This week’s offerings include the launch of MartinPatrick3’s womenswear boutique, Up Six Vintage’s 19th anniversary sale, and an indie craft show highlighting local Latinx makers.
Pieces from the Fall 2020 collection by Danish brand Baum und Pferdgarten, which arrives at MartinPatrick3 this week.
NEW THIS WEEK:
TUESDAY:
Minneapolis Craft Market Virtual Pop-up
Minneapolis Craft Market hosts its first-ever virtual marketplace pop-up as part of Twin Cities Startup Week. You can virtually travel “table to table” and connect with each maker while you shop, learn about their craft, and support small businesses, all from the comfort of your couch. Featured makers include Fair Anita, Siena Soap Co, Tu Upcycled Denim and more.
Tuesday, 9/8 from 1–3pm. Free registration at https://events.wesparkle.ai/e/virtual-popup-market-sept-8-2020/register.
Dallas Daws Designs Launches Fall Collection
Instead of launching a full collection during a pandemic, local designer Dallas Daws has opted to launched a smaller capsule collection of some classic, everyday pieces with interesting details in a range of natural fabrics and colors—made with longevity in mind.
Launches Wednesday, 9/9 @ dallasdaws.com/collections/terre
THURSDAY:
MartinPatrick3 Launches Women’s Boutique
After more than a decade since introducing menswear to the North Loop, MartinPatrick3 is *finally* introducing women’s wear. The new store-within-a-store boutique will primarily feature women’s clothing, plus accessories, and expanded apothecary, gifts, and decor. Expect apparel from include Danish fashion house Baum und Pferdgarten, American sportswear brand Adam Lippes, Serbian luxury knitwear brand Dusan, stripe-centric brand Kule and premium denim brand AGOLDE, along with fine jewelry from Bea Bongiasca, Leigh Miller and Pamela Love, colored glass stemware from Estelle, refined home decor by Aerin, and contemporary homeware by Dinosaur Designs.
Shop in store @ MartinPatrick3, 212 3rd Ave N #106, Minneapolis. Learn more at martinpatrick3.com or @martinpatrick3 on Instagram.
Disquietude Exhibition Opening
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 online @ whitebeararts.org/2020/08/disquietude
Virtual opening reception: Thursday, 9/10 at 7pm
Scheduled in person viewings: TBD @ White Bear Center for the Arts, 4971 Long Ave, White Bear Lake
Artist panel discussion: Thursday, 9/24 at 7pm (free with registration or $5 suggested donation)
THURSDAY–SUNDAY:
Up Six Vintage’s 19th Anniversary Sale
As summer takes its last gasp, take the opportunity to stock up on pieces for next spring and summer at Up Six Vintage’s annual anniversary sale, where they unload warm-weather goods to make way for fall arrivals. Save 30% storewide on vintage clothing and accessories for men and women all week. (In store only.) Ready for fall? Check back to the store on Wednesday, 9/16, to get first-pick of the store’s new fall arrivals.
Thursday 9/10–Sunday, 9/13 @ Up Six Vintage, 189 Snelling Ave N, St Paul. Visit @upsixvintage on Instagram.
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 Indigo & Snow hand-dyed goods, Larissa Loden Jewelry, Radiate Activewear and Vikse Designs jewelry.
Saturday, 9/12 from 9am–1pm (8–9am for high-risk shoppers)
@ Mill City Farmers Market, 750 S 2nd St, Mpls, millcityfarmersmarket.org
LaLunette Jewelry Story Sale
During the past few months, local jewelry brand LaLunette has been on hiatus due to COVID-19. While their 2021 plans are up in the air, the brand is planning on having a few sales before the end of the year—including one they’re having this Saturday, exclusively via Instagram stories. The sale begins at 10am, so be sure to tune in and act fast. It’s first-come, first-serve, and many of the items are one-of-a-kind.
Saturday 9/12 beginning at 10am at @lalunettejewelry on Instagram
BEGINNING SATURDAY:
Grethen House's Fall Scratch-off Sale
Designer boutique Grethen House is back with its famous scratch-off sale. How it works: Get a card at either location. Shop for your fall favorites. When you're ready to check out, bring your items up to the counter and scratch off your card to see your discount—with savings of up to 50% off. You can shop as many times as you want until the sale ends on 9/20. While this deal is in-store only, you can also save 20% off all online purchases during the span of the sale.
9/12–9/20 @ Grethen House at 50th & France and Grethen House North Loop, grethenhouse.com
SUNDAY:
Lowertown Art Market
Every Sunday through September, head to the CHS Field Plaza for the Lowertown Art Market. Shop goods from local artists and makers from a variety of mediums in this socially distanced, family-friendly event. Masks are required to attend. Learn more via the Facebook event.
Sunday, 9/13 from 9am–1pm @ CHS Field Plaza, 360 N Broadway St, St Paul
Hecho Con Love Latinx Craft Show
Premier Latino Events has partnered with Corazon Mexicano to create Hecho Con Love, a series of Latinx craft and artisan shows throughout the Twin Cities. The event will be held outdoors and social distancing will be required.
Learn more at facebook.com/Latincraftshow
Sunday, 9/13 from 12–6pm @ La Doña Cervecería, 241 Fremont Ave N, Mpls
CONTINUING:
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
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
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, 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
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
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 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
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.