This week, local fashion kicks it into high gear as Fashion Week MN’s spring season kicks off alongside several other fashion shows. Plus, celebrate Earth Month with sustainability-focused events and more. Don’t forget to grab your tickets now—some shows are sold out, but others have plenty of tickets left. Get tickets and details at fashionweekmn.com. Find additional show ticket links below.
Three Black-owned fashion brands are showcased in this weekend’s Living Colour fashion show. (Photo: Amber Griffin. Model Briana Spraggins. Wardrobe: Everyday Ejiji. Floral: Ergo Floral. Location: Mr. Paul’s Supper Club)
NEW THIS WEEK
Wrapture Artist-Designed Wrapping Paper: Spring Collection
Local illustrator and designer Chris Larson is back with a new edition of his quarterly release of wrapping paper for his brand, Wrapture. Each edition includes eight of Larson’s original designs on double-sided newsprint sheets—100% recyclable and sourced from responsibly managed forests. Use it to wrap your gifts, or save it for your gallery wall. You can also subscribe to get each new seasonal edition of Wrapture every quarter at at 15% discount. ($12 à la carte or $10 every three months for the subscription + shipping.) Shop now @ wrapture.co
TUESDAY, 4/19:
Mending 101: Virtual
Curiosity Studio is offering a special virtual edition of their mending class so you can join safely from anywhere. Find the meditative power of hand sewing, learn history of the craft and lessen your consumption by repairing your own clothes in this class led by Lauren Callis of An Upcycled Closet. Skills learned: five basic stitching and patching methods to repair your garments. Previous sewing skills not required. Class fee includes mending kit with all supplies needed. Tuesday from 6–8pm, $70 @ curiositystudioclass.com
THURSDAY, 4/21:
NUBI Ultimate Runway Fashion Show
Local designer Nyamal BothDol is showcasing her spring collection for her label, Nubi Collections, this week in a solo runway show. A U.S. immigrant, Nyamal dreamed of becoming a fashion designer from a young age and in high school, she would rework her clothing to express herself. Her label was created to celebrate designers that blend contemporary fashions with ancient Nubian designs and Ankara patterns. 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 from 6:30–10:30pm @ FIVE Event Center, 2917 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $35–$50 @ eventbrite.com
FRIDAY, 4/22:
Earth Day Pop-up Gallery
Shop locally made jewelry by Susan Horowitz's SHExclusive, plus sculptures and fiber art from other local makers and artists at this Earth Day pop-up gallery for one day only. Friday 11am–5pm @ 2756 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis, @susan_o_horowitz
Earth Day Recycling Tour
Join local environmental group, Native Sustainability for an Earth Day afternoon. You'll tour the Eureka Recycling facility to get a glimpse into the recycling process, then head to Bauhaus Brew Labs for an optional, casual sustainability happy hour chat. There are only 10 spots available, so sign up now. Friday 2–3:30pm @ Eureka Recycling, 2828 Kennedy St NE, Minneapolis. Tickets $15 @ eventbrite.com
IIDA Northland presents Awake: Fashion + Fusion Fashion Show
Back after a COVID-induced hiatus, the annual event challenges local interior designers and architects to create looks from home interior materials in a very Project Runway–inspired twist. This year’s theme is focused on the new: a new spring season, new growth and new opportunities. Friday, doors at 7pm, show at 8:30pm @ Glass House, 145 Holden St N, Minneapolis. Tickets $25–$85 @ www.iida-northland.org
SATURDAY, 4/23:
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 said to be Minnesota's largest seasonal outdoor market. Every Saturday from 7am–1:30pm through October + holiday weekends @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, wrightcountyswappersmeet.com
Twin Cities Vintage Fest
The Twin Cities Vintage Fest is back with ‘80s and ’90s vintage from over 100 vendors selling vintage clothing plus toys, video games, home goods, memorabilia and more. The event also includes food and drink, throwback tunes from a live DJ, nostalgic photo ops, and classic arcade games. Get first dibs with an Early Bird ticket with 8:30am entry. GA admission begins at 10am. Note: This is a limited capacity event with COVID safety policies set in place by the venue; due to capacity restraints, pre-purchasing tickets is the only way to guarantee entry. Saturday 8:30am–5pm @ Minneapolis Convention Center, 1302 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $5–$25 @ tcvintagefest.com
Minneapolis Craft Market: Plant Popup & Swap
