Events
All events are held at MAZE Home Store, 735 Elm Street, Winnetka, Illinois unless otherwise noted. See individual event descriptions for dates and times.
Thanksgiving Weekend: Friday to Sunday, November 25 to 27, 2011
MAZE Home Store Holiday Gift Fair
Featuring local, regional and hard-to-find designers
Friday & Saturday 10 to 5, Sunday 12 to 5
Please join us for Maze Home's Holiday Gift Fair featuring local, regional and hard-to-find designers for unique presents, hoilday decor, hostess gifts and more.
Ryan Hudgins Notecard Girls
Cindy discovered Ryan and her work this summer at the Winnetka Sidewalk Sale. Her notecards and other paper goods feature motifs and colors from nature -- and we love this 10 year-old's entrepreneurial spirit!
Richard Tsao Silks & Chiffons
A Maze Home favorite! Richard brings his bold and beautiful Thai silk and chiffon wraps and accessories, and on this visit introduces new designs never before seen in the US!
Cashmere Wraps & Nepalese Blankets
One look, one touch and you'll be hooked. Whether wrapped around your shoulders or casually draped across your favorite chair, you and your home will be warm and cozy.
Limited Edition Silver & Wood Serving Pieces
Richly laquered exotic woods, naturally shed horn handles, elegant silver accents - must-have trays, bowls and accessories for holiday entertaining and every day enjoyment.
Maggie Wilson Leather Bags & Accessories
Maze Home's own Maggie Wilson brings her full line of handbags and introduces her new chic and versatile double-sided leather belts. The buckles - featuring her edelweiss logo - are like a piece of jewelry for your outfit.
The Stickman Wiltshire Shillelaghs
Cindy discovered The Stickman on a trip to the English countryside and brought back a beatiful selection of hand made, totally unique shillelaghs (or walking sticks for the rest of us!).
Custom Wreaths by Cindy Galvin
Inspired by nature with a touch of modern glam, Cindy creates unique wreaths you'll want to adorn your home for years to come.
Meredith Merrill Vintage Jewelry
Meredith reinterprets vintage and antique lockets and charms for distinctly modern style.
By the Glass City Crystalware
The local duo of John Erlich and Ulf Henricsson bring the architectural and iconic essence of Chicago to elegant European crystal. Maze Home is proud to be their exclusive retailer in Chicago! For the fair, we'll also feature sets from New York, LA, Boston, San Francisco and other cities in the US and abroad.
Barbara Koskinen Florals
Another Maze Home favorite, Barb brings her elegant "freeze-dried" arrangements for holiday decorating and enjoying all year long. She'll also accept custom commissions if you can't find that perfect piece for your table.
Gillengerten Carpentry
Michigan woodworker Matt Gillengerten crafts reclaimed walnut, cherry and maple into sumptuous cutting/serving boards with motifs paying homage to the Chicago flag, the Union Jack and even the Great Lakes. Get here early, these will go fast!
Catherine Zadeh Jewelry
We're featuring pieces from Catherine Zadeh's his/hers macrame bracelet and cuff link collections. Her timelessly elegant Bit and Bridle collection and very urban-chic Buffalo Horn - hand carved to emulate elephant hair (so popular in Europe!) without endangering the species - are available to order.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Book Signing with Jan Parr: Chicago Spaces, Inspiring Interiors
Chicago Home+Garden Magazine editor explores Chicago style
2:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Jan Parr, editor of Chicago Home+Garden magazine, will be signing her new book Chicago Spaces: Insipring Interiors at MAZE Home store on Thursday, October 13, from 2 to 7 pm.
"Chicago’s reputation for world-class architecture is well documented, but what many people don’t realize is that the city’s interior designers are just as phenomenal as its architects. Chicago Spaces goes where most other books about the city’s design culture have not—inside. With Chicago design pros . . . working their magic from the Gold Coast to the North Shore and beyond, the Chicago metropolitan area teems with beautifully designed and decorated homes. This gorgeous coffee table book is devoted not only to showing these dwellings in all their splendor, but also telling the stories of how they came to be." -- from the book
Please stop by to talk design and enjoy light refreshments -- or if you can't make it, give us a call to order signed books for holiday gifts!
Buy the book online. If you'd like a signed copy, leave us a note at check out or call us to reserve your copy.
Friday & Saturday, July 15 & 16, 2011
MAZE Home Store's Inside:Out Summer Sale
Save 20% inside the store, save up to 50% and more outside on the sidewalk
9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
MAZE Home Store is holding our first ever Inside:Out Summer Sale!
Inside the store, save 20% on all in-stock items regularly priced $200 or more each - and, yes, that includes D. Porthault and Astier de Villatte for the first time ever! Brighten up your home for summer!
