This week in local shopping, local retailers, brands and makers celebrate Black Friday and Small Business Saturday with special online and in-store happenings and deals. (Not feeling up to shopping IRL? Be sure to ask shops about shipping, curbside pick-up and local delivery options.) Plus, holiday markets continue, but virtually and in-person.
I’ll be updating this post throughout the week, so keep checking back! If you don't see your sale or event listed below, drop me an email at jahna.peloquin@gmail.com and I’ll happily update.
Larissa Loden’s Holiday Collection is on sale all week.
new this week:
Virtual Side Hustle Farmers Market: Curbside Small Business Saturday: Wild Things Antiques is hosting a week-long, virtual market with a mix of vintage and handmade goods from local artisans, shoppable view Facebook. Sales begin Tuesday at noon, and curbside pickup will be Saturday, 11/28 from 12–3pm at Wild Things Antiques. Learn more about how to shop at the Facebook invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/396400091499855
Union Depot's Virtual Holiday Bake Sale: Although vendors will no longer be gathering physically at the Union Depot's annual bake sale, you'll still be able to stock up on holiday treats from them via virtual orders. You can purchase a treat bag, available in small, medium or large sizes, filled with baked goods from local vendors and pick it up at Union Depot. Shop now through Monday, 11/30. Pickup 12/12 @ Union Depot, 214 4th St E, St. Paul. Shop now via www.uniondepot.org/bakesale
Now open: Mother Cactus Co. St. Paul: The popular cactus and plant shop has opened a second location in St. Paul’s Cathedral Hill neighborhood. The shop specializes in varieties of unique, interesting and sculptural varieties of plants, direct from collectors and growers, plus minimalist planters, modern home goods and branded gear. For now, the smaller sister shop will be open by appointment only, but once gatherings commence post-COVID, the store hopes to utilize its large back patio for workshops and parties. Now open by appointment @ 162 Dale St N, St. Paul, mother-plants.com
#BFOB2020: Virtual Black Friday on Broadway: In light of the recent surge in Covid cases, the event has canceled the in-person portion of this year's BFOB. The annual event presented by NEON and the West Broadway neighborhood supports small and local businesses that are part of the Northside community. Beginning Black Friday weekend, browse all our BFOB vendors and shop from them directly through the rest of the holiday season. The website will be active through the end of the year. Shop now @ www.bfob-mn.com
BLACK FRIDAY & SMALL BUSINESS WEEKEND DEALS:
Alora Ambiance: The Minnesota-based fragrance brand is hosting its bi-annual 25% off sale with code THANKS25. (Some exclusions apply.) Shop now through Monday, 11/30 @ aloraambiance.com
Askov Finlayson: Starting this week, save up to 40% on select winter accessories and apparel from the Minnesota brand. The sale includes classic North Hat styles and t-shirts, designed to celebrate the North and protect it from climate change. Shop now @ askovfinlayson.com
Atelier957: Save 30% from the St. Paul women’s boutique in store and online with code “SHOPSMALL”. In store: Friday, 11/27 from 10am–6pm, Saturday, 11/28 from 10am–5pm, Monday 10am–6pm @ 957 Grand Ave, St. Paul. Online: Thursday, 11/26–Monday, 11/30 @ atelier957.com
Audrey Rose Vintage: The local vintage seller is having a silent auction on her Instagram page starting on Thanksgiving. It's a great chance to score a deal on vintage clothing, accessories and home goods. Beginning Thursday, 11/26 @ instagram.com/audreyrosevintage
Bumbershute: The women’s designer boutique is offering 20% off all purchases. @ 5014 France Ave. S., Edina., bumbershute.com
Combine: The Uptown boutique is offering 20% off everything through the end of the year. @ 1609 W. Lake St., Mpls., combinempls.com
Equation: Every day this week, the 50th & France women’s apparel boutique is hosting a different Black Friday deal every day of the week. On Wednesday, save 30% off storewide both in store and online. @ 5045 France Ave S, Edina, equationmn.com
Face Foundrié: Now through the end of the year, the boutique spa and skincare brand is offering a gift card promotion: Purchase $100 in gift cards and receive $20 credit. Begins Friday, 11/27 @ locations in Maple Grove, Galleria & North Loop, facefoundrie.com
Filigree Jewelers: The family-owned estate jewelry business is offering 10% purchases under $5,000 in store or online with code SMALL. (Excludes bridal.) Shop now through 12/3 @ 210 N 2nd St #101, Minneapolis, filigreejewelers.com
The Foundry: Instead of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, The Foundry Home Goods is celebrating their own holiday, the Weekend of Giving. During that time, a portion of their profits are donated to different charities. The storefront is currently closed, but you can shop online; curbside pickup and shipping are available. Friday, 11/27–Monday, 11/30 @ thefoundryhomegoods.com
