This week’s local style and shopping highlights include the annual Gathering of Friends spring vintage and antique market, St. Patrick’s Day makers markets and a spring collection drop at The Golden Pearl Vintage.
The Golden Pearl Vintage drops its spring collection this weekend.
NEW THIS WEEK:
Hackwith Design House Sustain Shop Sale: As local fashion brand Hackwith Design House embarks on our newest journey of paring down their collection to a simpler core collection, they will be saying goodbye to their Sustain Shop, featuring secondhand Hackwith pieces. Save 30% on all Sustain Shop items until it’s gone (but shop early for the best selection); no code needed. Happening now @ hackwithdesignhouse.com
TUESDAY, 3/12:
Spoils of Wear Back Patio Sale: Sustainable fashion boutique Spoils of Wear is hosting a clearance sale on their back patio. Along with its sister shop Leo Footwear and neighboring kids' shops Teeny Bee Boutique and Peregrine Kidswear, they'll be clearing out remaining merch from discontinued brands at deep discounts. Enter at the back of the building (front doors will be locked). Tuesday 10am–5pm @ 1566 Selby Ave, St Paul, @spoilsofwear
Smile Back Vintage Sale: Save 50% storewide at the vintage clothing shop, which specializes in casual tees, button-ups and denim with a masculine vibe, plus a giant $5 pile to dig through. Tuesday 11am–7pm @ Smile Back Vintage, 720 Washington Ave SE, Minneapolis, @smilebackvintage
Water Wave Shop $10 Sale: The vintage streetwear shop is slashing prices to $10 on all clothing and hats, plus 50% off used shoes, 20% off new shoes and a $1 clothing pile. Tuesday noon–6pm @ Water Wave, 1521 Como Ave SE, Minneapolis, @waterwavempls
WEDNESDAY, 3/13:
Oubliette Vintage Weekly Sterling Silver Jewelry Drop: Beginning this week, local vintage sterling silver jewelry seller Oubliette Vintage is doing a vintage sterling drop on their website. Expect unique, bold pieces from the 1970s and earlier. Wednesday at 6pm CST @ shopoubliette.com
WEDNESDAY, 3/13–SUNDAY, 3/17:
FindFurnish Vintage Walls & Smalls Sale: Mid-century modern furnishings store FindFurnish needs to make space so they’re throwing a big sale on vintage art and home decor this weekend. Save 10% to 75% off original prices (with most prices somewhere between 30%–50% off) along with a lot of smaller decor pieces at deep discounts. Wednesday & Thursday 12–5pm, Friday 12–6pm, Saturday 10am–6pm & Sunday noon–5pm @ 2014 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, @findfurnish
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 60% off. Wednesday–Saturday 11am–6pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ Peter's Oldies But Goodies, 1814 Selby Ave, St Paul, @petersantique
THURSDAY, 3/14–SUNDAY, 3/17:
A Gathering of Friends Spring Market: Spruce up your home for the season at this semi-annual market from A Gathering of Friends. The event features antiques, primitives, architectural pieces, pine and oak furniture, cottage decor, vintage wares, accessories, collectibles, pottery, industrial finds and more from 20 juried dealers from across the state—including Wild Things Antiques, Wild Flowers Vintage and Wild Momma’s Vintage—transforming Bachman’s greenhouse into a vintage and antiques market. Thursday & Friday 10am–5:30pm, Saturday 10am–4:30pm, Sunday 11am–3pm @ Bachman's on Lyndale, 6010 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, bachmans.com
Spring + Celtic Flower Arranging with Sip N Bloom: 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. Then on Sunday, celebrate Celtic floral traditions for St. Patrick’s Day at a workshop to create your own custom floral design. Kits range from easy to intermediate and start at $65. Various locations and times; register @ sip-n-bloom.com
FRIDAY, 3/15:
