This week’s highlights include two big vintage markets, the return of the L.A.M. Pop-up and more.
Hmong-Minnesotan maker Npauj Jewelry pops up at the L.A.M. Pop-up this weekend.
NEW THIS WEEK
Nashipai Launches Summer Collection
On the recent summer solstice, Minneapolis-based brand Nashipai launched their new summer jewelry collection, a mix of brass, beads and fun extras. The brand creates bold, socially conscious jewelry in partnership with talented entrepreneurial Maasai women, who make all of their handmade jewelry. Nashipai was founded by Jenny Behrens in 2019 as an opportunity to provide fair wages to the Maasai women and has gone on to donate menstrual kits and support youth through work experience in the U.S. Each time you purchase a Nashipai piece, you are supporting these women and their families. Shop today at www.mynashipai.com and give them a follow @mynashipai on Instagram.
THURSDAY, JULY 7:
Les Sól opens new location (tentative)
Two years after opening its original location in Linden Hills, sustainable shop Les Sól has announced its making the move to Uptown. Founded by sisters Mikaela and Megan Harrod right at the beginning of the pandemic, Les Sól is a women’s lifestyle boutique with a “West Coast vibe” and a passion for community, small brands, independent artists and and sustainability. The new shop will neighbor two other shops including Combine and another retailer TBA. Slated to open Thursday but check their Instagram @shoplessol for updates. @ 1614 W Lake St, Minneapolis, shoplessol.com
First Thursday at Northrup King Building
First Thursdays are part of a long tradition of monthly events at the Northrup King Building—the largest building of artist studios in the state of Minnesota—which opens for the public to tour studios, meet the artists, and shop the art. 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). Note: select studios require a face mask, so bring one just in case. Thursday 5–9pm @ Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, northrupkingbuilding.com
SATURDAY, JULY 9:
Art at St. Kate’s
Shop handmade art and artisan goods during the annual Art at St. Kate’s outdoor art fair. Goods include clay, fiber, glass, leather, jewelry, metal, paper, wood, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture and more from more than 90 juried artists, including milliner Celina Kane. Saturday 10am–5pm @ St. Catherine University, Cleveland & Randolph Ave, St. Paul, artistscircle.org
Juniper & Lou Vintage & Makers Market
This vintage and makers market is back at Able Brewing for a two-day event featuring 18 local vendors. The lineup includes vintage favorites Kollektiv, Black Nvni, Everyday Ejiji, High Desert Modern Vintage, Restore Society Club and Hausle Shop, plus plants from Cactus in a Can, handmade jewelry from The Retro Collective, and live portraits by artist Daughters and Suns. Plus, enjoy craft beer from Pryes Brewing. Note: No pups allowed. Saturday noon–6pm @ Pryes Brewery, 1401 West River Rd N, Minneapolis, @juniperloumarkets
Art Is for Everyone Makers Market
To celebrate the closing of its current Art Is for Everyone exhibition, Gamut Gallery’s summer pop-up makers market returns to nearby Elliot Park for an afternoon of shopping from local artists and makers. The market features jewelry, paintings, pottery, buttons, clothing, sassy cross-stitch, bodycare, natural soap and more from 10 artists. Artists include Alex Guy (Malleus Pottery), Boxy Mouse, Juliana Fergusson (Hello Cross Stitches), Keya Hutchins (Lady Vixen & Proletariat Alliance), Nikita Siewert, Sara Kahn (Imaginary Conservatory), Sarah Pfeifle (Va Va Voom Studio), Rock Johnsen, Tavia Trulson (Oh! Beehave Balms) and Tierney Houdek (Thraxis Threads) Free. Saturday noon–4pm @ Elliot Park, 1000 E 14th St, Minneapolis, gamutgallerympls.com
Uptown Art Market
Shop art prints, jewelry, clothing, pottery, fiber art and more from more than 20 local makers including Estudio Fermin, Pompa Goods, Sick til Death and more, plus live music. Saturday noon–6pm @ 2637 Girard Ave S, Minneapolis, @maddiestumbaughart
Nesting Tempress & Century Clash Studio Open Saturdays
The new showroom from local vintage furniture and home decor dealers Nesting Temptress and Century Clash Studio is now open every second Saturday. Their assortment includes furniture, housewares, decor and knick knacks.. Saturday noon–5pm @ Foundry on Stinson, 1101 Stinson Blvd, lower level, Suite 11, Minneapolis, @nesting_temptress
