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Relaxed Creative Retreat
Show off your creative sides by trying out rug tufting and painting activities, followed by a tour of some culinary gems around Chicago. Wrap up this fun-filled date with your favorite movie or show.
- Start your date by trying your hand at rug tufting. Engage in an artistic session where you both create your own rug designs in a cozy studio. This is a perfectly relaxed indoor activity that could create beautiful and practical souvenirs of the date. Art fills the heart and mind and also offers a great conversation opportunity.
- Next get those palettes fired up with a painting session. Nothing says creative more than when youโre splattering colors onto a canvas and your partner is doing just the same. You might even surprise each other with your hidden talents.
- Once you've kindled your artistic souls, experience Chicago's vibrant food scene by embarking on a culinary journey. You can visit a few highly-regarded food joints to indulge yourselves with some of Chicago's prime culinary delights.
- Now that you both are well-fed, why not wind down with a leisurely walk through a shopping district in town? It will provide you both a great time to speak your heart, discuss the day, and buy some keepsakes if you wish.
- Finally, cap off your day by snuggling up together, watching a movie or show of your preference, reminiscing about the fun day that you had and looking forward to many more.
Preparation steps:
- Start by booking sessions for rug tufting and painting in any of the art studios around Chicago. They usually require a pre-booking, where you can specify that you're coming as a couple. Also, you may want to have a look at the schedule of the culinary tour you're interested in and book your slots there as well.
- Next, cozy up your living room for the movie night. Make sure to have a cozy blanket, pillows, and ensure the area is clean and comfortable. If possible, set up a projector to give you and your partner a real theatre-like experience at home.
- Lastly, plan your shopping tour route. Ensure you include places that both you and your partner love and which fit your budget. Decide on whether you're driving, getting a cab or using public transportation to get to and from the areas you're visiting.
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Some tips:
- Wear comfortable clothing for the art and craft sessions. Art can get messy, so make sure you're ready for that. Also, remember to let the studio know if either of you have any allergies to certain art supplies.
- For the food tour, take it slow. Sample the food at each location rather than having a full meal there, so you have space to enjoy food from each place.
- During shopping, take turns choosing items to prevent the tour from being one-sided and to keep the date enjoyable for both of you. Remember to respect your partner's taste.
- For the movie night, make an agreement on the type of movie both of you will love. Doing so will prevent one partner from feeling left out and ensure you both enjoy the movie.
Recommended locations:
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![Cornelia Arts Building photo]()
1800 W Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, United States
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![900 North Michigan Shops photo]()
900 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, United States
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