The Shopping List MSP: 2/12–2/16

February 9, 2020

Find the best in local, sustainable, vintage and secondhand shopping this weekend in the Twin Cities. This week, it’s all about Galentine’s Day shopping on Thursday, plus more makers markets through the weekend.

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Norwegian fashion & textile house Oleana’s retrospective opens this weekend at Norway House

WEDNESDAY:

The Golden Pearl Vintage Online Shop Launch: I usually devote this space to brick-and-mortar, IRL local shopping, but I’m making an exception for The Golden Pearl Vintage’s online shop launch. Why? Because it’s kind of a big deal. The shop will be dropping its new spring collection that’s been stored up over the past 5+ months, and you’re guaranteed to find some truly special pieces. Get a first look on Wednesday online thegoldenpearlvintage.com before the pieces hits the sales floor later this weekend.

THURSDAY:

Made by Hands Mini Market: Pick up something unique and locally made for your sweetie, BFF or anyone else you <3 at this mini Valentine’s makers market. Peruse goods from Fair Anita, Ahha Co, Paige Hanenburg, Janna Brom Palkowski and Kate Winkel, plus enjoy eats from Gastrotruck and wintery craft brews. Thursday 4–10pm @ Bauhaus Brew Labs, 1315 Tyler St NE, Mpls

Larissa Loden Jewelry Galentine's Day Sale: Join local jewelry maker Larissa Loden in the studio for a night of sweet deals, frozé, treats and door prizes. Not in the Minneapolis area? Shop online at larissaloden.com until midnight for special deals. Thursday 4–8pm @ Northrup King Building #265, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls

Stephanie Lake Designs Trunk Show: Join Stephanie Lake Design for a night of shopping and cozy good times. Shop the designer’s latest collection of decadent, one-of-a-kind jewelry creations against the historic, Nordic-inpsired backdrop of the Hewing Hotel’s Library Lounge, sit for a portrait by Claire Ward and enjoy cocktails for purchase. Afterward, head upstairs for the Hewing’s rooftop soiree. Free, RSVP requested at facebook.com. Thursday 5–8pm @ Hewing Hotel, 300 N Washington Ave, Mpls

Galentine’s Day Sip & Shop + Free Yoga: Grab your bestie or pet and head to the A-Mill Artists Lofts for an evening of shopping from more than a dozen local vendors including Create Laser Arts, Siena Soap Company, Third Daughter Restless Daughter, Jac & Violet and Meraki Handmade Decor, plus enjoy free bubbly, treats, hourly giveaways and a free yoga class at 8pm (bring your own mat). Thursday 5–9pm @ A-Mill Artist Lofts, 315 SE Main St, Mpls

BAR LULA: It may be cold outside, but one of my favorite vintage clothing shops, Lula Vintage Wear, is warming things up indoors with a happy hour shopping event featuring new spring arrivals. For the uniniated, Lula has been at the vintage game for more than 20 years, selling a mix of women's and menswear spanning the decades (at great prices, I might add). Thursday 5:30–7:30pm @ Lula Vintage Wear, 1587 Selby Ave, St. Paul

Galentine’s Day with HandsOn Twin Cites: Sarah Edwards is joining forces with HandsOn Twin Cities for an evening of Galentine fun at lululemon’s new Mall of America experential store. Enjoy drinks from Prairie Organic, treats from Baking Betty’s, mini makeovers from Sigma Beauty, chair massages and more. Plus, take part in a volunteer activity creating hygiene kits for women facing homelessness. $20 per person (or $70 for 4-pack of tickets) at eventbrite.com. Thursday 6–8pm @ lululemon Mall of America, 116 West Market, Bloomington

Be My Pawentine: Treat yourself and your pup to the ultimate doggie date night at the Canopy hotel. Shop locally made dog goods from a handful of makers, make DIY doggy Valentine’s, enjoy Prairie Organic cocktails and treats, and take part in a best dressed contest with your pet to receive a free night stay at the hotel. The event is free, but donations for Ruff Start Rescue will be accepted. RSVP at eventbrite.com. Thursday 6–8pm @ Canopy Minneapolis Mill District, 708 3rd St S, Mpls

THURSDAY–SATURDAY:

Oleana: Casting On for a New Generation Opening Reception & Pop-Up Shop: Norwegian wool textiles and patterned knitwear designs from the history of the distinguished Norwegian textile factory will be on display as part of this exhibition, from its beginnings to its most recent designs. Enjoy a Gallery Talk with Gerda (Oleana CEO & owner, Gerda Sørhus Fuglerud) on Friday at 2pm & Saturday at 11am. You can also shop a pop-up store in the gallery on select days from the brand's AW19 and SS20 seasons, including this Friday and Saturday from 10am–4pm. Entry is included with admission. Opening reception: Thursday 6–8pm (6:30pm presentation); on view daily from Friday–April 15 @ Norway House, 913 E Franklin Ave, Mpls, www.norwayhouse.org

FRIDAY & SATURDAY:

MartinPatrick3 Ice Bar: Throw on your best vintage fur (or faux fur) coat and hat, and head to MartinPatrick3’s ice bar to make the most of winter in style. Hosted in the adjacent alley from the North Loop menswear and design store with craft cocktails from Hewing Hotel. Friday & Saturday 5–10pm @ MartinPatrick3 (alley), 212 3rd Ave N, Mpls

SATURDAY:

Mill City Farmers Indoor Winter Market: This bi-weekly indoor market features more than 40 local farmers, food makers and artisans. This week’s artist market includes Alana Cuellar Clay, Aprilierre jewelry, Crankosaurus Press, Fringe & Fettle Ceramics, Onkkafirte handcrafted Lazy Susans, Radiate Activewear, The Abbey Alpacas alpaca goods and Vikse Designs jewelry. Saturday 10am–1pm @ 704 S 2nd St, Mpls

