Skinny Winter Gifts was Established in 1973, and has been a family run business for 47 years.

Before it was a gift shop it was a family run Drug Store. The building is an original building that was built in  the 1880’s. Skinny Winter is located in the Historic Downtown District of Breckenridge, Colorado.

We offer Breckenridge’s largest selection of souveniers and gifts including home decor, seasonal gifts, pottery, jewelry, and more!

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Meet Our

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Christie A. Wood has always had an affinity for drawing and a love of stained glass. Though she had a successful 20 year career in the computer industry, she found herself longing to create art. Due to the fleeting nature of computer programs, which are often obsolete the moment they are installed, Christie desired to find an outlet for her creativity which would ultimately outlast her own physical existence. The lure of stained glass; the beauty and changing nature of art from light; drew her into a new field and career.

Christie graduated from North Texas State University (now the University of North Texas) in Denton, with a degree in Music Education and an all-levels Teacher’s Certificate for the State of Texas. She studied stained glass in Eagleville, Pennsylvania with Barbara Jack of Inspirations, Inc. Shortly thereafter, she came up with a 3-year business plan to get out of the computer industry, and open up her own stained glass studio. In 1995 this became a reality with the formation of Art Glass Ensembles.

Initially, the studio specialized in stained glass gift ware for the retail market. However, the more Christie experimented with all the different ways to create art with glass, the more custom commissions came into the studio. In 2001 she and her husband moved from the Philadelphia area back to their roots in North Texas, and Art Glass Ensembles also moved and expanded. The studio grew to multiple employees, specializing in custom stained glass artwork for places of worship, offices, residential areas, and public art.

In 2022, Christie sold Art Glass Ensembles, and has “retired.” Retiring means she opened a new business called North Wind Studio, which specializes in fused and laminated glass art. She only takes commissions on projects which interest and challenge her. She also continues to design stained glass windows, and sells her artwork. Look for more advanced glass, acrylic, and sculpture experimentation from Christie in the coming years.

What our customers are saying…

DeputyDawg46
DeputyDawg46
June 18, 2020.
Very friendly and well stocked I went to this business in June 2020. This shop has allot of gifts to choose from and many items not found in other shops. The staff were very friendly and answered all my questions very professional.
Kim B
Kim B
August 27, 2018.
Wonderful shop I did really like this shop and it did have some unusual/different things. We did find a couple of christmas ornaments that were quite unique and some earrings.
acusty3
acusty3
June 22, 2018.
Great gift shop with a lot of variety! I purchased a beautiful Ukraine lamp last Summer and the wiring went faulty. The owner, Melissa refunded me the cost of the repair when I called. We visit Breck every August and we always go into this shop! I would recommend visiting to everyone who passes by. I always take a little something home with me from Skinny Winter Gift Shop!
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williambF3890XY
January 27, 2018.
Bought something just because of the man behind the counter! Loved talking to the gentleman behind the counter about the ice sculpture event and everything else Breckenridge and the state of the union! Ended up buying something (a small picture frame)
Kristen W
Kristen W
October 27, 2017.
So glad I finally stopped here!! I passed this shop several times while walking up and down Main St. On my last day in Breck I decided to stop in as something caught my eye in the window. Sooo glad I did!! This shop had so many unique and different gifts!! I wanted to bring so many things back home! I will be sure to stop by everytime I'm in Breck!
Nancy H
Nancy H
October 16, 2017.
Cute shop-Helpful Service- Friendly Skinny Winters was one of our favorite shops to visit while in Breckenridge last week...Oct.7-14. We bought several items to bring home as souvenirs...particularly Christmas ornaments. The young lady working was very helpful with tips dealing with high altitude as well as offered us waters to keep hydrated. Very kind!
ttlee516
ttlee516
July 12, 2017.
I've been visiting this little gem over the last 25 years! This is my favorite little gift shop in Breck and it has been around since my first visit --over 25 years ago! They offer a wide variety of keepsakes and are always super friendly!
ChristineW5068
ChristineW5068
July 7, 2017.
This shop has quality merchandise and has plenty of everything. This shop has really nice quality gifts for friends or for yourself. I purchased a gorgeous bird feeder to bring home with me. The pottery is gorgeous, stained glass lamps, Breckenridge items that you'd really like to have!! I say stop by, it's a terrific little shop. I will return on my next visit.
cfreeman1944
cfreeman1944
June 24, 2017.
The Little Shop with Everything! This shop in Breckenridge is the best gift shop we've ever been in anywhere. Their items are unique, affordable and just fantastic. We went back twice in a 5 day stay and wound up buying each time. The staff is courteous and friendly. Don't miss a stop here if you visit Breckenridge.
Tim J
Tim J
March 29, 2017.
Something for for everyone A great shop for all ages with great variety. Fun Christmas ornaments with free personalization. A lot of Colorado based gifts and knowable staff to help you with your questions and needs. Thank you Skinny Winter for a great shopping experience.