This week’s local shopping and style highlights include the April edition of the Minneapolis Vintage Market, Stirling Castle Vintage’s grand opening bash and the annual Fusion + Fashion show.
Nicole Davis opens her Stirling Castle Vintage store with an opening bash this weekend.
THURSDAY, 4/13:
Dig Into Spring Sip & Shop Event: Welcome the arrival of garden season at Bachman’s first ever, all-store spring preview sip and shop event. Visit your neighborhood Bachman’s and enjoy an evening filled with wine and savory treats from Patrick’s Cafe, inspiring floral and outdoor container demonstrations, live music, local friends and 20% off your entire purchase that evening. Find inspiration for the season ahead, come with your best gardening questions and get ready to welcome spring. Thursday 4:30–7pm @ Bachman's on Lyndale, Bachman's Eden Prairie & Bachman's Plymouth. $15 @ bachmans.com
Curiosity 101: Interested in learning more about Curiosity Studio but don’t know where to start, want to meet new people or learn a new skill? A good place to start is Curiosity 101, which explores art making, creative problem solving and making new friends as an adult. Try your hand at sculpture, collage, needle felt, drawing and more art making activities; all skill levels are welcome. Thursday 6–8pm @ Curiosity Studio, 3607 E Lake St, Minneapolis. $35 @ curiositystudioclass.com
THURSDAY, 4/13–SUNDAY, 4/16:
Sip N Bloom Flower Arranging Workshop: Celebrate Easter and the coming of spring at this seasonal workshop presented by floral studio, Sip N Bloom. Their team of Master Florists will guide you step by step to create your own custom floral design. Kits range from easy to intermediate and start at $65. Thursday 6pm @ Tattersall Distilling, 1620 NE Central Ave (enter at back), Minneapolis; Saturday 1pm @ Sociable Cider Werks, 1500 Fillmore St NE, Minneapolis; Sunday 1pm @ Forgotten Star Brewing, 38 Northern Stacks Dr, Fridley; get tickets @ sip-n-bloom.com
THURSDAY, 4/13–SUNDAY, 4/16:
Moth Oddities Store Moving Sale: Beloved Northeast vintage shop, Moth Oddities, has just announced it is moving to a larger, new location—and with that, a big storewide sale. This week marks the sale’s final weekend with 50% off storewide. The new location will be the former home of FindFurnish, which recently got its own larger location in Northeast. The store is two doors down from Olio Vintage and just around the corner from The Golden Pearl Vintage and Twelve Vultures, making this block THE destination for vintage shopping in Minneapolis. Thursday–Sunday @ Moth Oddities, 2201 2nd St NE, Minneapolis, @mothoddities
THURSDAY, 4/13–SATURDAY, 4/15:
Junk Bonanza Spring Show: Shop vintage finds, antiques, architectural salvage, and repurposed, upcycled and artisan handcrafted goods for your home and garden at this semi-annual indoor event. Find your style, whether it's Mid-Century, classic, boho, industrial, or modern farmhouse, from 150+ hand-picked vendors and artisans. Vendors restock daily. Thursday from 10am–5pm (8am early bird entry), Friday from 9am–5pm, Saturday 9am–4pm @ Canterbury Park, 1100 Canterbury Rd S, Shakopee. Tickets are $12 a day, $25 for early bird entry ($30 at the door) @ junkbonanza.com
FRIDAY, 4/14:
Stirling Castle Vintage Grand Opening: Following several years as a staple at vintage pop-ups around the Twin Cities, Nicole Davis’s Stirling Castle Vintage is bringing its fabulous goodies to the area on a regular basis with the opening of its new storefront. Expect a fresh, size-inclusive assortment of spring clothing and bold jewelry with a funky, femme vibe. Tonight’s grand opening will include champagne and treats. Friday 5–9pm @ Stirling Castle Vintage, 4806 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, @stirlingcastlevintage
IIDA Northland presents Supernova: FUSION + Fashion: Interior design association is a IIDA Northland is back with its 18th annual event that challenges local interior designers, architects and students to create fashion-forward looks from home interior materials. This year's cosmic theme is sure to produce some otherworldly creations. Winners will be judged on best representation of sustainability and technology, best collaboration, crowd favorite and best in show. Friday, 4/14, 7pm doors, 8pm event @ The Fillmore, 525 N 5th St, Minneapolis. Tickets $65+ @ iida-northland.org
FRIDAY, 4/14 & SATURDAY, 4/15:
