ONE STRANGE BIRD
A boutique of handmade and unique goods is set to open early/mid October in Chicago's Humbolt park neighborhood. We are currently working on getting the space ready and getting shipments of exciting stuff! We will carry: candles, handmade soaps, jewelry, feather extensions, hand printed tee shirts, cards, plush toys, and more!
Also, in November will will launch affordable artist run workshops, where members of the Wicker/Humbolt Park community can learn new, creative skills.
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We are located at 2515 W. North Ave. Chicago, Il 60622.
One Strange Bird was created by Nicole Northway, and artist and educator at Columbia College
Our Mission:
One Strange Bird is a unique boutique featuring handmade gifts, apparel, and art in Chicago’s Humboldt Park neighborhood. Run by an artist, One Strange Bird seeks to foster a dialogue between process and product by featuring an on-site studio where artists make goods for the store. The space also features artist run workshops in many techniques and materials such as: screen printing, jewelry making, drawing, and painting. It is our hope that One Strange Bird will blur boundaries between Fine Art and Craft, art and life, and process and product by having all reside in a singular space.
One Strange Bird will soon feature a rotating on-site mural wall and display window exhibition space, utilized by local artists. This atypical “gallery” is a place to find affordable original pieces to jump-start your art collection. You will also find one-of-a-kind gifts, clothing, accessories, generally fun stuff made by local and national artists. Our space seeks to support artists and champion handmade goods. By supporting handmade and artisan goods at One Strange Bird, you support fair labor practices, family run businesses, and help create culture through your support of the arts.