Head to Wagners Garden Center for a plant popup and plant swap presented by Minneapolis Craft Market. Get first pick from the greenhouse’s new houseplants and tropicals, plus shop all things plant-themed by local makers, from pots and plant stands to plant illustrations and prints, garden decor and more. Plus, take part in a plant cutting swap (bring a cutting, take a cutting), create a macrame cactus, participate in a plant care workshop and create a spring container. Masks are optional. Ticketed shopping pass required to control capacity. Saturday 10am–3pm @ Wagners Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis. Free registration (some workshops cost extra $$) @ mplscraftmarket.com
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 to 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 Crankosaurus Press screen-printed textile goods, Crookedwood wooden kitchen utensils and Fair Anita’s fair-trade jewelry and accessories. Face masks encouraged. Saturday 10am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Earth Day Clothing Swap
In honor of Earth Day, LiveTV Events invites you to finish your spring cleaning by bringing your old, gently used clothes to this free, local clothing swap. One of the most obvious benefits of swapping your clothes is to the environment—clothing swaps promote slow fashion vs. fast fashion and are an environmentally friendly reuse strategy that helps reduce our environmental footprint while supporting a circular economy. Sunday 11am–5pm @ Creator's Space - Flow Studio, 218 7th St E, St. Paul, eventbrite.com
Eid Fashion Show
Head to Rosedale Center for a fashion show celebrating the upcoming Eid festivities during Ramadan. Presented by Some Great People, it features looks from local Muslim designers Aert Fashion and Henna & Hijabs along with curated looks from Rosedale stores. Local fashion designer favorite, Ramadhan Designs, will also be there with a pop-up selling her latest creations. Note: Registration for the fashion show is full, but you can still view the show via standing-room only. Saturday noon–2pm @ Rosedale Center, 1595 Hwy 36, Roseville, eventbrite.com
Golden Closet Sale
Golden Magazine, a fashion publication put out by University of Minnesota students, is hosting a closet sale event. Come shop the closets of the magazine’s stylish staff as well as their exclusive collaboration with local upcycled streetwear brand, F3ck Fast Fashion. Saturday noon–4pm @ FloCo Fusion Apartments, 1000 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, @goldenmagumn
Market Collective MN Makers Market
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 returns to Bad Weather brewery with 20 makers including Chingona Goods, Manthra Studio, Wild Hen Jewelry, Casa de Juana Candles, and Say It To My Face (formerly Niara's Handcrafts). Saturday 2–6pm @ Modist Brewing, 505 N 3rd St, Minneapolis, @marketcollectivemn
Living Colour Spring Fashion Show
This fashion show features bold, colorful 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). After the show, stick around to shop the runway looks and more from all three brands. Saturday 5–9pm, 6pm show @ Minneapolis Cider Co, 701 SE 9th St, Minneapolis. Tickets $66–$77 (general admission only) @ eventbrite.com
Tenth Muse Spring Pop-up
Celebrate spring at this pop-up presented by Tenth Muse Botanical Fragrance, a local perfume maker that has curated seven perfumes that will launch during this event. Each fragrance has been paired with a corresponding art experience to celebrate the journey into spring. Additional vendors include Alison Wendy Design Jewelry, Ida Graves Distillery, Northeast Tea House, and Almarosa Floral Designs, plus tarot readings and an Incense Blending Bar. Saturday 5–9pm @ Steady Pour, 2125 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, facebook.com
BEGINNING SATURDAY, 4/23:
Bunny Days at Grethen House
The designer retailer’s annual Bunny Days event is back. How it works: Get a scratch-off card at either location and bring your items up to the register. Then scratch off your card to find out whether your discount is 20%, 30%, 40% or 50% off. Online, you can take 20% off any purchase beginning Saturday in store or Sunday online. Bonus: You can shop multiple times online until the promotion ends. Starts Saturday in store & Sunday online; ends 5/1 @ Grethen House North Loop (212 3rd Ave N, Minneapolis) and 50th & France (4930 France Ave S, Edina), grethenhouse.com
SATURDAY, 4/23 & SUNDAY, 4/24:
Antique Spectacular Spring Antique Show
One of the largest antique shows in the Twin Cities is back with its spring antique show. The event includes more than 100 vendors sellers vintage and antique furniture, collectibles, pottery, rugs, glassware, toys, advertising, jewelry and more. Dealers will be in the Grandstand and out on the old track behind the Grandstands at the fairgrounds. Saturday 8am–5pm & Sunday 10am–3pm @ Minnesota State Fair Coliseum, 1265 Snelling Ave N, St Paul. Tickets $8 or $7 with online coupon @ mnantiqueshows.com
Now open: Planty Queens’ New Location
Local houseplant shop Planty Queens has just opened its new storefront in Northeast Minneapolis. Open every Saturday and Sunday, you can find their affordable, adorable plants restocked every weekend. The shop also offers plant knowledge and carries handmade goods from local makers, including handmade clay pots for your new plants, plant food and colorful jewelry from Flourishing Femme Goods. Open Saturdays & Sundays 10am–5pm @ 2807 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis, plantyqueens.com