Galleria: Beginning this week, Galleria launches "Galleria To Go!", a same-day delivery service for purchases over $200 at participating stores. The service will be available throughout the holiday season. The shopping center has also taken its Holiday Reimagined shopping experience in collaboration with LAB virtual, featuring exclusive offers, DIY inspiration and contactless shopping in a stylized window curated with goods from 40 local vendors, shoppable via QR code. See an updated list of Galleria stores Black Friday sales and deals here. All week @ Galleria, Edina, 952-925-4321, galleriaedina.com, @galleriaedina
gh2: The designer resale store is having a progressive sale where the more you buy, the more you save. Take 10% off one item, 20% off two items and 30% off three items or more, in store only. Friday & Saturday 11am–5pm @ 318 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, shopgh2.com
The Golden Pearl Vintage: This year, the Northeast Minneapolis vintage boutique is extending its 20/20 sale for over a week to enable social distancing while shopping. On Small Business Saturday, it will have extended shop open hours from 10am–7pm and limiting the number of shoppers in the store. Every day beginning this Friday, the store is offering 20% off everything in store and online with code “2020sale”. Additionally, in-store shoppers will get a bonus $20 gift certificate. Private shopping appointments are also available. They’ll also be serving hot cider and cookies to shoppers waiting to get in on Friday outdoors. 11/27–12/5 @ The Golden Pearl Vintage, 507A E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, www.thegoldenpearlvintage.com
The Golden Rule: This year, the Golden Rule in Excelsior is partnering with other small local brands to encourage shoppers to shop small with a gift card worth 10% of what you spent through November 28. Participating businesses include Nice Nice, Lucy & Co, Anna Lisabeth, Impressed Threads and Tandem Vintage. Shop now through 11/28 @ 350 Water St., Excelsior, 612-598-2098, shopgoldenrule.com
Grethen House: Save an additional 40% on of already-discounted items, plus 25% off full-price White + Warren. No code needed. @ 50th & France and North Loop locations, grethenhouse.com
HOUSER: The lifestyle and fair-trade jewelry store in the North Loop is offering 20% off everything with code BLACKFRIDAY20. Shop now through 11/30 @ 212 N. 2nd St, Minneapolis, shophouser.com
The Fitting Room: The small boutique is offering a gift with every purchase both online and in the shop, gift wrapping when requested, curbside pick up or free shipping on all online orders and 20% off of our $100 gift cards all week long. Now through Saturday, 11/28. Hours: open by appointment any day, open to public Thursday–Saturday from 12–5pm @ 316 W 38th St, Minneapolis, thefittingroommpls.com
Jaxon Grey: The men’s designer boutique is offering 30% off CUTS, Raffi and Edwin and 20% off all outerwear, DUER, Taylor Stitch, Normal Brand, and Alo Yoga. Plus, get an additional 15% off any gift card purchase. Shop now through Monday, 11/30 @ North Loop and Galleria, jaxongrey.com.
Lady L Vintage: The local, Indigenous-owned vintage brand is offering 25% off site-wide now through Monday. Use code SHOP25 at checkout. Shop now through Monday, 11/30 @ ladylvintage.com
Larissa Loden Jewelry: Now’s a great time to start your holiday shopping. Now through Saturday, save 20% on everything from the local designer, plus take advantage of 40% off daily deals including bracelet kits and limited designs. Be sure to check out her curated gift guides, including ideas under $40. No code needed. Shop now through Saturday, 11/28 @ larissaloden.com
Lés Sol: The new Linden Hills women’s apparel boutique celebrates Small Business weekend with a series of special happenings. On Friday, they’ll host an in-store pop-up highlighting a handful of Minneapolis based women-owned businesses including Makwa Designs, plus-size seller Doo Wop Vintage, Winsome Goods, Misfit Coffee and Cactus in a Can. Plus, save 25% on Les Sól goods all weekend long, both in store and online. Note, only five people are allowed in the store at a time and masks are required during the entirety of your visit. Friday, 11/27–Sunday, 11/29 @ 4353 S Upton Ave #104, Minneapolis, shoplessol.com
Lulu Organics: The cult favorite, locally based, plant-powered skincare and haircare brand is having its only sale of the year. Get 25% off on everything, including their world-famous dry shampoo. Shop now through Monday, 11/30 @ www.luluorganics.com
Maria Stanley: Save 20% site-wide now through Monday from the local women's apparel designer. No code needed. Plus, get free shipping and exchanges. Shop now through Monday, 11/30 @ www.mariastanley.com
MartinPatrick3: Loyalty members can shop early as part of the store’s pre-shop event, plus get 20% off. Contact a sales associate for an appointment. @ 212 3rd Ave. N., Mpls., 612-746-5329, martinpatrick3.com
Mille: The South Minneapolis boutique and women’s clothing brand is marking down a selection of its in-house collection as well as pieces from other brands like Richer Poorer, Faithful The Brand and more. Online only. Shop now @ shopmille.com