HWMR's Black History Month Blowout Sale: In honor of Black History Month, Northside brand & store HWMR is hosting a blowout sale to make way for spring. The first 20 shoppers will receive a free BE the Change Beanie, and everyone can save up to 40% off the entire store. Quantities are super limited ... so come early. Saturday noon–5pm @ HWMR, 1500 44th Ave N, Mpls

Hmong Nouveau Fashion Show: New St. Paul-based lifestyle magazine, Hmong Nouveau, is dedicated to celebrating the fashion, culture and people of the vibrant local Hmong community. They’re launching their brand with a fashion show and party with live music, food and more featuring all-Hmong talent. Dress to impress. Tickets are $45 GA & $80 VIP at tickettailor.com. Saturday at 4pm @ Union Depot, 214 4th St E, St Paul

Amplified: UMN College of Design Senior Fashion Show: The University of Minnesota’s annual student fashion show is a must-see for anyone interested in seeing emerging fashion talent in the Twin Cities. This year’s collections are pushing the boundaries of traditional fashion through a mix of plus-size, gender-neutral, sustainable clothing lines, modest formalwear, colorful street style and theatrical costume play. Designs explore social responsibility, gender fluidity, military formalwear, virtual reality, modern cultural expressions and more. Tickets are $10–$52 at z.umn.edu/Amplified2020. Saturday 5:30 & 8 pm (2 shows - 8pm almost sold out!) @ Rapson Hall, 89 Church St SE, Mpls

SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

Stranger & Co. Sweetheart Markets: Stranger & Co. is a small, woman-owned online shop based in the Twin Cities that’s focused on making high-quality design accessible and fairly priced, with goods from artists and designers who are women, people of color, LGBTQ+ and immigrants. The shop will be popping up this weekend with their selection of goods with a handful of other local makers for Valentine’s gift shopping, including Ital Vibrations and Crybaby Clay on Saturday, Sandwich Ceramics and Kristina Johnson on Sunday, and Jac & Violet both days. Saturday & Sunday noon–5pm @ Waiting Room, 275 E 4th St #707, St Paul

SUNDAY:

Minneapolis Vintage Market: This monthly market is always a can’t-miss event for vintage fans. It gathers together dozens of the best local vintage clothing vendors for a smorgasbord of one-of-a-kind fashion through the decades, at a new location each month. This month, they’re at Machine Shop with vendors including My Sisters' Closet, The Golden Pearl Vintage and Glam Diggers Vintage, plus DJ sets and vinyl from SolSta Records, eats from Dulceria Bakery, coffee, Bloody Marys and mimosas. Pro tip: Snag an early-bird ticket for first dibs and the chance to shop before the crowds. Get early-bird tickets at mplsvintagemarket.com. Sunday 11am–noon early-bird ($10), noon–5pm (free) @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Mpls

The Shopping List MSP: 2/6–2/9

February 6, 2020

Find the best in local, sustainable, vintage and secondhand shopping this weekend in the Twin Cities. Top picks include the Shop Sarah Edwards’s Closet Sale on Sunday (I’ll be there with a rack of vintage) along with a slew of other local fashionistas and retailers, sample sales from Neal Jewelry and Indigo & Snow, and tons of maker’s markets in time for Valentine’s Day gift shopping.

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Artist Ashley Mary wears AudreyRose Vintage look. Photo: @tysoncrockettphoto

THURSDAY:

First Thursdays @ AudreyRose Vintage: As part of First Thursdays at the Northrup King Building, vintage shop AudreyRose Vintage is hosting an evening of photographic vintage fun. She’ll be joined by stylist Abby Kordosky and photographer Anna Powell, who’ll style and shoot attendees in vintage garb, photobooth-style. Come join in on the fun along with sips and shopping, and check out other open studios while you’re at it. Thursday 5–9pm @ Northrup King #238, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls

Curiosity Studio Open Studio Making Night: Get your creative juices flowing with this open studio night with Curiosity Studio at part of Northrup King First Thursdays. Founded by local creatives Ashley Mary (best known for her abstract, color-drenched murals) and Lauren Callis of An Upcycled Closet, Curiosity Studio is “a creative learning studio for adults exploring art as it relates to our whole selves.” Stop in and create collage art that you can take home—no experience or RSVP necessary. 18+, $5 suggested donation. Thursday 5–9pm @ Northrup King #247, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls

A Night to Kill Kancer: Art of Prevention + MartinPatrick3 Ice Bar Grand Opening: Celebrate the debut of the 2020 cancer prevention graphic posters series from Kill Kancer, hosted by local menswear and design boutique, MartinPatrick3. Pick up a limited-edition print, proceeds of which benefit the cancer prevention nonprofit. The night doubles as the kickoff of the MartinPatrick3 Ice Bar, which takes place in the adjacent alley with cocktails from Hewing Hotel. The ice bar runs this Thursday through Saturday plus Friday, 2/14 and Saturday, 2/15 from 5–10pm nightly. Thursday 5–9pm @ MartinPatrick3, 212 3rd Ave N, Mpls

FRIDAY:

Elixery's Friday Afternoon Club: Head to the Northeast laboratory of vegan lipstick brand, Elixery, for an evening of lipstick making. The first Friday of the month, they pour wine and a different lipstick shade each month, which you can take home with you at a nice discount. Friday 5–7pm @ Elixery, 2010 E Hennepin Ave, Mpls

SATURDAY:

Self-Love Saturday: Grab your gals and head over to Gem Salon + Spa for a night of self love. Shop jewelry from local maker ILO Studio and chocolates from Cosmic Cacao, get a tarot reading from Bruja Deena Selene, and pick some blooms from Ergo Floral's stem bar to build your own bouquet while sipping on some wine. In honor of self-love, the salon and spa is offering $20 off facials during the event and handing out scratch cards for up to 30% off products. Saturday 9am–4pm @ Gem Salon + Spa, 526 Selby Ave, St. Paul

