This week in local shopping, Strey Collective celebrates the addition of three new local fashion brands, Art Attack and Open Casket open studio events go virtual, and Queenie & Pearl and Poppy Stella Rose launch a capsule collection.
Look from Rebekah Anne’s fall collection, now available at Strey Collective
NEW THIS WEEK:
Queenie & Pearl + Poppy Stella Rose: We Are the Band #SaveOurStages Fall Collection Launch
After its planned fashion show during Fashion Week MN’s spring season in April was canceled due to the pandemic, local shop Queenie & Pearl and blogger/stylist Poppy Stella Rose have pivoted to showcase their collaboration in a new way. First, they created a rock ‘n’ roll-themed photos hoot outside of First Avenue’s iconic silver star walls. Now, for the next two weeks, you can shop the collab capsule collection at Queenie & Pearl along with merch from local musicians to help support the #SaveOurStages initiative and see an art installation of the photos from the shoot.
Now through 11/15 @ Queenie & Pearl, 5014 Xerxes Ave S, Minneapolis, https://www.queenieandpearl.com
Hours: Tuesday–Friday noon–6pm, Saturday & Sunday 11am–5pm
Jaxon Grey opens at Galleria
One year after opening a flagship store in North Loop, men's retailer Jaxon Grey has opened its second location at Galleria. Operated by Michael Druskin, retail vet and former CEO of Len Druskin, the new store is located within a 2,000-square-foot space next to Roe Wolfe boutique. It's something of a homecoming—Len Druskin's flagship store was open for nearly 30 years at the Galleria. Expert a similar look and boutique brands as Jaxon Grey's North Loop store.
Galleria, located on the East end along W 69th St (enter at door 4), Edina @ jaxongrey.com
Homespun Maker Market: A Minnesota-Made Holiday Pop-up Market
Shop the the best in Minnesota-made gifts for the holidays with a series of three holiday pop-up shops at local malls, featuring exclusively local brands and makers. Their Ridgedale Center location opened over this past weekend; look for stores to open at Eden Prairie Center and Southdale Center by Black Friday.
Now open @ Ridgedale Center, Level 2 in Center Court, 12401 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, ridgedalecenter.com
Minny & Paul launches holiday collection
Local brand Minny & Paul partners with more than 100 talented local makers and independent businesses to craft its curated gift boxes, each with a different theme. This holiday season's gift collection includes four options: Festive Foodie (chocolatey, nutty artisanal bites) and the larger Festive Foodie Deluxe Crate, Winter Woods (balsam fir incense and more hygge self-care) and Caffeine & Chocolate. Boxes start at $49.
Shop now @ minnyandpaul.com
This week’s local vintage drops
Wednesday: Look for a vintage story sale from Wit & Delight (@shopwitandelight) throughout the day.
Friday: Throughout the month of November, Wit & Delight will be featuring a curated selection of home vintage goods for sale throughout the week on its Instagram story and on its website every Friday @ shopwitanddelight.com/vintage.
WEDNESDAY:
“Indigenous Fashion Designs & Traditional Materials” Virtual Presentation
Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe apparel designer, jewelry maker and beadwork artist Delina White is leading a virtual presentation on indigenous fashion designs and the use of traditional materials in fashion. The presentation celebrates Native American Heritage Month in partnership with the Office of Native American Programs at Central Michigan University.
Wednesday @ 6pm. For details & free registration, visit https://bit.ly/CHMUNAHM
THURSDAY:
Alice Riot Relaunches & Scarf Preorders Begin
Entrepreneur Kelly Groehler and visual artist Kate Iverson started their women's fashion brand, Alice Riot, in 2016 to inspire women to invest in women artists. After reassessing their business model, the brand is relaunching exclusively as a luxury scarf line featuring artwork by 100% women artists, discontinuing skirts and dresses in the process. New artists Precious Wallace and Marlena Myles will join artists Lady Pink, Stefanie Thiele, Nina Ramos and Iverson for the new collection of limited-edition patterns, which were first created as original paintings. Beginning this week, you can begin placing preorders for the collection.
Presale beginning Thursday @ aliceriot.com
THURSDAY–SATURDAY:
Strey Collective New Arrivals & Welcome Party
Co-op fashion studio and boutique, Strey Collective, has added three new local makers to its ranks. Rebekah Anne (apparel), Mezame Designs (apparel & textiles) and Moxie Malas (jewelry) join fashion makers Strey Designs, Joeleen Torvick, Create Laser Works and more. Preview the new collections during Northrup King’s First Thursday, or head over on Saturday for the Welcome Party for shopping, sips, bites and music.
