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Thin Ice

A steadfast supporter of Buffalo's arts community, Thin Ice is a charming boutique that sells handcrafted pottery, glassware, jewelry, textiles, and creations in metal and wood, all of which are made in the USA and the vast majority of which are the work of local artists and artisans. Thin Ice is centrally located at the heart of the action on Elmwood and is the perfect place for those in search of one-of-a-kind gifts, as well as visitors who would like to give back to the Buffalo art scene. Some very cute cats live in the store too!

Address: 719 Elmwood Ave
Getting there: Metro Bus 20
Hours: Sun Mon 11AM-6PM, Tue-Sat 10:30AM-7PM
Website: thiniceonline.com (opens in a new tab)

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