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2023 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
Dear Friends, We encourage you to shop small on Small Business Saturday and throughout the holiday season as you shop for gifts for your loved ones. That’s why we created this handy gift guide! By shopping at independent businesses, you can invest in your local economy, promote a unique, vibrant community, and get top-notch customer service from your neighbors. No matter your holiday budget, you can find something for everyone on your list right here in Northcenter! Whether you’re shopping for foodies or fashionistas, crafters or craft beer enthusiasts, we will help you find that perfect something that will make their eyes light up. Be sure to take advantage of our #ShopNorthcenter incentive program! Spend $100 between at least two Northcenter businesses and receive a $25 gift card to a local business of your choice (where available). November 25–December 31, 2023. Details at northcenterchamber.com. With Warm Wishes and Holiday Cheer, The Northcenter Chamber of Commerce Staff Photo Credit: Steven E. Gross, except as noted.
Gifts for Kids At Chicago’s newest onestop-shop for recycled products for kids and teens, you'll find an amazing selection of clothing, footwear, toys, electronics, equipment, and more at up to 80% off their original price. Prices vary at Kidzmax Chicago.
Share a nostalgic moment with your kids at Dizzy Cow, a charming 1920s shop selling vintage candies and toys. Prices vary at Dizzy Cow. (Store Photo)
Northcenter's very own children's consignment shop has a wide variety of games, crafts, clothing and more sizes newborn to 14. Prices vary at Kangaroo Kids.
Gifts Under $35
These all natural soaps were handmade in Chicago by Nature's Trace Co. $10 at Production Mode. (Store Photo) Try the Botanical Express coffee, with a sweet fruit, medium body, and balanced flavor. Roasted by Conscious Cup in Crystal Lake, IL. Coffee $16, Coffee Cup $10 at Botanical Café.
Elevate your self-care routine to a new level of luxury with Body Oil Candles. Light them up for a soothing ambiance, then drizzle the warm oil onto your skin for an indulgent moisturizing experience. $28 at The Love U Collective. (Store Photo) Crafted with a blend of skin-loving oils, these Intention Setting Oils are paired with a positive affirmation to align your chakras. $10 at The Love U Collective. (Store Photo)
Stay warm and stylish with organic cotton socks by Conscious Step that give back to meaningful causes. $16 at embellish chicago. (Store Photo)
These giant playing cards by Brass Monkey are perfect for displaying on a coffee table when not in use. $24 at Hawthorne.
Celebrate with Family
These Beach Blue Plates made by Susan Messer McBride are sure to be admired on your holiday table! Prices vary at Mind Clay Body. (Store Photo)
This Wine-ter Advent Calendar is a great gift for the host with the most! 12 days of 1/2 bottle wine! $149.99 at Bottles & Cans. (Store Photo)
Host your next holiday dinner with an array of locally crafted sauces and drinks. Prices vary at L&M Fine Foods.
Printed on thick, textured paper, this card and envelope set features sunflowers, rhododendron, cornflower, water lilies, and more - perfect for heartfelt holiday letters! Card Set $18.95, Pencils $3 at Bari Zaki Studio. (Store Photo)
Impress your guests with beautiful wooden salad spoons and embroidered napkins at your holiday dinner. Spoons $39, Napkins $24 at Hawthorne.
Give the gift of memories with a gift certificate for a session with Sharon Gaietto Photography, or decorate your home or office with beautiful prints. Gift Certificates start at $25 ($250 covers a session). (Store Photo)
Create an unforgettable centerpiece with this painted bird vase and accompanying small dishes. Vase $38, Small Trays $8 at Hawthorne.
Show your neighbors just how festive you can be while giving back to St. Matthias School! Starting at $49.95 through Lynch Creek Fundraising. (Store Photo)
Drink in style with a set of textured French glasses. $58 for a set of four at Hawthorne.
Warm & Cozy
Celebrate Delmark Records' 70 year history with a long sleeve shirt, hoodie and beanie.Shirt $30-$40. Hoodie $50, Beanie $25 at Delmark Records.
These soft 100% organic cotton hats were knit and hand dyed in California by Hats for Healing. $42 at embellish chicago. (Store Photo)
These beautiful, earth friendly blankets are a true dream. They are incredibly soft and luxurious, and have been sustainably and ethically made of 100% Ring-Spun Turkish cotton. $75 at The Eco Flamingo.
