Living in Texas means dealing with two unavoidable realities: the heat and the dog hair. Whether you’re in Houston’s humid climate or the dusty West Texas plains, your four-legged friend likely sheds enough fur to create a second pet. But here’s the catch—you don’t want to break the bank to keep your floors clean. Finding […]
You’ve finally found the perfect spot for your Missouri bedroom, but there’s one nagging problem: a tangled mess of charging cables spilling off your nightstand, or worse, no place to charge your phone within arm’s reach. You need a piece of furniture that solves this modern dilemma—a nightstand that works as hard as you do. […]
December in Chicago means one thing for tens of thousands of shoppers: the return of the city’s most beloved handmade holiday market. The One of a Kind Show Chicago 2026 marks a major milestone. This year is the 25th Annual Holiday Show, a full quarter-century of connecting artisans with shoppers who genuinely love what they […]
Getting to a major event in downtown Chicago takes a little planning. The One of a Kind Show Chicago 2026 runs from December 3 to 6 at theMART, located at 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza in the heart of the city. December weekends in Chicago bring heavy traffic, limited street parking, and cold weather. However, the […]
The holiday season is the perfect time to rethink how we shop. Instead of reaching for mass-produced gifts wrapped in excess packaging, more consumers are turning to handmade markets. One of a Kind Show Chicago 2026 runs from December 3 to 6 at THE MART, 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, on the 7th Floor. This four-day […]
December in Chicago means one thing for shoppers, art lovers, and gift hunters: four days of extraordinary handmade finds at the city’s most beloved holiday market. The 25th anniversary edition of the One of a Kind Show runs from December 3 to 6, 2026, on the 7th floor of THE MART at 222 Merchandise Mart […]
Getting accepted as an exhibitor at Chicago’s most beloved handmade market is a milestone for any artist or maker. The December 2026 edition marks the show’s 25th anniversary, making it one of the most competitive and celebrated editions in its history. If you are planning to apply, understanding the requirements before you start will save […]
Holiday shopping in Chicago does not get better than this. Every December, hundreds of talented makers, artists, and designers gather under one roof at The Mart to offer the kind of gifts you simply cannot find in a mall or a mainstream online store. From hand-thrown ceramics and blown glass to artisan gourmet food and […]
Chicago’s favorite holiday shopping event is back for its 25th edition. This December, over 600 artists, designers, and makers will fill the 7th floor of the historic Merchandise Mart with thousands of handmade gifts, original artwork, gourmet foods, and one-of-a-kind treasures. It is four days of holiday magic, and getting your ticket is easier than […]
December in Chicago means one thing for thousands of shoppers, art lovers, and gift seekers: four days inside one of the most exciting handmade markets in the country. The holiday edition returns this year with a milestone to celebrate. After 25 years, the show has grown from a modest artisan gathering into Chicago’s premier holiday […]