SUNDAY, 4/24:
Urban Jungle Flea Market
Urban Jungle’s Flea Market is back for its second edition with over 50 vendors selling ‘80s, ‘90s and Y2K-era vintage clothing in their back lot. Expect vintage with a streetwear vibe plus modern streetwear resale, sneakers, art, food and drink, and more from local resellers ands shops including Legacy, Daily Dose Retro, MN Street Vintage and Bro Bros Closet. Sunday 11am–6pm @ 1419 S Washington Ave, Minneapolis, @urbanjunglemn
Spring Makers Pop-up Shop
Local floral studio Louna Studios is hosting an afternoon of shopping with florals, handmade pottery, custom clothing, handmade jewelry and vintage goods from a group of 11 small local businesses. Highlights include Lovely Little Uglies’ handmade polymer clay jewelry (I’m obsessed with their chicken-and-cowboy-boots designs), handmade pottery by Happy Monday, and handmade resin and concrete homeware by Handmade by Tia. You can preorder floral arrangements from Louna Studios before the event on their website. Sunday 11am–3pm @ 1729 N 2nd St, Minneapolis, lounastudios.com
Minneapolis Craft Market: April Arctic Market
Minneapolis Craft Market returns to Lakes & Legends Brewery for their final Arctic Market of the season with a fresh mix of local makers. Plus, enjoy tunes from DJ Buster Baxter and Lakes & Legends’ latest craft brews. COVID-19 vaccination proof or negative lab test, ticketed reservations and face masks are required when not eating or drinking. Sunday, 3/27 from noon–5pm @ Lakes & Legends, 1368 LaSalle Ave, Minneapolis, mplscraftmarket.com
Fashion Week MN: La Vie En Rose (SOLD OUT)
Vintage producer/stylist duo Rose + Bull are back at Fashion Week MN with an all-new theme centered around vintage, sustainability, inclusivity and seeing “life through rose-colored glasses.” The show features vintage fashions from The Red Eye, Glam Diggers Vintage, Frock Queen, Showstopper Vintage, Lady L Vintage, and my own Rosella Vintage, accessorized with couture hats by local milliner Celina Kane and maker Nizhoni Jewelry. After the show, you can shop the looks from the runway and more from each vendor. The event is sold out, but the show is free to stream; get info at the link. Saturday 12:30–3pm, 2pm show @ The Hutton House, 10715 South Shore Dr, Medicine Lake, fashionweekmn.com
Fashion Week MN: Dirty Laundry Fashion Show & Dance Party
The Hook & Ladder Theater and local fashion label Bedroom Floor Longeraepresent this fashion event showcasing local designers. Watch as designs from Bedroom Floor Longerae, AGE, s.c.r.a.p.s., Olim, SHExclusive Jewelry, Style by Kari and Damon Productions are brought to life on the runway and through dance. It will be followed by a dance party and pop-up shopping from the featured designers. Sunday 6–10pm, show at 7:15pm @ Hook & Ladder Theater, 3010 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $30–$35 (general admission only) @ fashionweekmn.com
MONDAY, 4/25:
Fashion Week MN: Native Starlight
Delina White, an Ojibwe fashion designer from Leech Lake, follows up her Fashion Week MN debut last fall with this fashion showcase. It will feature designs from her IamAnishinaabe line as well as original Native designs by Osamuskwasis from the Great Mountains of the Cree Nation in Alberta, Canada, and Lauren Good Day from the Great Plains of the Mandan/Hidatsa/Arikara Nation, Ft. Berthold, North Dakota. The evening will be filled with connections, depictions and references to the celestial beings in the utmost respectful manner, remembering and honoring their relatives who appear to them in the night's sky in the form of a star. Plus: live music from blues/rock band Corey Medina & Brothers, a pop-up marketplace featuring Native artisans, and a full-service bar. Proof of COVID-19 vaccine or negative lab test required; masks required. Monday 5pm–10pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis. Tickets $50 (general admission only) @ fashionweekmn.com
ON VIEW
Totally Radical: Designing the 1980s
Totally Radical intends to inspire viewers to explore a nuanced version of the 1980s. The exhibition draws on the GMD’s permanent collection to examine “design through the fractured lens of postmodernism.” According to the museum, “Whether your recollection of the past sides more with luxe styles or dystopic futures, the 1980s was a highly mediated era of extremes. Ironically, this exhibition pushes against the idea that the 1980s are a highly definable decade.” With objects ranging from track suits to Hmong embroidery as the museum explores the “undefining” of a decade. Ends 5/27 @ Gallery 241, McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Ave, St Paul, design.umn.edu
PLAN AHEAD
Mark your calendars and get your tickets now for these upcoming event picks.
