This week’s offerings include Hackwith Design House’s fall collection launch, end-of-summer sales from The Golden Pearl Vintage and Foat Design, and the soft launch of new maker hub, The List.
Hackwith Design House launches its Fall 2020 Collection this week. Image courtesy Hackwith Design House
NEW THIS WEEK:
Hackwith Design House Fall Collection Launch
St. Paul–based sustainable clothing label, Hackwith Design House, has just debuted its fall collection. Find several new, transitional pieces that you can wear now through winter with the help of various layering techniques. Designs are available in boxier linens, light cottons and beautifully draped Lyocells, and in sizes ranging from XS/S through +3/4. Look for fresh, new details like unique necklines, pleats and smocking details, while offering Hackwith’s signature versatility and comfort.
Shop now @ hackwithdesignhouse.com
Celina Kane Virgo Season Sale
Local milliner Celina Kane celebrates the shifts in season with new, limited-edition mask bundles and one-of-a-kind hats, with select items on sale for a limited time for 25% off. The classic hat designs from her Paysanne Collection are inspired by the Petit Trianon and the Hameau de la Reine, Marie Antoinette’s “country-farm” retreat in the Versailles estate, reinterpreting the Baroque while incorporating rustic charm.
Shop now @ www.celinakane.com
The Golden Pearl Vintage End-of-Season Sale
Save 20%–50% off during The Golden Pearl Vintage’s progressive season-end sale. How it works: Save 20% on the first item purchased, 30% off the second, 40% off the third and 50% off the fourth and beyond. Note: The sale is in-store only.
Runs September 1–12. Mondays & Tuesdays by private appointment only, in store Wednesday & Thursday 12–6pm, Friday 11am–6pm, Saturday 11am–4pm & Sunday 12-4pm. Learn more at @thegoldenpearlvintage.
@ The Golden Pearl Vintage, 507A E Hennepin Ave, Mpls
The List Soft Launch
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 making its (soft) debut this week. The marketplace features goods from a collective of local makers, including United Goods, Everthine Jewelry, Karin Jacobson, Sandwich Ceramic, Strey Designs and Minny & Paul. The website aims to be a one-stop shop for high-quality artisans, makers and other small businesses. Its hard launch is set for October 1 with an expanded lineup of makers, just in time for holiday gift-giving season.
Explore & shop now @ www.findmeonthelist.com
THURSDAY:
Foat Design End of Summer Sale
Local clothing label, Foat Design, is doing its end-of-summer sale a little differently this year. Every Thursday beginning this week, they’ll drop a small collection of deeply discounted items. More pieces will be added each Thursday until all summer inventory is gone.
Follow @foatdesign on Instagram and Facebook, and sign up for their newsletter, to get first dibs.
@ foatdesign.com
First Thursday at Northrup King Building
Visit all four floors and view (and shop) the work of 350 artists and makers at the return of Northrup King Building’s First Thursday event, as they share the work they’ve created over the past few months. While you're there, be sure to check out Strey Collective in studio #179, featuring some favorite local fashion makers like Joeleen Torvick and Strey Designs. Social distancing and mask wearing apply. Learn more at northrupkingbuilding.com, or visit my blog post on the 2020 Art-A-Whirl for a list of recommended studios to visit.
Thursday 5–9pm
@ 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls
FRIDAY:
New World Night Market
Shop goods from local Black and Brown artisans and makers at the final edition of the New World Night Market outdoor popup series, presented by Modus Locus gallery in partnership with Reverie, Legacy Arts Group and Powderhorn Neighborhood. Goods for sale include plant-based food, clothing, accessories, art and music, and Legacy Arts Group will feature live entertainment. View the Facebook event for more info.
Friday 6–10pm
@ 35th & Bloomington Ave S, Mpls, in the courtyard located in between Reverie Cafe + Bar and the Graffiti House
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 Autumn Higgins Ceramics and Radiate Activewear.
Saturday, 9/5 from 9am–1pm (8–9am for high-risk shoppers)
@ Mill City Farmers Market, 750 S 2nd St, Mpls, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Hideaway Leather Etsy Sale
Beginning at 9am, Duluth leather maker Hideaway Leather will be hosting a 40% off sale on all existing inventory for 24 hours. It’s their biggest sale ever, so be sure not to miss it. I’m a huge fan of her hand-painted, colorful leather earrings. (Sale excludes all made-to-order pieces.)
Saturday 9am–Sunday 8:59am
@ etsy.com/shop/HideawayLeathercraft
Derby at Your Domicile, A Virtual Kentucky Derby Party
This year the Kentucky Derby, usually held the first Saturday in May, was postponed for the first time in 144 years. With the 2020 Kentucky Derby rescheduled to this Saturday, they’re going all out to celebrate in a new way. Join Chowgirls co-founder Amy Lynn Brown as she celebrates her Kentucky heritage with Derby at Your Domicile, A Virtual Kentucky Derby Party. Through the magic of Zoom, Amy will guide you through a delicious menu of classic Kentucky recipes, including her own family favorites. Chowgirls’ awesome appetizers get even more of a Kentucky accent when paired with an excellent flight of bourbons from Old Forester. Mix up a Mint Julep, put on a fancy hat, and get ready for the most authentic Derby experience this side of the Mississippi. Each Derby at Your Domicile Party Kit will includes a house-made Mint Julep Mixer, Zoom pairing experience, a copy of our Chowgirls Killer Party Food cookbook and an array of Southern appetizers.