The Golden Pearl Vintage Spring Launch: The Golden Pearl Vintage will be hauling out all of their fresh finds for warmer weather this weekend. You can expect to see all sorts of garments and accessories for all genders, both casual and formal wear, including some amazing designer pieces, spring outerwear, dresses, accessories and jewelry. Shop the collection during their regular business hours on Friday or anytime after. Launches Friday 11am–6pm @ The Golden Pearl Vintage, 507A E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, thegoldenpearlvintage.com
The Clay Pit Fundraiser: Clay studio and maker Cry Baby Clay has sold her business, including her clay studio. The new owners, The Clay Pit, are kicking things off with a soft opening event and fundraiser this weekend. There will be vendors, raffles and prizes, live screen printing and more. It's a great chance to meet the folks behind The Clay Pit and assist the business in meeting funding goals. Friday noon–6pm @ 4141 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, @theclaypitmpls
Reuse MN Mend-It Clinic: Coat missing a button? Side seam come undone on your favorite shirt? Tired of your pants being too long? Zipper not zipping? Knee need a patch? Come to this free Mend-it Clinic presented by Reuse MN. Menders will be on-site to help with your clothing repairs and to teach basic mending skills. Friday 3:30–6:30pm @ Old School Thrift, 1901 Nicollet Ave S, Minneapolis, reusemn.org
Dinosaur Hampton Studio Party: Local clothing maker Dinosaur Hampton is opening up his studio for a party and popup shopping from special guests, painter Emily Quandahl and Nikki Ceramics. Enjoy tunes from DJ Blue Funk while you shop. Friday at 7pm @ 2114 Washington St NE, Minneapolis, @dinosaurhampton
FRIDAY, 3/15–SUNDAY, 3/17:
Antique Mall of Rogers & Antiques 101 Spring Sale: Save 20% from most dealers at the neighboring Rogers antique malls during this storewide sale, plus other surprise deals (some exclusions apply). Friday–Sunday 10am–6pm daily @ 12860 Main St & 12905 Main St, Rogers, @antiquemallofrogers
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
SATURDAY, 3/16:
Mill City Farmers Market: Amidst the Twin Cities’ plethora of farmers markets, Mill City Farmers Market stands out for its idyllic location at the Mill City Museum and its emphasis on building a local, sustainable and organic food economy. A mainstay since 2006, the market takes place indoors the third Saturday of each month through April and features a curated, diverse group of over 50 local farmers, food makers and handcrafted artisans hailing from across the state. Saturday 10am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
New Resident Vendors Debut at Everyday Ejiji: Afro-Latina-owned Minneapolis vintage shop Everyday Ejiji is welcoming two new resident vendors to her storefront. Kodaroe Vintage is a women- and queer-owned shop selling a feminine mix of vintage and handmade clothing and accessories. The other is You Thrifty Bitch, a vintage brand from stylist Madolyn Jin. Grand opening Saturday; shop is open every Saturday & Sunday 11am–5pm @ 4501 S 34th Ave, Minneapolis, @everydayejiji, @kodaroevintage, @youthriftybitch
Twin Cities Record Show: The Twin Cities Record Show pops up this weekend with a half-dozen vendors for its monthly record show. The tables will be full of record albums, 45 RPM records and music memorabilia, plus craft beer and a food truck offerings to enjoy while you shop. Saturday 1–5pm @ Forgotten Star Brewing, 2 Northern Stacks Dr NE, Fridley, facebook.com
Local Maker Pop-ups at Cake: 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 ACAB Cutie, which offers bitchin’ cross-stitch art with a progressive, anti-capitalist vibe. Then on Sunday, it hosts Art by Ashley Parent, who makes a mix of jewelry, resin dishes, cross-stitch art, stickers and more. Saturday noon–5pm & Sunday noon–3pm @ The Music Lab, 5161 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, @cakeplussize
CannaJoyMN Pop-up Makers Market: The local cannabis shop is hosting a group of local artists for a makers market. Check them out, buy their goods and get to know more about their artistic processes. Saturday 2–6pm @ 4753 Chicago Ave S, Minneapolis, @cannajoy_mn
