See what’s happening in the Twin Cities this weekend, including a ton of Valentine’s shopping events at local shops and makers markets.
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Minneapolis Craft Market returns to Machine Shop for its first market of the year. (Image courtesy Minneapolis Craft Market)
NEW THIS WEEK
Hackwith Design House drops new releases
St. Paul–based apparel brand, Hackwith Design House, has released its first new designs of 2022. This round of releases reflects their shoppers’ preferences, via Instagram Story polls, product reviews and personal emails, and includes the best-loved styles and fabrics of 2021 (like Avocado Linen and the Oversized Dress), plus modified favorites for the season (like the Short Oversized Dress). Also look for brand-new designs for both lounging and going out, in fabrics that are easy to wash and soft to the skin. Shop now @ hackwithdesignhouse.com
WEDNESDAY, 2/9:
Darning 101
Lauren Callis of An Upcycled Closet and Curiosity Studio is hosting her first mending classes of the year at Curiosity Studio’s new location. This class teaches you about the craft of darning, a mending method for knit garments such as socks, sweaters or blankets. Previous sewing skills not required. Classes are small so sign up quick; all necessary materials are provided. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative lab test within 48 hours of class required; KN95 masks will be provided. Wednesday from 6–8pm @ Curiosity Studio, 3605 E Lake St, Minneapolis, $65 per class @ curiositystudioclass.com
THURSDAY, 2/10 & SATURDAY, 2/13:
Serge + Jane’s Valentine's Weekend
Get some last-minute Valentine's Day shopping done this weekend at clothing and gift shop, Serge & Jane. On Thursday, they're hosting a jewelry popup with local designer Melissa C Mark, cupcakes from Morningside Cakes and rosé bubbles. (Noon–4pm) Then on Saturday, they're hosting a Bloody Mary bar with LoveJoy's Bloody Mary Mix and pickled fruits and veggies from Fermentation Station. Thursday noon–4pm & Saturday 11am–2pm @ Serge + Jane, 4532 France Ave S, Edina, sergeandjane.com
FRIDAY, 2/11:
Old St. Anthony Night Market
Minneapolis Craft Market is heading back to the historic Machine Shop in the heart of the St. Anthony neighborhood of Minneapolis for its first market of the year—just in time for Valentine’s Day. Shop two full floors of handmade goods from nearly 50 local makers, including personal faves, Perennial (colorful yarn earrings) and New Street Co (sleek resin goods). Note: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative lab test result, masks and ticketed shopping reservations are required to control capacity. Friday from 6–10pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis. Reserve your free shopping pass @ mplscraftmarket.com
FRIDAY, 2/11–SUNDAY, 2/13:
Minnesota Strong Grand Reopening
Minnesota Strong is a gift shop featuring a collection of local brands and makers in one spot: Hagen & Oats, Essence One, Sanborn Canoe Co, Ironwood Hockey, Northern Glasses, Baubles & Bobbies and Emiliani Coffee. After first. popping up at Ridgedale Center over the holidays in 2020, the store has become a permanent fixture at the mall. Celebrate its new location within the shopping center with deals, coffee samplings and appearances from the store’s small business owners. Now open. Celebration Friday–Sunday during mall hours @ Ridgedale Center, 12401 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, facebook.com
SATURDAY, 2/12:
Artist & Maker Pop-ups at Selby & Snelling
A group of shops at Selby and Snelling in St. Paul is coming together for an afternoon of local artist and maker popups. Leo Footwear will feature pet portrait artist Kira Fennell; bring in your pet (or a photo) for Fennell to sketch on the spot. Teeny Bee Boutique will host Baby Bonito, a line of versatile, multi-use baby products handmade in St. Paul. Grand Micro Gallery will host local enamel jewelry artist Ann G. Aas with her colorful, textured, one-of-a-kind pieces. Finally, sustainable fashion shop Spoils of Wear will host St. Paul fiber artist You’re the Party. Saturday 10am–5pm @ 1554 Selby Ave, 1560 Selby Ave & 1566 Selby Ave, St Paul, @spoilsofwear
Mill City Farmers Winter Market
A mainstay since 2006, the Mill City Farmers Market has moved indoors to the Mill City Museum lobby for the season on select Saturdays through April. Each event features 30–40 local farmers, food makers and artisans with a goal of building a local, sustainable and organic food economy. This weekend’s artisan highlights include Apriierre jewelry, Maat Mons bags and soft goods, Olsen Naturals body and skin care, Radiate Activewear, and The Abbey Alpacas’s alpaca blankets, knit accessories and yarn. Masks required. Saturday from 10am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Statement Boutique Galentine's Day