J. Lux Jewelry Trunk Show: Local jewelry designer J. Lux is presenting her latest collection of boho-inspired necklaces, earrings and bracelets with a trunk show hosted by local boutique, The Fitting Room, which specializes in locally made clothing and accessories. Pre-shop Friday or head there Saturday to meet the designer. Friday & Saturday noon–5pm @ The Fitting Room, 318 W 38th St, Minneapolis, thefittingroompls.com
FRIDAY, 4/14–SUNDAY, 4/16:
St. Paul Spring Art Crawl: This open studio art fest long ago outgrew Lowertown and now sprawls throughout downtown St. Paul, stretching along Grand and University Avenues, and spans across multiple weekends in April and May. Events include open studios, dance, musical performances and interactive demonstrations. This weekend’s highlights take place on the West Side, Cathedral Hill and Summit Grand, including Grand Hand Gallery. Hours vary by location. Check out the Art Crawl website for a full listing of artists and information. Friday–Sunday @ various locations, St. Paul, stpaulartcollective.org
SATURDAY, 4/15:
Wright County Swappers Meet Opening Day: 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 of April 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, wrightcountyswappersmeet.com
Mill City Farmers Market: A mainstay since 2006, the Mill City Farmers Market has moved indoors for the winter season select Saturdays through April. 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 makers include Crankasaurus Press handprinted textiles, CrookedWood cooking utensils, Ink 'N Flower wildflower-inspired floral arrangements and decor, and more. Saturday 10am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Spring Container Design Workshop at Bachman's: Can’t wait any longer to get your hands in the dirt? Head to Bachman’s on Lyndale to design a colorful outdoor container crafted around a fresh seasonal favorite — cold tolerant annuals. Think pansy, ranunculus, cyclamen, ivy and more. These early spring favorites will serve as a starting point as you learn to design, plant and embellish an outdoor container that will welcome spring. Saturday 10:30am–noon @ Bachman's on Lyndale, 6010 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $85 @ bachmans.com
Juniper Lou Markets present Vintage & Makers Market: Juniper Lou Markets is bringing its vintage and makers market at a new venue—now happening the first Saturday of the month through the spring. This weekend's market vendors include Everyday Ejiji vintage (fresh off a sourcing trip to Hawaii), Mallorie Kuschel art, Kollektiv Vintage, Hausle Shop home goods, Better Together upcycled vintage clothing, High Desert Modern Vintage and more. Saturday 11am–4pm @ Earl Giles Distillery, 1325 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis, @juniperloumarkets
SATURDAY, 4/15 & SUNDAY, 4/16:
Keg & Case Weekend Markets: Join St. Paul food hall and marketplace Keg & Case every weekend now through the end of April for pop-up shops from local makers, food trucks and more. Vendors var by weekend; this week incudes Small Things Fair Trade (fair-trade goods), The Bloom Bums (healing crystals and more), Von Lucy Mobile Boutique (women’s clothing) and Katie White Designs (clay polymer earrings). Saturday & Sunday 11am–8pm @ Keg & Case Market, 928 7th St W, St Paul, kegandcase.com
SUNDAY, 4/16:
Minneapolis Vintage Market April: Minneapolis Vintage Market’s April event may just be their biggest ever. The monthly market is heading to a new, larger venue in Northeast Minneapolis, Quincy Hall, with a whopping 80 of the region’s top vintage sellers spanning clothing for all genders, housewares, vinyl records and more. (Plus, I’ll be there with my brand, Rosella Vintage, and loads of new spring goodie!) Plus, there will be coffee, food vendors and a DJ to enjoy while you shop. Tickets are $10 before noon or free after. Sunday 11am–4pm @ Quincy Hall, 1325 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis, mplsvintagemarket.com
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Como Park Conservatory Winter Flower Show: Get a taste of spring at Como Park Conservatory’s Winter Flower Show, which closes this weekend in its Sunken Garden. The 2023 Spring Flower Show will feature hundreds of white and purple tulips with daffodils, pansies viola and delphinium. Open daily through 4/30 @ Como Park Conservatory, 1225 Estabrook Dr, St. Paul, comozooconservatory.org
