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Your Ultimate Cubs Fans Gift Guide, From Cuff Links To Cheesecake

December 7, 2016 8:28am | Updated December 7, 2016 2:40pm
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WRIGLEYVILLE — Chicago Cubs fans are likely still riding the wave of November glory after the team captured its first World Series championship in 108 years.

After such a lengthy wait, Cubbies will likely be celebrating well into 2017, which makes this holiday season the perfect time to show how much you care with these Cubs-themed gifts.

Whether your loved ones will be toasting to another great season in 2017 or proudly displaying some championship artwork, there's something special for every fan who bleeds Cubbie blue.

Check out some of our favorites:

Toast To The Cubs' Historic Win

It seems the World Series championship logo has been plastered on just about anything with enough room. That's great news for Cubs fans who want to commemorate the historic season with a drink in hand.

Get a deluxe leather-covered flask for $30 at Equinox, 3401 N. Broadway, along with a selection of shot glasses and coasters. The Lakeview gift shop also has championship wine glasses for $24 and beer mugs for $22. Over at M2 Boutique, 3527 N. Southport Ave., growlers come with the championship logo for $28.

Perhaps the greatest mashup of alcohol and baseball comes in the BamVino wine bottle holder, available at M2 Boutique for $48. The Cubs version is sold out online.

Need to crack open that brewski? M2 Boutique also has a standing bottle opener for $28 that comes "Reserved for Cubs fans."

 

Deck The Halls With Cubs-Themed Artwork

There are some truly beautiful works of art that capture the essence of this World Series win.

In fact, Chicago artist Ryan Duggan was commissioned by ESPN to illustrate life in Chicago during the postseason. His 16"x20" "Let's Rally" print is $30 and is hand-printed and signed.

Another popular print comes from Kevin O'Rourke, whose Wrigley Field block print can be found in two different sizes at Inkling, 2917 N. Broadway. Get the new, smaller 11"x14" print framed for $50, or there are unframed and 18"x24" options.

Photographer Joshua Mellin was on the ground during the World Series at Wrigley Field, and his stunning photos are bursting with color. From the Cubs-colored Chicago skyline to fireworks at Wrigley Field, the prints will delight any Cubs fan and come in various sizes and an optional metallic finish for $4 to $40.

Painter Nancie King Mertz has traveled the world, but you'll find some of her best work comes from sweet home Chicago. Get these prints of her oil paintings of "Waiting For Game Day" and the Art Institute lion donning a Cubs cap in various sizes at Art De Triumph, 2938 N. Clark St.

Flying the W has never been so stylish with this $88 W flag art piece from Wrightwood Furniture, 3036 N. Lincoln Ave. Like the company's similar Chicago flag wall art, the W flag is 32"x23".

And finally, for those statisticians who can't get enough data on their favorite team, check out this poster commemorating 100 seasons of baseball at Wrigley Field. Designer Don Zegler marks each season with a detailed graphic listing the team's record, winning percentage and postseason play. Get it for $27.56 online, or find it in Foursided, Rep Chi in Jefferson Park, Local Goods in Edgebrook and Judy Maxwell House in Old Town.

 

Stuff Your Face With Cubs Goodies

Eli's Cheesecake is fantastic enough on its own — throw in a Cubs theme and a hint of peppermint, and no Cubs fan will be able to resist.

The $49.95 Cubs cheesecake is made with all-American chocolate chip and frosted with edible stitching. The delectable nine-inch dish serves 14 people and comes with a chocolate home plate adorned with the Chicago flag and the message that "dreams do come true."

Another sweet treat that would make a great stocking stuffer comes from Windy City Sweets, 3308 N. Broadway. The store has packs of custom Cubs chocolates, $2.99 for a set of three.

For those who prefer to do the cooking themselves, grab this Cubs-themed two-piece barbecue grilling set for $29 at M2 Boutique in Lakeview. It will pair perfectly with the $44 Cubs apron that comes with its own bottle opener and a pouch for disposing caps.

And for a personal touch, get this customized Wrigley Field marquee coffee mug at Local Goods Chicago in Edgebrook, 5422 W. Devon Ave. Personalize the $34.95 mug with the name of your favorite Cubs fan — the shop says it takes less than a week to produce and ship, providing plenty of time to order before the holidays.

 

Dress For Future North Side Success

Many can say they waited their entire lives for a Cubs championship, but none will do it as adorably as babies wearing these $29 onesies from M2 Boutique. Cheekily, they likewise claim "I've been waiting my whole life for a Cubs championship."

Another gift for the youngest Cubs fans in your life comes from Enjoy in Lincoln Square, 4723 N. Lincoln Ave. Styled like a Cubs jersey, these bibs are $12.95 and are so adorable, parents almost won't mind getting spit up on. Almost.

For a dapper Dan fan, try these Cubs cuff links — there's a $54 pair shaped like a baseball and a glove and a dark onyx pair with the Cubs logo for $88. Find them at M2 Boutique.

Fashionistas will adore the shoe-shaped ornaments also at M2 Boutique. A high-heeled Cubs shoe ornament is $12.50, while the boot is $10.50. If shoes aren't your style, there is a lovely ornament replica of Wrigley Field, topped with a Cubs baseball. Find it at The Chopping Block in Lincoln Square, 4747 N. Lincoln Ave.

Finally, if you're looking for some offbeat Cubs swag, artist Dan Grzeca has T-shirts and posters with a sugar skull-like Cubs logo and an illustration of the 2016 team hugging it out. Find them at the Chicago Printmakers Collaborate, 4912 N. Western Ave.

The Cubs and Wrigley Field are 95 percent owned by an entity controlled by a trust established for the benefit of the family of Joe Ricketts, owner and CEO of DNAinfo.com. Joe Ricketts has no direct involvement in the management of the iconic team.

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