This week, local “Laundry Guy” Patric Richardson releases his new laundry book and a TV series on discovery+, local retailers host Earth Month events, and more.
Patric Richardson, courtesy discovery+
NEW THIS WEEK:
Laundry Love: Finding Joy in a Common Chore Book Release & The Laundry Guy Premieres
Locally known for his sold-out “Laundry Camps” and as the owner of Mona Williams women’s clothing and gift boutique at the Mall of America, Patric Richardson has been waving the banner for the art of laundering for years. Now, the busy laundry expert is releasing a new book on the art of laundry and a new TV series in the very same week. In Laundry Love, Patric shares his tips, tricks, and hacks for laundry with an infectious joy that may actually make you look forward to doing laundry. Patric is also front and center of The Laundry Guy, a new sseries that will be streaming on discovery+ and broadcast on HGTV beginning Wednesday. The series follows Patric as he listens to clients’ meaningful stories behind irreplaceable pieces, from wedding dresses and baby blankets to stuffed animals and vintage coats, and then carefully restores the items to mint condition. The Laundry Guy will be available to stream Wednesday, March 31. The first episode also will air on HGTV on March 31 at 9pm CST. Learn more at hgtv.com. Beginning today, you can also buy his book, “Laundry Love,” on Amazon.
THURSDAY–SATURDAY:
Common Coast Going-Out-of-Business Sale
Having opened only four months before COVID-19 hit, St. Paul women’s clothing boutique Common Coast is sadly calling it quits. Through this weekend, everything is on clearance at $30 or less. The store's remaining hours are Thursday from 11am–5pm, and Friday–Saturday from 11am–7pm. @ 1591 Selby Ave, St Paul, shopcommoncoast.com
THURSDAY:
Bread. A Unique Pop-up Market Grand Reopening
What began as a holiday pop-up market over the holidays is returning to Maplewood Mall as a more permanent fixture. Created by local entrepreneur Marsha Magdalene as a shared opportunity to help small businesses market and scale their businesses, Bread features a mostly BIPOC group of locally owned brands and goods from local makers, including Marsha’s son’s brand, Ice Cream Bow Ties. For Thursday’s grand reopening, the store’s brands will be joined by Maplewood Mayor Abrams, MN State Rep. John Thompson and St. Paul City Council member Nelsie Yang, and there will be raffles and refreshments. Thursday at noon; new market hours starting Thursday will be Monday–Friday from 12–7pm and Sunday from 12–6pm (closed 4/4 for Easter Sunday) @ Maplewood Mall, 3001 White Bear Ave N, Maplewood, www.facebook.com/breadpopup
Alice Riot x Manaz Raiszadeh Scarves Preorder Begins
Local brand Alice Riot is rolling out their latest artist collaboration with San Diego–based, French/Afghan artist Manaz Raiszadeh. Artwork from her painting, “Cutie in QT,” will be featured on Alice Riot’s 100% hand-rolled Italian silk scarves and numbered, limited-edition prints. Pre-sale begins April 1; join their mailing list to receive exclusive pre-sale info @ aliceriot.com
Darning 101 with An Upcycled Closet
Learn the first steps to preparing your mend, fixing your garment and looking stylish to boot! Darning is possible on knit garments such as socks, sweaters or blankets in this class led by An Upcycled Closet’s Lauren Callis. The class costs $40 per person, which includes a kit with everything you need prior to class. Reserve your spot and find more upcoming classes at anupcycledcloset.com/pages/calendar. Thursday from 6–8pm
Bumbershute New Location Grand Opening
After more than a dozen years at its 50th & France location, high-end designer store Bumbershute has moved one block east to a new location. Owner Kathryn Paulsrud's mom started the store in 1970 in Fargo, N.D., before moving to Deephaven in 1978, then to Wayzata in 1995. Paulsrud took over in 2004. Today, the store stocks women’s clothing and accessories from brands like Rag & Bone, L’Agence, Alice & Olivia and Helmut Lang. Bonus: The new store will have its own dedicated parking lot. Opening Thursday @ 3811 W 50th St, Minneapolis, bumbershute.com
SATURDAY:
Wright County Swappers Meet
The first flea market of the season kicks off this weekend. The Wright County Swappers Meet is a farmers market, art fair, antique mall, garden center, sporting goods store and garage sale in South Haven. Family-owned and -operated since 1970, the Swappers Market is Minnesota's largest seasonal outdoor market, averaging 150–200 sellers on Saturdays and 350+ on holiday weekends. Opening day: Saturday from 7am–1:30pm. The market is open every Saturday from April through the end of October and Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays on holiday weekends (Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day) @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, wrightcountyswappersmeet.com
A Spring Pop-up
Primary Colors Vintage, Steadfast Vintage and There's a Party in my Plants are joining forces for an outdoor market. Find vintage clothing for the whole family (XS–XXL) and home goods as well as plants for sale in hand-painted and vintage vessels. Plus, a discount rack and bins. Saturday from 10am-2pm in S Mpls near Chatterbox Pub; DM instagram.com/primarycolorsvintage for address.