Rex26 Summer Bash
Head to Rex26 Apartments in Uptown Minneapolis for their annual summer bash this weekend. You'll find handmade goods from local makers and other small businesses plus ice cream cocktails, a bean bag tournament, prizes, food and more outdoors on their sunset terrace. Saturday 1–4pm @ Rex26 Apartments, 2621 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, @rex26_apartments
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 heads to Bad Weather Brewing outdoors with 23 local makers. Saturday 2–6:30pm @ Bad Weather Brewing, 414 7th St W, St Paul, @marketcollectivemn
The Black Market Summer Series: The Cookout
The Black Market is a Black-business marketplace that has become a vibrant community hub. Its annual Summer Event Series is a monthly event featuring a day full of unique shopping from from than 60 local, Black-owned businesses, Black-owned food trucks, BBQ, games, music and live entertainment. The series continues this weekend with Summerfest Summer Party. Saturday 2–7pm @ 767 Eustic St, St Paul, @theblackmarketmpls
SUNDAY, JULY 10:
Minneapolis Vintage Market
The MVM heads outside to the Sociable Cider Werks parking lot for an outdoor market. Find dozens of Minnesota's best vintage clothing, accessories and home goods vendors all in one spot (including my own Rosella Vintage) with craft cider and seltzer from Sociable. Plus, DJ Buster Baxter will be spinning vinyl records all day and The Get Down Coffee Co. will be serving cold brew. Ticketed shopping reservations are required to control capacity. Saturday 11am–4pm ($10 from 11am–noon, free after noon) @ Sociable Cider Werks, 1500 Fillmore St NE, Minneapolis, mplsvintagemarket.com
Second Sundays Makers Market at St Paul Brewing
Head to Saint Paul Brewing for their makers market, held the second Sunday of every month on their spacious outdoor patio. Shop handmade goods and vintage gear from 6–10 artists each month. It’s a great way to support local artists while enjoying craft beer and wood-fired pizza. Sunday 11am–3pm @ Saint Paul Brewing, 688 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, stpaulbrewing.com
Little Asia Market (L.A.M.) Pop-up
This weekend marks the return of the Little Asia Market (L.A.M.) Pop-up, which celebrates artists and makers within our diverse Asian-American community. L. A. M. started in response to the rise of anti-Asian violence and evolved as a way to bring the community together through a showcase of local AAPI businesses. The more than 20 makers and brands include Teeko+Co, HCLOU Art, Kari Lee Art, Npauj jewelry, Wondrous Crane, and Third Daughter Restless Daughter. There will also be food trucks from Union Hmong Kitchen and Jaba Noodles, and live music from DJ Diane from The Current, Cypher Side Dance School and TaikoArts Midwest. Sunday 1–6pm @ Abeiter Brewing Co, 3038 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, facebook.com
MONDAY, JULY 11–FRIDAY, JULY 15
Kids’ Summer Fashion Camp
Looking for something to fill your kids’ summer days? Check out this fashion camp for kids presented by Lovely Sewing. The camp is a week of introductory sewing and fashion design lessons geared toward kids ages 4 to 18. Each day has a different theme, with workshops on creating pants, tees and shoes. The final day includes a free, public fashion show highlighting the students’ designs from the week. Two sessions: 7/11–7/15 and 7/18–7/22. 9am–2pm daily @ Lovely’s Sewing & Arts Collective, SPACES building, 121 Washington Ave N, Minneapolis. Each camp series $500 @ lovelyssewing.org
NEXT WEDNESDAY, July 13:
Full Moon Terrarium Class
Join Ms. Seedling, Art Juice at AudreyRose Vintage for a Full Moon terrarium class where you can charge your crystals, get an oracle reading and create a terrarium. Lauren of Ms. Seedling will be leading a terrarium making class, and Haley of Art Juice will supply crystals and oracle readings Ticket price includes basic materials with additional add-on options. .Wednesday 6:30–8:30pm @ AudreyRose Vintage, 2237 E 38th St, Minneapolis, Tickets $25 @ eventbrite.com
WEEKLY MARKETS
THURSDAYS:
Nicollet Farmers Market & Makers Market