Mod Maud Vintage: Save 30% on vintage women's clothing and accessories from the local seller, including everything in its Etsy store. Shop now through Monday, 11/30 @ etsy.com/shop/modmaudvintage
Moth Oddities: All vintage items available in the store’s Instagram story highlights will be on sale all weekend and the discounts get better every day. On Friday, take 20% off all items in highlights; on Saturday, save 30% on items 5 weeks and older; and on Sunday, save 40% on items 10 weeks and older. Determine posting date in top left corner. Free pickup at its NE location and shipping available. Friday, 11/27–Sunday, 11/29 @ instagram.com/mothoddities
Nine56 Studio: Take 20% off site-wide from the local ethical women's designer label, including all loungewear and mama-and-me sets. Shop now through Sunday @ nine56studio.com
NWKC: Minnesota-based men’s apparel brand, Northwestern Knitting Co., is offering 30% off core pieces and 50% off all sale item, all week long. (Note: all items purchased on sale are only eligible for exchange or store credit.) Shop now through Monday, 11/30 @ nwkc.us
On the Shelf Jewelry: On Small Business Saturday, the local jewelry maker is having a 20% off sale on custom orders on its Etsy site. As always, 10% of proceeds from sales will be donated to local public schools. Saturday only @ www.etsy.com/shop/ontheshelfjewelry
Parc: Take 20% off almost everything site-wide in store and online with code ALLWKD, plus get free shipping on orders over $100. Shop now @ 212 N 2nd St #102, Minneapolis, parcboutique.com
Proper: Save 20% off your entire purchase from the trendy women’s retailer, online and in-store. Shop now @ 2743 Lyndale Ave. S, Minneapolis, proper-shops.com
Requisite: Take 20% off all coats, scarves, ponchos and hats from the women’s North Loop boutique. Shop now @ 211 Washington Ave N, Minneapolis, @requisitenorthloop
Roe Wolfe: Take 20% off one pair of denim, 30% off two pairs, and 40% off three or more pairs. Plus, with every $75 purchase, spin the wheel for your chance at a free pair of earring or 15–30% off your purchase. Friday, 11/27 @ Galleria, Edina, roewolfe.com
Serge + Jane: The Linden Hills boutique is offering 20% off apparel and outerwear for both Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, plus a free treat with any pet purchase and drawings for prizes. Stop by on Small Business Saturday for a pop-up with MISFIT Coffee, offering complimentary hot beverages from its mobile trailer from 10am–1am in the shop's parking lot. Friday, 11/27 & Saturday, 11/28 @ 4532 France Ave S, Edina,sergeandjane.com.
FRIDAY–SUNDAY:
Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt: Downtown Excelsior will be transformed into a German-style open-air holiday market for two weekends this season. Put on something warm and enjoy holiday foods and entertainment, decor and gift shopping and festive warm beverages. You can also get a picture with Santa, who’ll be enclosed in a COVID-friendly, life-size ornament. To ensure social distancing is met and the increased costs, guests are required to buy a $5 ticket for an hour-long time slot, limiting capacity to 250 people. Face coverings will be required. 11/27–11/29 plus 12/4–12/6 @ Excelsior Commons, 135 Lake St, Excelsior, excelsiorchristmas.com
Holidazzle 2020 Virtual Experience: Holidazzle—which typically takes place in Loring Park—is moving online this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Its virtual experience is centered around The Holidazzle Show, a four-part series that features DIY holiday projects, holiday gift ideas from small businesses and more. Other online content and activities include activities, Holiday cooking recipes, Minneapolis Craft Market virtual shopping experience featuring local makers. Beginning 11/27 & running through 12/24 @ www.holidazzle.com/2020
SATURDAY ONLY:
Northrup King Building Holiday Hours: The massive artist and maker studio building will have open hours throughout the holiday season, with select studios open for shopping. Those include Strey Collective, a co-op shop featuring apparel, leather goods and accessories by several local designers (#179); Excelsior Candle Co, which is offering exchanges on empty Excelsior candles and new products for the holidays, and local jewelry favorite, Larissa Loden (#265). 11/28 from 10am–6pm plus 12/3 from 5–9pm, 12/5 from 10am–4pm, 12/12 from 10am–4pm & 12/19 from 10am–4pm @ 1500 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, www.northrupkingbuilding.com
Haupt Antiek Market: Holiday Markets: The occasional vintage market is known for its annual holiday markets featuring a new theme and fresh inventory each month. Look for a mix of holiday home decor, antique ornaments, table settings, festive furnishings, gifts, outdoor decorations, sleds, skis and fresh greens. 11/28 from 9am–5pm plus 12/3–12/6 @ 7570 147th St W #400, Apple Valley, www.hauptantiek.com
