This week’s style and shopping highlights include a big vintage decor warehouse sale, a pop-up in honor of International Women’s Day and more.
Local clothing brand WAY the Label presents a makers market in honor of International Women’s Day.
TUESDAY, 3/5:
Green Sip ‘n Swap at Nine Lives: Nonprofit clothing thrift shop Nine Lives hosts a clothing swap in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. Bring your Irish-inspired or green clothing and accessories to swap, and enjoy wine while you swap. Tuesday 6–8pm @ Nine Lives at Center for Lost Objects, 957 7th St W, St Paul, @ninelivesmn
TUESDAY, 3/5–THURSDAY, 3/7:
House of KLynn Sample Sale: Now's your chance to grab your own House of KLynn one-of-a-kind couture piece straight from the runway at a step discount. All pieces (normally upwards of $1,500) will be $500 each. The sale takes place at the designer's studio by appointment as well as online. All sales final. Tuesday–Thursday 10am–5pm, email houseofklynn@houseofklynn.com for appointmenent, online 24/7 @ houseofklynn.com
WEDNESDAY, 3/6:
Mending 101: Learn the basics of hand sewing and the history of the craft while lessening your consumption by repairing your own clothing in this beginner-level class led by Curiosity Studio. Participants will learn five basic stitching and patching methods and walk away with needles, thread and a reference guide. Masking required in class. 18+. Wednesday 6–8pm @ Curiosity Studio, 3607 E Lake St, Minneapolis, $45 @ curiositystudioclass.com
WEDNESDAY, 3/6–SUNDAY, 3/10:
Peter's Oldies But Goodies Progressive Sale: Every week, the vintage and antique home goods shop is marking down its stock an extra 10% off each week until they hit 90% off. This week, the entire store will be 50% off. Wednesday–Saturday 11am–6pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ Peter's Oldies But Goodies, 1814 Selby Ave, St Paul, @petersantique
WEDNESDAY, 3/6–MONDAY, 3/11:
Sip N Bloom Flower Arranging Workshops: Learn how to create your own take-home flower arrangement with this week’s workshops hosted by Sip N Bloom. You’ll create your own seasonal centerpiece with the help of Sip N Bloom's master florists, with various experience level options. All materials are provided, including a vase for you to take your creation home. Multiple dates and locations. Class fee $65–$85 @ sip-n-bloom.com
THURSDAY, 3/7:
Funky Live presents XCoopDeVille Closet Sale: Funky Gnarly Bangin Vintage, a national hub for vintage fashion live sales, is hosting a special sale from local model and style icon, Coop Felipe aka @XCoopDeVille. Hosted live on their Instagram page, the sale features pieces from his Impeccably curated closet showcasing statement pieces with a pop of color, abstract textiles and attention to detail. Thursday at 7pm CST @funky_gnarly_bangin_vintage on Instagram
THURSDAY, 3/7–SATURDAY, 3/10:
gh2 90% Off Sale: The designer clothing consignment shop is hosting their biggest sale of the season with 90% off storewide this weekend only. Thursday & Friday noon–6pm, Saturday noon–5pm @ gh2, 318 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, @gh2consignment
FRIDAY, 3/8–SUNDAY, 3/10:
Flamingo's Divine Vintage Open Weekend: One of the funkiest, quirkiest vintage shops in town is back open for the first time since December this weekend with a fully restocked shop featuring a variety of vendors spread throughout a dozen rooms. For one weekend every month, expect an eclectic, arty and affordable assortment of vintage home decor, furniture, jewelry, clothing and more for every aesthetic. Friday–Sunday noon–6pm daily @ Flamingos Divine Vintage, 3404 Cedar Ave, Minneapolis, flamingosdivinevintage.com
Bunside Market: Shop vintage, jewelry, art and handmade goods from a rotating group of vendors at this new pop-up marketplace in the same building as Isles Bun & Coffee. Friday 2–7pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am–5pm @ 2756 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis, @bunside_market
FRIDAY, 3/8:
International Women's Day Pop-up Market: Local fashion brand Way the Label presents a market of fellow local woman-owned brands in honor of International Women’s Day. In conjunction with Modist Brewing's new beer launch, the group of 12 makers—like Lovely Little Uglies, Golden Boies and Little Dipper Art—will be popping up in Modist’s new event space with goods ranging from apparel to prints, home goods, leather goods, permanent jewelry, and wellness products to a Build Your Own Bouquet bar. There will also be a DJ and food trucks, and each vendor will be donating a portion of their sales from the night to MN Peace Building. Friday 4–9pm @ Modist Brewing Co, 505 N 3rd St, Minneapolis, @waythelabel
SATURDAY, 3/9:
Bachman's Winter Farmers Markets: Warm up inside the Bachman’s greenhouses to shop seasonal goods at their indoor farmer's markets. Enjoy music and fresh, ready-to-enjoy food and beverage and stock up on produce, sweet treats, crafts, and gifts from local farmers, bakers, and artisans. Saturday 9am–1pm @ Bachman's Lyndale & Maplewood locations, bachmans.com
Coffee with Creatives: White Bear Lake vintage shop Oldies & Goodies hosts free coffee from Cajeta Coffee with creative chats and the chance to shop the store’s new spring arrivals. Saturday 9–10am, store open 9am–5pm @ 4717 Clark Ave, White Bear Lake, @oldiesandgoodiesmn
The Black Market Mpls: Come gather to support and celebrate Black businesses at The Black Market's monthly market. The Black Market is a Black-business marketplace that has become a vibrant community hub. This month features food trucks, games, music, art, goods for sale and more from over than 60 local, Black-owned businesses. Saturday 2–7pm @ The Case Building, 767 Eustic St, St Paul, @theblackmarketmpls
SATURDAY, 3/9 & SUNDAY, 3/10:
Style Society Warehouse Sale: Vintage decor lovers won’t want to miss this warehouse sale presented by vintage shop, event rental house and floral studio, Style Society. The local business is doing some spring cleaning, and you can benefit, in the form of amazing new and vintage rugs, furniture, decor, clothing, wedding decor and more at prices that can't be beat. Saturday 10am–3pm & Sunday 10am–1pm @ 626 Armstrong Ave, St Paul, @stylesociety.shop
Lucy's Colorful Dress Closet 2-Day Sale: Save 15% storewide on new spring arrivals at the dress-focused boutique, which stocks a mix of vintage, modern and imported dresses. Plus, enjoy light refreshments. Saturday 10am–7pm & Sunday 10am–4pm @ 2802 W Broadway, Robbinsdale, @lucyscolorfuldresscloset
MX Apparel + Feral Co Pop-ups: Cake Plus-Size Resale is hosting several different local makers and brands at their shop for a series of one-day popups in the coming month. This Saturday, the shop hosts local gender-neutral fashion brand MX Apparel, which offers custom and plus-size options. Then on Sunday, it hosts Feral Co, which creates “handmade and sometimes unhinged DIY jewelry for feral gremlins of all genders.” Saturday noon–5pm & Sunday noon–3pm @ Cake Plus-Size Resale, 5155 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, @cakeplussize
SUNDAY, 3/10:
Quincy Street Makers Market: Join Minneapolis Craft Market in the heart of Northeast Minneapolis for the Quincy Street Makers Market. The spacious Quincy Hall will host dozens of local makers, plus there will be a coffee and bakery popup from local vendors to keep you fueled for a day of shopping from local artists. Sunday 11am–4pm @ Quincy Hall, 1325 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis, mplscraftmarket.com