Collectibles and Art

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 3347 N. Clark Chicago, IL 60657 phone: 773.404.5600	Lakeview Art Supply 3359 N. Lincoln Chicago IL 60657 phone: 773.296.6696
Aldin Sign Gallery & Framing 4613 N. Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60625 phone: 773.293.3717	Landmark 5301 N. Clark Chicago, IL 60640 phone: 773.728.5301
Alfonsa Burcheri Framing Studios 220 S. State St., Suite 4 Chicago, IL 60604 phone: 312.347.4560	Mia Gallery & Creative Framing 2242 N. Cleveland Ave. Chicago, IL 60614 phone: 773.281.1002
American Hands 5211 N. Clark Chicago, IL 60640	Pearl Art Supply 255 W. Chicago Chicago, IL 60610 phone: 312.915.0200
Baraka Amerika Art Supply 2417 N. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60647 phone: 773.292.2990	Rich's Art Supply 3838 N. Cicero Ave. Chicago, IL 60641 phone: 773.545.0271
Cormac Framing 923 S. Loomis St. Chicago, IL 60607 phone: 312.243.2546	Spectrum Art Supplies 10318 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60643 phone: 773.779.4425
Frame Factory 3026 N. Ashland Chicago IL 60657 phone: 773.929.1010	Trost Hobby Shop 3111 W. 63rd St. Chicago, IL 60629 phone: 773.925.1000
Glenn's Custom Photo 951 W. Armitage Chicago, IL 60614 phone: 773.472.5050	Wicker Park Creative Oasis 1563 N. Milwaukee Chicago, IL 60647 phone: 773.292.2993