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Patch Passport: Treasure Hunt - Lake Forest Store

The Friday Patch Passport shows you where you can find trinkets in your town. Visit The Initial Choice for unique offerings.

Need that perfect gift with a personal touch? Go no further than The Initial Choice.

Perhaps the quintessential Lake Forest shop, this store has been providing residents with creative gifts for every age, boy or girl, for 25 years. Their secret? Almost everything in the store can be customized.

Everything from blankets to bags, golf balls to dopp kits, frames to trays, and anything you would ever buy a new baby – the selection is astounding. And whether monogrammed or painted, initials, names, logos or mascots basically can be added to any product they sell.

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Among the biggest sellers are monogrammed car mats, beach bags, baby blankets and customized Christmas ornaments.

Owner Sarah Lambracht and her staff have stocked the store with such an immense assortment, you’ll be inspired to knock out a year’s worth of gifts in one visit.

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And don’t forget the wall of Vera Bradley products. With the vivid colors and artful patterns, this accessories brand is a favorite among young and old alike.

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