Antiques

• AJ's Posters and Prints - Roscoe Village. Limited edition art, collectible posters, and custom framing.

• Antiques and Art Gallery - Offers 18th and 19th century Meissen and European porcelain, paintings, and art glass. Notice to buyers and request form provided.

• Asian Home Decor & Gallery - Offers exquisite and decorative classical Asian furniture from areas such as China and Tibet. Image gallery and hours of operation provided.

• Broadway Antique Market - Showroom of 75 dealers offering 20th century art, objects and furniture. Offers a virtual tour and newspaper articles.

• Chicago Appraisers Association - Full service consultation in art, antiques, art restoration, and museum donations. Code of ethics, services and fees provided.

• Chicago Center for the Print - International contemporary prints and a comprehensive selection of original 20th century European posters featuring French and Swiss works.

• Chicago International Antiques & Fine Art Fair - Spring event held annually that offers furniture, jewelry, paintings, silver and ceramics, 20th century design, clocks, fine prints and rare books. Offers an educational program series, dealer information and registration.

• Chicagoland Antiques - Directory to Chicago area antiques and antique furniture retailers.

• Evergreen Art - Contemporary, abstract and modern art prints, posters, lithographs and etchings for sale. Information on pieces, ordering, location and contact details.

• Father Time Antiques - Restorer and retailer of vintage and antique wristwatches, pocketwatches and clocks. Current inventory, FAQs, and ordering information.

• Harlan J. Berk, Ltd. - Specializing in antique and collectible coins and currency, autographs, books and memorabilia. Images of current inventory provided.

• Jay Robert's Antique Warehouse, Inc. - Features over 50,000 square feet of antique furniture, clocks and accessories, including European furniture, French, Louis XV and Chippendale.

• Martha Peck Antiques - Specializes in antiques and appraisal for 18th and 19th century decorative accessories and furniture.

• Modern Times Chicago - Featuring furniture, lighting, and accessories from mid-20th century designers.

Crafts

• Bead Society of Greater Chicago - Focuses on beads and beadmaking. Membership includes meeting lectures, reduced workshop fees, book sale discounts, newsletter subscription, use of library books and materials and invitations to members only events

• Caxton Club of Chicago - An organization of authors, binders, collectors, conservators, dealers, designers, editors, librarians, publishers, and scholars who share a common interest in the arts pertaining to the production of books. Highlights the history, monthly meetings and events, and book-related resources.

• Chicago Area Lace Guild - Guild shares their love for handmade laces with a gallery, event calendar, identification page and tips on how to start.

• Chicago Area Origami Society (CHAOS) - Features location with map, articles, local stores, book list, and gallery.

• Chicago Area Polymer Clay Guild - Focuses on the study, promotion, discussion and exchange of information on polymer clay and its evolving role in both art and craft. Includes library, member pages and contacts.

• Lill Street Art Center - Features a large ceramic facility, housing classrooms, artists' studios, and a gallery. Offers arts education classes and workshops, community projects, and contacts.

• Pillow a.go.go - A do-it-yourself fabric painting studio located in the Lakeview East neighborhood. Features studio background, design samples, individual and party pricing options, and contact information and map.

• Renegade Craft Fair - Annual event featuring local craftspeople and creations. Offers FAQs, links and sample works.

• Stitch 'n' Bitch Chicago - Local chapter of national group that mets regularly at a northside coffee shop for knitting and needlecrafts. Features discussion group, an events calendar, and links to other groups.

• Ukrainian Village Children's Center - Arts and crafts center based in the Ukrainian Village neighborhood. Early childhood classes and soapmaking for adults are offered.

• Windy City Knitting Guild (WCKG) - A membership organization which encourages and fosters knitting. Offers a monthly newsletter, upcoming events calendar, a directory of local shops, and membership details.