Ring in the New Year with the Minneapolis Vintage Market’s first market of 2022, plus makers markets, hands-on classes and spotlights of the best new shop openings in the Twin Cities.
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Minneapolis Vintage Market hosts its first market of 2022 this Sunday. (Photo: Darin Kamnetz)
NEW THIS WEEK
Union Market Mankato closes, shifts to online-only
After first opening near the beginning of the pandemic in 2020, Mankato’s Union Market has closed its doors. The maker-oriented marketplace that was one part general store, one part art museum gift shop carried more than 70 makers from Mankato, the Twin Cities. greater Minnesota and beyond. Under the leadership of local fashion designer Gina Moorhead of House of GinaMarie, the retail concept has now shifted to an online-only format, with occasional pop-ups planned for the Twin Cities area. Shop now @ unionmarketmankato.com
Hackwith Design House launches 2022 Swim Collection
After many rounds of revisions, sizing, and fabric options, local apparel brand Hackwith Design House has debuted a new collection of brand-new, thoughtfully-crafted swim designs. For the first time, all HDH Swim pieces are available in plus sizing, and many styles are available in half-sizes to help you find the most comfortable and flattering fit for your body. Shop now @ hackwithdesignhouse.com
Sale on Sale at Les Sól
Linden Hills sustainable fashion shop, Les Sól, has just marked down their clearance items an extra 30% for total savings of up to 70% off. They’re marking down new items every day, so keeping checking back. Discount automatically applied at checkout. Available in store and online. Shop now @ Les Sól, 4353 Upton Ave S Unit 104 (entrance on 44th and Upton), Minneapolis & @ shoplessol.com
Parc Winter Markdown Sale
Find new markdowns of up to 75% off your favorite labels from the North Loop clothing boutique. No code needed. Sale items are final sale. Shop in store & online @ Parc, 212 N 2nd St #102, Minneapolis & parcboutique.com
Al’s Tailoring 22% Off Sale
Now through the end of February, save 22% off everything from the web store of local maker Al's Tailoring. That includes her zip packs, tote bags, wallets, quilted tees, and luxe wool and denim blankets, all made with upcycled or found materials. Shop now @ alstailoring.com
FRIDAY, 1/14:
Strey Designs Wallet Making Workshop
After 11 years of leather crafting, local maker Strey Designs is combining their love for leather with a hands-on workshop geared toward both casual crafters and serious makers. Get an in-depth, hands-on experience of working with leather from Strey Designs’ Sarah Butala while getting to take home your own special wallet you’ve made yourself. Masks are required, or optional with proof of vaccination. This weekend’s workshop is Wallet Making Workshop. Friday, noon–4pm (3 time slot options). To sign up or for more upcoming workshops, visit streydesigns.com/workshop
STARTING FRIDAY, 1/14:
Grethen House 60% Off Sale
The women's fashion boutique has just taken new 60% off markdowns on select items from its fall and winter collections. Starts in store on Friday, online on Saturday. @ 4930 France Ave S, Edina & @ grethenhouse.com
FRIDAY, 1/14–SUNDAY, 1/16:
Daily Dose Retro Grand Opening Weekend
Local vintage seller Daily Dose Retro has set up shop in the former Bearded Mermaid storefront, debuting to the public this weekend with a grand opening event. Daily Dose sells vintage and reworked vintage masc clothing, and has a mission to spread awareness around consuming less fast fashion. This weekend, get first dibs on their latest selection, including vintage college sweatshirts, flannel shirts, wool cardigans, "foogi" (faux Coogi) patterned sweaters, Carthartt jackets and screen printed tees from the '80s and '90s. Friday & Saturday noon–7pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ 953 7th St W, St Paul, @dailydoseretro
SATURDAY, 1/15:
Neighborhood Roots Outdoor Winter Market
The Neighborhood Roots Winter Market season kicks off this weekend in the Fulton Farmers Market site. The outdoor market features vendors from Kingfield, Fulton and Nokomis Farmers Markets. Visit the website for this week’s vendors. Saturday 11am–1pm @ Fulton Farmers Market, 4901 Chowen Ave S, Minneapolis, neighborhoodrootsmn.org
Market Collective MN: Local Makers Market
