Oak Park Is Home to an Artisanal Glass Maker July 2, 2026 at 7:17 p.m. Artist Laurie Freivogel of Kiku fuses pretty drawings onto glass tableware, turning practical items into art.
Scout in Andersonville Is Promoting a Talented Local Furniture Maker July 2, 2026 at 7:23 p.m. Matt Ovel makes his clean-lined pieces in the garage behind the shop—and owner Larry Vodak sells them inside.
There Are Lots of Design Events This Weekend July 2, 2026 at 7:21 p.m. Check out Chicago Flea MKT, Evanston Lakeshore Arts Festival, artist Ryan Kapp's show at Neighborly, and SG Grand's big moving sale.
A Chicago Suburb Is Getting The Dump July 2, 2026 at 7:25 p.m. A discount furniture chain, The Dump, is opening in Lombard in late August. You might just be surprised by the offerings.
Visit Whisky Ginger Before the Pilsen Storefront Closes July 2, 2026 at 7:29 p.m. The husband-and-wife team behind the repurposed furniture shop is heading to Michigan—but staying on Etsy.
Haymaker Gets a New Look—and New Merchandise July 2, 2026 at 7:20 p.m. Owner Arrin Williams has rehabbed his local-artisan-focused shop, and he’s selling his own designs now, too.
Vintage Pine's Annual Flea Market Is the Place To Go If You're Pining for a Bargain July 2, 2026 at 7:24 p.m. See what trucks pull up at the big once-a-year event going on all day Saturday.
Get the Perfect Tea Towel From Milkhaus Design July 2, 2026 at 7:20 p.m. The Madison, Wisconsin, designer makes simple home and fashion accessories with a timeless quality.
It's Okay To Judge This Museum By Its Gift Shop July 2, 2026 at 7:25 p.m. The Driehuas Museum just opened a great new gift shop, carrying period décor items for a nice 19th-century home.
Where to Buy Ryan Duggan's Posters July 2, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. With his first solo show coming up soon, the graphic artist could get big. You better bring his work home now.