Stay warm and stylish with a European linen gauze scarf by Cella. $40-$95 at Production Mode (Store Photo)
Gifts for the Home
Offering all of the benefits of sponges and paper towels with none of the drawbacks, these Wettex dishcloths are 15x more absorbent than a typical dishcloth. $2.50 at The Eco Flamingo.
Soaked in Santa Maria Novella's Melograno fragrance, this handcrafted terracotta diffuser slowly releases fragrances into the air. $75 at Merz Apothecary. (Store Photo)
These unique enamel trays and bowls come in a variety of colors. Tray $35, Bowl $35 at Hawthorne.
Repot your favorite houseplant in a Mini Rainbow Planter handmade in Chicago by Commune Pottery. $75 at Production Mode. (Store Photo)
Snap-closed corners and stylish painted leather make this the perfect catchall tray for keys, change, and more! $44 at Hawthorne.
Add some whimsical flare to your garden with this stoneware frog watering pitcher. $34 at Hawthorne.
Add unique wood fired mugs created by Susan Messer McBride to your kitchen. Prices vary at Mind Clay Body. (Store Photo)
Upgrade your kitchen with a one of a kind knife forged in-house by a local knife maker. $475-$600 at Northside Cutlery.
Gifts with Style This deco lapis necklace with 14k gold filled chain and gold-plated pendant is sure to impress. $72 at Production Mode. (Store Photo)
The Aurora Ring with Pink Spinel & Diamonds in 14k yellow gold is one of a kind! A subtle asymmetry has been added to the ring as an ode to the dancing waves of light that create Aurora Borealis. $1680 at Tytin Jewelry. (Store Photo)
Made in-house of vegetable tanned leather sourced from Chicago's Horween Tannery, this leather flight bag is perfect for an overnight trip, for commuting, or as a carry-on. $595 at Production Mode. (Store Photo)
These asymmetrical gold plated brass earrings and double knot ring were made in Chicago by Lindsay Lewis. Earrings $94, Ring $72 at Production Mode. (Store Photo)
This Industrial Wool Felt Top and Leather Skirt were made in-house with felt sourced from Michigan and vegetable tanned leathers from Chicago's Horween Tannery. Pieces are available off the rack or can be made to measure. Top $225, Skirt $525 at Production Mode. (Store Photo)
Designed by local artist Abby Alley and skillfully made by her artisan partners in Kenya, this sling bag is a favorite at embellish chicago. You can't go wrong with its sleek and functional design. $275 at embellish chicago. (Store Photo)
Treat Yourself
Embrace natural, artisanal skincare with a Body Butter or Sugar Scrub Minis Gift Set. Perfect for sampling or gifting, these sets of seven will take you on a journey through Give yourself or a friend the gift aromatic bliss and skincare benefits. $50 at The Love U of relaxation. A Winter Special Collective. (Store Photo) Massage starts at $70 at Chicago Holistic. (Stock Photo)
You'll love these semi precious stone drops on sterling silver or gold filled chains created by customer favorite and local artist, Rach B. Starting at $72 at embellish chicago.
Enhance your nighttime routine with a lavender eye pillow from Current Location Press and a bamboo hairbrush. Eye Pillow $23, Hairbrush $12.75 at The Eco Flamingo.
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Stuff your stocking with this gift certificate. First time facial includes complimentary brow shaping ($25 value), or $16 off any facial at A Thing of Beauty Spa Boutique. (Store Photo)
Indulge in a fresh pastry basket from Lincoln Cafe and Market this holiday season! $20 at Lincoln Cafe and Market.
Try Something New!
Support Bloom Yoga Studio and your yoga practice on Small Business Saturday! Saturday, November 25 through Monday, November 27, purchase a 20 class pack for $360 at Bloom Yoga Studio. (Store Photo)
With hundreds of glaze combinations, various firing options, access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, and generous open studio hours for most classes, students are afforded every opportunity to find their way with clay. Starting at $160 at Lillstreet Art Center. (Store Photo)
Explore Delmark Records' extensive catalogue of blues and jazz artists including historical recordings as well as new releases. Prices vary at Delmark Records.