Led by local maker Chingona Goods, Market Collective MN is a new market collective that prioritizes BIPOC and queer vendors and allies. Hosted by Latinx-owned Northside brewery, La Doña Cerveceria, the collective’s first market of 2022 features Niara's Handcrafts embroidered hats and hoodies, jewelry by Mercadito Buenas Vibras and Manthra Studio, jewelry and paintings by G Child Creations, Alexandra’s Sweet Delicacies’ South American desserts, Taha Made Macrame, Afghan cream rolls by Tabasums Cream Rolls, and Chingona Goods vintage clothing and resin art. Saturday 12:30–4:30pm @ La Doña Cerveceria, 241 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, @marketcollectivemn
Homecoming Queen: Guided Curator's Tour
Curator Brian Dukerschein in the gallery for an intimate tour of Homecoming Queen: The Wonderful World of Utica Queen, a 4,000-square-foot exhibition showcasing the artistry of Minnesota native and drag performer Ethan Mundt, star of Season 13 of RuPaul’s Drag Race. The exhibition features 20 of Mundt’s self-made garments and accessories, plus original design sketches, editorial photographs and a short documentary highlighting Mundt’s background and creative process. Tour Saturday at 1pm, plus 2/19 & 3/19. On view through 4/4 @ Rochester Art Center, 30 Civic Center Dr, Rochester. Museum admission Free–$5 @ rochesterartcenter.org
SATURDAY, 1/15 & SUNDAY, 1/16:
Antique Spectacular Winter Antique Show
One of the largest antique shows in the Twin Cities, this show includes antique furniture, collectibles, pottery, rugs, glassware, toys, advertising, jewelry and more from more than 100 vendors. Saturday 10am–5pm & Sunday 10am–3pm @ Minnesota State Fair Coliseum, 1265 Snelling Ave N, St Paul. Tickets $8 or $7 with online coupon @ facebook.com/MNAntiqueSpectacular
SUNDAY, 1/16:
Minneapolis Vintage Market
Head to Machine Shop for the January edition of the Minneapolis Vintage Market. Find two floors of Minnesota's best vintage clothing, accessories and home goods vendors all in one spot (including my own Rosella Vintage), plus coffee, beer, wine, food and a live DJ. Note, proof of vaccination or a negative test result is required from all attendees for entry, plus face masks and ticketed shopping reservations to control capacity. Sunday 11am–4pm ($10 from 11am–noon, free after noon) @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, mplsvintagemarket.com
CONTINUING
FORAGE Year-End Clearance Sale
The beloved East Lake Street home and gift shop recently shuttered its brick-and-mortar after a decade in business, pivoting to an online-only model. The shop has some remaining inventory left after its closing sale with unbelievable deals on everything currently in stock while supplies last. Plus: Free shipping! Shop now @ foragemodernworkshop.com
Hovden Wear Winter Sale
Nothing beats wool in the winter. For a limited time, local brand Hovden Wear, which creates apparel inspired by traditional Scandinavian work clothes, is offering 20% off all wool items with code WOOLFORWARMTH @ hovdenwear.com
Atelier957 Winter Sale
Shop new markdowns of 30% off, 50% off and 70% off on select fall and winter styles during the St. Paul fashion boutique's winter sale. New items are added frequently, and inventory is limited. Shop now in store @ 957 Grand Ave, St Paul, and online @ atelier957.com
The Departments at Dayton's
The long-in-the-works Dayton's Project in downtown Minneapolis is now open with a seasonal makers market—just in time for holiday nostalgia for Dayton’s to kick in. The Departments at Dayton's features more than 30 local vendors on the first floor of the Dayton’s building. Vendors include Larissa Loden jewelry and Karen Morris Millinery, plus several Native American- and Indigenous-owned makers and artists. The market will also sell apparel and accessories featuring the iconic Dayton’s logo. In a nod to Dayton’s iconic holiday displays, the building will also unveil some new holiday window displays designed by Kent Hensley, a former creative director for Marshall Field's, including a tribute to Santa Bears. Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 10am–6pm @ The Dayton’s Project, 700 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, thedepartmentsatdaytons.com
UPCOMING
Plan ahead, mark your calendars and get your tickets early for these top event picks.
