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6 places to shop in Live6 this holiday season

The holidays are right around the corner, and now is the time to find that perfect gift for everyone on your list. A visit along Livernois and McNichols is exactly what you need. Here are a few places in the Live6 neighborhoods that you can go to get fun, unique gifts for your loved ones this season.
 
Eric's I've Been Framed

Tucked in an unassuming building across from the University of Detroit Mercy's campus, Eric's I've Been Framed is the perfect place get beautiful framing for artwork or prints, as well as smaller stocking stuffers like stationery and craft items. The warm atmosphere inside the shop is matched by the friendliness and expertise of Eric Vaughn, the owner and framer-in-chief. 
16527 Livernois Ave, Detroit, MI 48221

Detroit Fiberworks

Need a thoughtful gift for someone in your life who is hard to shop for? Check out Detroit Fiberworks, an art gallery and home goods shop that has a range of items including artwork, jewelry, clothing, and more. Gifts here range in price so there's something for every budget. Also check out one of the many exhibits held at the space and support local artists.
19359 Livernois Avenue, Detroit MI 48221

The University of Detroit Mercy & Marygrove College Bookstores

If you have a Titan or Mustang in the family, you'll want to stop by the University of Detroit Mercy or Marygrove's campus bookstores to get school-branded swag. Pick up your UDM dad hat or Marygrove sweats, and while you're in the area take some time to visit the Charles McGee Commons at the corner of McNichols & Wyoming, on Marygrove's campus.
UDM: 4001 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221
Marygrove: 8425 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221
 
Art in Motion Ceramic Studio

Pewabic isn't the only place in town to get beautiful ceramic art. Check out Art in Motion, Live6's neighborhood ceramic studio and showroom. Local artists regularly show their work here, and you can learn the craft too: consider a pottery-throwing class as a gift for the artist in your life.    
19452 Livernois Ave, Detroit, Michigan 48221
 
Lucki's Cheesecakes

The holidays are a great time to indulge your sweet toothand Lucki's is just the spot to do that. They have a wide variety of speciality cheesecakes, but sell pies as well. Impress your relatives with their strawberry shortcake, sweet potato, and superman cheesecake flavors.
7111 W McNichols Rd, Detroit, MI 48221
 
DCreated Boutique

For many, their children are their most precious giftsso why not deck the babies out for the holidays? Visit DCreated Boutique this holiday season for clothes and accessories for the littlest person in the family. You can get tiny couture that will melt the hearts of any grandparent.
19480 Livernois, Detroit, MI 48221
 
Kuzzo's Chicken & Waffles

An instant classic, Kuzzo's Chicken & Waffles is known by locals as a place to get delicious comfort food. After your long day of shopping settle into favorites like the chicken and waffles, or get adventurous and try the Hazel's Southern Platter. Wash it down with their legendary Kool-Aid drinks.
19345 Livernois Ave, Detroit, MI 48221
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Terryn Hall is a Detroit Revitalization Fellow and writer whose work has appeared in The Guardian, The Root, and others. You can follow her on twitter @terryngrams.