website, over the phone, or in the store automatically adds your name and the number in your party to the list. Please e-mail any questions to Bunny@stormyleather.com

Save the date OCTOBER 17

stormyleather — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 01:19:42 GMT

On October 17th come join us for a decadent evening of voyeuristic debauchery with the opening reception of our latest and greatest art exhibit VoyeuriS/M. Are you an engaged spectator? Do you want to be the peeping Tom for a night? Does the idea of peering through a window of an unspecting beauty painting her face in the tiniest of panties excite you? If so, then you should come out to our infamous dungeon for a glorious night of art, refreshments and overall arousal. With local artists displaying their beautiful work, and live acts of undeniable voyeuristic pleasure the crew here at Stormy Leather guarantee you an amazing experience, and a night to go down in your book of hedonistic encounters. As of right now come check out the art that is up, support your local artists and get a taste of the opening reception. Have a beautiful day, <3 All of us here at Stormy Leather

All Leather Pants $50

stormyleather — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 20:47:18 GMT

Yes this is for real, ALL OF OUR LEATHER PANTS $50!! Come in for our Pre-Folsom Street Fair Sale, and pick up some sweet leather pants, c'mon you know kahki's can't cut it for the festival. Also all of our garments and accessories are completely 10% OFF!!!!, so get your ass in here and deck yourself out for the fair. It's only a week away!! Have a beautiful day, <3 all of us here at Stormy Leather 1158 Howard St San Francisco Ca.

Pre-Folsom Sale!!!!!!

stormyleather — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 01:12:09 GMT

Ready for Folsom? Really? Did you just figure you would wear what you wore last year? I don’t think so, you have to look your best, and looking your best doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to saw off your arm and leg just to look good. 10% or more off all garments and accessories here at Stormy Leather: look your best, feel sexy, and most of all save money. This Pre-Folsom Sale only lasts until Sunday the 28th the day of the notorious Folsom Street Fair. Come down to the store, and say Hi to the new staff!!! 1158 Howard St. San Francisco Ca Have a beautiful day - all of us here at Stormy!

Intermediate electrical play!

stormyleather — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 19:55:21 GMT

Are you ready to electrify your sex life? Whether you've taken Darin's "Intro to Electrical Play" at Stormy Leather or the Citadel, or you've gotten the basics down on your own and are ready for instruction in safe play on a new level, this is the class for you. Featuring multiple electro-sex units, Darin's class will give you the tools you need to intensify your sensation, medical, and impact play scenes by incorporating electrical techniques for intermediate and advanced players. Please come to this class armed with basic safety and usage knowledge - Darin will only briefly cover these topics so as to leave the majority of the class free to teach more advanced play. Please also be comfortable with full male and female nudity, penetration/insertion, and witnessing fire play. Stormy Leather will offer 10% off ALL ELECTRICAL GEAR to attendees, so check out our site and the Stockroom's collection of toys and make a wish list before you come by. We're also giving class participants a special SNEAK PREVIEW of our Folsom Street Fair sale, which officially starts on the 14th. Your RSVP gains all-day access on the 12th, with discounts on all men's and women's wearables and an additional 10% off our new sale section - you don't want to miss this chance! Class starts promptly at 7:30; we recommend arriving at 7:00 to get great seats! Tickets are $20 in advance by coming to the Stormy Leather retail store, calling us at 800-486-9650, or visiting http://stormyleather.com. Tickets are $25 after 7:30pm the day prior to the class. Please e-mail Bunny@stormyleather.com with any questions. Stormy Leather 1158 Howard St between 7th and 8th

Tomorrow night!

stormyleather — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 01:42:28 GMT

Only one day left before Mike West brings Shibari at Any Size to Stormy Leather - don't have your tickets yet? Visit http://www.stormyleather.com now to get in on what's "bound" to be another amazing class!