APRIL:
Fashion Week MN: SHINE: Spring 2022
Fashion Week MN”s spring season, SHINE: Spring 2022, will take place 4/24–4/30. The full lineup has just been announced, and it features 10 events including a vintage fashion show and a fashion show celebrating local AAPI designers creatives. Follow @fashionweekmn.com for updates and get tickets at fashionweekmn.com
Art in Bloom Preview Party & Fashion Show
The annual Art in Bloom preview party and dinner features a fashion show with looks from Galleria, produced and styled by Grant Whittaker. Wednesday, 4/27 @ Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets @ artsmia.org
Mad Hatter Ball
Models will walk in artist-designed, upcycled denim jackets and bucket hats in this fashion show produced by Richard Moody of IamMoody. Hosted by Northside art gallery, WALRUS, the jackets and hats will also be available for sale after the show along with art by the artists. Plus: drinks, art and more. 4/29 from 7–9pm @ Walrus, 4400 N Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis. Free registration @ eventbrite.com
MAY:
Mad Hatter High Tea
Appetite at the APT transforms itself into a lush vibrant garden party with high-tea brunch and tea along with live models in a Mad Hatter–themed fashion showcase by producer Richard Moody. High-tea attire and hats encouraged. 5/1 from 11am-4:30pm @ The APT Event Space, 511 Central Ave NE #5, Minneapolis, www.eventbrite.com
I Am Fabulous
I Am Fabulous is a day of beauty and fashion highlighting women 65+ to celebrate beauty and style at every age. The day is all about senior female empowerment and being inspired to think differently about what it means to be beautiful. The afternoon features a fashion show, pop-ups and more. Saturday 1–2pm @ Ridgedale Center, Center Court, 12401 W Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka. Free registration @ eventbrite.com
Canterbury Downs Derby Fashion Show
Celebrate the Kentucky Derby at Canterbury Downs with a Derby–inspired luxury fashion show presented by Grant Whittaker Creative with looks from local and national brands. The afternoon also includes mint juleps, a live auction benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a live screening of the Kentucky Derby. Saturday, 5/7 from 2–6pm, 4pm show @ Canterbury Park Event Center, 1100 Canterbury Rd, Shakopee. Tickets $40–$150 @ www.canterburypark.com
First Thursday’s Kentucky Derby Party
Social networking group, First Thursday Happy Hour, hosts this annual party to celebrate the pageantry of the Kentucky Derby. Put on your best big hat, dress or seersucker suit and enjoy Mint Juleps, a photo booth, live music, mini horses, roses, cigars and a live screening of the Derby. Bonus: Over $500 in prizes will be given out for Best Dressed attendees by judges including Richard Moody and Sara Rogers. Saturday, 5/7 from 2–6:30pm @ Westin Edina. Sign up to get notified when tickets go on sale @ firstthursdaymn.com
St. Kate’s Katwalk 2022
After a two-year hiatus due to COVID, the St. Kate’s Katwalk student fashion show is back. Among the graduating seniors showcasing their work is local designer Carrie Ann Zirbes, who was recently featured in Fashion Week MN. Saturday, 5/7 at 7pm @ Frey Theater on St. Kate’s campus, 2004 Randolph Ave, St Paul. Tickets $10–$25 @ www.etix.com
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.
