1. The Nook

LOCATION: Peoria Heights + Germantown Hills + Morton

ABOUT: A Knell Group favorite, this specialty shop has 3 locations and offer a wide variety of home goods, jewelry and many more. From thenookgiftshop, "Whether you are looking for that perfect gift or something unique for you or your home; you are sure to fall in love with something from The Nook!" 

TIP: A great place for Mud Pie dishes 

SHOPPING OPTIONS: In store and online. They also offer shipping.  

2. Relics  

LOCATION: Corner of Glen & University, Peoria 

ABOUT: A truly unique shop filled with electric whimsical gifts including small house plants, jewelry, home decor and Peoria merch. 

TIP: They have really funny greeting cards & fun socks! 

SHOPPING OPTIONS: In store 

3. So Chic Boutique

LOCATION: Peoria Heights + Morton

ABOUT: This bright and cheerful boutique offers a wide range of items from baby gifts to beautiful stationary. They also offers many gift items including jewelry, candles, drinkware and many more. 

TIP:  The perfect place to get your 2021 planner. 

SHOPPING OPTIONS: In store and online. They also offer shipping.  

4. The Bronze Frog

LOCATION: Junction City Shopping Center

ABOUT: The Bronze Frog offers stationary, custom invitations, home goods and even full service wedding planning. According to their website, bronzefrogpeoria.com, "Our goal is to make our customers’ shopping experiences pleasurable and hassle-free. When they are searching for that special gift for someone, we want them to look good to the recipient." 

SHOPPING OPTIONS: In store, private appointment and online. They also offer shipping and free local delivery. 

5. Piece by Piece

LOCATION: Washington, next to The Blend

ABOUT: This Washington shop is filled with many home decor goods and trinkets. 

TIP: A great place for anything charcuterie 

SHOPPING OPTIONS: In store + private appointments available.

6. Sentimental Journey

LOCATION: Washington Square, Washington 

ABOUT: A staple on the historic Washington Square, Sentimental Journey brings a wide variety of gift options for all ages. They offer several popular lines including Annie Sloan chalk paint, Alex & Ani, Willow Tree, Vera Bradley and many more. 

TIP: They have adorable hometown ornaments that would make a great gift. 

SHOPPING OPTIONS: In store, online + private appointments available.

7. Primitiques Market

LOCATION: Near Bradley University, Peoria 

ABOUT: This locally owned shop offers antiques, home decor and small gifts. 

TIP: A great place for candles! 

SHOPPING OPTIONS: In store

8. Timeless Treasure Market

LOCATION: Metamora Square 

ABOUT: This market offers a variety of  local vendors with booths selling a wide range of products from home goods, jewelry, stationary and many more unique finds. Next door is the General Store with many options for treats! 

TIP: They offer a ton of workshops for a hands on experience. 

SHOPPING OPTIONS: In store

9. LuLu's On Main 

LOCATION: Morton 

ABOUT: This shop is full of products including jewelry, clothing, baby items and much more. 

TIP: A great stop for a baby shower gift. 

SHOPPING OPTIONS: In store, private appointment and online. 

10.Urban Artifacts 

LOCATION: Near Bradley University 

ABOUT: This is the place for all vintage pieces, nostalgia and souvenirs. 

TIP: They offer a ton of Peoria merch 

SHOPPING OPTIONS: In store