This week in local shopping, Minneapolis Craft Market launches on Popshop Live, a couple of outdoor vintage markets and more grand opening week festivities at the new Union Market Mankato.
Strey Designs will be featured in Minneapolis Craft Market’s launch on Popshop Live this week
NEW THIS WEEK:
Local Motion announces closing
Longtime local fashion boutique Local Motion has announced its shuttering at the end of the year. After working hard to remain open throughout the pandemic, the store is closing its doors. The store, originally founded by Barbara Heinrich in 1984, came into new ownership under Dr. Tonya Bryan three years ago when Heinrich retired. The store has gone onto open an online store (which will remain open) and offer virtual styling appointments. While they’re still here, be sure to pop by and shop their current collection.
@ 2813 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, localmotionboutique.com
This week’s vintage & handmade goods drops:
Tuesday: Local maker Perennial drops its latest collection of colorful yarn tassel earrings at 5pm @ @perennial.us on Instagram
Now through Saturday, take 30% off everything at Lady L Vintage’s online store. Use code 30OFF at checkout. Ends Saturday at midnight @ www.ladylvintage.com
Beginning Wednesday: Beginning Wednesday at noon, local vintage seller Audrey Rose Vintage will post 7–10 items daily for 5 days straight. You can bid on items ranging from vintage women’s clothing and accessories to home goods, in her story every day. Wednesday 10/28–Sunday @audreyrosevintage on Instagram.
Wednesday: Look for vintage story sales from Salty Vintage (@saltymplsvintage), KOLLEKTIV (@kollektivmpls) and Tandem Vintage (@tandemvintage) throughout the day.
Friday: Duluth-based seller Voula Vintage is having a fur coat story sale at 5pm @voulavintage on Instagram.
KOKOON Mega Moving Sale
Local women’s clothing label KOKOON is moving to a new headquarters and warehouse. Help them unload with their just-announced online clearance moving sale. They’ll be adding more items as the sale progresses so check back often. Tops range from $10 to $35, dresses from $10 to $59 and jackets from $20 to $89. All sales are final. Get free shipping on orders over $100.
Online only. Shop now at kokoon.net
TUESDAY–SUNDAY:
Union Market Mankato Grand Opening Week
Makers’ markets—those ephemeral events that once dominated the shopping calendar—have all but disappeared this year, yet another casualty of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. But within that landscape, entrepreneurs are doing what they do best: Taking risks and imagining new possibilities. Enter Union Market Mankato, a new brick-and-mortar marketplace and community space specializing in goods from small, local makers. It’s the brainchild of Gina Moorhead, a fashion designer with Minnesota roots and close ties to the Twin Cities creative community. Expect a mix of apparel for women, men and kids, plus beauty products, fashion accessories, art, vintage goods, home goods, plants and more from more than 20 local vendors. Additional promotions and activities will take place all week, including take-home Polaroid photo ops. Read more about the new storefront on my blog.
10/27–31. Regular hours: Tuesday–Saturday from 10am–6pm @ 615 S Front St, Mankato, www.unionmarketmankato.com
WEDNESDAY:
L'Agence x Bumbershute IG Live Trunk Show
View the new fall/winter collection from California fashion brand L’Agence and get styling tips during this virtual trunk show event hosted by 50th & France boutique, Bumbershute. L'Agence Lead Stylist, Oscar Adames, and local wardrobe stylist Anthony Chow will discuss the collection and showcase ideas on how to wear the looks.
Wednesday 10/28 @ 10:30am at @bumbershute on Instagram
Mall of America Virtual Style Seminar with Sara Rogers
Join this live presentation with Mall of America Trend Expert Sara Rogers. From dressing for your shape to wardrobe management, Sara Rogers will tell you the secrets to looking and feeling your best.
Wednesday 10/28 @ 7pm at funds.are120.com
Tickets available at fundo.area120.com. Use code MOASTYLE for discounted $5 tickets.
BEGINNING WEDNESDAY:
Urban Violet Closing Sale
After 10 years of business in Stillwater and Minneapolis, local boutique Urban Violet is closing due to the ongoing pandemic. All clothing, jewelry, fixtures and decor is currently priced to sell, with clothing priced from $10 to $60 and jewelry at 50% off. All clothing online is also 50% off.
Now through 11/15 @ Urban Violet, 513 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, www.urbanviolet.com
Weekly hours: Wednesday–Saturday from 11am–5pm
THURSDAY–SATURDAY:
gh2 Flash Progressive Sale
Designer resale store, gh2, is having a flash progressive sale this weekend. Get 10% off one item, 20% off two items, and 30% off three items or more.
Thursday–Saturday from 11am–5pm daily @ gh2, 318 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
FRIDAY:
Minneapolis Craft Market Launch on Popshop Live
As small brands and retailers adjust and adapt to running a business during a pandemic, they’re continually experimenting with new ways to reach customers. Case in point: This week, Minneapolis Craft Market will be going live on virtual streaming app Popshop Live with a new maker in-studio each week. Popshop Live is an e-commerce platform that uses streaming video to let sellers both connect with their shoppers and sell their wares in a new way—think of it like the Home Shopping Network for the indie maker generation. On Friday, join market founder Hayley Matthews-Jones along with this week's special guest, local handbag maker Strey Designs, where you can virtually learn about and buy her latest handcrafted leather bags and goods. Use invite code MCMPOP to join for easy holiday shopping from the comfort of your couch.