Grab your gals for a Galentine's Day party hosted by North Loop's Statement Boutique. It will feature a popup from local maker, Pompa Goods, who will be selling her giftable handmade jewelry and home goods creations, plus sweet treats and refreshments. Saturday 10am–2pm @ Statement Boutique, 212 N 3rd Ave #105, Minneapolis, @statementboutique
Valentine’s Market Collective
Led by local maker Chingona Goods, Market Collective MN is a new market collective that prioritizes BIPOC and queer vendors and allies. This weekend’s market features primarily BIPOC vendors, including Manthra Studio, Niara’s Handcrafts, Sarah M Sosa, The Soful Traveler, Spaced Out Lulu Art, Denim Revival Co, Alexandra’s Sweet Delicacies, Sudsy Soap Works, Nashipai, Designs by Jaspirations, Headass Co, Casa de Juana Candles and Chingona Goods. Plus: craft beer, food and music. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative lab test and masks are required. Saturday from noon–5pm @ Modist Brewing Co, 505 N 3rd St, Minneapolis, @marketcollectivemn
Terrarium Art Fest presents The Lovers’ Art Market
Find locally made artisan goods and vintage finds from a group of 20 local makers and brands just in time for Valentine’s Day at this annual market. Highlights include New Street Co's unique resin goods, artwork and products by Lucia Makes Art, and vintage clothing from Glam Diggers Vintage, Dolly’s Thrift Garden and my own Rosella Vintage. Festivities also include a live musical performance from Pearl Parkway. Saturday from 1–7pm @ 755 Prior Ave N, St Paul, @terrarium.artfest
Valentine's Day Makers Popup at B. Resale
Eat Street thrift shop b. Resale is hosting an afternoon of Valentine’s Day gift shopping featuring handmade goods by a group of BIPOC and queer local makers and artists, including massage oils, body butters, tinctures, and more. Saturday @ b. Resale, 2613 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, @bresalempls
The Black Market: Black History Celebration
This local market highlights goods from BIPOC-owned businesses from across the Twin Cities including clothing, gifts, beauty products, personal chef services, nail care, men's accessories, food products, jewelry and more. This month’s market doubles as a Black History Month celebration. Visit the website for a full list of vendors and reserve a free ticket to ensure social distancing measures are met. Masks are encouraged. Saturday 2–7pm @ The Case Building, 767 N Eustis St, Minneapolis, theblackmarketmpls.com
Northrup King Nights: Valentine's Edition
The largest building of artist studios in the state of Minnesota, the Northrup King Building opens for the public all day and night this weekend, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Snuggle up and stroll arm in arm through the historic building to experience gallery openings, fun Valentine-themed studios, and the new SweetArt Salon exhibition in the 3rd Floor Gallery. Style highlights include Strey Collective, a cooperative boutique featuring goods from a collective of local fashion makers (#179), milliner Celina Kane with her latest headwear for the holidays (#225) and Larissa Loden jewelry (#265). Masks are required. Saturday 6–10pm @ 1500 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, northrupkingbuilding.com
The Bureau presents “Year of the Tiger” Capsule Launch Party
Minneapolis-based creative studio and apparel line, The Bureau, drop its next capsule collection live this Saturday with an in-person event at Glass House. Inspired by the strength of the woman who raised him (The Bureau creative director Bobby Rogers) and the spiritual and emotional embodiment of the tiger across cultures, “Year of the Tiger.” Expect immersive visuals, sounds and atmosphere. Guests must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or present a negative lab test taken within 72 hours. Saturday from 8pm–late @ Glass House, 145 Holden St N, Minneapolis, @thebureau.co
SATURDAY, 2/12–MONDAY, 2/14:
Parc’s V-day Pop Up with Louna Studios
North Loop women’s boutique Parc is collaborating with local floral shop, Louna Studios, with a pop-up just in time for Valentine’s Day. Each fresh wrapped floral bouquet is $35. Pick up your preorders or walk into Parc this weekend, while supplies last. Saturday–Monday from noon–4pm daily @ Parc, 212 N 2nd St Suite 102, Minneapolis, parcboutique.com
SUNDAY, 2/13:
Fair Anita Galentine's Day Brunch
Join Fair Anita and For Goodness Bakes for a Galentine's Day brunch. Stop by Fair Anita’s showroom in NE Minneapolis with your best gals, enjoy delicious baked goods from For Goodness Bakes, complimentary mimosas (with proof of COVID vaccine or a negative test) and pick up ethically-made Galentine's day gifts for your besties (or yourself). This is the first chance to shop the new Spring 2022 accessories from Fair Anita, a Minnesota-based Fair Trade brand that creates ethical, affordable accessories in partnership with 8,000 artisans around the world. Ten percent of pop-up profits will go to “local organizations working to make Minnesota a better and more equitable place.” Sunday 10am–1pm @ Fair Anita Showroom, 1620 Central Ave NE #156, Minneapolis, facebook.com
