Love this place! A well curated selection of fun and tasty delights. Definitely the spot for all…read morethe most import provisions.

It's a wonderful little shop with all kinds of gifts, foods, spirits, etc. if you need a nice…read morebottle of wine or a great gift, it's really a one stop shop. The employees are also wonderful and very helpful!

What a darling little shop. Every time I need to get something local, truly Chicago and well made I…read moredrop in here. Wonderful quality, darling items on a wide scale - and very friendly staff. A way to spend money wisely and help local artists very happy.

Small gift shop in Rogers Park located in a Loyola building. They have offerings from local artists…read morewhich is neat plus Loyola themed gifts. Only thing is that I wish it was bigger.

Went to an absolutely FUN opening here - Shane Swank and Steve Walters showed their art here last…read morenight. There is much to love here! ART, books, gifts, unusual items, gifts and a really great vibe. GO HERE, shop local, and let's help this business thrive!!

Super cool shop filled with lots of fun art and gifts. Run by two artists, they curate items from…read moretheir vast network of local friends and artists. Great addition to Rodgers Park

A cute little gift shop in Evanston. I found some postcards to send to friends, but they also have…read morehome decor, jewelry and other gifts all packed into this little storefront. Worth a stop if you are nearby.

Yesterday we participated in our first successful Small Business Saturday…read more Stumble and Relish was on my bookmarks list and this time I had reason to go! There are many lovely crafted items. So many unique finds too! They have Evanston-centric decor and souvenirs so if you're looking for that perfect gift for yourself or a loved one, you're sure to find it here. After making your purchase, they will box your items (free of charge) upon request. This is my first opportunity shopping local and after my visit here, it won't be my last!

A great little shop to ENJOY! Filled with so many unique items from cups, notepads, candy,…read moreunique knick knacks , Chicago themed items and so many other items . A perfect place to find unique gifts. The store is well laid out by category of item. A great place to browse for things you did not know you needed or unique items to gift.

This store is SO. STINKIN. CUTE!!!! I can't believe I've never noticed it before. I stumbled in…read morerandomly one day and left with gifts for multiple people in my life, even though I have no upcoming occasion to give them a gift. They just have so many unique, niche things. From politics to puzzles to books to candy to stickers to jewelry...there is truly something for everyone. This is totally joining my list of must-visits around the holidays!

I decided to walk into Foursided on a whim and I'm so glad that I did! This is one of the cutest…read moreshops I've been to in a while. There is so much to look at and the whole store is curated beautifully, so it feels like a cohesive collection rather than clutter. I found a ton of things that I fell on love with. This is the perfect place to pick up a gift or some artwork. They had a ton of Chicago specific items, so it would be a great place to grab a souvenir. I'll be back here for sure. It is too cute to resist!

This place brings me warm fuzzy feelings just by walking inside. When you walk in you are bombarded…read morewith color, stimulation, and maximalism. Get ready to have fun. Foursided is a great place to get gifts, candles, local artwork, small plant pots, baby books, cards, and more. The people working were talking about House of Dragons while I was shopping and they gave me the vibes that they wouldn't be upset if I jumped into the conversation! Once you make your purchase they take off the price tags in case you are gifting the items which saves me a little time in the long run. They have tons of cards to choose from, making this a prime spot to go to get someone a gift. An extra bonus is a lot of the merchandise is from local artists and Chicago-themed.

When it comes to marketplaces that really honor the crafts people and illustrators you can't really…read moretop Andersonville Galleria. The products are all one of a kind and offer unique gifts that will make you stand out. The vendors are all pretty affordable and highly suggest to come here for Christmas shopping. It's even better than four sided gift shop down the street at times! Check out the "make art take art" box outside. I find some amazing treasures in there and it's one of the coolest things in the town

I have nothing personal against this store or the people who sell there, but for me it was…read moreunderwhelming. There is a lot of stuff, but it is very generic. The "art" they sell is the kind that goes on a greeting card or t-shirt. Some booths sell crafts like you can find on Etsy--upcycled clothes and amigurumi or felt toys (which were cute enough but nothing amazing). Others sell imported items. It wasn't always clear if they were fair trade or not. In fact, that was one of the things that bugged me: many booths' lack of transparency on where these items were made/who made them. A lot of items looked mass produced, so it was hard to tell what wasn't. Basically this store exemplifies what happens when you commercialize art. Everything converges under market pressure and ends up looking the same. Personally antique malls are my style. They have a similar concept (many vendors in one space), but much more interesting and greater variety of items.

This is where to go if someone wants something with Chicago theme, from beanies to Tshirts to tea…read moretowels. A long narrow shop with more in at than meets the eye. The prices are on and everyone working is friendly.

Transit Tees is the BEST place to find Chicago goods. The team is great and friendly and I will…read morecontinue ordering from them always!

I was looking online for good deals on wine tasting and came across this place. I'm so glad I went…read moreto check it out! The ambiance is super nice, big windows and plants and lots of wood decor. It has a very local, casual vibe, and many of the people there seem to be regulars. I went for the wine tasting, which they offer every Thursday from 5-7pm. The tasting costs only $5, but it is free with any purchase. We bought the red wine cheese set for around $13, so we got our wine for free. They also kindly cut and arranged the cheese for us, and it was perfect for two people. We got to try four wines: Italo Cescon Pinot Grigio, Schild Estate GMS, Viva Valentina Sangiovese, and Chateau Kefraya Les Breteches. The GMS and sangiovese were definitely my favorite. It was a really great experience! Everyone was really friendly, the price was incredible, and the wine was high quality. I definitely hope to be back here.

I came in to this place on a Sunday morning and was pleasantly surprised by the three-piece, live…read morejazz band playing ...great background music! This place is super cute and offers something for everyone. From self-service wine tastings (think wine on tap that remains fresh via magic?), to beers chilled in a cooler, to a few beers on tap, a few spirits...did I mention fancy soda's too?!?! Don't miss the bathroom...the "Sunday in the Park" hand-painted mural allegedly has 9 subtle changes that have been modified to reflect the area/owner. And speaking of the owner, Liz, she popped in and within minutes seemed to be making an effort to talk to her patrons - really nice person. I had a grilled goat cheese w/fig sandwich that was awesome! Staff was friendly too. I'll be coming back once I decide which event I want to attend: wine tasting Thursdays, Friday evening bands, Sunday Jazz brunch, or Movie nights.

Gorgeous selection of truly unique items. This is my go-to store for glassware and special gifts…read more Don't listen to the negative reviews, the prices are worth it -- you're paying for the work of someone finding and curating these items which you may otherwise not find yourself. That's invaluable!

Described on their website as "An Art Deco and Art Nouveau Concept Store," so if you are…read morecultivating an historical vibe, this is the shop to check out for decor and gifts! Lots of flappers will be found, as well as cocktail accoutrements, trinket trays, jewelry, stationery, and bath products.