Minneapolis Vintage Market
The MVM heads outside for its first outdoor market of the year on 5/14 along with 40 or so vintage sellers; tickets are now available. Saturday, 5/14 from 11am–4pm @ St. Louis Park Rec Center, 3700 Monterey Drive, St. Louis Park, mplsvintagemarket.com
Sisterhood Boutique DIY Fashion Show
A night of cultural pride through fashion and art, this annual fashion show presented celebrates young women and non-binary folks of all shapes, sizes, backgrounds and religions. 5/18 from 6–8pm (show at 7pm) @ 420 15th Ave S, Minneapolis, www.sisterhoodmn.org
Raise the Barr: Fashion + Football Tackling Poverty
Hosted by Raise the Barr co-founders, Anthony Barr and his mom, Lori Barr, this fashion show produced and styled by Grant Whittaker features guest model appearances from 4X Pro Bowl Linebacker, the fashion-forward Anthony Barr, and some of Raise the Barr’s scholarship recipients and their children. Plus: pop-up shopping and dancing after the show. Friday, 5/20, from 6:30–10pm @ Brother Justus Whiskey, Minneapolis. Tickets $125–$250 @ raisethebarr.org
Art-A-Whirl 2022
The massive, annual open studio artist crawl is back in full force for the first time in 2 years. 5/20–5/22 in various locations in NE Minneapolis, nemaa.org/art-a-whirl
NEW IN LOCAL RETAIL
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
Bro Bros Closet
The vintage and contemporary streetwear store has reopened in a new location in South Minneapolis this weekend with all-new inventory. Now open Saturdays & Sundays @ 118 E 26th St, Minneapolis, @brobroscloset
The White Room Launches Exclusive Customizable Collection by Caroline Hayden
Since first launching her bridal line in Minnesota-based fashion designer Caroline Hayden has specialized in working one-on-one to create custom options for brides looking for something a little less off-the-rack. Now, she has collaborated with local high-end bridal shop, The White Room, on an exclusive capsule collection tailored to their brand and clientele. The new line reenvisions Hayden’s signature luxe, elegant style in a series of pieces that can be mixed and matched for a custom look, and additional custom options will also be available. The collection will be a permanent fixture at the shop, marrying together a timeless look, versatility, and a more environmentally conscious, less wasteful mindset—these pieces are made to be reworn and restyled for years to come after the wedding. Shop now @ The White Room showroom, 1621 E Hennepin Ave, Unit 220, Minneapolis, thewhiteroommpls.com or find more from the designer @ carolinehayden.com
Celina Kane Bridal
Local milliner Celina Kane has expanded her brand with a new bridal line. Celina Kane Bridal debuts its first collection of veils, hats, headbands, tiaras, headpieces and accessories for brides, bridal parties, mother of the bride, wedding guests and all the festivities the accompany a wedding. Some of the pieces are riffs off of Kane’s non-bridal headwear favorites, such as the Turbanette, and others are elegant, couture-quality new creations, like a headband covered in white marabous feathers and a stunning, cathedral-length veil trimmed with ostrich feathers. Look for the collection to arrive online Friday and shop it in person during open studio events at her Northrup King Building studio. Now available @ celinakane.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
Departments at Dayton's: Spring Market
After a month-long hiatus, the Departments at Dayton’s marketplace is back with a spring market. The shopping experience first debuted over the holiday season as part of the long-in-the-works Dayton's Project in downtown Minneapolis. Expect a mix of more than 30 new and returning local retail businesses, including Black-owned brands Junita’s Jar cookies, Rocky Robinson girls’ self-care, SJC Body Love beauty products, Giftywrap gift wrap, and Kobi Co. candles and bath bombs, plus local jewelry favorite, Larissa Loden. Now open @ The Dayton’s Project, 700 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, thedepartmentsatdaytons.com
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
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
Larissa Loden Spring Collection Drop
The local jewelry brand is dropping its big spring collection on its web shop. The collection ranges from bold to delicate pieces incorporating pearlesque beads, edgy chain links and irreverent statements. Saturday at 10am @ larissaloden.com
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
The Mustache Cat
The Mustache Cat carries a mix of vintage and new items handmade by local makers or created by small, woman-owned businesses, like resin trays and coasters by local maker New Street Co. They're also introducing a novel return policy for their vintage items: return any vintage decor item purchased from the shop under $100 in similar condition for a discount on a new-to-you item. Now open @ 500 Lexington Pkwy S, St Paul, www.themustachecat.com
SENTi
After launching From Grasse With Love, a brand of imported French luxury fragrances, candles and skin care, entrepreneur Jen Knoch has expanded to introduce an IRL, multi-sensory retail experience to “elevate the sensory rituals of your daily life.” Located in the new Nolan Mains mixed-use development at 50th and France, SENTi sells the same collection of French crafted goods she became known for with From Grasse With Love along with other fragrances sourced from around the world, plus teas, slippers, silk eye masks and lavender sachets, tabletop items and a selection of vintage French and Italian vinyl. Now open @ Nolan Mains, 3922 W. 50th St., Edina, shopsenti.com. Visit @shop_senti for this week’s hours.
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
Explore my Vintage Directory featuring local brick-and-mortar shops in the Twin Cities, plus online sellers.
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