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Have a project in mind? Are you looking for that perfect picture frame or scrap book? Need some new art supplies? Chicago has a significant number of shops that cater toward a creative and artistic lifestyle.
Chances are that you will want your new home to have a look and feel different from your old one. These shops are great places to get idea and supplies to personalize your home. It's the little things that really make a difference. If you just bought a condo that has an ultra modern feel to it, those older varnished wood picture frames might not look that great anymore. When you move into your new home, you will most likely have a bunch of projects that you'll want to do to make the home really feel like it's yours.
Even if you're not a do-it-yourself person, you can check out these shops to get ideas for things you might want to get for your home. It is also a great place to find gifts. Sometimes the simplest picture becomes a treasured possession just by putting it in the right frame. Frames might seem like a trivial thing, but the wrong frame can really detract from a room's atmosphere.
These are just some Chicago shops that can help stir up your creative juices. You can also visit Chicago neighborhoods that have a reputation for being art intensive, like Bucktown. There are also a plethora of galleries and small boutiques that also have much to offer in the one-of a-kind department. When you have that one little thing on your mantel that is completely unique, it will really make your home yours and can be a conversation starter when you have people over.
Aikos Art Materials |
Lakeview Art Supply |
Aldin Sign Gallery & Framing |
Landmark |
Alfonsa Burcheri Framing Studios |
Mia Gallery & Creative Framing |
American Hands |
Pearl Art Supply |
Baraka Amerika Art Supply |
Rich's Art Supply |
Cormac Framing |
Spectrum Art Supplies |
Frame Factory |
Trost Hobby Shop |
Glenn's Custom Photo |
Wicker Park Creative Oasis |