Exploring Care through Mending: A Virtual Class
In collaboration with Curiosity Studio, join An Upcycled Closet’s Lauren Callis to explore how caring for out clothes extends beyond our closet in this class. Explore the meditative power of hand sewing, learn history of the craft and lessen your consumption by repairing your own clothes in one morning. Mending our clothing can extending beyond care for a garment but into our communities and planets as well. As sewing has long taught us, joining one another over stitches can be much more powerful. No previous art experience necessary to take this class. Class is $75 including materials. (Details about material pick up (for local participants) will be sent out ahead of time with local pick up taking place the day before class.) Saturday at 10 am; register at curiositystudioclass.com
Rebekah Niemeyer Spring Drop at Strey Collective
The local designer is back with a new collection of limited-edition pieces just in time for spring in a color-drenched palette of late ‘60s-inspired patterns in size S–L (custom sizing also available). Available beginning Saturday @ Strey Collective, 1500 Jackson St NE #179, Minneapolis, rebekahniemeyer.com
Northeast Farmers 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, snow, rain or shine. Shoppers are asked to wear a mask and keep socially distanced. (No pets allowed.) Saturday from 11am–1pm @ 629 2nd St NE, Minneapolis, northeastfarmersmarket.com
Houseplant Garage Sale
Hosted by the Planty Queens, this houseplant garage sale will feature exclusive, rare plants for sale and some discounted ones, too. This event will be held at their studio building, where they’ll also be hosting a giveaway for a few fun prizes. Saturday from 11am–2pm @ 1729 N 2nd St, Minneapolis, www.instagram.com/plantyqueens
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE:
Tickets are now on sale for select Fashion Week MN Spring 2021 events (4/28–5/1), including EVOLVE Fashion Show, the closing event of Fashion Week MN’s spring season, presented by The Fitting Room. Get tickets at fashionweekmn.com
CONTINUING:
ACG “Welcome Back” Sale
Almost a year after shutting down due to the pandemic and having a baby, local clothing maker and artist Anna Chambers-Goldberg of ACG is back. She’s kicking things off with a big sale at its online shop, and she’s also opening up private, masked studio visits and video appointments. Look for some events to take place at her studio at Northrup King Building and at Gallery 360 coming soon. Shop now or make an appointment @ www.acgmpls.com
Faribault Woolen Mill Upcycled Collection Launches
MInnesota heritage brand, Faribault Woolen Mill, has just launched three new collections of goods made in collaboration with three local makers. A collection of upcycled throws (created by Al’s Tailoring and Dinosaur Hampton) and rugs (by Makwa Studio) are produced using remnants of throws and blankets from past and current collections. Not only is each piece sustainably made, they’re all one of a kind. Shop now @ www.faribaultmill.com/pages/upcycle
Ashley Mary Art Studio Sale
Local painter and muralist Ashley Mary is downsizing and moving out of her Northrup King Building studio. In the process, she’s clearing out some past work at a discount, including paintings and limited-edition prints. Save 20% on more than half her online shop. Shop now at ashleymary.com and www.etsy.com/shop/AshleyMaryArt
Ediflorial Spring Florals Preorder
Get your front entry a spring refresh with a custom spring floral arrangement from local florist, Ediflorial, which specializes in sustainable, locally grown florals. Outdoor containers and window boxes are now available for preorder for spring and summer. Email for a quote and learn more at www.ediflorial.com
Papier at American Swedish Institute
A juncture between art and fashion, Papier is an international touring exhibition showcasing artist-designer Bea Szenfeld’s striking paper couture—dresses and other sculptural fashion items made entirely from paper and worn by such pop icons as Lady Gaga and Björk—united with artist-author Stina Wirsén’s evocative and colorful illustrations. Papier has made its Midwest debut at the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis (in one of only two U.S. stagings). Get a first look and read more about my visit to the exhibit on my blog HERE! On view through July 11. Hours are Thursday–Sunday, 10am–4pm; advance, timed reservations are required to visit the museum and can be made at www.ASImn.org or by calling 612-871-4907 during museum hours.