3411 Vintage Pop-up: Size-inclusive vintage is hard to come by. That’s what inspired two Twin Cities sisters, Amy and Chelsea, to start their own business selling vintage clothing in a wide range of sizes, for every gender expression. You can shop the collection in person when they pop up at the woman-owned Twin Spirits Distillery for a one-day event. Saturday 10am–4pm @ Twin Spirits Distillery, 2931 Central Ave NE, Mpls

Fair Anita Galentine’s Day Sample Sale & Spring Product Launch: Head to The Coven's new St. Paul space for a pop-up from Minnesota-based fair-trade brand, Fair Anita. Find great deals on past samples, plus get a first chance to shop the new spring collection ethically made by women from around the world. Saturday 10am–1pm @ The Coven, 165 Western Ave N #8, St. Paul

American Heart Association Go Red for Health Fashion Show: Celebrate American Heart Month and the Go Red for Women campaign with this annual fashion show featuring red-hued designs by students designers, modeled by survivors of heart disease. The show is part of a larger Go Red Health Expo, which includes CPR training, health info and dance performances. Free. Saturday 11am–3pm @ TCF Rotunda, Northeast Court, Mall of America

Support Local Hustle: BIPOC Pop-Up: #SupportLocalHustle pop-ups are an opportunity to support local BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) artists, bakers, creatives and makers. Vendors will be selling their art, baked goods, jewelry and more, priced mostly from $1 to $30 (cash only). This event is free to enter (donations are accepted), and open to all who would like to contribute to a respectful space explicitly against sexism, transphobia and racism. Saturday 11am–4pm @ Squirrel Haus Arts, 3450 Snelling Ave, Mpls

Galentine's Day at Arlee Park: Grab your gals for an afternoon of local shopping and tarot readings. Shop Arlee Park's curated assortment of home goods and wearables, plus vintage threads from Tandem Vintage, art by Bekah Worley Co and readings from Big Mouth Tarot, plus donuts and coffee from Sleepy V's. Saturday noon–5pm @ Arlee Park, 3000 E 50th St, Mpls

Neal Jewelry + Indigo & Snow Sample Sales at Casket Arts: Head to the Casket Arts Building in Northeast to shop handmade jewelry, textiles, art and more by the resident artists. Highlights include the annual sample sale from Neal Jewelry, including slightly imperfect designs, discontinued pieces, samples, one-of-a-kinds and discounts on current collections. She'll also have a selection of vintage jewelry for sale (#318). Indigo & Snow will also be having a sample sale featuring Sumi ink art samples, mono-prints and textile experiments, plus her current collection of foraged naturally dyed wool gauze scarves will be on sale (#215). Plus, make a stamped best-friend necklace for $10 at Everthine Jewelry (#202). Saturday noon–4pm @ Casket Arts Building, 681 17th Ave NE, Mpls

Marisa Martinez Jewelry Trunk Show: Local shop The Fitting Room hosts local designer Marisa Martinez for a jewelry trunk show featuring her new spring collection. In her work Marisa plays off her rich indigenous cultural heritage to create collages of personal adornment using semi precious stones, glass, silver, gold, as well as other metals. Shop the collection, meet the designer. Saturday noon–3pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

Stranger & Co. Sweetheart Markets: Stranger & Co. is a small, woman-owned online shop based in the Twin Cities that’s focused on making high-quality design accessible and fairly priced, with goods from artists and designers who are women, people of color, LGBTQ+ and immigrants. The shop will be popping up at the new Waiting Room gallery space in St. Paul for the next two weeks with their selection of goods, and over the next two weekends, they’ll also host a handful of other local makers for Valentine’s gift shopping, including Ital Vibrations and Crybaby Clay this Saturday; Forrest Wasko and Artifactx Vintage on Sunday, and Nice Nice Ceramics and Runi Clay Studio both days. Saturday & Sunday noon–5pm plus 2/15 & 2/16 @ Waiting Room, 275 E 4th St #707, St Paul

NSOD "Nouvo" Collection Drop Pop-up Store: Shop the just-dropped "Nouvo" winter 2020 collection from Minneapolis streetwear brand, NSOD Clothing, at a two-day pop-up shop this weekend. The new, unisex collection features puffer coats with patchwork-inspired graphics, letterman-style jackets with leather sleeves and hoodie-jogger sets, accented with bright pops of orange and yellow. Preview the collection at www.nsodclothing.com, where it will be available to shop beginning Monday. Saturday & Sunday noon–8pm @ 3109 E 42nd St, Mpls

SUNDAY:

Shop Sarah Edwards’s Closet & Friends: Local clotheshorses are cleaning out their closets, and you're invited to shop their chic cast-offs. Join Sarah Edwards, stylist Ethelind Belle, artist Caitlin Karolczak (a vintage dealer in her off-time), Rose & Bull (the stylist duo behind last fall's epic Fashion Week MN vintage runway show) and yours truly for racks of vintage fashion, designer resale and handmade goods at discounted prices. A handful of local shops like June, Queenie & Pearl and Filigree Jewelers, will be there, too, plus local makers Jac & Violet and Karen Morris Millinery. Free, RSVP at eventbrite.com. Sunday 11am–2pm @ Luther Jaguar Land Rover Minneapolis, 8905 Wayzata Blvd, Golden Valley

Valentine’s Arctic Market: Head to the Lakes & Legends Brewery for an afternoon of Valentine's gift shopping from more than two dozen local makers curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. Products span apothecary, fair-trade jewelry, ceramics, jewelry, stationery and more from names like A MANO, TyAnn Zeal Designs, Burn Boss and MEND Jewelry. Sunday noon–5pm @ Lakes & Legends Brewing Company, 1368 LaSalle Ave, Mpls

Horribly Strange Femme-Uary Maker's Fair: Celebrate Women in Horror Month with this pop-up maker's market put on by the Haunted Basement and A Conspiracy of Strange Girls, featuring dozens of women, femme-identifying and non-binary artists and their strange, delightful creations. Sunday 11am–6pm @ Haunted Basement (old Herberger's), Rosedale Center

The Shopping List MSP: 1/29–2/2

January 28, 2020

Find the best in local, sustainable, vintage and secondhand shopping this weekend in the Twin Cities. Read on for details, including a sale at one of my favorite vintage haunts (The Golden Pearl Vintage) and a sample sale from local designer Tessa Louise.