Outside on the sidewalk, save up to 50% and more on items for you and your home. The annual Wiinnetka-Northfield Sidewalk Sale coincides with our event so come out and enjoy the fun!
We're open early both days (9:00 a.m.) to get the savings started!
ONLINE SHOPPERS: You may shop the 20% Inside sale online (sorry, Outside sale items available only on our sidewalk!) from 9:00 am Friday through 5:00 pm Saturday. Just place your selections in your cart, then give us a call (847.441.1115) by 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 16, and we'll adjust the transaction for you.
Please note: Cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers.
Tuesday & Wednesday, May 17 & 18, 2011
Trunk Show: Aubrey Thorne Custom Shirts
Stop by or call to reserve your private fitting
10:00 a.m to 7:00 p.m.
MAZE Home is thrilled to once again welcome Aubrey Thorne and her collection of custom shirts. Her fabrics and hand-tailored details are the highest possible quality and style, yet it's her genius for achieving a flattering, exact fit that will make her shirts the go-to staples in your wardrobe for many seasons to come. See photos in Cindy's blog from one of last year's shows for examples of styles, colors and fabrics.
Stop by the store between 10am and 7pm, or call us at 847.441.1115 to reserve your personal fitting -- and avoid waiting!
Friday, May 6, 2011
Junior League of Evanston and the North Shore
Designer Kitchens of the North Shore Kitchen Tour 2011
10:00 a.m to 3:00 p.m.
Just in time for Mothers' Day, MAZE Home Store is excited to participate in the JLE-NS Kitchen Tour 2011. The self-guided tour includes six beautiful homes on the North Shore. MAZE will be designing a dining area in one home, demonstrating the versatility of table top decoration for spring. Tour information and tickets are available online at JLE-NS for $35 before the event and $40 at the door. Hope to see you there!
Friday, April 15 - Sunday, April 17, 2011
2011 Chicago Botanic Garden Antiques and Garden Fair
1000 Lake Cook Road, Glcncoe, IL
Burnstein Hall, Booth 809
10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
MAZE Home Store is excited to participate in the 2011 Chicago Botanic Garden Antiques and Garden Show. This is an amazing annual show with vendors and visitors from across the country. We'll be featuring home and garden items not yet available at the store, along with many one-of-a-kinds.
We will have free entry passes at the store soon, so stop by to pick up yours, or give us a call and we'll drop one in the mail. Hope to see you there!
Friday, March 11 - Saturday, March 19, 2011
PasspORT to Savings
20% off* with valid PasspORT card
10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m.
MAZE Home Store is honored to partcipate in ORT America's 2011 PasspORT to Savings shopping event. From Friday, March 11 through Saturday March 19, shoppers with valid PasspORT to Savings cards will receive 20% off everything in the store.*
ORT supports an international network of schools with the mission to empower people through education and learning. For more information on ORT and the discount card, please visit their website.
Cards are available for sale at MAZE Home for $75 (proceeds benefit ORT). A list of all participating stores is provided on the card.
* Excludes gift cards ad Lisa Cotten and Meredith Merrill designs. Discount is valid for in-store purchases only; not valid for online purchases. While there is no limit on how much you may purchase, ALL SALES ARE FINAL when using PasspORT card.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Maggie Wilson Style Leather Handbags & Accessories
Fresh from the Oscars!
4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
MAZE Home Store is going to the Oscars and you can share in the fun!
We're honoring nominees and presenters at a pre-Oscars luxury gifting event at the W Hotel Hollywood, February 25 and 26! Celebs at the organizer's past events include Javier Bardem and Adrian Brody!
For the event, Cindy commissioned a leather bracelet key ring from designer Maggie Wilson - consistently one of the best selling items in the store - in a soft gray-blue leather.
To celebrate here at home, she's hosting a trunk show for Maggie featuring the key rings and coordinating handbags - available exclusively at MAZE in this very limited "Oscar Blue" edition.
And for the first time ever, Maggie is offering "on-demand" handbags, where you can personalize your bag in the leather and fabric configuration you desire! Spring 2011's hottest color - orange - will be the color of choice.
So stop by for shopping, nibbles, champagne and Oscar celebrity scoop - Cari and Kelly will be fresh from the red carpet and full of fun stories we're sure!
In the meantime, you can follow Cari and Kelly on Facebook as they rub shoulders with the celebs in Hollywood!
November through December
Holiday Hours 2010
From November 3 through December 23, MAZE Home will be open until 8:00pm on Thursdays for your shopping convenience. We will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years Day.
Wednesday, December 1
Lisa Cotten Collection Jewelry
Portion of proceeds to benefit
Women's Board of the RIC
3:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Add some sparkle to your holidays with a creation from Winnetka designer Lisa Cotten. Lisa's line of stunning necklaces, cuffs, earrings and rings features precious and semi-precious stones interwoven with 18K gold and silver.
