Steel Petal Press
There’s just no way you won’t find a perfect gift at Steel Petal Press. And it will likely make your giftee laugh—while costing less than fifty bucks. Steel Petal Press carries all those non-necessities people love getting, such as: bath bombs by Whiskey River Soap Co., with scents such as “Margarita Pool” and “Sad Birthday Cake” ($9); Broad City coloring books ($15); Twin Peaks candles ($18); wine glasses that say “Self care” and “Welcome to the shitshow” ($15); pocketbooks with titles such as “RGB wisdom” and “Michelle Obama wisdom” ($10); a whole section dedicated to pet-related knickknacks; another featuring tasteful Chicago-inspired souvenirs; decor objects, cards, games, mugs, pouches, stationery…. “Our goal is to share beautiful items that help people laugh, and to spread a little joy in the world,” says owner Shayna Norwood. Mission accomplished! (Isa Giallorenzo)
2321 N. Milwaukee, 773.234.7758, steelpetalpress.com
Best of Chicago 2019