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SAVE THE DATES: I’m thrilled to be participating in the annual Planned Parenthood MN benefit fashion show, Ready or Hot, as a guest runway model, wearing an original condom couture by local designer Joy Teiken of Joynoelle! I am 100% behind Planned Parenthood’s mission to provide vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of people worldwide, so your ticket is going to a great cause. As always, the show will be styled by the singular Grant Whittaker with hair by Denny Kemp Salon and will feature looks from other local retailers and designers. The takes place on February 20 at the International Market Square. Get tickets here.

I’m also participating in the Shop Sarah Edwards’s Closet Sale taking place on February 8 at Luther Jaguar Land Rover Minneapolis, along with a slew of other local fashion fanatics and retailers. Expect major deals, one-of-a-kind vintage and steeply discounted designer goods. Get more details here.

Local designer Tessa Louise hosts a studio sale this weekend.

WEDNESDAY–SUNDAY:

The Golden Pearl Vintage Winter Sale: The Minneapolis vintage store is clearing out its winter garb for the season to make way for spring with a big sale. Save 30% on coats, fur and wool—which currently comprises at least one third of the store—including wool dresses, suits, skirts and pants for men and women. Wednesday & Thursday 11am–6pm, Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday 11am–7pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ The Golden Pearl Vintage, 507 E Hennepin Ave, Mpls

ENDS FRIDAY:

ModMaud Vintage Winter Sale: Save 25% on all vintage from the local vintage vendor. Ends 1/31 @ etsy.com/shop/modmaudvintage

Still Kickin Semi-Annual Sale: Local nonprofit Still Kickin is cleaning out its warehouse to make room for new merch, so they’re hosting a big sale in their online shop. Get discounts of up to 75% off more than 30 Still Kickin & Joyful Kid items. These deals only come twice a year, so shop now. Ends 1/31 @ stillkickin.co

SATURDAY:

Visible Mending Class: Join Lauren Callis of resale vendor An Upcycled Closet for a workshop to encourage the elimination of textile waste and add something special to your favorite garment. The $40 fee for this introductory class includes a mending kit and take-home instructions. You’ll learn how to patch, reinforce and create an original look during this workshop; bring a garment you want to work on during the class. Saturday 10:30am–12:30pm @ Egg|Plant Urban Farm Supply, 1771 Selby Ave, St Paul

Winsome Goods Studio Supply Sale: Get ready for some new projects to get you through the winter with Winsome Goods’ second annual studio supply sale. It promises to be the biggest yet, with even more fabric, notions and tools ready for a new life. While you’re there, you can also shop the sustainable fashion maker’s garments made from natural fabrics, as well as her new zero-waste collection of accessories and rugs. Saturday 11am–5pm @ Winsome Goods, 201 6th St SE #2, Mpls

Go Vintage Grand Reopening: Celebrate the longtime vintage store’s new location in the West 7th neighborhood of St. Paul. Check out the new space and all the latest vintage threads for men and women, plus enjoy food and drinks while you shop. Saturday noon–6:30pm @ Go Vintage, 955 W 7th St, St Paul

Milana Stile Jewelry Pop-up: See and shop a new, specially curated collection of statement jewelry from Paris and Florence from the locally based brand, plus a limited-edition selection of men's jewelry. Saturday noon–5pm @ Local Motion, 2813 Hennepin Ave S, Mpls

Vikse Designs Jewelry Trunk Show: Shop the new resort and pre-spring collections by local jewelry designer Jeannie Trelles of Vikse Designs. The one-of-a-kind pieces are made from natural materials, like semi-precious stones, sterling silver, gold, leather and feathers—perfect accessories for spring break getaways and warmer weather ahead. Saturday noon–3pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

“A Traditional Perspective in a Modern World” Fashion Show & Artist Market: Bemidji’s Northwest Indian Community Development Center hosts a free fashion show and artist market in Bemidji showcasing the stunning fiber artistry and jewelry designs of IamAnishinaabe by local fashion designer and 2019 Anishinaabe Arts Initiative Fellow, Delina White, a member of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe. Her designs take inspiration from traditional Native America techniques and designs. Current and previous AAI Fellows will also have artwork on display and for purchase. Saturday 4–8pm @ 1819 Bemiji Ave N, Bemidji, Iamanishinaabe.com

ENDS SATURDAY:

Idun Final Winter Sale Markdowns: Save an extra 20% on sale items this week only, in store online with code EXTRA20 at checkout. Ends Saturday 1/1 @ Idun, 495 Selby Ave, St Paul & shopidun.com

BEGINNING SATURDAY:

La Bratique Bra Drive: Spring cleaning season is nearly upon us—get a head start and clean out your closet for a good cause this month. The Minnesota bra-fit stylists of La Bratique are hosting a bra collection drive to support Tubman’s Harriet Closet through the month of February. Donation sites for bras include La Bratique (4420 Valley View Rd #404, Edina), Flirt Boutique (177 Snelling Ave, St Paul) and Underneath It All (7942 Mitchell Rd, Eden Prairie), plus you can donate bras, clothing and accessories at The Riveter (4388 France Ave S, Mpls). The drive will be followed by a fit event to assist Tubman’s clients with bra fittings at no cost. Ends Feb 29

SUNDAY:

Tessa Louise Winter Blowout Sale: Local designer Tessa Louise is hosting a major clearance sale at her Northeast studio, marking everything 20–50% off. Her dynamic, easy-to-wear women’s wear is designed to be worn in multiple ways, giving you more looks for the price of one. She’ll be joined by guest artist J.Lux Jewelry, who’ll also have marked-down items for sale. Sunday noon–4pm @ Northrup King Building #375, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls

ENDS SUNDAY:

My Sisters’ Closet Semi-Annual Sale: One of the best sales of the year is the twice-yearly sale from My Sisters’ Closet in Uptown. Shop a mix of unique vintage and name-brand clothing and accessories for women, marked a whopping 50% off storewide as the store makes way for spring. Ends 1/31 @ My Sisters’ Closet, 2741 Hennepin Ave, Mpls

ONGOING:

Willa June Remodeling Sale: Save 30% storewide on regular-priced styles plus an additional 50% off already-marked-down styles. Ends Saturday @ Willa June Apparel + Home, 7940 Victoria Dr, Victoria

Tandem Vintage Winter Sale: Hot off a refurnish of the FindFurnish storefront, vendor Tandem Vintage has freshly marked down almost everything in her shop to make room for new spring arrivals. Now @ FindFurnish, 13 5th St NE, Mpls

Winter Markdowns at PARC: Save 30–70% on fall and winter apparel and accessories from the North Loop women’s boutique, in store and online. Now @ PARC, 212 2nd St N #102, Mpls & parcboutique.com

Wellfair Bags 50% off Sale: Save 50% on all bags by the local brand as it clears out its inventory to make way for 2020 designs. Now @ wellfairbags.com

The Shopping List MSP: 1/22–1/26

January 21, 2020

This week in local style, get your body and curiosity working with Curiosity Studio, learn some new skills with Winsome Goods’ visible mending workshop, check out a spring preview from local designer Scott J. Lehmann, and more, plus local sales galore.

Ashley Mary & Lauren Callis Erickson of Curiosity Studio. Photo: Graham Tolbert

WEDNESDAY:

Lululemon x Curiosity Studio: art(Making) + Movement: Get your body moving and your creative juices flowing with this workshop that combines art making and movement from Curiosity Studio. Founded by local creatives Ashley Mary (best known for her abstract, color-drenched murals) and Lauren Callis Erickson (the woman behind upcycled clothing vendor An Upcycled Closet), Curiosity Studio is “a creative learning studio for adults exploring art as it relates to our whole selves.” They’re taking over the brand-new Lululemon experiential space at the Mall of America to help you reconnect with your body using movement and motion in the art-making process. Tickets $25 at eventbrite.com. Wednesday 6:30–8:30pm @ Lululemon Mall of America, 116 W Market St, Bloomington

Joseph Ribkoff Spring Trunk Show: St. Paul’s Scarborough Fair offers a first look at the new spring collection from Canadian women’s wear designer Joseph Ribkoff. Place orders, shop the collection and enjoy hors d’oeuvres and beverages. Wednesday 4–8pm @ Scarborough Fair, 2238 Carter Ave, St Paul

THURSDAY:

Sewing Sustainably: Produce Bags with An Upcycled Closet: Start the new year off more sustainably with this workshop led by secondhand clothing seller, Lauren Callis of An Upcycled Closet. You'll create reusable produce bags out of provided sustainably sourced and secondhand materials, and learn skills you can take with you to live more sustainably. $30/$25 co-op owners at Eventbrite. Thursday 6:30–8:30pm @ Seward Co-op, 2823 E Franklin Ave, Mpls

SATURDAY:

Scott J Lehmann Resort + Spring Preview Party: Head to The Fitting Room for a trunk show and preview party featuring the resort and spring collections of local designer Scott J. Lehmann. The local designer is known for his architectural, gender-neutral designs, as seen on the runway during Fashion Week MN. While you’re there, be sure to check out the store’s current selection of pre-spring designs by its all-local roster of clothing and accessories designers. Saturday noon–3pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

AudreyRose Vintage Celebrates a Decade: As part of the monthly Northrup King Nights open studio event, AudreyRose Vintage celebrates ten years of business with an in-studio party. Save 30% storewide, plus enjoy bubbles and community with other vintage fashion lovers. Saturday noon–9pm @ Northrup King Building #238, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls

MBMB Annual Clearance Sale: While you’re at the Northrup King, head a few doors down for the annual clearance sale from local maker Michelle Brusegaard of MBMB. Bins of items will be filled with deeply discounted t-shirts, sweatshirts, tanks, dish towels, banners, totes, art prints, stationery and more—including seconds, discounted items and samples. Saturday noon–9pm @ Northrup King Building #246, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls

SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

Sewing classes at Winsome Goods: The new year is a good time to learn a new skill, or brush up ones that are a bit rusty. Local clothing label Winsome Goods is hosting a series of sewing workshops over the the coming months, including ones geared toward sustainability efforts. Saturday’s beginner-level visible Visible Mending class (1–5pm, $40) is great for bringing items in disrepair back into rotation, while Sunday’s Seams, Hems and Finishes class ($100) is ideal for those who’d like to further their sewing skills.