The Artful Present: Veronique Wantz Gallery's annual holiday art and gifting event is back for a series of Saturdays of one-of-a-kind gifts from local artists and makers, including giftable paintings by Jim Hillegass and wood-fired stoneware serving dishes by Samuel Johnson, plus pop-ups from Goldfinch Modern Textile Craft and Yen Chee Designs jewelry. All artwork will also be 10% off for the duration of the event. Note, only 6 shoppers are allowed inside at a time. While you're there, visit nearby retailers UMEI for Japanese home goods and new interior design retailer J. Atelier. Saturdays through 12/19 from 11am–3pm @ Veronique Wantz Gallery, 901 N 5th St, Minneapolis, www.instagram.com/veroniquewantzgallery
SUNDAY ONLY:
Healing Elements Holiday Market: Healing Elements, a mindfully curated wellness shop in St. Paul, is hosting a series of holiday markets featuring goods from independent local makers. To attend, register for a time slot to help the market stay safe and distanced. Up to 8 guests are welcome to shop for 45-minute intervals. 11/29 from 11am–6pm @ Healing Elements, 2290 Como Ave, St. Paul. Learn more & get free tickets at healingelementswellness.com
ONGOING HOLIDAY MARKETS:
Craft Bash 2020 Online: American Craft Council's annual Craft Bash is hosting a virtual marketplace filled with meaningful, handmade gifts by more than 90 diverse artisans from across the country. Local favorites participating include Lulu Organics, SCARFSHOP, Marisa Martinez Jewelry, Winsome Goods, Hideaway Leathercraft, Ethel Studio and DC Ice, and many items are one-of-a-kid or limited quantities. Learn more and explore the artists on the Craft Council’s website. Now through 12/6 @ www.craftcouncil.org/show/season/craft-bash-2020
Union Depot's Virtual Holiday Bake Sale: Although vendors will no longer be gathering physically at the Union Depot's annual bake sale, you'll still be able to stock up on holiday treats from them via virtual orders. You can purchase a treat bag, available in small, medium or large sizes, filled with baked goods from local vendors and pick it up at Union Depot. Now through 11/30. Pickup 12/12 @ Union Depot, 214 4th St E, St. Paul. Shop now via www.uniondepot.org/bakesale
bread: A unique pop-up market: This holiday pop-up market created by local entrepreneur Marsha Magdalene will feature a mostly BIPOC group of locally owned brands and goods from local makers. Open weekends through 2/28/21 @ Maplewood Mall (lower level next to Lids/Caribou Coffee), 3001 White Bear Ave N #1015A, Maplewood, www.facebook.com/breadpopup
Fair Trade Holiday Market Pop-up: Beginning this week, four Minnesota-based fair-trade retailers are coming together to bring a new pop-up holiday shopping experience to Northeast Minneapolis. Fair Anita, Global Mamas, Elevāt and Trade Winds, plus displays from Gifts for Change, Multicolores and She is Love. These companies are joined together by their unique core values, fair trade, and ethically-made. Each group works with artisans around the world to curate globally-sourced products that have been made in ethical conditions. Now open through 12/24. Hours: Wednesday 10am–6pm, Thursday 11am–7pm, Friday & Saturday 10am–6pm & Sunday 12pm–4pm. @ 2516 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, www.fairtradeholidaymarket.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 more than 70 local brands and makers at each location. The Ridgedale location is now open; look for stores to open at Southdale and Eden Prairie Center on Black Friday. Now open through 12/24 @ Ridgedale Center, Level 2 in Center Court, 12401 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka. Coming soon to Southdale Center in Edina and Eden Prairie Center. More info: homespunmn.myshopify.com
NOW OPEN:
Stranger & Co. at 50th & France: After first opening as an online shop in late 2019, Stranger & Co. is opening its first storefront this week. The small, woman-owned shop is focused on making high-quality design accessible and fairly priced, with items spanning fashion accessories to home goods to apothecary products. They primarily represent artists and designers who are women, people of color, LGBTQ+ and immigrants, and their ethos is one of inclusion, accessibility and visibility. Opening Thursday @ 3921 Market St, Edina, www.strangerandco.com
Minneapolis Craft Market Online Marketplace: 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. Use invite code MCMPOP to join for easy holiday shopping from the comfort of your couch. Download the free app @ bit.ly/mcmpsl & find upcoming live streaming dates and times at mplscraftmarket.com/events. You can also shop the full Minneapolis Craft Market collection from local makers online 24/7 @ mplscraftmarket.com
Community Commons at Mall of America: Mall of America recently 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 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, 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. Shop now @ www.findmeonthelist.com
For more holiday markets, both virtual and in-person, plus great local shops carrying gifts from local makers, visit my Holiday Market Round-up.