Artists and Makers Bring "One of a Kind" Gifts to theMart
WDCB’s Gary Zidek previews the 18th annual One of a Kind Holiday Show.
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For Chicago-area residents looking for gifts that you can’t find at the mall or on Amazon, the One of Kind Holiday Show is set to kick–off year number 18.
Over 600 artists and independent makers will set up shop at theMart (formerly known as the Merchandise Mart) for a four-day shopping event unlike any other holiday market in Chicago.
Aida Sarvan, Marketing Director One of a Kind Show Chicago
Attendees will be able to find everything from craft olive oil to handmade jewelry to original drawings of Chicago neighborhood architecture.
Drawing made by Phil Thompson of Chicago-based Cape Horn Illustration
Phil Thompson is the artist behind Cape Horn Illustration. He’s one of the 600-plus artists & makers who will be selling their creations at the One of Kind Holiday Show. Thompson makes prints using his drawings of local architecture, maps and other pieces of Chicago history.
Cape Horn Illustration Marathon Map
Phil Thompson, Cape Horn Illustration
Thompson draws things that interest him and one of his biggest inspirations is the city’s neighborhood architecture.
Chicago home portrait by Phil Thompson, Cape Horn Illustration
You can find more information about Thompson’s work at his website capehorn-illustration.com.
There will also be plenty of tasty items at the One of a Kind Holiday Show.
Cranberry Apple Bourbon Butter made by Hinton Cannery
Daniel Vander Meade is the founder of Chicago-based Hinton Cannery.
Daniel Vander Meade, founder of Hinton Cannery
The Virginia native launched his culinary business in 2015 and has been winning over Chicago residents one pickled item at a time.
Pickled items from Hinton Cannery