ONGOING:

Mille Winter Sale: Ends soon! Save 50% on orders over $250. Use Hello50off at checkout @ shopmille.com or in store at 4760 Grand Ave S, Mpls

Winter Clearance at Covered: Save 20–90% on fall and winter collections at the Uptown women’s boutique, including jeans, boots, outerwear and sweaters. Plus, for every two sale items you buy, save 20% on one new arrival of your choice. Now @ Covered, 1201 Lagoon Ave, Mpls

Warehouse Sale at Roe Wolfe: The store is clearing out its backroom for a warehouse sale featuring tops, dresses, sweaters and more from past seasons priced at $5–$20. Now @ Roe Wolfe, 3175 Galleria, Edina

ModMaud Vintage Winter Sale: Save 25% on all vintage from the local vintage vendor. Ends 1/31 @ etsy.com/shop/modmaudvintage

Combine Winter + Fall Sale: To make room for new goods, save 40% on all fall and winter clothing and accessories for women and men, plus home goods. Now @ Combine, 1609 W Lake St, Mpls

MartinPatrick3 Final Markdowns: Just announced: Save 40% on fall and winter collections from the men’s retailers—final sale. Now @ MartinPatrick3, 212 3rd Ave N #106, Mpls

Wellfair Bags 50% off Sale: Save 50% on all bags by the local brand as it clears out its inventory to make way for 2020 designs. Now @ wellfairbags.com

The Shopping List MSP: 1/15–1/20

January 14, 2020

This week, I’m spotlighting local sales and shopping events with an emphasis on vintage and secondhand, sustainable fashion and small businesses.

Note: “A Traditional Perspective in a Modern World” Fashion Show & Artist Market has been postponed to February 1 due to expected inclement weather.

Grethen House hosts its big 70% off semi-annual sale this weekend at its 50th & France location.

WEDNESDAY–SATURDAY:

Z Amore Store Closing Blowout Sale: The Northeast vintage store is shuttering this weekend after one last big sale. I personally checked out the sale last weekend, and there’s still several racks packed with great fashion finds spanning the decades plus some housewares, all priced at 50–75% off everything (with most prices around $5–$15). Following the sale, look for the vintage seller to pop up at local markets and online with the same great vintage. Wednesday–Friday 11am–5pm & Saturday 10am–4pm @ Z Amore, 3303 Central Ave NE, Mpls

THURSDAY:

The Violet Hour Launch Party: Celebrate the debut of The Violet Hour, a new lifestyle blog by local writer Kara Nesvig, at this party hosted by designer resale boutique, June. The blog highlights vintage clothing care and sustainability tips, among a variety of other topics around guilty pleasures, high glamour and low culture. Sip violet cocktails, shop a pop-up from On the Shelf Jewelry, enjoy a beauty moment with Maritza from HAUS Salon (7–8pm only), shop June’s beautifully curated selection of designer resale and make connections. In another nod to reuse and sustainability, attendees are asked to bring unused, unopened beauty and grooming products to donate to local homeless shelters. Can’t make it? Donation collection continue through January. Thursday 6–9pm @ June, 3406 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls

Third Thursday: Made in Minnesota: The Minneapolis Institute of Art is partnering with Make MN Magazine for this month’s edition of Third Thursday, celebrating the magazine’s latest issue and welcoming local makers and artists for live demos throughout the museum. Take in screen printing with Laura Brown, woodblock printing with Women’s Woodshop, weaving demos from Maggie Thompson of Makwa Studio, live music from Douala Soul Collective and more. Thursday 6–9pm @ Mia, 2400 3rd Ave S, Mpls

FRIDAY–SUNDAY:

Grethen House 70% off Sale: It’s the women’s designer boutique’s biggest sale of the season. Save 70% on all fall and winter collections in store this weekend at the 50th & France location only. Sale begins online on Saturday. Friday–Sunday @ Grethen House 50th & France, 4930 France Ave S, Edina, grethenhouse.com

SATURDAY:

Mill City Farmers Indoor Winter Market: This bi-weekly indoor market features more than 40 local farmers, food makers and artisans. This week’s lineup includes bag maker Maat Mons, jewelry from Vikse Designs and Aprilierre, and alpaca goods from The Abbey Alpacas. Saturday 10am–1pm @ 704 S 2nd St, Mpls

SUNDAY:

Minneapolis Vintage Market: This monthly market is always a can’t-miss event for vintage fans. It gathers together dozens of the best local vintage clothing vendors for a smorgasbord of one-of-a-kind fashion through the decades, at a new location each month. This month, they’re at Fulton’s production brewery in Northeast, so you can enjoy your shopping with a side of craft beer (or a hot beverage from SK Coffee). Pro tip: Snag an early-bird ticket for first dibs and the chance to shop before the crowds. Sunday 11am–noon early-bird ($10), noon–5pm (free) @ Fulton Beer Production Brewery, 2540 2nd St NE, Mpls Get early-bird tickets at mplsvintagemarket.com

-ING: A Night for Creators: This recurring event Studio Apparatus kicks off with a night of networking, creating, collaborations and performance from local creatives. It features live music, an open mic, a poetry release book and collaborative photo shoots, plus shopping from vintage seller Sunday Studio and live embroidery and goods for sale by Dinosaur Hampton. $5 at the door. Sunday 7–10pm @ Studio Apparatus, 106 W Water St, St Paul

ENDS THURSDAY:

Water on Water Closing Sale: The locally owned gift store is downsizing from its location on Excelsior’s Water Street with a progressive closeout sale. Save 60% on Wednesday and 70% on Thursday. Also be sure to check out the retailer’s new website, nessasander.com, for a curated selection of stationery, jewelry and candles. Ends 1/16 @ Water on Water, 40 Water Set, Excelsior

ENDS SUNDAY:

Queenie & Pearl Clear the Rack Sale: The retro, rock ‘n roll women’s fashion boutique is clearing out past seasons’ goods and recent fall markdowns with a weekend sale. With racks of items priced at $5 to $25, it’s the store’s biggest sale yet. Thursday-Sunday @ Queenie & Pearl, 5014 Xerxes Ave S, Mpls

BEGINNING MONDAY:

My Sisters’ Closet Semi-Annual Sale: One of the best sales of the year is the twice-yearly sale from My Sisters’ Closet in Uptown. Shop a mix of unique vintage and name-brand clothing and accessories for women, marked a whopping 50% off storewide as the store makes way for spring. Sale starts Monday, 1/20 @ My Sisters’ Closet, 2741 Hennepin Ave, Mpls

