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Gift Guide 2012

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Eat and Drink: 2012 Small Business Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for a gift you can eat or drink, or give to a holiday party host? Check out our gift guide of local, small businesses in Oak Park and Forest Park.

In the last week, I've traveled to nearly every boutique, shop and store in Oak Park and Forest Park on the hunt for great holiday gift ideas. I've been amazed at the wide selection these stores have to offer and the great prices they offer their merchandise at. Shopping locally at small businesses saves money on shipping and gas, allows you to see and touch what you're purchasing and keeps your money in the community. We've managed to assemble a great collection of gifts that would look great in your home, or the home of friend. Many of these gifts are also priced right and are perfect for grabbing to give the host of a holiday party you're invited to. Here's what we found. Learn more about these businesses, give a review and find contact…

Gifts for Her: 2012 Small Business Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for a gift for a lady in your life? Check out our gift guide of local, small businesses in Oak Park and Forest Park.

In the last week, I've traveled to nearly every boutique, shop and store in Oak Park and Forest Park on the hunt for great holiday gift ideas. I've been amazed at the wide selection these stores have to offer and the great prices they offer their merchandise at. Shopping locally at small businesses saves money on shipping and gas, allows you to see and touch what you're purchasing and keeps your money in the community. I think we've proved here that you don't need to go far to grab everything you need this season. Shopping for Women Shopping for woman can be hard—they like what they like. Still, we've managed to assemble a great collection of gifts for your wife, boyfriend, daughter or co-worker. The key to buying gifts for women—go …

Deanne Alexander

2:40 pm on Sunday, December 16, 2012

Try the Artisan & Crafter's unique boutique (839 S. Oak Park Ave). Not only have they been around for over 36 years, you can get the most incredible handmade items for local artisans for nearly 1/2 the price of the other "trendy, but rip-off" boutiques in the area. Oak Parks best kept secret ! www.opwe.org (708-848-4693)   more ›

Gifts for Him: 2012 Small Business Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for a gift for a man in your life? Check out our gift guide featuring small businesses in Oak Park and Forest Park.

In the last week, I've traveled to nearly every boutique, shop and store in Oak Park and Forest Park on the hunt for great holiday gift ideas. I've been amazed at the wide selection these stores have to offer and the great prices they offer their merchandise at. Shopping locally at small businesses saves money on shipping and gas, allows you to see and touch what you're purchasing and keeps your money in the community. I think we've proved here that you don't need to go far to grab everything you need this season. Shopping for Men Shopping for men is tough—really tough. Still, we've managed to assemble a great collection of gifts for your husband, boyfriend, son or co-worker. If you're looking for one-stop shopping, my recommendation is to…

Trends

9:42 am on Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Did you know that TRENDs expanded and opened a Men's Shop filled with extremely well-priced Men's Designer clothing, shoes and accessories? We are located at 810 North Boulevard, Check out our newly expanded 3500 sq ft store. Trust us... you won't be disappointed! www.TrendsOakPark.com (708) 434-0801   more ›

Gifts for the Home: 2012 Small Business Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for a gift that will look great at home? Check out our gift guide of local, small businesses in Oak Park and Forest Park that will look great in your home, or as a gift to the host of a holiday party.

In the last week, I've traveled to nearly every boutique, shop and store in Oak Park and Forest Park on the hunt for great holiday gift ideas. I've been amazed at the wide selection these stores have to offer and the great prices they offer their merchandise at. Shopping locally at small businesses saves money on shipping and gas, allows you to see and touch what you're purchasing and keeps your money in the community. We've managed to assemble a great collection of gifts that would look great in your home, or the home of friend. Many of these gifts are also priced right and are perfect for grabbing to give the host of a holiday party you're invited to. Here's what we found. Learn more about these businesses, give a review and find contact…

Peter Kingston

5:21 pm on Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Thanks Oak Park River Forest Patch for including our bulb kits, which are great for hostess gifts or the person with a green thumb on your list. All of our holiday merchandise is now 25% off. Tulipia Floral Design, 7617 W Lake Street, River Forest, 708-209-1323   more ›

Gifts for Kids: 2012 Small Business Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for a gift for a kid in your life? Check out our gift guide of local, small businesses in Oak Park and Forest Park.

In the last week, I've traveled to nearly every boutique, shop and store in Oak Park and Forest Park on the hunt for great holiday gift ideas. I've been amazed at the wide selection these stores have to offer and the great prices they offer their merchandise at. Shopping locally at small businesses saves money on shipping and gas, allows you to see and touch what you're purchasing and keeps your money in the community. Shopping for kids is fun—just think about what you wanted at that age! Still, we've managed to assemble a great collection of gifts for kids big and little, girls and boys. Here's what we found. Learn more about these businesses, give a review and find contact information in our directory: The Magic Tree Bookstore King's …

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