Organizers said hundreds of people came out to spend their money and support Black businesses on Saturday.
The Blackwells are currently hiring for their new shop, taking their mission to North Lawndale this spring.
As you continue your holiday gift shopping, remember to keep local stores in mind. Shopping local is a gift in itself, one that fuels small businesses that rely on your support.
Organizers of Christkindlmarket just got word on Monday that they can raise their capacity by 1,000 people.
This weekend marked 15 years since American Express first launched Small Business Saturday.
Small Business Saturday is a way to spotlight mom-and-pop stores on the day after Black Friday.