CHICAGO SOUTHLAND HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

The Christmas countdown has begun and there’s just a few short weeks to get prepared. No matter who is on your shopping list this holiday season, you’ll find something they’ll adore or an experience they'll cherish when you do your shopping in the Chicago Southland. Here's a list of 10 suggestions to get you started.

Blue Pearl Candles
Who doesn't love a luxurious candle? Pay a visit to this quaint Homewood shop where you can make candles to give as gifts, purchase pre-made candles or gift someone with the experience of visiting the Candle Bar to create their own scented masterpiece.

Build-A-Bear Workshop
Pick out an adorable plush buddy from their collection, purchase a gift card for someone to shop or gift the young ones in your life with a trip to the Orland Square store for the workshop experience where they can create their own fuzzy friend.

Loulou Belle
If you love to shop local, you'll find some beautiful creations from local artists on the shelves of this shop. Candles, ladies apparel, pottery, jewelry and fun gift items can also be found here.

The Rock Shop
Find a variety of unique gift items in this quirky boutique that carries a variety of vinyl, new and used books, guitars, crystals, jewelry, apothecary products and more.

Historic Downtown Frankfort
Take an afternoon to make your way through the shops in Historic Downtown Frankfort - you'll find boutique fashtions, candles, pet accessories, children's apparel, home decor, handbags, ornaments, hats, woodcrafted products and much more.

Gayety's Chocolates and Ice Cream
Hand-dipped candies are made from scratch with quality ingredients the same way they've been made for over a century at this beloved candy shop. Get a special someone a signature gold box full of chocolates they won't be able to resist.

Orland Park Antique Shops
If you have vintage lovers on your list, be sure to make your way to the shops of Orland Park. There you will find one-of-a-kind items or nostalgic antiques that are sure make the recipient smile.

Freedom Hall
Got someone on your list who loves live entertainment? Peruse the upcoming calendar at Freedom Hall and suprise them with tickets to a show. From tribute bands to soul to R & B to holiday tunes, there are lots of top-notch artists to enjoy on the stage this season.

UpsaDaisy Boutique
If you need to find a holiday-themed hostess gift for a soiree you'll be attending, swing by this charming boutique for a large assortment of holiday signs, platters, wall hangings and more. There's also a great selection of ladies apparel and accessories and baby items.

And if you're looking to support even more small businesses, there are Small Business Saturday events in Flossmoor and Lansing on November 30th where you can find the perfect gift from a local craftsmen.

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