Find the best in local, sustainable, vintage and secondhand shopping this weekend in the Twin Cities. This week, check out a luxe fashion show at Galleria benefiting Women United, the Up Six winter clearance and Leap Year sale, an emerging artist showcase featuring up-and-coming designer Bris Carbajal, and more.
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Yessenya designer Bris Carbajal with her recent collaboration collection with local label NSOD
TUESDAY–SUNDAY:
Up Six Vintage Winter Clearance & Leap Day Sale: Make some room in your closet—Up Six Vintage is having a sale that only comes once every four years. Save 30% storewide on vintage clothing and accessories for men and women all week, plus a bonus 10% off on Saturday, 2/29, in honor of Leap Day. Ready for spring? Check back to the store on Tuesday, 3/3, to get first-pick of the store’s new spring arrivals. Tuesday 2/25–Sunday, 3/1 @ Up Six Vintage, 189 Snelling Ave N, St Paul
THURSDAY:
Black Bazaar: A Pop-up Event to Celebrate Black History Month: Celebrate Black History Month by shopping from local Black-owned businesses. This pop-up event will feature vendors selling goods ranging from food to art prints and home decor to clothing and accessories, both vintage and new. It’s hosted over lunchtime at advertising agency Fallon’s downtown offices. Thursday 11am–2pm @ Fallon, 6th floor, 500 N 3rd St, Mpls
Local Maker Pop-up Shop: Four small businesses are popping up for an evening of sustainable shopping and astrology. Find nature-inspired jewelry made from vintage pieces by PPtaller, luxury handcrafted skin care made from Minnesota-grown herbs by ROMI Apothecary, and sustainable woven textile apparel, accessories and housewares by Mezamé Designs, plus 15-minute astrology readings by Christina Igoe of I Am Astrology. Thursday 4–8pm @ 4501 Avondale Rd, Golden Valley
FRIDAY:
Flirt’s Leap Day Clearance Sale: In honor of Leap Day, Flirt Boutique is offering a sale that comes only once every four years. Get 25 to 50% off already-marked-down clearance prices on luxury lingerie and loungewear for one day only. Friday @ Flirt Boutique, 177 Snelling Ave N, St Paul
Greater Twin Cities United Way's Women United presents Couture 4 a Cause: Support innovative grantmaking while celebrating the power of fashion and philanthropy at this first-ever fashion show. Produced and styled by Grant Whittaker, who'll emcee the show with Mpls.St.Paul Magazine's Madeline Nachbar, the show will feature models in looks from Galleria stores, plus pop-up shopping, beverages and bites. Proceeds from the event benefit Women United, which helps funds better kindergarten readiness for kids and greater economic stability for women. Tickets start at $50 and are available at Eventbrite. Friday 6pm doors, 7pm show @ 3510 Galleria, Edina
SATURDAY:
Let’s Hygge!: Inspired by the Danish concept of hygge, this cozy afternoon embraces the communal experience of winter in Minnesota, complete with snowshoeing, kicksledding, shelter building and activities from local makers. Artist and maker Meg Erke will lead a Suminagashi (Japanese paper marbling) art activity and selling copies of her Minnealphabet art book, and local fashion designer Christopher Straub of Project Runway fame will be reading his children's book and selling his line of stuffed animals. Plus, enjoy complimentary Mike and Jen's Hot Cocoa with North Mallow, and concessions available for purchase. $5; Kids 3 & under free. Saturday 10am–1pm @ Cedarholm Golf Course, 2323 Hamline Ave N, Roseville
Studio 400 Annual Showcase: After local art gallery Public Functionary departed its home of 7+ years to find a new space, it busied itself with Studio 400, a studio space and artist community supporting emerging local artists. The current artist collective will showcase works created over the past year during the program in a group exhibition at a one-night opening. Featured artists include up-and-coming fashion designer Bris Carbajal of Yessenya, along with Jonathan Rosemond, Lissa Karpeh, Taylan De Johnette, Maria Robinson, Jacqueline Nuzzo, Sarah Nicole, Maiya Lea Hartman and Philipo Dyauli. Saturday 6–9pm @ Sure Space Gallery, 1506 Como Ave SE, Mpls
SATURDAY & SUNDAY:
gh2 90% Off Sale: This semi-annual clearance event features designer pieces from Northeast shop gh2’s big sister store, Grethen House, as well as designer consignment clothing, shoes and accessories from brands like Isabel Marant Étoile, Ulla Johnson, Comme des Garçons and more. Get there early to score the best stuff (you’ll probably have to stand in line before doors open on Saturday for first dibs). Saturday 11am–6pm & Sunday 11am–5pm @ gh2, 318 E Hennepin Ave, Mpls