Party kits start at $75; visit the Facebook invite for more details & how to order.
Saturday at 4:30pm (race at 5:50pm) on Zoom
ENDING SUNDAY:
Virtual Cream of the Crop Gallery
With the State Fair’s cancellation, local artisans who would normally be selling at the fair are finding other ways to showcase their goods. One longtime booth, Cream of the Crop Gallery, is popping up as an online shopping experience. For two weeks beginning this week (during the original fair dates), find museum-quality jewelry and other handcrafted goods from a dozen local artists, including Robyn Robinson’s ROX Jewelry and Genie Castro.
Runs 8/27–9/6 @ creamofthecropartists.com
Minnesota State Fair vendors go virtual
Many local makers and brands were set to have a booth at the Minnesota State Fair this year—but with the fair’s cancellation, you can still shop your favorite vendors online via its website. Highlights include fashion designer, children’s book author and kids’ plush designer Christopher Straub, who will have “State Fair Deals” on select items. Homespun Gifts and Decor is offering an exclusive 10% off discount on its local artisan-made goods. And perennial Fair favorite, I like you, will have the best of its State Fair booth on its website, including its Minnesota State Fair Lover sweatshirt.
Shop online @ mnstatefair.org/fair-finder/shops
ONGOING:
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
CONTINUING:
Idun Summer Sale
Save 40% on select spring and summer 2020 styles from the St. Paul designer women’s boutique in store and online—no code needed.
Now @ 495 Selby Ave, St. Paul & online @ shopidun.com/collections/sale
BlackBlue 50% off Sale
Save up to 50% on seasonal markdowns at the men's retailer in store or online. The store is currently open by appointment only at its St. Paul location; email info@blkblu.com for appointments. Some exclusions apply. All sales final.
Now @ 614 Selby Ave, St. Paul & online @ blkblu.com
Parc Summer Markdowns
The North Loop boutique has just done its summer markdowns. Save 30 to 75% off select spring and summer collections. Final sale, no code needed.
In store @ 212 N 2nd St #102, Mpls & online @ parcboutique.com
Dallas Daws Designs Terre Pre-Sale
It can be hard (and costly) for a small business to guess which fabrics and colors are going to be the most popular. So Minneapolis-based fashion brand, Dallas Daws Designs, is trying something new with its latest collection. Pieces will be made based on preorders, shipping the week of 9/8. If you miss the pre-sale, the collection will fully launch in September.
Shop now @ dallasdaws.com/collections/terre
Larissa Loden Fall/Winter 2020 Collection Launch
Local jewelry designer Larissa Loden’s “VOTE” jewelry got a recent boost, thanks to Michelle Obama’s speech during the virtual DNC in which she wore a similar necklace. Now, the designer is launching a collection for fall featuring more than 30 new styles of necklaces, bracelets, earrings and pins with a focus on joyful colors, inclusive sizing and giving back to the community. She is also expanding on her DIY Quarantine Craft Kits and her Do Good bracelet series, 20% of sales of which will be donated to local nonprofits. Plus, look for three new styles in the VOTE series in multiple finishes and colors.
Shop online @ larissaloden.com & at the Larissa Loden studio, 1500 Jackson St NE #265, Mpls
Minneapolis Craft Market Goes Virtual The popular pop-up craft market has just announced the sad news that it will not be returning for any events for the remainder of 2020 due to the COVID-19 outbreak (barring any significant changes to the situation). The good news is it has moved its platform entirely online with a fully integrated digital marketplace featuring thousands of handmade products from local makers. These makers have relied on crafts markets and art fairs for much of their income, so they need our support now more than ever—keep them in mind when you start your holiday gift shopping.
Shop now at shop.mplscraftmarket.com
NWKC: 2020 Experiments
Over the next few months, local menswear brand Northwestern Knitting Co. (aka NWKC) will be offering a small group of new designs and fabrics for pre-sale. These limited releases will open with pre-orders and finish with short production lead times, all with the goal of keeping creativity and experimentation going with less risk due to today’s unpredictable marketplace. First up is a set of fall/winter outerwear pieces now available for pre-order, shipped before 10/1.
View the collection and pre-order @ nwkc.us
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.
Sidewalk Swaps
How is one to safely donate clothing and shop sustainably during COVID times? Enter the sidewalk swap. After first popping up on the sidewalks of Minneapolis, the swap has since spawned iterations off Hiawatha in Minneapolis (@sidewalkswaphiawatha), St. Paul (@sidewalkswapstp), and most recently, outside of RETHINK Tailoring (@rethinktailoring) in Minneapolis, which will have a rack out front when the shop is open. How it works: First, check the Instagram page for the swap and make sure it’s open that day, and find out if there is space on the rack for donations-—namely, clean, summer-appropriate clothes. (You can DM them if you’re not sure.) Then, bring your donations and “shop” the rack for free. As a general rule, try to donate one piece for every piece you take. And be sure to wear a mask to shop!
SUBMIT: Email me details about future events for consideration at jahna.peloquin@gmail.com.