ONGOING:

ModMaud Vintage Winter Sale: Save 25% on all vintage from the local vintage vendor. Ends 1/31 @ etsy.com/shop/modmaudvintage

Frank Murphy Red Tag Sale: Take an additional 30% off mark-down fall and winter merchandise from the heritage women’s fashion boutique. Ends Saturday @ Frank Murphy 4750 Highway 61 N, White Bear Lake

Combine Winter + Fall Sale: To make room for new goods, save 40% on all fall and winter clothing and accessories for women and men, plus home goods. Now @ Combine, 1609 W Lake St, Mpls

MartinPatrick3 Final Markdowns: Just announced: Save 40% on fall and winter collections from the men’s retailers—final sale. Now @ MartinPatrick3, 212 3rd Ave N #106, Mpls

Wellfair Bags 50% off Sale: Save 50% on all bags by the local brand as it clears out its inventory to make way for 2020 designs. Now @ wellfairbags.com

The Shopping List MSP: 1/9–1/12

January 8, 2020

Shop local and check out this week’s sales and events from local retailers, brands and makers:

Hazel & Rose hosts a New Year’s sale this week.

THURSDAY:

A Common Thread Opening + Artist Reception: The Textile Center’s annual member exhibition showcases more than 100 pieces of fiber art created by the center’s artists. The 20th annual show includes stitching, quilting, knitting, crochet, sewing, weaving, dyeing, felting, needlework and more. Opening night Thursday 5:30–7pm (free entry); on view through March 14 @ The Textile Center, 3000 University Ave SE, Mpls, textilecentermn.org

THURSDAY–SUNDAY:

GoodThings Remodeling Sale: For four days only, save 50–70% on loads of gifts, clothing, jewelry, accessories, home and kids items from the gift retailer to make way for remodeling. Clearance inventory from all the GoodThings stores have been gathered into four locations: GoodThings Grand Avenue in St. Paul, and GoodKids, GoodThings and GoodStyle in White Bear Lake. Thursday & Friday 10am–7pm, Saturday 10am–6pm & Sunday 11am–5pm @ GoodThings stores on Grand Avenue & in White Bear Lake

FRIDAY:

Sigma Beauty Shopping Party: Join Sigma Beauty co-founder and COO Simone Xavier for an evening of shopping at the local beauty brand’s Mall of America store. Save 20% storewide plus enjoy treats, refreshments and a gift with purchase. Friday 5–7pm @ Sigma Beauty Mall of America; RSVP

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

Antique Spectacular Winter Antique Show: One of the largest antique shows in the Twin Cities, this show includes antique furniture, collectibles, pottery, rugs, glassware, toys, advertising, jewelry and more from more than 100 vendors. Friday 8am–5pm ($20 early-bird admission), Saturday 10am–5pm & Sunday 10am–3pm ($7 or $6 with online coupon via mnantiqueshows.com) @ Minnesota State Fair Coliseum, 1265 Snelling Ave N, St Paul

SATURDAY:

Kollektiv Launch Party at Covet Consign: Local vintage brand Kollektiv marks its debut at home consignment store Covet Consign with a festive launch party. The brand specializes in classic pieces inspired by Scandinavian design, including light palettes, denim and sustainable fabrics like linen, cotton and wool. Saturday noon–3pm @ Covet Consign, 3736 Chicago Ave, Mpls

Foat Yoga Trunk Show Celebration: Celebrate Yoga Month with the latest collection of local label Foat Design’s yoga and resort ready-to-wear. Meet the designers, shop the collection and place custom orders. Saturday noon–3pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

Bekah Worley Co Art Reception: Rock Paper Scissors Goods hosts an art opening featuring the whimsical, color-drenched work of local illustrator Bekah Worley. Meet the artist, enjoy refreshments and purchase prints, both framed and unframed. Saturday 4–6pm @ Rock Paper Scissors Goods, 4806 Chicago Ave S, Mpls

Blkk Hand: Nothing Is Permanent // Everything Is Temporary: Local tin-type photographer Carla Alexandra Rodriguez of Blkk Hand—whose mobile tintype photo booth is a regular at local makers markets and events—hosts her first-ever solo show. The exhibition explores themes of mortality and challenging narratives of masculinity and vulnerability. Opening reception Saturday 7–11pm, on view 1/11–1/31 @ Co Exhibitions, 1101 Stinson Blvd, NE Mpls

SUNDAY:

Anoka Indoor Antiques & Collectibles Flea Market: Head to downtown Anoka for this monthly flea market happening the second Sunday of every month. Free. Sunday 9am–3pm @ Anoka Knights of Columbus Hall, 2421 4th Ave, Anoka

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Winter Market: The Arboretum hosts an indoor makers market featuring handmade goods from local makers, including Fair Anita fair-trade accessories, Jovy Rockey Jewelry and handblown glass by Mouseworks Glass, plus fair-trade alpaca knitwear, eco-friendly home goods, original art and more. Free admission. Sunday 10am–4pm @ MacMillan Auditorium, McQuinn Great Hall, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, arbmarket.umn.edu

Shop for #ONE Makers Market: Treat yourself after a long holiday season with some retail therapy at this market featuring a handful of local makers offering post-holiday deals. Vendors include Resurrected Leather, Burnt Sugar Confectionary, and Lauren Ericka Design handbags. Plus: $3 mimosas! Sunday 11am–2pm @ ONE Fermentary & Taproom, 618 N 5th St, Mpls

Fly Vintage & Vinyl 1st Anniversary: Celebrate the vintage home and vinyl shop with an afternoon of deals and tunes from DJ Jake Rudh. Save on items storewide, including 10% off regular priced merchandise, 20% off special wall records, BOGO bargain records (up to 5 free albums per customer) all-day swag plus free tote bags for the first 10 customers, and more. Sunday 11am–6pm (DJ Jake Rudh 1–4pm) @ Fly Vintage & Vinyl, 3900 36th Ave N, Robbinsdale