After a one-year hiatus, the Nicollet Makers Market has merged with the Nicollet Mall Farmers Market for Market Thursdays beginning this month. Find fresh products, flowers and locally made goods from dozens of local farmers, makers and vendors. Thursdays 10am–2:30pm through September along Nicollet Mall between 6th & 8th Streets, downtown Minneapolis, www.nicolletmakersmarket.com
SATURDAYS:
Mill City Farmers Market
A mainstay since 2006, the Mill City Farmers Market has moved outdoors for the summer season every Saturday through October. Each event features 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 hand-printed textile goods by Crankosaurus Press, jewelry by Emily Madland, candles and wellness products by Kobi Co. and ceramics by Fringe & Fettle. Saturdays 8am–1pm weekly @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Northeast Farmers Market
Head to the St. Boniface Church parking lot every Saturday through October 15, rain or shine, for specialty foods, baked goods, beverages, fresh produce, and handmade goods. Maker highlights include Blugirl Soapworks, TeeKae Handmade shibori and tie-dye goods, Kobi Co candles and body care, and Artifacts of Joy’s mini paintings. Saturdays 9am–1pm weekly @ 629 NE 2nd St NE, Minneapolis, northeastfarmersmarket.com
Wright County Swappers Meet
The WCSM is a farmers market, art fair, antique mall, garden center, sporting goods store and garage sale in South Haven, MN. This large outdoor market features 150-250 vendors on an average weekend with 300+ vendors holiday weekends. Open every Saturday through October plus Fridays–Sundays on Holiday weekends (Memorial Day weekend, 4th of July weekend and Labor Day weekend). Hours: 6am–1:30pm, weather dependent. @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, facebook.com/AnnandaleFleaMarket
Excelsior Flea Market
Back for its 21st year, the weekly Excelsior Flea Market is a great excuse to take a day trip out to the charming Lake Minnetonka–bordering town’s historic downtown. Expect handcrafted soaps, jewelry, macramé decor, home goods and more from new and returning vendors, plus food and more. While you’re there, be sure to swing by local shop favorites, The Golden Rule, GRAY Home + Lifestyle and Ace General. Saturdays 9am–3pm weekly through 9/25 @ 10 Water St, Excelsior, facebook.com/ExcelsiorFleaMarket
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS:
Shady Hollow Flea Market
Kicking off this weekend, the Shady Hollow Flea Market has been going strong for 53 years across 3.5 acres of shaded, grassy grounds just 5 miles south of Detroit Lakes. Every weekend, as many as 125 vendors from throughout the trig-state area will showcase their wares with different offerings each weekend, from fine collectibles and jewelry to sports equipment, tools and collectibles. Open Saturdays & Sundays weekly through Labor Day weekend from 6:30am–3pm daily plus every Saturday in September @ 12673 Co Hwy 17, Detroit Lakes, shadyhollowfleamarket.com
Wadena Flea & Craft Market
This seasonal indoor and outdoor market has four buildings filled with unique finds. It’s filled with vendors selling everything you can think of including farm fresh produce, toys and games, antiques, apparel, home decor, glassware and more. Open Saturdays & Sundays every weekend through September plus Labor Day from 9am–5pm @ 13560 US Highway 10, Wadena, wadenafleamarket.com
SUNDAYS:
Linden Hills Farmers Market
The Linden Hills Farmers Market takes place every Sunday with fresh produce from local farmers and artisanal treats and goods from local makers, including body care, arts and crafts. Plus: live music and more. Sundays through October 10am–1pm @ Settergren's of Linden Hills parking lot, 2913 W 43rd St, Minneapolis, lindenhillsfarmersmarket.org
CONTINUING
Plastic Rapt: A History of Designing Forever
We have a complex relationship with plastic. We can’t seem to live without it and it has many beneficial (and sometimes life-saving) uses. On the other hand, it’s the leading cause of pollution to our planet, doesn’t break down naturally, and is expensive to recycle. (In fact, less than 10% of all plastic is said to be recycled.) The Goldstein Museum of Design’s Plastic Rapt: A History of Designing Forever exhibition acknowledges both plastic’s extreme versatility as well as its inherently detrimental qualities. The exhibition will include many “faux” objects from the Goldstein’s collection made from celluloid, including decorative combs and fans imitating tortoise shell, amber and ivory. Bakelite, the first true synthetic plastic, had diverse applications, including jewelry, toys, radios, and the decorative handles for things like cocktail shakers. Free. On view through 9/25 @ Goldstein Gallery at 12 McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Ave, St Paul, design.umn.edu
