It’s been a busy month for Shop For Good! Here are some of the new products and vendors that have joined our online shop within the last month. 1. J.McLaughlin J.McLaughlin has added all new clothing and accessory items like the Petra cloak and Regina Pant shown below. 2. Twisted Trunk Specializing in high-end pre-owned […]
Throw another log on the fire, pour yourself a warm (spiked!) drink and cue up a great movie. Winter in Chicago is the ideal season to slow down and spend more time at home. For happier hibernating, feather your nest with the softest rugs, the plushest pillows and the coziest throws. Sheepskin Rug Plush sheepskin […]
Everyone loves escaping the Chicago winter chill by ducking into a warm, inviting home. Spread the holiday cheer inside with these great gifts. 1. Neó Canapa Basket: Nautical with a modern splash, this hand-crocheted basket from Maze Home is made of natural hemp yarn and neoprene yarn. It’s perfect for stashing everything from toys to extra […]
Not sure where to begin with your Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping? We’ve chosen our 10 top gifts from Shop For Good that at $100 or less are easy on the wallet and sure to please even the pickiest on your list. 1. Key to Key Chain, $32 Gift a loved one the Key to Success or the Key to Happiness with […]
As the Chicago winter wraps its icy arms around us, we find ourselves racing inside our heated homes with a shiver. Now is the perfect time to spruce up your home and make it a welcome sanctuary from the cold. Consider adding any of these beautiful home decor pieces as accents or statement pieces. Or, if you’re in the mood for a bigger change, use one […]
Chicago sports fans will love these distressed signs from Vintage Nest in Shop For Good. Put one up in the rec room, game room or man cave. Ward off future Derrick Rose injuries and hope for three-pointers by hanging up this sign where you watch hoops. The Chicago Bears aren’t exactly owning it this season, […]
With the bustle of the holidays quickly approaching, you probably have plenty of parties to plan. How do you host with elegance and ease? Make It Better consulted three top-notch Chicago private chefs for their tips and tricks. Executive chef and owner of My Private Chef, Chris Tong, has been creating distinctive cuisine and upscale […]
Updated Jan 29, 2019 If you looked at my bookshelf, you’d think I could give solid advice on disciplining children, being a better leader, gardening and 10 other enviable things. But, the books represent interest rather than ability, since they’re only partially read or never opened at all. Their titles draw me in, but a […]
Red cups have arrived at Starbucks, holiday lights are appearing in stores and WLIT will likely start playing round-the-clock Christmas music any day now. That means it’s time to get your home and yourself ready for holiday entertaining. We have a few ideas from Make It Better’s Shop For Good that will get you in […]
Did you collect a shelf full of Mason jars back when they were all the rage? Maybe you no longer want them front and center as tabletop décor, but no need to toss them just yet. We mined Pinterest (and a few of our other favorite sites) to find clever ways to repurpose your Mason jars. You’ll […]
