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Holiday shopping fun: Come explore a quartet of wonderfully festive Park Ridge stores with us

By Trent Modglin
November 23, 2022
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Marigold
29 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge
224-985-3135
ShopEdie.com

Come check out…
**Cute and festive peppermint and nutcracker collection
**Chocolate cocoa mix stocking stuffers
**Shimmering crystal and beaded ornaments — snowflakes, stars and trees
**Eucalyptus, vanilla and winter spruce candles
**Vintage-inspired snowmen and Santas
**Winter village houses that can be the centerpiece of a mantle or dining room table
**Christmas serving trays and cookie trays with cute messages to Santa
**Holiday wall decor and dishware
**Perennial favorite of the season — Thymes fraser fir aromatic candles

2 Sisters Boutique A&L
33 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge
847-698-3808
Shop2SistersPR.com

Come check out…
**A warm, cozy assortment of colorful hats, scarves, gloves and sweaters
**A stylish — and functional — selection of shoes and boots
**A men’s charcoal, waffle-knit, hooded sweater perfect for dressing up for a holiday party or watching a playoff football game
**Fuzzy and fun woman’s coats that can be dressed up or down — and keep you toasty warm on the coldest of Park Ridge evenings
**A stocking-stuffer table filled with marshmallow candy, earrings, slippers with funny sayings, notebooks and candles

Raffia Gifts
141 N. Northwest Hwy in Park Ridge
(847) 825-7734
RaffiaGifts.com

Come check out…
**Beautiful ornaments for the tree and festive decor for tables and mantles, including a variety of Christmas trees to fit any personal style
**A wide array of candles with the soothing scent that can make an entire room, or home, especially inviting during the holiday season. Two favorites: The Thymes gingerbread aromatic votives and Thymes highland frost candle set
**Santa and holiday-themed dishware and utensils to spruce up your kitchen like wine glasses, dish towels, cookie jars and more
**Beautiful picture frames and wall art to put the finishing touch on a room, or gift list for someone special
**A wonderful kids’ section full of pajamas and clothes, books, games, stuffed animals and more
**Handbags and jewelry you may want to take home instead of give away

Sooo Cute Boutique
7 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge
847-505-5045
SoooCuteBoutique.com

Come check out…
**Neutral-colored latte jackets that are cozy and comfy and can be the perfect finish to a holiday dress
**Sweaters with oversized turtleneck collars, especially in bright pink, one of the popular colors for winter
**A popular backpack trend from the summer that is still going strong with new winter styles
**The popular quilted look on sweaters, as well as purses and bags
**The cutest holiday earrings you will find in the area. Spread some cheer and make a statement at your company or family party.
**Beautiful, functional and unique accessories

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