Thursday from noon–9pm, Friday from 10am–7pm & Saturday Welcome Party from noon–7pm @ Northrup King, 1500 Jackson St NE #179, Minneapolis, www.instagram.com/streycollective
THURSDAY–SUNDAY:
Art Attack: Virtual Edition
Northrup King Building’s annual Art Attack open studio event has moved to a virtual format this year. Browse the works of over 350 artists, creatives and galleries, including local favorites Larissa Loden and A MANO, that call the Northrup King home from the comfort of your own home, and start your holiday gift shopping early. While the official annual Art Attack event has technically moved to a virtual format, select studios within the building will also be open for First Thursday this weekend, including a panoramic selection of goods from 107 artists and makers at Gallery 332 on the building’s third floor.
In person on Thursday from 5–9pm at select studios & Gallery #332 @ 1500 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis
Shop the full collection online Thursday, 11/5–Sunday, 11/8 @ shop.nemaa.org/art-attack
FRIDAY–SUNDAY:
Open Casket: Virtual Edition
Casket Arts Building in Northeast is also taking their annual open studio event, Open Casket, virtual this year. Find original art and handmade goods from 80+ artists and artisans, just in time for holiday shopping. Find a mix of paintings, jewelry, ceramics, woodworking, printmaking, sculpture, drawings, photography, gifts and more, and enjoy a series of live and prerecorded interviews, art demos and interactive studio tours.
Friday–Sunday @ casketarts.com
FRIDAY:
Minneapolis Craft Market on Popshop Live
As Minneapolis Craft Market’s live markets are currently on hold through at least winter 2020, you can now shop their makers online as well as live each week on virtual streaming app Popshop Live, where they’ll showcase a different maker each week. On Friday, join market founder Hayley Matthews-Jones along with this week's special guest, Roam Wild Designs. Use invite code MCMPOP to join for easy holiday shopping from the comfort of your couch.
Friday from 2–4pm. Download the free app @ bit.ly/mcmpsl & find upcoming events at mplscraftmarket.com/events. Shop the full Minneapolis Craft Market collection online 24/7 @ mplscraftmarket.com
SATURDAY:
MN Christmas Market
Despite the pandemic, the MN Christmas Market is returning to an in-person format, with social distancing guidelines in place. Get a head start on your holiday gift shopping and pick up some unique, handmade goods from dozens of Minnesota makers. All vendors donate 7% of sales to Hospitality House Youth Development to help at-risk youth. To ensure a comfortable and safe market experience, attendees are asked to purchase a $1 ticket for a specific time slot. (The last day to reserve your spot is Wednesday). Those with reservations will receive priority entry at the time of their ticket. Reservations are not mandatory, but encouraged.
Saturday from 10am–5pm @ Union Depot, 214 4th St E, St. Paul, mnxmasmarket.com
Primary Colors Vintage Sidewalk Pop-up
Primary Colors Vintage is popping up in front of Duck Duck Coffee in what will likely be their last in-person event of the year. Shop a cozy mix of coveralls, jackets, coats, sweaters and more. Watch their Instagram story @primarycolorsvintage for sneak peeks.
Saturday from 10am–1pm @ Duck Duck Coffee, 1830 E 38th St, Minneapolis
Vintage Stock Up for Winter Driveway Sale
Local vintage seller Glam Diggers Vintage is hosting one last outdoor sale for the season with clearance items. Most items are $20 and under, with many under $10.
Saturday 11am–4pm in Roseville
Address available Friday at @glamdiggersvintage on Instagram
Northeast Farmers Market: Winter Market
Put on your winter gear and support local vendors the first Saturday of each month, this weekend through April outdoors in the parking lot of St. Boniface Catholic Church. Shoppers are asked to wear a mask and keep socially distanced. (No pets allowed.) And, of course, dress warm.
Saturday from 11am–1pm @ 629 2nd St NE, Minneapolis, northeastfarmersmarket.com
MX Apparel Winter Trunk Show
Join South Minneapolis boutique, The Fitting Room, for the launch of local label MX Apparel’s winter cape and accessory collection. Each piece is made from vintage fabrics and are one of a kind. Due to limited capacity within the cozy store, guests are asked to make an appointment to shop by emailing thefittingroommpls@gmail.com or texting 612-229-8170.
Saturday from noon–3pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Minneapolis, thefittingroommpls.com
Ongoing sales:
HAUS Salon Client Appreciation Sale
Save 20% on your favorite shampoo, conditioner, styling products, skin care and more during HAUS Salon's month-long sale. Note, there will be no immediate order pickup available; all orders must be placed online for pre-order. Orders placed in November will be shipped the weeks of November 23 and December 7. No discount code necessary. Some exclusions apply.
Ends 11/30 @ haussalon.com
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
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
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
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
ONGOING OPENINGS & EXHIBITIONS:
Union Market Mankato
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. Read more about the new storefront on my blog.
Regular hours: Tuesday–Saturday from 10am–6pm @ 615 S Front St, Mankato, www.unionmarketmankato.com
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
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 Virtual Makers’ 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
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.