Cochineal Vintage Rug Sale: Do you love vintage rugs as much as I do? Each one is unique and adds priceless character to a room. Then you know they’re not cheap. Fortunately, local seller Cochineal Rug Studio is having a sale, featuring runners, room-size rugs, small area rugs and everything in between. Saturday 10am–3pm & Sunday noon–3pm @ Northern Warehouse Artist Collective #214, 308 Prince St, St Paul
Uptown Art Fair Indoors at Bachman’s: Whether you live Uptown, downtown, or out of town, make your way to Bachman’s on Lyndale for its first-ever indoor art fair. This collaboration between the Uptown Art Fair and Bachman’s is welcoming artists from across Minnesota into the warmth of the greenhouse for a winter weekend of inspiration. Check out the work of 45 artists including five youth and five emerging artists while enjoying lunch from food and beverage vendors. Saturday 10am–6pm & Sunday 11am–5pm @ Bachman’s, 6010 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls
SUNDAY:
Sacred Space Yoga 3rd Birthday Gala: Sacred Space yoga and community space is turning 3. Celebrate with a brunch-style gala with bites from Chowgirls Killer Catering, Peace Coffee, Rishi Tea, tarot readings from Nina Luna Tarot, and ambiance by Style Society and Kindred Blooms. Peruse a vintage pop-up shop by inclusive vintage seller, 3411, and bid in a silent auction to benefit the space, with goods from Duke Albert, LaLunette Jewelry, Moxie Malas, Element Ayurvedic Apothecary and more. Tickets start at $35 at sacredspace.com and benefit Sacred Space’s inclusive mission to provide free classes accessible to all. Sunday 10:30am–2:30pm @ Paikka, 550 Vandalia St #165, St Paul
March Arctic Market: Minneapolis Craft Market returns to Lakes & Legends Brewing Company in downtown Minneapolis for its March edition of the Arctic Market. Shop handmade goods, including woodwork, ceramics, jewelry and more, from dozens of local artists and makers while sipping farm-to-table beers. This week’s makers include Fair Anita fair-trade goods, TyAnn Zeal Designs jewelry and Doily Dreams Crafts macrame decor. Sunday noon–5pm @ Lakes & Legends Brewing Company, 1368 LaSalle Ave, Mpls
Visible Mending Class: Join Lauren Callis of resale clothing vendor An Upcycled Closet for a workshop to encourage the elimination of textile waste and add something special to your favorite garment. The $40 fee for this introductory class includes a mending kit and take-home instructions. You’ll learn how to patch, reinforce and create an original look during this workshop; bring a garment you want to work on during the class. Sunday 1–3pm @ Egg|Plant Urban Farm Supply, 1771 Selby Ave, St Paul
THROUGH FEBRUARY:
Chameleon Shoppes are back: Chameleon Shoppes, the local maker pop-up that opened over the holidays, is back with a mix of new and returning makers. Located in two skyway storefronts on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, the store features Hygieia Aromatics, Create Laser Arts, Excelsior Candle Company, RighteoSouls, Siena Soap Company, The Cat Lab and TwiggyFresh on the second level of the IDS Center, and Body Love Products, House of Talents, Tina Dionne Fashion and TiAngy Designs on the second level of Gaviidae Common. The Gaviidae location is open Wednesdays–Fridays 11am–4pm & the IDS location is open Wednesdays–Fridays 11am–3pm, chameleonshoppes.com
La Bratique Bra Drive: Spring cleaning season is nearly upon us—get a head start and clean out your closet for a good cause this month. The Minnesota bra-fit stylists of La Bratique are hosting a bra collection drive to support Tubman’s Harriet Closet through the month of February. Donation sites for bras include La Bratique (4420 Valley View Rd #404, Edina), Flirt Boutique (177 Snelling Ave, St Paul) and Underneath It All (7942 Mitchell Rd, Eden Prairie), plus you can donate bras, clothing and accessories at The Riveter (4388 France Ave S, Mpls). The drive will be followed by a fit event to assist Tubman’s clients with bra fittings at no cost. Ends 2/29
Oleana: Casting On for a New Generation Exhibition Hours: Norwegian wool textiles and patterned knitwear designs from the history of the distinguished Norwegian textile factory will be on display as part of this exhibition, from its beginnings to its most recent designs. On view daily from Friday–April 15 @ Norway House, 913 E Franklin Ave, Mpls, www.norwayhouse.org