CONTINUING
Now available: Secret Admirer Bundles
A group of local makers and artists are coming together for a special Valentine’s Day gift collab. Brought to you by milliner Celina Kane, AudreyRose Vintage, Perennial earrings, Iron Maid Art and illustrator Leeya Rose Jackson, each bundle will be a surprise of a hair accessory, heart sunglasses or tassel earrings, coloring page or bottle opener, a Valentine's card, candy and stickers. Guaranteed shipping by Valentine’s Day no longer available schedule a curbside pickup. Available now @ celinakane.com
The Fitting Room's Resort Collections - Now Available
View, touch, try on and purchase the new resort collections by The Fitting Room’s roster of local clothing and accessories designers just in time for that upcoming vacation (or hang onto for the warmer spring and summer months). Designers include The Fitting Room’s own Alma Mia, Scott J Lehmann, Joeleen Torvick, Tessa Louise, 1004 Designs, Foat Design and more. Now available @ The Fitting Room, 318 W 38th St, Minneapolis, thefittingroommpls.com
ACG MPLS Clearance Sale - Extended
Local apparel line ACG has just marked down a slew of pieces from her past collections, some of which have never seen the light of the internet before. Best of all, everything is under $80. Don’t wait to check it out—all of these items are one-of-a-kind and will go fast. Now through 2/13 @ acgmpls.com
Covet Consign Rug & Pillow Sale
Save 20% on all rugs and pillows from the modern home consignment shop, in store and online. Open every Saturday 11am–4pm and by appointment. Ends 2/28 @ 1101 NE Stinson Blvd, Minneapolis (enter at Broadway St, front door on the left), covetconsignanddesign.com
gh2 40% Off Sale
The Northeast designer resale boutique is having its first sale of the season with an additional 40% off their selection of consignment and past-season goods from Grethen House—which are already 70% to 90% off retail prices. Shop now @ gh2, 318 E. Hennepin Ave., Mpls. 612-378-0509, shopgh2.com
Stacey Johnson Jewelry Final Few Sale
Find great deals on retiring styles from the local jewelry maker before they're gone for good. Pieces include paperclip-inspired earrings and necklaces, leather wrap bracelets, tanzanite earrings and more. Shop now @ staceyjohnsonjewels.com
Hackwith Design House Sale
The local women’s clothing brand has started its spring cleaning sale earlier than usual this year to make way for new arrivals. Save 30% to 60% on fall 2021 items as well as many past-season items, and retired styles, colors and prints. Shop now @ hackwithdesignhouse.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
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. Shop now @ 4930 France Ave S, Edina & @ grethenhouse.com
Sundry. Multidimensional Design
In lieu of an in-person fashion show, senior designers from the university’s apparel design program are instead showcasing their fashion collections exhibition-style. The projects explore sundry topics such as gender fluidity, circular design, adaptability and technical construction while seeking the possibilities of fashion within a rapidly evolving industry. On view through 3/25 @ Hennepin County Central Library—Cargill Gallery, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, events.tc.umn.edu
STRIKKEKOS: The Cozy Norwegian Mitten Knitting Showcase
This winter, Norway House is celebrating the art of hand-knit mittens with an exhibition. It features around 30 different Norwegian and Nordic mitten styles made by volunteer knitters from across the Midwest, based on mitten designs from Nina Granlund Sæther’s book, Mittens From Around Norway. Plus, take part in an interactive textile wall and bring your own projects along to be featured in an online blog. You can also bring handmade or purchased hats and mittens donations for Twin Cities nonprofit Hats & Mittens to get them to families and children in need. On view through 2/20 @ Norway House, 913 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, norwayhouse.org
Homecoming Queen: The Wonderful World of Utica Queen
Homecoming Queen invites visitors to explore the wonderful world of Utica Queen, star of Season 13 of RuPaul’s Drag Race and a fixture of the local drag scene. The exhibition features garments, accessories and original design sketches by Ethan Mundt (Utica Queen), editorial photographs of the Drag Race alum by photographers Ben Seagren, Dan Little, Eric Magnussen, Liam James and Trevor Beaty, and a short documentary highlighting Mundt’s background and creative process by Tatyana Kurepina. This first-of-its-kind 4,000-square-foot drag fashion and photography exhibition will include immersive virtual gallery accessible to visitors worldwide. On view through 4/4/22 ($5 museum admission) @ Rochester Art Center, 30 Civic Center Dr, Rochester, rochesterartcenter.org
PLAN AHEAD
Mark your calendars and get your tickets now for these upcoming event picks.