Black Garnet Books Fundraiser
The only Black-owned bookstore in Minnesota, Black Garnet Books launched two years ago online with a hand-picked assortment of contemporary literature by Black and racially-diverse authors. Now, they’re set to open their first brick-and-mortar shop in St. Paul this fall. In order to cover some expenses, including an ADA-accessible door, signage, seating, furniture and shelving, they’re holding an online fundraiser for the next couple of months. If you’d rather buy a book instead of donating, consider doing so—after all, summer is the slowest time for bookstores. Shop now & donate @ blackgarnetbooks.com
KOKOON Summer Clearance Sale
The circumstances of the past couple years left local clothing brand KOKOON without a true studio. Now, they’re getting ready to move once more. In the meantime, they’re having a major clearance sale on their website, going on now. Look for more items to be added, plus additional progressive discounts in July. Shop early for best selection, and later for even more savings, with discounts of up to an extra 50% off by the end of July. Ends 7/24. Shop now @ kokoon.net
NOW OPEN
East West Girl
Looking for a new shop to bring the little girl, tween or young teen in your life? Then be sure to check out the new East West Girl boutique, just opened at Edina’s bustling Nolan Mains development. The colorful shop features trendy clothing and accessories they're sure to love (and while you're there, you might even find a fun accessory to take home for yourself.) Expect all things pink, purple, sparkly, and tie-dyed, plus fun prints and patterns. It's sure to become a great gifting destination for this ever-hard-to-shop-for demographic. Now open @ Nolan Mains, 3931 Market Street, Edina, eastwestgirl.com
Leisure World Vintage
Known for selling casual vintage clothing for all genders with an emphasis on vintage tees at popup markets around the Twin Cities, Leisure World is opening its first brick-and-mortar location this weekend. For the grand opening, they’ll be joined by special-guest local makers TBA. Located right next door to fellow vintage shop Smile Back Vintage, the store is helping bring Uptown back on the map for local vintage shopping. Now open @ 2457 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, @leisure__world
Planty Queen Shop
Local houseplant shop Planty Queens recently opened their first storefront. The shop restocks their assortment of affordable, adorable plants every weekend, and the shop also offers plant knowledge and carries handmade goods from local makers, including handmade clay pots for your new plants, plant food and more. Now open Saturdays & Sundays @ 2807 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis, plantyqueens.com
Primitiva Collective
Primitiva Collective is a collective shop founded by local maker Primitiva Jewelry featuring women and nonbinary makers from Minnesota, including Nashipai Jewelry, New Street Co and many more. Now open Thursdays–Sundays @ Seven Points, 3001 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, @primitiva_collective
Larissa Loden Retail Store
Local jewelry designer Larissa Loden recently debuted the new brick-and-mortar store in St. Paul’s Merriam Park for her namesake brand. The shop is part of the 12,000-square-foot building that the designer purchased, which also houses a production and fulfillment facility for the brand. Come see the space, which has been gorgeously designed in partnership with with Betsy Vohs of Studio BV, and shop her new spring collection, with styles ranging from edgy, ‘70s-inspired designs to delicate, cosmic pieces incorporating pearlescent beads, delicate chain links and real gemstones. Now open @ 2032 Marshall Ave, St Paul, larissaloden.com
Departments at Dayton's
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 businesse, 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
PLAN AHEAD
Mark your calendars and get your tickets now for these upcoming event picks.