A portion of the evening's proceeds will be donated to the Women's Board of the RIC. The board comprises more than 90 members who have made a strong commitment to supporting RIC and its mission of helping people return to productive and independent lives.
Thursday, October 14
Lars Bolander Book Signing
Meet the celebrated Palm Beach designer!
10:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m
Lars Bolander, celebrated Swedish designer and author, will sign copies of his new book, Scandinavian Design, at MAZE Home Store, 735 Elm Street, Winnetka, Illinois, on Thursday, October 14, 2010, from 10 am to 5 pm. This is Lars' only scheduled Chicago-area book tour event!
Known for his light, classic Gustavian design sensibility, the Palm Beach and New York based Bolander has designed homes and apartments all over the world that have been published in World of Interiors, House & Garden, and Vogue. His new book, the first of its kind devoted to the signature features of Scandinavian design past and present, features over three hundred and fifty color photographs covering every aspect of the Scandinavian aesthetic.
Lars will be at MAZE Home all day, signing books and talking design. Plus Cindy says "he's a hoot!", so it should be a fun day. Please stop by -- or if you can't make it, give us a call to order signed books for holiday gifts!
Thursday, September 30
Meredith Merrill Design Fall Collection
Meet the designer, view the new collection!
5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Cindy Galvin will host a trunk show and cocktail reception at MAZE Home Store on Thursday, September 30, 2010, from 5 to 8 pm, to celebrate Meredith Merrill and the introduction of her new fall line of vintage jewelry from Meredith Merrill Design.
Meredith Merrill jewelry is an elegant blend of eras, combining turn of the century and vintage with an infusion of the modern. Featuring vintage and Victorian era lockets, charms and fobs, each piece is handmade with unique inspiration and materials available, and incorporates modern pieces consistent to the era.
Interesting symbolism can be found in many of the designs. Color, shapes and animals all have special meanings, i.e. luck, love and friendship. Finding such pieces in great condition and of elegant design takes considerable time and is a true labor of love for Meredith. Meredith works to create pieces that transcend time with stylish sophistication and that will be cherished for many more generations to come.
Please stop by to meet Meredith and find your one-of-a-kind!
Friday, July 16 - Saturday, July 17
2010 Winnetka Sidewalk Sale: Jazzing Up July!
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
MAZE Home Store is "Jazzing Up July" at the 2010 Winnetka Sidewalk Sale, Friday and Saturday, July 16 and 17, from 9 to 5! We're offering A-MAZE-ing savings on a wide variety of great items including luxury terry sets, select LOVE items, straw bags, tote bags, summer candles, frames and more.
Yep, that's our sidewalk in the photo and we know how to fill it up!
In addition to outdoor shopping, come enjoy the sounds of New Orleans jazz music along with children's activities, a display of Village trucks, arts and crafts, games, balloons, face painting and great food.
See you there!
Monday, June 14 - Saturday, June 19
Tactile Textiles
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
MAZE Home Store owner Cindy Galvin is always searching for ways to add texture, pattern and color to a room. On recent design trips she's collected a wide and stunning selection of crewel-embroidered and ikat pillows, vintage Indian quilts, luxurious terry and vibrant batik tablecloths, napkins and tunics.
For the week of June 14 to June 19, we're excited to offer this collection at exceptional prices (prices will return to regular retail after the 19th).
We're celebrating the event with a week long PILLOW-A-DAY GIVEAWAY! Become our fan on Facebook and leave a comment with the keyword TOUCHY-FEELY to enter to win a pillow a day from June 14 to June 19. If you're already a fan, just leave a message with the TOUCHY-FEELY keyword. Enter as often as you like, and even if you enter just once on Monday (or any day), you're still in the pool of eligible winners the rest of the week!
Winners will be chosen daily!*
Visit us on Facebook
to enter to win and stop by the store to take advantage of this special buy and find the perfect accent for your home!
* Winners selected daily in a random drawing. Winners announced and notified via MAZE Home Store's Facebook page. Pillow selection at store owner's discretion. Pillow may be picked up at store between 10am and 5pm Monday through Friday. Pillow may not be exchanged for cash, store credit or other merchandise. No purchase necessary to enter.
Thursday, May 13 - Sunday, May 30
Home of Distinction: Winnetka's First LEED Registered Home
Benefitting Ronald McDonald House Charities
Thursdays to Saturdays: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Sundays: Noon to 5:00 pm
MAZE Home Store and sister company, Bardes Interiors, are honored to participate in a tour of Winnetka's first LEED registered home with 100% of the proceeds benefitting Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. Bardes Interiors owner Cindy Galvin designed and appointed four rooms on the first floor of the house, featuring furniture, rugs, lighting and accessories from MAZE Home Store.