FEBRUARY:
Curly Girl Boutique Galentine's Event
Grab your girlfriends and join Curly Girl Boutique for a Galentine's Party with Studio Emme and Mixly Cocktail Co. Learn how to make the perfect petite arrangement of romantic blooms with a petite floral workshop from Studio Emme, sip some cocktails curtesy of Mixly Cocktail Co, and mingle and shop the entire Curly Girl store. A ticket includes all materials for your take-home floral arrangement, refreshments and a swag bag. Wednesday, 2/16, from 6:30–8:30pm @ Curly Girl Boutique, 2705 E 38th St, Minneapolis. Tickets $75 @ eventbrite.com
MARCH:
Mending 101
Find the meditative power of hand sewing, learn history of the craft and lessen your consumption by repairing your own clothes. 3/1 from 6–8pm, $65 @ curiositystudioclass.com
Minneapolis Vintage Market
Two floors featuring over 40 vintage clothing and home vendors. Vaxx proof, masks & ticketed reservations required. Sunday, 3/20 from 11am–4pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis. Tickets Free–$10 @ mplsvintagemarket.com
APRIL:
Minneapolis Vintage Market
Two floors featuring over 40 vintage clothing and home vendors. Vaxx proof, masks & ticketed reservations required. Sunday, 4/10 from 11am–4pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis. Tickets Free–$10 @ mplsvintagemarket.com
NUBI Ultimate Runway Fashion Show
Tickets have just been announced for NUBI Ultimate Runway, an annual fashion show featuring the designs of local label Nubi Collections by BothDol, founded by Ethiopian-turned-Minnesota designer EliNyamal Both. Produced by Richard Moody, this year's runway theme is the historical fashion of the Nubian/Kush Empire, and proceeds benefit Kenyan refugee camp, Kakuma Camp. Thursday, 4/21 from 6:30–10:30pm @ FIVE Event Center, 2917 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $35–$50 @ eventbrite.com
Living Colour Spring Fashion Show
This fashion show features spring collections from a trio of local, Black-owned fashion brands: Everyday Ejiji (vintage clothing and accessories), Black Nvni (vintage and designer clothing and accessories) and Projekt Von Anna (handmade jewelry). Saturday, 4/23 @ Minneapolis Cider Co, 701 SE 9th St, Minneapolis. Tickets $66–$555 @ eventbrite.com
Fashion Week MN: SHINE: Spring 2022
Fashion Week MN”s spring season, SHINE: Spring 2022, will take place 4/24–4/30. The lineup to be announced in mid-February. Follow @fashionweekmn.com & fashionweekmn.com for updates
MAY:
Black Fashion Week MN: Spring 2022
Black Fashion Week MN’s spring season will take place 5/11–5/20. It kicks off with a “Design of the Times” fashion show at Paisley Park on 5/11. Get tickets at bfwmn.com and follow @blackfashionweekmn for updates.
NEW RETAIL OPENINGS
Bearded Mermaid
After nearly a decade at its storefront on St. Paul’s West 7th Street, the Bearded Mermaid has moved its digs about 40 miles south to Northfield. The vintage shop became known for its unique twist on vintage—one part antique roadshow, one part treasure hunt, one part art gallery. The new store will stock a lot of favorites, like vintage wool sweaters, winter coats and sweatshirts. Weekly hours: Friday & Saturday 11am–7pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ 309 Division St, Northfield, @shopbeardedmermaid
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
Brooke and Lou
After first opening as a temporary pop-up last spring, interior design Bria Hammel’s Brooke and Lou storefront is now a permanent fixture at 50th and France. Located within the Nolan Mains complex, the store features a selection of their own home décor pieces as well as a showroom of large furniture and upholstery pieces, fabric and wallpaper samples. You can also shop the store online. Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 10am–6pm & Sunday noon–5pm. Now open @ 3921 Market St., Edina, brookeandlou.com
Daily Dose Retro
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. Hours: Friday & Saturday noon–7pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ 953 7th St W, St Paul, @dailydoseretro
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
Henri Home
Modern coastal vibes come to Wayzata with the opening of Henri Home, a new retail store from St. Paul interior design studio, Henri Interiors. The shop carries a curated assortment of artisan-made pottery, decor, furniture and more from brands around the world with a modern, earthy, organic feel, plus local artists and makers including Pinedo Studio, Carson Kowar, Ashtyn Sibinski and Pro Concrete Countertops. Now open @ 879 N Lake St, Wayzata, @myhenrihome
MidModMen+friends
After suffering a damaging fire last fall, longtime Mid Century Modern vintage home store, MidModMen+friends, finally reopens this weekend. The enhanced space will include never-before-seen inventory, including restored Mid Century Modern furniture pieces and new, MCM-inspired items made by a local furniture maker. They’ve also added more original artwork, studio pottery and lighting by local and regional artists, and vintage art glass. Friday & Saturday from 11am–5pm, Sunday from 11am–4pm. @ MidModMen+friends, 2401 University Ave W, St Paul, midmodmen.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
SHOP-LOCAL DIRECTORIES:
Springboard for the Arts: 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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