Midwest Nice - Chicago — Local services in Lake View Township

A dear friend of mine used to live in Chicago, and would also get me gifts from this store. From their house-made candles and soaps to wares made by other Chicago artists, I was always thrilled to receive a gift from this store. Recently, I decided to treat myself and ordered online. An item I ordered was out, due to supply chain issues for needed supplies to make it, and the owner of the store could not have been kinder in letting me know that everything else would ship, but one item would ship when it became available. They even offered to send a 'thank you for your patience' gift with the first shipment, which I said was not necessary... she sent me some lavender soap anyway. When I am next in Chicago, I'll definitely be stopping in. Until then, this is a small business I will support with...

This store is the perfect example of why shopping small matters. The shop owners are always happy to help and as long time residents they know the neighborhood well so the items are curated according to shopper's interests. Need something delivered? They'll help you out. Interested in an artist but the print you want isn't there? They'll give the artist contact info even if it means you don't buy directly from them. You won't go wrong stopping by and checking out what they have, which is more than what is on their website - check their instagram for the latest items because this place is so well curated some stuff goes fast so don't...

Truly a gem of an artist-centric shop in Chicago, they have so many locally made goods and artworks ranging from jewelry to souvenirs to paper goods to soaps and candles. Their shop dog Louie is also a fun staple of the shop.

As a local Chicago artist who sells stickers and Chicago souvenirs here, I can also say that the owners are simply wonderful and so genuinely supportive of the arts community here in Chicago. This is the place to go for gifts and all things local, as well as fun "Midwest Nice" designs. I enjoyed creating a "Midwest Nice" sticker they sell and have loved watching them grow and evolve the store from Sacred Art...