Not Just for Dolls: Paper Dresses: A new mini exhibition on display in the back window case of McNeal Hall features some of the most iconic paper dresses produced, including the “Paper Caper” by Scott Paper Company, dresses by popular manufacturer Mars of Asheville, and the “Souper Dress!” Paper dresses, one of the first examples of fast fashion, came onto the market in 1966 thanks to a clever advertising campaign by the Scott Paper Company. While the fad quickly faded due to the earth-conscious hippie movement, advances in clothing manufacturing, and the fact that the paper garments became “dangerously flammable” after washing, they’re still an iconic piece of fashion history. Now on view @ Goldstein Museum of Design, 1985 Buford Ave, St Paul, @goldstein_museum
UPCOMING - JUST ANNOUNCED:
NUBIUltimateRunway - The Nile: Local designer Nyamal BothDol is showcasing her spring collection for her label, Nubi Collections, in a solo runway show inspired by the Nile River, one of the most historical figures of African located in East Africa, reflecting the riches of Gold and Silver presenting the Gods and Goddesses of the Nile. Friday, 4/21, at 7pm @ FIVE Event Center, 2917 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $30–$50 @ eventbrite.com
Fashion Week MN's Spring Season: Tickets for the spring season of Fashion Week MN's twice-yearly fashion week have just been announced. This season includes seven events every day for a week straight, with returning favorites like Rose & Bull’s vintage fashion show, the Coalesce fashion show highlighting local AAPI creatives and EVOLVE, the finale showcase of local designers produced by The Fitting Room boutique owner Kimberly Jurek-Valanzasca. 4/23–4/29, tickets now available @ fashionweekmn.com
The Hmong Thai Fashion Show: Known for their annual Fresh Traditions Fashion Show, the Center for Hmong Arts and Talent is debuting a new spring show featuring six Hmong designers from Thailand to share their unique clothing designs. The event is preceded by a Hmong vendor showcase. Saturday, 4/29, 4–6pm vendors, 6pm doors, 7pm show @ Union Depot, 240 E Kellogg Blvd, St Paul. Tickets $60+ @ eventbrite.com
Black Fashion Week MN’s Spring Season: Mark your calendars—Black Fashion Week MN has just announced its spring dates. The event is a platform to showcase talented Black and Brown creatives in the Twin Cities fashion industry. 5/5–5/13; tickets to be announced. See the lineup at @blackfashionweekmn
Defining Derby Benefit Fashion Show: Don your best Derby-inspired cocktail attire for this fashionable soiree celebrating the Kentucky Derby, benefiting Children's Hospital Association. The main event is a Derby-inspired fashion show styled by Grant Whittaker with clothing from MartinPatrick3, bespoke hats by Celina Kane and hair and makeup by Haus Salon. The event also includes cocktails and a live telecast of the races. Saturday, 5/6, doors at 3pm, fashion show at 3:45pm @ Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis, 245 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets start at $120 @ childrenshospitalassociation.org
6th Annual Kentucky Derby Twin Cities Party: This party celebrates elegant hats, dresses, seersucker and Mint Juleps as it honors the annual tradition of the Kentucky Derby, with live models showcasing couture ensembles by local designer House of Klynn, prizes for best-dressed judged by Richard Moody and friends, a telecast of the event, live music, cocktails and more with proceeds benefiting the Newborn Foundation. Saturday, 5/6, from 2–8pm @ The Westin Edina, 3201 Galleria, Edina. Tickets from $25 @ eventbrite.com
Runway For Hope: This annual fundraiser event includes a fashion show featuring looks showcasing spring trends benefiting the Hope Chest for Breast Cancer Foundation. Sunday, 5/7, from 10:30am–12:30pm @ Galleria, 69th & France, Edina. Tickets $125+ @ runwayforhope.givesmart.com
Sip N Bloom x Amy Seaman present SS23 Fashion Show: The immersive fashion experience presented by Sip N Bloom and stylist Amy Season returns for their annual spring show. The beach cabana–themed event will showcase new spring creations from some of the best fashion and accessory retailers and designers, plus shopping pop-ups. Tuesday, 5/23, at 6pm @ The Beach Club, 3141 Dean Pkwy, Minneapolis, $75+ @ sip-n-bloom.com
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