Please stop by 1092 Oak Street from May 13 to May 30 to tour this beautiful home, learn how you can make your home more earth-friendly and support a very worthy cause.
From HomeofDistinction.com: "1092 Oak is a true "Home of Distinction" boasting the latest in technology and design and built for the way families live today. From the classic red brick exterior with traditional roof lines, dormers and cement tile roof to the beautiful natural stone interior finishes (many featuring green products such as Caesarstone Quartz which uses recycled materials) this home is not only beautiful but efficient as well. A true LEED* registered home it has passed the criteria that sets the "green" standard and is energy efficient with increased insulation (foam as well as increased "R" factors) far exceeding code regulations set by the village of Winnetka. In addition, 1092 Oak is equipped with the latest technology including a home automation system and 7.1 surround sound system. You'll also find exquisite millwork, high ceilings, arched doorways, wood paneled library and a fabulous floor plan with fully finished lower level featuring 5th bedroom, full bath and bar area. All in all 1092 Oak is a great choice from top to bottom!"
Wednesday, May 6
Maryville Academy Crisis Nursery Tea and Fashion Show
11:30 am to 2:00 pm
MAZE Home store is honored to participate in this luncheon that brings supporters of Maryville's Crisi Nursery together for an on-site boutique shopping experience, lunch and a fashion show. Proceeds from the Tea will benefit the Maryville Crisis Nursery, a short-term emergency shelter for children newborn through age six. The Crisis Nursery provides a supportive partnership with families who are experiencing a crisis such as a medical emergency, job loss or homelessness. Located in northwest Chicago, the Maryville Crisis Nursery assists parents in attaining self-sufficiency and stability for themselves and their children. Learn more about the Crisis Nursery here.
Friday, April 30 - Saturday, May 1
Richard Tsao: Silk Cocoons
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Richard Tsao brings his artistic eye for color to his rich palette of silk designs. Tsao’s exquisite jewel-toned creations are evocative of the rich tropical hues of his native Thailand. The silk that Tsao uses for his designs is not mass-produced and does not undergo mechanized finishing treatments. Hand woven from hand spun pure silk yarn on old-fashioned looms, the painstaking process results in a lustrous fabric with a luxurious texture. It can take up to a year to hone each of his designs. This artisanal quality and attention to detail is part of Thailand’s rich arts and crafts tradition to which Tsao feels deeply connected.
Born and raised in Bangkok, of Chinese descent, Tsao cultivated an early appreciation for tailoring and fine silks from his mother’s array of custom made cheong sam dresses. Inspired by the exquisite beauty of Thai silk and the way it illuminates the wearer, his simple and classic designs incorporates subtle details from Southeast Asian and Chinese traditional garments.
Wednesday, March 17th
Lisa Cotten Collection Leather & Aubrey Thorne Custom Shirts
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Lisa Cotten Collection Leather
MAZE Home Store is excited to announce the launch of Lisa Cotten’s new line of colorful, luxurious leather belts and buckles. Designed by Lisa and handcrafted in Italy by traditional artisans, the line features buttery, reversible leathers with elegant buckles in silver and soft gold finishes – all peg style to allow mixing and matching for endless wardrobe possibilities. Lisa’s eye for color, balance and form -- so evident in her stunning jewelry line -- shines bright in the star of this collection, a sumptuous genuine crocodile belt accentuated by a solid silver buckle. Learn more at Lisa's site.
Aubrey Thorne: The Perfect Shirt by Appointment
New to the Midwest market, Aubrey Thorne Custom Shirts for men and women comes to MAZE Home Store from The Thorne Room on Larchmont Boulevard in Los Angeles. Aubrey’s beautifully tailored, finely finished shirts are crafted from a collection of Italian, Japanese and Swiss fabrics, carefully edited to offer the most sophisticated and fun colors and prints. Exquisite details- a split yoke, an angled cuff, the perfect button - and a custom fit make your Aubrey Thorne shirt uniquely yours. Please call for private fitting appointments with Aubrey, available 10 am to 5 pm, Wednesday and Thursday, March 17 and 18. Learn more at Aubrey's site.
Wednesday, February 9
Lisa Cotten Collection
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Lisa Cotten, a Winnetka-based former model and mother of four, has perfected the fine art of creating elegant, defining pieces inspired by such diverse elements as nature and architecture, as well as her grandmother’s mid-century rattan furniture, which provides the inspiration for the signature wrap that can be seen on many of Lisa's pieces. Over the years, Lisa has established a strong following in and around Chicago, as well as numerous communities throughout Florida and California. To find out more, please visit www.lisacotten.com.