Final reminder!

stormyleather — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 21:45:06 GMT

If you're reading tribe right now, get off the computer, out into the beautiful day, and head to Stormy Leather to meet Blade Bannon, author of My Mentor, My Guide: A Handbook for Daddies and Boys for the New Generation! Blade will be at the store from 4pm on, so come by and join us for light refreshments and great company! Stormy Leather 1158 Howard St between 7th and 8th in SoMa 800-486-9650 http://stormyleather.com

Upcoming events at Stormy Leather

stormyleather — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:10:15 GMT

July 26th, join us at 4pm to meet Blade T Bannon, author of "My Mentor, My Guide: A handbook for Daddies and Boys for the New Generation," who will be signing copies here at the retail store in San Francisco. Light refreshments will be available, and our Up Your Alley weekend sale will be in full swing, so be sure to stop by! On August 14th, Mike West returns to Stormy Leather to teach Shibari at Any Size - a rope bondage class full of tips for tying larger and smaller body types. 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., $25 at the door, $20 if purchased in advance on our website - head to http://www.stormyleather.com and click through to the main page to purchase your tickets now! Tickets are now also available for Darin's Intermediate Electrical Play class on September 12 at 7:30 p.m.; if you took his introductory class earlier this year at the Citadel or last fall here at Stormy Leather, this class is the perfect follow-up for taking your electrical play scenes to the next level. There's always lots going on at Stormy - if you have an idea for an event, would like to teach a class, or would like to submit artwork for consideration in future gallery shows, e-mail Kirsten @ stormyleather dot com!

Blade T. Bannon @ Stormy Leather!

stormyleather — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:42:48 GMT

Kick off Up Your Alley weekend by joining us for an afternoon with Blade T. Bannon, author of "My Mentor, My Guide." Meet the author, have him sign your new copy of the book, and pick up any last-minute needs for the festivities to follow at Bay of Pigs and the next day's street fair. Lubes to leashes, harnesses to hoods, cock rings to codpieces; we've got the finishing touches or the full package for you here. Light refreshments will be available; feel free to e-mail Kirsten at StormyLeather dot com with any questions.

Pride sale starts TOMORROW!

stormyleather — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 01:00:59 GMT

SF PRIDE 2008: United by Pride, Bound for Equality Does anyone else feel like the kinky tie-in here was just too good to pass up??? To honor this year's SF Pride theme, all BONDAGE gear in the store is 10% off through July 9th! BDSM standards like cuffs, rope, and bondage tape are just the beginning - come browse our collection of elaborate training gags, hoods that provide anything from mild to complete sensory deprivation, and straitjackets that are almost too beautiful to be that devious. While you're in, make sure to check out our men's and women's chest and body harnesses, jocks and thongs in a vast array of colors and materials, and sensational masks from around the world. Pride celebrations are already underway, and nowhere offers a better selection of see-and-be-seen fetish garb than Stormy Leather, now also home to JT's Stockroom gear and Syren Latex garments. Some restrictions may apply; see associate for details. Use discount code PRIDE08 at Stockroom -dot- com. Enter PRIDE08 under "special instructions" at StormyLeather -dot- com. E-mail Kirsten -at- StormyLeather -dot- com with any questions.

SEXICON: The Art and Language of Erotica

stormyleather — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 01:14:44 GMT

The Living Room Collective proudly presents its third annual SEXICON: the art and language of erotica, an erotic art party for the masses. SEXICON brings together the vanilla and the kink, the boys and the girls, the straight & narrow, the queer & wide-open and everyone in between! In its third incarnation, SEXICON has bridged the Bay for the first time, and will open in the lovely and lusty San Francisco. Teaming up with Stormy Leather, The Living Room Collective has compiled a wide array of erotica to fill the South of Market mixed gender leather and kink venue in a way that reflects not only Stormy's clientele, but the broad spectrum of sexuality that exists in the bay area. Unlike other art exhibitions, the Living Room strives to create a participatory and interactive art show, and invites the public to dress sexy, however that is interpreted by the individual. SEXICON will include visual art from: Danyol, Mika Pontecorva, Ashanta Riley-Person, the Femme Coloring Book, Cinthia Dennis, Crystal Sylver, Guillermo Rodriguez, event photographer, S.N. Jacobson and many more. Live events will include a Stormy Leather fashion show, topless palm reading, a live drawing booth, a shibari (Japanese rope bondage) demonstration, dominatrix Mistress Gabriella, erotic literature readings, drag performance by Ambrosia Salad (House of Salad) and DJ Bearded Lady (Chilidog!) will be mixing tunes to get you and keep you in the mood. SEXICON will take place Saturday, June 7th at 8pm, and will go till 11:30pm. Admission will be on a sliding scale, with a suggested donation of $5. The exhibiting artist will be featured in an ongoing exhibit at Stormy Leather through Sunday, August 3rd. Stormy Leather is located at: 1158 Howard Street (between 7th and 8th Sts.) San Francisco, CA 94103 www.stormyleather.com About The Living Room: The Living Room opened in October, 2005 with the goal of showcasing emerging local artists, writers, performers, and musicians. Disembarking from its original space in South Berkeley in late 2007, the members of the Living Room Collective continue to host some of the Bay Area's most exciting art and music events at venues across the bay area. http://www.myspace.com/livingroomcollective