THURSDAY, 1/27:
Year of the Tiger: A Dinner presented by The Bureau
Angel Sanders (Angelea’s Soul Food Kitchen), Louis Tufte (Glass House), and Mecca Bos (chef and culinary storyteller) celebrates design collective The Bureau’s “Year of the Tiger” capsule collection release. Part of The Great Northern Festival. 6:30pm @ GlassHouse, 145 Holden St N, Minneapolis. Tickets $50 @ thegreatnorthernfestival.com
SATURDAY, 1/29:
Twin Cities Vintage Fest
Over 100 vendors selling vintage ‘80s and ‘90s clothing, memorabilia and more. 9am–5pm @ Minneapolis Convention Center, Hall D, 1302 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $5 to $20 @ tcvintagefest.com
FRIDAY, 2/4:
Maxine Bédat: The Life and Death of a Garment
Learn about the environmental impacts as clothing goes from fiber to retail and ultimately disposal from Maxine Bédat Maxine Bédat, the founder and director of New Standard Institute and co-founder of Zady. Part of The Great Northern Festival. 5:30pm (5pm doors) @ Minneapolis Club, 729 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis. Free. Registration required @ thegreatnorthernfestival.com
SATURDAY, 2/5:
I ❤️ Indie Markets presents NE Neighborhood Makers Market & Bar Hop
Dozens of handmade, Fair Trade and vintage vendors. 2/5 from noon–5pm @ 612 Brew, Indeed Brewing Co, Tattersall Distillery and Able Seedhouse & Brewery, NE Minneapolis. Free. @ihimpopups
Sundry. Multidimensional Design: University of Minnesota Apparel Design Senior Fashion Exhibition: Opening Reception
Senior designers from the university’s apparel design program will have their work displayed within the Rapson Courtyard during this reception before the work goes on display at the Minneapolis Central Library. Opening reception 6–9pm @ Rapson Hall, 89 Church St SE, Minneapolis. On view 2/7–3/25 @ Hennepin County Central Library—Cargill Gallery, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, events.tc.umn.edu
The Fitting Room's Resort Fashion Show & Pop-up
View resort collections by local clothing and accessories designers from The Fitting Room boutique. 2/5 from 6:30–10pm @ Center for Performing Arts, 3754 Pleasant Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $25 @ eventbrite.com
Mending Classes from An Upcycled Closet
Taking place at Curiosity Studio's new location, the classes will teach you basic stitching, patching and darning methods to repair your garments. 2/5 & 2/9 @ Curiosity Studio, 3605 E Lake St, Minneapolis, $65 per class @ curiositystudioclass.com
SUNDAY, 2/6:
Minneapolis Vintage Market
Two floors featuring over 40 vintage clothing and home vendors. Vaxx proof, masks & ticketed reservations required. 11am–4pm plus 3/20 & 4/10 @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis. Tickets Free–$10 @ mplsvintagemarket.com
SATURDAY, 2/12:
Terrarium Art Fest presents The Lovers’ Art Market
Local vendors, artisan goods, live music. 1–7pm @ TBA. Free. @terrarium.artfest
APRIL 2020:
Fashion Week MN”s spring season, SHINE: Spring 2021, will take place 4/24–4/30. The lineup to be announced in mid-February. Follow @fashionweekmn.com & fashionweekmn.com for updates
MAY 2020:
Black Fashion Week MN’s Spring Season will take place 5/11–5/20. Follow @blackfashionweekmn for updates.