Now open: LEGACY
After designer resale shop June announced its move to 50th & France, we wondered what was coming to its former storefront near Lyndale & Lake in Uptown. The secret’s now out: The storefront is now home to LEGACY, a vintage clothing and home shop run by June owner Daune Stinson’s daughter, Ruby, who recently moved back home from NYC after over a decade working in the fashion and retail industry. June’s little sister store features a fresh, more casual mix of brands, more vintage goods, and a lower price-point than June, similar to that of most vintage stores. Now open. Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 11am–5pm @ 3406 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, 612-545-7470, instagram.com/shoplegacystore
Now open: Dugo pop-up at Nolan Mains
As the saying goes, when one door closes, another opens. At least that’s the case with Dugo, the locally owned, special-occasion retailer that had announced it would permanently close its longtime Galleria storefront. It will be setting up shop at the new Nolan Mains development at 50th & France. They’re now open within a 825-square-foot, temporary pop-up space there while their new permanent storefront is built out. According to MSP Mag, “expect a tighter, more focused selection of what Nancy knows best: dresses and evening separates and the accessories that accompany—like handbags and jewelry—plus, a special, rotating schedule of pop-ups of more casual wear and contemporary brands.” Hours: Monday–Saturday from 11am–5pm @ 3919 Market St, Edina, dressupgoout.com
First Thursday & Open Saturdays at Northrup King Building
Northeast's largest artist and maker studio building has open studios every Saturday and the first Thursday of the month. Fashion highlights includes Strey Collective, a co-op shop featuring apparel, leather goods and accessories by several local designers (#179) and local jewelry favorite, Larissa Loden (#265). Thursday from 5–9pm & Saturday from 10am–5pm @ 1500 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, www.northrupkingbuilding.com
Fair Anita Showroom: Thursday & Saturday Open Hours
Minneapolis-based fair-trade brand Fair Anita recently opened a showroom in Northeast Minneapolis, where you can shop and view their fair-trade collections in person. Fair Anita collaborates with over 8,000 artisan partners across four continents and 9 countries for its jewelry, scarves, face masks and handbags, and each artisan cooperative specializes in different techniques and materials. Visiting in person also gives you the chance to shop new pieces before they arrive on the brand’s website. @ 1620 Central Ave NE #156, Minneapolis, fairanita.com. The showroom will be open Thursday afternoons from 12–5pm and the second Saturday of the month from 10am–4pm from March–May.
Now open: June at 50th & France: A new year can often signal a time of renewal. For local designer resale store, June, that means shuttering its original Lyndale Avenue location for a new storefront at 50th and France. The upscale retail and dining destination is a fitting move for the retailer, which sells a beautifully curated mix of designer pieces, including some vintage gems. Look for an opening announcement with more details this week @juneresale on Instagram. As for their former storefront, owner Daune Stinson plans to be “continuing our commitment to resale, sustainability and our neighborhood,” adding to “watch for a new women’s resale clothing store” coming soon to their former Lyndale site. Now open @ 5027 France Ave, Minneapolis, juneresale.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. Shop now @ 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
Check out my new Minnesota Vintage Directory, a curated listing of vintage stores and online sellers across the state for both clothing and home.