Give the gift of music with a Music Lessons Gift Set from Access Contemporary Music! Gift sets include one month of lessons + an assortment of themed goodies. Starting at $160 at Access Contemporary Music. (Store Photo)
From beginners crochet to mini holiday sweaters, Knit1 has a class (and all the supplies needed!) for everyone. Prices vary at Knit1.
Perfect Gifts for Pets!
Keep your pet happy for the whole holiday season with Bosco & Roxy's 24 Days of Tasty Cookies Advent Calendar and with tasty Fireside Applie Pie treats from Bocce's Bakery. Advent Calendar $37.99, Treats $6.75 at Urban Pooch.
Featuring meal-lengthening ridges and multiple challenging mazes, Fun Feeder Slo Bowls keep pups engaged for up to 10x longer during mealtimes. $19.99 at Mojo Dog Co.
Crafted from the highest-quality, food-grade silicone, this multipurpose treat pouch transitions from a treat carrier to a waterproof drinking bowl on the go. Treat Pouch $52, Treats $11.99 at Mojo Dog Co.
Fashioned for endless interactive play and cuddles, the Tall Tails Jackalope Twitchy is made with you and your pup in mind! $22.99 at Urban Pooch.
Make mealtimes a highreward puzzle for dogs who love a challenge with the Busy Buddy Treat Dispensing Kibble Nibble Dog Toy. $15.95 at Mojo Dog Co.
Your cat will feel fabulous after playing with one of these interactive Fabcat Catnip Toys! Each toy is filled with catnip for hours of fun! $3.50 at Urban Pooch.
Where to purchase the gifts featured in our annual Holiday Gift Guide A Thing of Beauty Spa, 4361 N. Lincoln Ave., https://pocketsuite.io/link/laura-cano Access Contemporary Music, 4636 N. Ravenswood Ave. #205, https://acmusic.org Bari Zaki Studio, 3858 N. Lincoln Ave., https://www.barizaki.com Bloom Yoga Studio, 4663 N. Rockwell St., https://www.bloomyogastudio.com/ Bottles & Cans Chicago, 4109 N. Lincoln Ave., https://www.bottlesandcanschicago.com/ Botanical Café, 3740 N. Lincoln Ave., https://www.facebook.com/Botanicalcafechicago/ Chicago Holistic, 4361 N. Lincoln Ave., https://www.chicago-holistic.com/ The Eco Flamingo, 4750 N. Rockwell St., https://www.ecoandtheflamingo.com/ Dizzy Cow Candies and Curiosities, 2155 W. Irving Park Rd. Delmark Records, 4121 N. Rockwell St., https://delmark.com embellish chicago, 4161 N. Lincoln Ave., https://embellishchicago.com/ Hawthorne, 3854 N. Lincoln Ave., https://www.hawthornechicago3854.com/ Kangaroo Kids, 4161 N. Damen Ave., http://kangarookidschicago.com/ KidzMax, 3954 N. Lincoln Ave., https://kidzmax.com Knit 1, 3856 N. Lincoln Ave., https://www.knit1chgo.com L&M Fine Foods, 4363 N. Lincoln Ave, https://www.lmfinefoods.com Lincoln Cafe and Market, 3720 N. Lincoln Ave., https://www.lincolncafeandmarket.com Lillstreet Art Center, 4401 N. Ravenswood Ave., https://lillstreet.com/ The Love U Collective, https://loveucare.com Merz Apothecary, 4716 N. Lincoln Ave., https://www.merzapothecary.com Mind Clay Body, 3729 N. Ravenswood Ave., Studio #139, https://www.susanmessermcbride.com/ Mojo Dog Co., 4108 N. Rockwell St., https://www.mojodogco.com/ Northside Cutlery, 4316 N. Lincoln Ave., http://northsidecutlery.com Production Mode, 3860 N. Lincoln Ave, https://www.productionmodechicago.com St. Matthias School, 4910 N. Claremont Ave., https://www.lynchcreekfundraising.com/ teams/300886-st-matthias-school#content Sharon Gaietto Photography, https://www.sharongaiettophotography.com TYTIN Jewelry, 4101 N Lincoln Ave., https://www.tytinjewelry.com/ Urban Pooch, 4501 N. Ravenswood Ave., https://urbanpooch.com/
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