Revival Spring Equinox Celebration: BIPOC-focused video production house and film educator Late Bloomer presents their debut event, a Spring Equinox celebration. It features house, dance and afro beat sounds from DJ Aries Firebomb, tooth gems from Beauty Fair Tina, vintage clothing vendors Izzie Summer and 444denim, film installations, art and photography, and more. Saturday 8–11pm @ Modus Locus Expansion, 3338 University Ave S #220, Minneapolis, $5 @ eventbrite.com
SUNDAY, 3/17:
Odd Market: New Uptown shop Odd Mart hosts their ongoing Odd Market this weekend with unique goods from local artists and makers as well as zines, prints and vintage goods. The shop sells a mix of comics, specialty gum, tees, posters, art and vintage home goods and decor. Sunday noon–4pm @ Odd Mart, 2520 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, @oddmartmn
Market Collective MN St. Patrick’s Day Market: The maker collective pops up at with a group of 12 local makers. Find handmade items like jewelry, crystals, prints, cards, crocheted goods, collage art more—and sip craft beer and enjoy live music while you shop. Sunday 2–7pm @ Utepils Brewing, 505 N 3rd St, Minneapolis, @marketcollectivemn
ArtJuice St. Patrick's Day Market: Local artist ArtJuice presents a makers market featuring 16 local makers offering goods like art, stickers, succulents, jewelry, wearable art, candles, bags and wallets. Plus, live music from Dylan Wylde and craft beer. Saturday 3–8pm @ Urban Growler Brewing, 225 Thomas Ave N, Minneapolis, @artjuice_
UPCOMING:
The Condom Couture Studio Tour with the Upcycler: Come see (and touch) the Condom Couture designs from this year’s Planned Parenthood “Ready or Hot” fashion fundraiser up close and personal with this interactive studio tour. Tour the studio, hear about what went into making a line of garments out of condoms, get an up-close look at the upcycled loom that Kristen McCoy (aka the Upcycler) built for the woven bomber jacket, get a peek at the other condom experiments and shop her other upcycled designs. To keep this studio tour more intimate, she is limiting this event to 25 attendees and offering "pay what you can" price options. All sales go towards helping RETHINK keep the lights on. Friday, 3/22, 7–9pm @ RETHINK Tailoring, 3449 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $10–$40 @ eventbrite.com
Luxe Streetwear: An Enchanting Rubik's Cube Inspired Fashion Show Fundraiser: Local fashion designer Keiona Cook of Qe’bella Couture returns with her semi-annual fashion show benefiting her nonprofit, Lovely’s Sewing. This spring’s theme is “Rubik’s Cube,” so expect bright, bold colors and graphic patterns. Features fashion designers include Qe'Bella Couture, WetbyBre, Nashipai, Corazon Clothing, FlavorWorld and Jimi Vudu, plus a segment featuring kids' designs from Lovely's Sewing and DeLasalle high schoolers. Wednesday, 4/3 from 6–9pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis. Tickets $35–$115 @ eventbrite.com
The International Hmong Fashion Show: St. Paul–based Hmong cultural organization CHAT is bringing a group of Hmong fashion designers from Laos, Thailand and Vietnam in town to showcase their work. Before the show, find beautiful Hmong-inspired arts and craft outside of the main hall in the lobby. Bonus: You can buy most of the outfits showcased on the runway after the show. Saturday, 4/13, 6:30–10:30pm, marketplace beginning at 4:30pm @ North End Event Center, Minnesota State Fairgrounds, Falcon Heights. Tickets $60+ @ tickettailor.com
Native Nations Fashion Night: The annual Native Nations Fashion Night is back with a showcase of the beauty and creativity of Native American fashion. Designers include Rebecca Mousseau, Christy Ruby and show producer Delina White (Anishinaabe). Thursday, 4/25, 5–10pm @ Quincy Hall, 1325 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis. Tickets start at $50 @ eventbrite.com