Lena is amazing! Popped in during a lunch break, picked up an order at JJ’s next door, and had to stop in. Love the vibe - ended up getting a Dolly Parton candle, some stickers and a gift for my niece. Will absolutely return!

The name is no joke. Each time I’ve been in here, Lena herself has been manning the cash register, and she’s incredibly nice. This shop has become my go-to for birthdays and gifts in general, with a huge card selection and lots of cute little knickknacks (funny socks, candles, buttons, jewelry). Lena makes many of these things herself, so they’re unique, colorful, and high-quality. Highly recommend.

I love this shop the music atmosphere is so chill I love this vibe... The owner is also super nice she has the most coolest things you wont find anywhere.. LGBT Friendly is a huge plus . Came from out town Ann Arbor to discover this cute store in Evanston. Most def coming back to visit soon.

This shop is so awesome! I got some amazing stuff made by local artists, and when I asked the shop owner what else I should check out in Evanston, she drew me this bespoke map of cool places.

Nice Lena & Friends is my favorite shop in Evanston. Lena really is nice! She and her shop are fun, creative, and a wonderful addition to the community. I've bought cards, jewelry, buttons, custom key chains, candles and fairy doors here and have my eye on some art and clothing too. I hope she's here for a very long time.

LOVE Lena! She is an amazing artist and sells wonderful things in her shop. Whenever I need a special gift, I always walk out with something I know will impress. Also, the card-making and button-making stations are a big hit with the my kid (which is awesome while I'm trying to shop ;) ). Definitely, my favorite place in Evanston, and Lena is one of my favorite Evanston people. Shop with confidence!

I love this store! Not only is her stuff super fun and cute and makes for great gifts, but Lena herself is so lovely. Last year she took time out of running her shop and making all the things to give my students (aspiring teachers) a tour of her shop and to tell the story of her process as a creator and shop owner. Today, she came in on off hours to let me pick up the fast turn around custom mug I had ordered from her to deliver to my friend who is running the marathon—truly amazing. Lena goes above and beyond! Highly recommend shopping here!

My favorite shop in Evanston! I don’t know of any other shops like this—everyone says Lena is nice (which she totally is), but Lena is also a total badass artist and creator!! She has the coolest stuff for sale. Her card and sticker options are abundant and she has all kinds of fun handmade items. She also supports other local artists by selling their work in her store! I find that inventory rotates quite a bit as Lena puts out new magical batches of all the amazing things she creates(mugs, candles, jewelry..you name it). My favorite items that I’ve gotten have been her candles…they smell soooo good, are well priced, and burn for such a long time. Oh and did I mention you can order all kinds of personalized stuff? She made me the coolest brass ring—custom orders!!!!

This is a great store - def pop in for a visit. Lots of local items. Locally poured candles that you can bring back for a re-pour and not waste the jar! Amazing. Fun shirts, and tasteful hand made goods. Awesome greeting/thank you cards. Very good taste throughout, with lots of things that are appealing for millennials. Lena is so nice and chill. No pressure to buy, fun to browse.

Best shop ever! Lena is SO nice and loves to interact with all her customers. She also *handmakes* all of her amazing products!

HOLY COW! This store is the best! Lena really lives up to her store's name. Cards, Stickers, a Great additude, what does she not have!

I had so much fun working with Lena to bring some of my ideas for Christmas gifts to life. I appreciate her creativity and how she inspires and supports it in others via her fairy door project and selling items made by local young entrepreneurs in her shop.

Always love shopping here. The place is filled with creative gifts for just about anyone you know, and Lena makes the place feel like home.

The cutest shop, the nicest owner. Great gifts for everyone on your list. Need a gift card? Just call and they will make it happen. A must-stop while in Evanston.

Really cool and clever stuff, and it's amazing to realize how much of it Lena creates on her own. It's a really esoteric, magical place, and, chances are that you'll find something truly unique for yourself or someone in your life. The shop is deceptively small, and it's chock full of creativity. So much DIY stuff! it would be easy for someone so talented to come across as smug or full of herself, but Lena's about as chill and down to Earth as they come.

Cute store with an eclectic selection of gifts. The owner, Lena is super nice and friendly! Really cute selection of.greetifn cards.

If you come to Chicago please visit NiceLena! She really is the nicest person: She helped us shop for super unique gifts, recommended the best places for lunch and even drew us a custom map with cool things to see and do while we were visiting:) 🥰