Friday 10/30 @ 10:30am. Download the free app @ bit.ly/mcmpsl
E Studio Mani Ceramics Pop-up
Queer, immigrant, femme ceramicist E Studio Mani is having her first pop-up with her colorful planters, cups and vessels. Check out her pieces at @estudio_mani_ on Instagram.
Friday 10/30 from 10am–4pm @ Modern Times Cafe, 3200 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis
BEGINNNG FRIDAY:
The Aquarian Exchange by Sacred Space
Minneapolis yoga and meditation studio, Sacred Space, is hosting a virtual makers' market to celebrate and support the creative community as the holidays approach. Shop mindfully made, sustainably sourced goods from 15 local makers and vendors, including Duke Albert, We the Starborne, NICE NICE Ceramics and more. Plus, up to 50% of profits will be donated to support the Invest in Humanity Fund by Ital Vibrations. Note: All items purchased must be picked up via curbside pickup.
10/30–11/9 @ https://sacredspacemn.com/aquarian-exchange-main
Pickup date & location: Saturday, 11/14 or Sunday, 11/15 between noon–3pm at Sacred Space, 1955 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis
SATURDAY:
Mill City Farmers Market Art Market
After several months of transforming into a digital-only artist market, the Mill City Farmers Market’s Art Market is returning to an in-person format beginning this weekend—with social distancing measures in place. This weekend’s featured makers include Barn Swallow Garden and Star Thrower Farm.
Saturday, 10/31 from 9am–1pm @ Mill City Farmers Market, 750 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Open Saturdays at Northrup King Building
Start your holiday shopping early with handmade gift ideas and art on all four floors of the artist and maker building, including the chance to preview some new makers arriving at co-op space, Strey Collective (#179).
Saturday noon–4pm @ Northrup King, 1500 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis
SATURDAY & SUNDAY:
St. Paul Brewing Vintage & Artist Market
Head to St. Paul Brewing this weekend for an outdoor maker pop-up featuring a number of vendors, including (Sunday only) sustainable floral designer Ediflorial, who’ll be selling ready-made dried floral arrangements. (They’re a great way to add color and texture to your space all winter long.) Plus, shop vintage goodies from Dots Vintage and more and grab a local craft brew while you shop. Kid- and pet-friendly event.
Saturday, 10/31 from 11am–5pm & Sunday, 11/1 from noon–5pm @ St. Paul Brewing, 688 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul
SUNDAY:
Backyard Fall Vintage & Maker Pop-up
One of the few nice side effects about the pandemic is all the backyard vintage sales. This weekend’s comes courtesy of Kollektiv Vintage, who will be joined outdoors by pals Salty Vintage, Wild Poppy (jewelry and skin care), Maybe Baby Home (vintage home goods) and Ducky Screen Printing. The event will be socially distanced with safe protocols in place. Learn more @kollektivmpls on Instagram
Saturday from 11am–4pm @ 3844 10th Ave S, Minneapolis
CLASSES:
Sewing Classes from ReThinking Tailoring (in-person & virtual)
Want to sharpen up your sewing skills? Or are you a total beginner and not sure where to start? Then check out ReThink Tailoring’s new one-on-one, in-person sewing classes. This week, they’re offering a beginner class, Meet Your Machine, during a variety of times and dates ($45). Masks are required. Prefer to go virtual? They’re also offering an online course in hand mending basics ($20–$45).
Weekly (see website for schedule) @ ReThink Tailoring, 3449 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis
Register at rethinktailoring.com
Virtual Visible Mending Classes
Lauren Callis of An Upcycled Closet is hosting a virtual class on mending basics to repair your beloved garments. Learn hand sewing essentials and three basic stitches so you can get your clothing back into rotation (and save money not having to send items to a tailor).
Upcoming classes: 11/9 & 11/14. Class fee is $40; learn how to claim your spot at anupcycledcloset.com
ENDING THIS WEEK:
BFWMN Presents The Essence of Fashion
In collaboration with Galleria, Black Fashion Week MN presents a fashion exhibition of pieces by 10+ local designers, including TIM+THOM, HWMR by Houston White, NSOD Clothing and The Lexurie Collection, showcasing everything from statement gowns to suits and streetwear. The gallery opens at 9am on Thursday, 10/1 within the former Gabberts space.
On view 10/1–10/31 @ 3501 Galleria, Edina, www.galleriaedina.com
Into the Rabbit Hole: An Immersive Pop-up Selfie Exhibit
Looking for a socially distanced activity to share with a few of your closest friends or family? Then check out this new, immersive popup exhibit created by Studios Moss, a St. Paul–based creative design company that specializes in custom backdrops and installations. House within The Wycliff, a new co-working space in St. Paul, you can view the exhibit via a self-guided tour with up to 9 companions. Each visitor is given 45 minutes to go through the spaces (and take plenty of selfies, of course).
