Women of Cincy Gift Guide: Summer 2023
Sehreen’s Art Lab
Summer is finally here and with it the thrill of finding a new favorite shop. If you need gifts for friends, want to reconnect with family, or are eager to stock up your summer reading list, ensure you support your local businesses and fellow Cincinnatians. With the sun out, explore your city – and bring your sunscreen!
Written by Olivia Taylor. Photography provided.
With earrings, necklaces, pins, stickers, and much more, Sehreen’s Art Lab offers handmade and adorably personalized gifts, including custom caricature portraits and an array of super cute designs. From animal lovers to Halloween enthusiasts and pop culture fanatics, Sehreen has something for everyone.
Looking for a summer read? From new releases to genuine classics, Tome Bookstore is a wall-to-wall treasure chest of finds. Housed in the heart of Mt. Washington, grab a coffee and get lost in a new discovery or give the gift of an old favorite.
Established at Findlay Market, cooking classes, equipment, and ingredients are at your fingertips at Tablespoon Cooking Co. No matter your level of experience, you can upgrade your kitchen skills with hands-on classes to learn about fresh pasta, tacos, and essential knife skills. Tablespoon offers classes all summer long, so you and the foodie in your life can learn together.
Everything you need for fabric crafts is at Make.Do. With a colorful assortment of fibers, knitting tools, and starter kits, Make.Do is your one-stop shop whether you’re a pro or a newbie. Up your game by joining one of their classes – including classes for kids interested in sewing and crafting.
Vintage clothes are trendy and, with less carbon emissions emitted than buying new clothes, they’re also better for the environment. Down to Mars Vintage has the best vintage clothing collection in the city with retro dresses, 90s jeans, patterned skirts, accessories, and much more, all ready for your new summer style.
If you want to connect with your friends, family, or coworkers, Kara Michelle Pierson is here to help with her wellness workshops. Designed to encourage mindfulness and creativity, you craft wellness tools as Kara guides you to a new perspective on emotional intelligence. If you can’t join an event, try one of Lilac and Indigo’s wellness and affirmation kits.
Heading to the beach this summer and need to be camera ready? If you’re someone who wants to remove their body hair, Bare Necessities is the place to go. With a calm, welcoming studio space and waxing services for all over the body, all at a great price, you’ll be ready in no time.
We love a good art show, and thankfully, the Collective is a permanent art show with handmade goods from local artists, like paintings, dolls, mugs, home decor, jewelry, and more. The Collective also offers art classes so you can join in on the artsy fun.