Reminder - one week left!

stormyleather — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 00:29:08 GMT

Are you always on the lookout for new ways to enjoy your male bottom or submissive? Do you want to prolong your play sessions with sensations and devices that offer greater variety? Have you ever been perusing the men's goods at your favorite kink shop only to wonder, "What do you suppose that's for?" or "How do you put this one on?" Join us on April 24th at Stormy Leather for "Fun with His Bits", a workshop dedicated to exploring male genital play, where Midori will address these topics and more. In a class open to and with offerings for beginners and experienced players alike, Midori's customary comical and engaging presentation style will provide a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere where you will add new dimensions to your repertoire. Been to this class before, you say? You might think you have… But we've added a new element that not only significantly increases the amount of time for class participation and Q&A, but one that will also ensure that you leave this event with a complete understanding of – and an opportunity to try out - every piece of equipment featured, regardless of whether or not you attend with a partner. Curious? You should be… Come to Stormy Leather and find out what Midori's got in store for this exciting workshop; we assure you, you'll be glad you did! Date: Thursday, April 24th Time: 7:30 p.m. - 9:45 p.m. (approximate) RSVPs *strongly recommended* - purchase your tickets via the web, phone, or at the Stormy Leather retail store. Online: http://www.stormyleather.com/ Phone: 800-486-9650 In-store: 1158 Howard St. between 7th & 8th; 12pm-7pm daily. Attendees will receive 20% off purchases made the night of the class, so show up early to take advantage of this exclusive offer! Please e-mail any questions to Kirsten at Stormy Leather dot com. Discount does not apply to already-clearance-priced items and may not be combined with other offers.

Wanna trade?

stormyleather — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 20:51:43 GMT

Are you or is someone you know a carpenter or crafts(wo)man? Do you have experience building basic structures? Would you like to discuss doing some work for Stormy and receiving store credit for your labor? Send me a message or e-mail me at kirsten @ stormyleather dot com - I need a stage in this place by April 24th!

Midori: Fun with His Bits!

stormyleather — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 00:53:23 GMT

Negotiation with Integrity, a workshop with Chris English

stormyleather — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 00:43:54 GMT

Would you like more confidence in your play? More variety? To play more? Would you like to learn how to ask for what you want? To know when to decline? Or to feel safer overall in your play? Negotiation skills can help with all of these things as well as many other areas of life. Unfortunately many people think that negotiation is just about tricks for manipulating or controlling other people. Come spend an evening developing your sense of integrity and learning more effective ways of communicating what you want sincerely and authentically. This workshop will consist of some discussion with plenty of exercises, support, and encouragement suitable for anyone of any play or skill level. 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 27th Stormy Leather, 1158 Howard St., San Francisco Advance purchase tickets are $20 - purchase them at http://stormyleather.com, in the retail store, or by calling 800-486-9650 or 415-626-1672. Tickets will be $25 after 7pm on the night before the event, so visit the website and get yours now! Additionally, those who arrive early to shop will receive 20% off purchases made prior to the start of the class - don't miss out! Please feel free to e-mail Kirsten@stormyleather.com with any questions. Discount applies to all non-clearance items and cannot be combined with any other offer.

SF Fetish Ball is coming right up!

stormyleather — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 19:52:16 GMT

Thursday night kicks off San Francisco's biggest fetish event of the year, and we want to see you there! Get your tickets at Stormy Leather and save 15% on your purchases, from outfits to wear for the events to gear to use when you get home from them... Don't miss out!