Runs 8/27–10/31 @ The Wycliff, 2327 Wycliff St #210, St. Paul
$25 adults, $17 children 6–15, free for children 5 and under @ eventbrite.com
Arc’s Autumn Retro Collection
Halloween is an important fundraising season for Arc’s Value Village because many new thrifters come in looking for costumes. But unfortunately for a lot of thrift stores, their Halloween assortment can often seem to indirectly promote cultural appropriation when presenting traditional garments as a costume. (Examples: Chinese cheongsam dresses, Native American-inspired garb, traditional Hmong or African garments.) Put simply, someone else’s culture is not a costume. In an effort to curb cultural appropriation and the use of racist costumes, Arc’s has reimagined its annual Halloween shop. Dubbed the Autumn Retro Collection, the nonprofit thrift store’s revamped costume shop will feature creative, discounted retro clothing and accessories at great prices—so you can dress up without the cultural appropriation.
Through 10/31 @ 3 locations including Bloomington, New Hope & Richfield, arcsvaluevillage.org
ONGOING:
Disquietude
Curated by local artist Leslie Barlow, Disquietude is a collaboration between her and six artists from the artist collective and program Studio 400. Each artist approached questions around fear, the unknown, growth and resilience in different ways that reflect both internal and external tensions within these concepts—something we can all relate to in 2020. Featured artists include fashion designer Bris Carbajal of Yessenya along with visual artists Maiya Lea Hartman, Taylan De Johnette, Jacqueline W. Nuzzo, Philipo Dyauli and Sarah Nicole. Celebrate these artists by planning a socially distanced visit in person or doing a virtual tour online.
On view 9/10–11/20 on view online @ whitebeararts.org/2020/08/disquietude
Scheduled in person viewings: TBD @ White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave, White Bear Lake
Community Commons at Mall of America
Mall of America has just debuted Community Commons, a new, rent-free space dedicated to businesses struggling due to the pandemic or displaced due to civil unrest over the summer. Several, including Peruvian poncho retailer Llakta, come from the Midtown Global Market on Lake Street, which was hit by some of the worst damage. The 17 vendors include Twiggy Fresh (bamboo toothbrushes), and Butters by Jay (shea butter skin and haircare). The 5,000-square-foot space is currently set to stay open through Spring 2021 and will feature an evolving roster of retailers.
Now open @ Mall of America, 238N South Avenue (2nd level), Bloomington.
Learn more at mallofamerica.com/directory/communitycommons
The List Launches Virtual Marketplace
One unfortunate consequence of the COVID outbreak is the dearth of makers markets, which many local makers and small businesses had relied upon for a majority of their income—especially during the upcoming holiday season. Hoping to fill that void is The List, a new, Minnesota-based online maker hub that is fully launching this week. The marketplace aims to be a one-stop shop for high-quality artisans, makers and other small businesses, just in time for holiday gift-giving season. Find a mix of fashion, home goods and skin care by 40 top local makers, including Strey Designs, Adam Turman, Essence One, FOAT Design, Hackwith Design House, ILO Design, J.Lux Jewelry, Joeleen Torvick, Julia Elise Skincare, Tiny Loud and Minny & Paul.
Now available @ www.findmeonthelist.com
Les Sól Storefront Opening
New Minneapolis boutique Les Sól was set to open earlier this spring, until COVID-19 happened. After launching its online shop over the summer, the shop is set to open the doors of its brick-and-mortar location this week in Linden Hills. Founded by sisters Mikaela and Megan Harrod, Les Sól is a women’s lifestyle boutique with a “West Coast vibe” and a passion for community, small brands (like Pistola Denim, Paloma Wool, ＦＲИＣＨ), independent artists (the new store features custom wallpaper by local gals By She She) and sustainability (brands like ACACIA). Oh, and be sure to check out their exclusive, new collab with local jewelry line, Jac & Violet.
Now open @ 4353 S Upton Ave #104, Mpls, shoplessol.com
HWMR Expansion & Crowdfunding Campaign
North Minneapolis fixture HWMR just announced a major expansion. Originally known as Houston White Men’s Room, a barbershop founded by Houston White, the concept has since expanded to include Houston White’s apparel line. Now, White is working to expand the physical footprint as well as the offerings from HWMR. The new HWMR will be part barbershop, part retail store, part coffee bar, part cafe and all community, working toward “a better future, a better world, a better culture built by and for North Minneapolis.” They’ve just launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise funds for the expansion.
Donate & learn more at https://igg.me/at/hwmr
LOCALLY MADE FACE MASKS:
Want to be safer in style while supporting a small business? Skip the big-box store and pick up a handmade, one-of-a-kind face mask crafted by a local designer or brand. In response to Gov. Walz’s statewide mask mandate in Minnesota, I’ve updated my Minnesota-made mask directory. Check it out and pick out a few new favorites.
SUBMIT: Email me details about future events for consideration at jahna.peloquin@gmail.com.