JULY:
Fashion Weekendz presents Solar Flair
Local fashion designer and producer Arianne Zager is back with her Fashion Weekendz series. This month’s theme is resort fashions, and it will feature original, vacation- and pool party–ready looks from a diverse group of five local designers—think swimwear, sarees, wraps and more. This month’s featured local designers include Melevated Designs, Carrie Anne Designs, Be Tvum by Divya, CeCe Cabana and Van Quigg. Bonus: You can buy any of the featured looks off the runway following the show. Saturday, 7/16, from 7–11pm @ W Minneapolis, 821 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $38 @ eventbrite.com
Totally Rad Vintage Fest
The TRVF (formerly Twin Cities Vintage Fest) has announced their big summer market will happen for the first time at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds with more than 70 vendors. 7/23 from 10am–5pm. General admission tickets are now on sale ($8–$10), as well as early-bird tickets ($25) from 8:30am–10am @ Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265 Snelling Ave N, St Paul, totallyradvf.com
Fashion Week MN's Atlantic Boat Cruise Mixer
Local fashion platform Fashion Week MN is hosting a boat cruise mixer on Lake Minnetonka inspired by the Lost City of Atlantis. The dress code is “gold, white, dazzling”—think Goldie Hawn’s glam yacht looks in Overboard. Tickets include hors d'oeuvres, a cash bar and live DJ. Tuesday, 7/26 from 5–8pm @ Wayzata Depot & Docks, 402 Lake St E, Wayzata. Tickets $60 @ www.eventbrite.com
AUGUST:
Alexandra Lange: Meet Me by the Fountain Book Talk
In Meet Me By the Fountain, acclaimed design critic Alexandra Lange offers an eclectic history of the mall, grappling with their role in public life and popular culture. Join the author for a live virtual talk presented by Magers & Quinn Booksellers about the book with local freelance style writer and self-described mall obsessive Kara Nesvig. Wednesday at 7pm. Free registration required @ magersandquinn.com
Minnesota Streetwear Fashion Week
LPF Vision Productions and local fashion label Melevated Designs have just announced the inaugural Streetwear Fashion Week in Minnesota, slated for 8/4–8/7. The week includes a luxury streetwear fashion show competition. Follow @streetwearfw_official on Instagram for updates
Vintage at the Ballpark
Head to CHS Field for a two-day summer vintage extravaganza hosted by Minneapolis Vintage Market. Find dozens of the Midwest's best vintage clothing, accessories and home goods vendors selling high-quality, unique goods and collectibles. Get first dibs during Friday’s preview night. CHS Field concessions will be open for food and beer throughout the weekend. 8/5 from 5–10pm & 8/6 from 10am–5pm @ CHS Field, 360 N Broadway St, St Paul. Tickets $5–$10 @ mplsvintagemarket.com
Minneapolis Vintage Market
The August MVM will take place outdoors at Utepils Brewing with more than 40 of the top local vintage vendors. Sunday, 8/28, from 11am–4pm (11am–noon $10, noon–5pm Free)@ Utepils Brewing, 225 Thomas Ave N, Minneapolis, mplsvintagemarket.com
SEPTEMBER:
Walker Art Center’s Avant Garden 2022
After last year’s Party: In the Garden—an abbreviated version of the Walker' Art Center’s annual fundraiser–Avant Garden is slated to be back in full form on September 17, 2022. Tickets just went on sale, and once they’re available, they’ll go fast. You won’t want to miss all that’s in store for this year’s event. (Hint: The theme is Mother Earth meets celestial, astrological vibes.) And when you order, tell them I sent you. Get tickets at walkerart.org
Mpls.St.Paul Magazine presents Fashionopolis
After a pandemic-induced hiatus, Mpls.St.Paul Magazine's Fashionopolis is back. The fall event will take place on Friday, 9/23, at the new Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis. The show’s longtime producer and stylist Grant Whittaker is also back, and will surely work his style magic, offering a delight for the senses and bold inspiration. Tickets available 7/13 @ mspmag.com
House of KLynn presents Gala Glamour Couture Runway Show
Following her stunning local runway debut last spring, Minnesota-based grand couturier Kathryn Rogers returns with a fashion show featuring her opulent label, House of KLynn. The Richard Moody–produced event also includes the new HOK jewelry, accessories and beauty line, a pop-up shop, and live music and DJ performances. Saturday, 9/24, at 4:30pm @ Canopy by Hilton, 708 S 3rd St, Minneapolis. Tickets $50 @ eventbrite.com