NEW RETAIL OPENINGS
Arlo
First launching as an online shop in early 2020, Arlo recently. opened its first brick-and-mortar store. The store offers a mix of vintage and new femme clothing and accessories, curated into capsule wardrobe collections for easy outfits. Plus, every other Wednesday, tune in on their Instagram @shoparlo_ for their latest drop, a mix of vintage finds and new pieces in limited sizing and quantities. Now open @ 21 SE 4th St, Minneapolis, shoparlo.com. Hours: Tuesday–Friday 11am–5pm, Saturday 10am–5pm, Sunday noon–5pm
Bench Pressed
Longtime local mom-and-pop design studio is opening its first storefront. The shop will feature their own stationery and greeting cards, letterpress-printed by hand with antique equipment, plus apothecary items for body and bath from other small indie brands, home decor and kitchenware, and creative gifts for kids. Now open @ 2010 26th Ave S #2, Minneapolis, benchpressed.net
Blank Inside
The sister store of Jen Nylin's boho-chic Jenny in the City clothing boutique in South Minneapolis, Blank Inside in the Whittier neighborhood features giftable goods, home décor, her own Midwest-themed apparel lines, and greeting cards (all blank inside for optimal personalization). Now open @ 23 E 26th St., Minneapolis, @shopblankinside
Greenhouse Salon & Shop
Last week, the Bryn Mawr neighborhood welcomed a new storefront: Greenhouse, a salon and shop. Greenhouse specializes in organic hair care and also sells house plants, plant care, vintage home decor and accessories, and handmade goods by local makers. Hours: Tuesday–Friday 10am–7pm & Saturday 11am–5pm @ 408 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis, greenhousebrynmawr.com
Haus Theory
The longtime online vintage seller’s new storefront features hand-picked and restored vintage furniture and home decor alongside well-designed modern pieces, with an emphasis on a less-is-more, intentional shopping experience. You can still shop select pieces on their e-shop, too. Now open Saturdays & Sundays 11am–6pm @ 2182 3rd St, White Bear Lake, haustheory.com
Petite Shops
Petite Shops is the brainchild of Haley Fruen and Brandy Mackson, co-owners of Petite Salons in Minneapolis and St. Paul, a retail spinoff of the salon created to support other small businesses and showcase local and regional vendors and makers. The St. Paul shop features the full product run, while the Minneapolis salon hosts a smaller, curated pop-up of goods. Now open @ 244 S. Albert St., St. Paul & 4805 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis, petiteshops.com
Roseline’s Place
Northeast Minneapolis’ Central Avenue is now home to Roseline’s Place, owned by Roseline Friedrich of local soy + vegan candle maker Roseline’s Candles, an Immigrant- and Black-Woman-owned local business that sells its candles in recycled jars. Roseline’s Place offers their own goods along with a mix of items from other makers, including body butters from Dipp’d in Hunnie, as well as candle-making classes. Now open @ 2430 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, @roselinesplace
Strey Secondhand
Five resale brands recently set up shop in the Strey Collective co-op studio at the Northrup King artist building, selling a mix of vintage and secondhand clothing, accessories and home goods. They include Harlow James, Lighthorse Studios, Thread Finds Mpls, Eco Resale and Joeleen Torvick’s Preloved X JT. Now open with limited hours @ Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St NE #179, Minneapolis, @streycollective
Vuefinder Optical
The new Uptown Minneapolis optical shop is going to become your new go-to for unique, cool frames. Owned and operated by Nadine Gross, an ABO-certified optician with more than 20 years of experience, the store carries new and gently worn designer frames, plus vintage options. Appointments are encouraged but walk-ins welcome. Now open @ Vuefinder Optical, 2909 Bryant Ave S #205, Minneapolis, vuefinderoptical.com
SHOP-LOCAL DIRECTORIES:
Springboard for the Arts launches Ready Made
Minnesota is getting a new way to shop and support local artists and makers across the state year-round with Springboard for the Arts’ launch of Ready Made. Ready Made is a new extension of Springboard’s website, which allows people to easily discover handcrafted, one-of-a-kind pieces by local artists and makers across Minnesota who have worked with the St. Paul–based not-for-profit arts service organization in some capacity. They’ll be adding new makers regularly to create a year-round platform for artists. Shop now @ springboardforthearts.org/ready-made
Urban Rooster Shop
Find handcrafted gifts from a dozen Minnesota brands on one website all season long with Urban Rooster, an online shop founded last year by two former Target execs who want to help small local retailers market their goods. The new holiday assortment includes jewelry, leather handbags, kids’ toys, home goods, specialty food gifts and more from brands and retailers such as MEND Jewelry, Legacy Toys, Strange & Co, Maddy & Maize, Kisa Boutique and Arway Bags. Shop now @ urbanroostershop.com
The List Virtual Makers’ Marketplace
The List is a Minnesota-based online maker hub. 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
Minneapolis Craft Market Online Marketplace
You can now shop Minneapolis Craft Market’s roster of local makers online, 24/7, with their online marketplace. Shop now @ mplscraftmarket.com
Threaded
Threaded is a community dedicated to retail businesses leading a more sustainable future for fashion, with a directory spotlighting sustainable businesses in Minnesota. Explore now at www.wearethreaded.co
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