ENDS SUNDAY:

Julia Moss Designs Knock-out Sale: Save 75% on holiday items and 50% off all other sale items at the Wayzata boutique, including unique gifts and home decor. Ends 1/12 @ Julia Moss Designs, 647 Lake St E, Wayzata & juliamossdesigns.com/sale

Idun’s New Year’s Sale: Save 30% sitewide during this online-only sale from the St. Paul’s women’s fashion boutique with code “2020” at checkout. Ends Sunday @ 11:59pm @ shopidun.com

ONGOING:

Winter + Warehouse Sale at Roe Wolfe: Spend more, save more at this progressive sale at the Galleria women’s retailer. Save 20% when you buy one item, 30% on two items or 50% on four or more items. Plus the store is clearing out its backroom for a warehouse sale featuring tops, dresses, sweaters and more from past seasons priced at $5–$20. Now @ Roe Wolfe, 3175 Galleria, Edina

ModMaud Vintage Winter Sale: Save 25% on all vintage from the local vintage vendor. Ends 1/31 @ etsy.com/shop/modmaudvintage

Water on Water Closing Sale: The locally owned gift store is downsizing from its location on Excelsior’s Water Street with a progressive closeout sale. Save 40% storewide through Thursday; save 50% from Friday through Sunday; save 60% Monday through Wednesday; and save 70% next Thursday, the final day of the sale. Also be sure to check out the retailer’s new website, nessasander.com for a curated selection of stationery, jewelry and candles. Ends 1/16 @ Water on Water, 40 Water Set, Excelsior

Frank Murphy Red Tag Sale: Take an additional 30% off mark-down fall and winter merchandise from the heritage women’s fashion boutique. Ends 1/18 @ Frank Murphy 4750 Highway 61 N, White Bear Lake

Combine Winter + Fall Sale: To make room for new goods, save 40% on all fall and winter clothing and accessories for women and men, plus home goods. Now @ Combine, 1609 W Lake St, Mpls

Hazel & Rose New Year’s Sale: The local women’s boutique kicks off its New Year’s Sale this week. Save 25% in store and online. (Some exclusions apply; no code needed.) Now @ Hazel & Rose, 201 6th St SE #2, Mpls & shophazelandrose.com

MartinPatrick3 Final Markdowns: Just announced: Save 40% on fall and winter collections from the men’s retailers—final sale. Now @ MartinPatrick3, 212 3rd Ave N #106, Mpls

Christopher Straub Online Sample Sale: Save a whopping 75–85% off one-of-a-kind clothing and bag runway samples for men and women by local designer Christopher Straub. Sizes range from 2–16 in women’s and M–XL in men’s. Now while supplies last @ christopherstraub.com

Wellfair Bags 50% off Sale: Save 50% on all bags by the local brand as it clears out its inventory to make way for 2020 designs. Now @ wellfairbags.com

The Shopping List MSP: 1/1–1/5

January 2, 2020

Some of the biggest sales of the year are happening now. Instead of hitting the big boxes, shop local and check out these sales and events from local retailers, brands and makers, both in store and online:

Salem’s Scissors 2018 collection. Photo: Alexander Butterfield Photography

THURSDAY:

Salem's Scissors Relaunch Party & ModMaud Vintage Pop-up: Celebrate the relaunch of local lingerie brand, Salem's Scissors. Meet the maker, shop available items, place a custom order or get measured for future reference, plus discounts, bubbly, and a vintage pop-up from ModMaud Vintage. Free. Thursday 6–9pm @ Eat Street Social, 18 W 26th St, Mpls

THURSDAY–SUNDAY:

Bluebird Record Sale: Acme Junk Co., Junket and Turquoise Vintage are joining forces for a massive vintage record sale. It features more than 15,000 LPs and 45s that haven't seen the light of day in over 20 years, all priced from $1–$10 a piece. Thursday 4–9pm ($10 entry fee), Friday–Sunday 10am–6pm @ Junket: Tossed & Found, 2642 University Ave W, St Paul

Buffalo Occasional Shops Weekend: Located about a 50-minute drive northwest of Minneapolis, Buffalo is considered by some to be the antique capitol of Minnesota. In addition to its roster of stores with regular hours, it also boasts a fleet of occasional antique shops that open every first weekend of the month. This weekend features more than 20 shops featuring vintage home goods, decor and gifts, plus clothing and accessories. Visit the Facebook page for a map of stores. Thursday–Sunday @ Buffalo, Minnesota

SATURDAY:

Mill City Winter Farmers Market: Saturday marks Mill City Farmers Market's first winter market of 2020. Head indoors to shop produce from local growers, prepared food and baked goods, and artisan goods from Crookedwood, Fair Anita, House of Talents, Old World Cabinet and Star Thrower Farm. Saturday 10am–1pm @ 704 S 2nd St, Mpls

SUNDAY:

Vintage & Music Pop-up @ Five Watt Coffee NE: Shop a curated selection of vintage for men and women from local vendor The Lucky Stranger while taking in live music from a lineup of local songwriters, including Idle Empress and Haley Rydell. Free. Sunday 1–5pm @ Five Watt Coffee NE, 861 E Hennepin Ave, Mpls

ENDS SUNDAY:

The Fitting Room New Year’s Sale: Save 20% storewide on the local boutique's selection of women's and unisex apparel and accessories by local designers. Ends 1/5. Hours: Thursday 1–6pm, Friday noon–6pm, Saturday noon–5pm, Sunday noon–4pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

On the Shelf Jewelry New Year’s Sale: Save 20% on all earrings including custom pairs from the local brand. Use code HAPPYNEWYEAR20 at checkout. Plus, as always, 10% of sales are donated to local classrooms. Ends 1/5 @ etsy.com/shop/ontheshelfjewelry

Flirt’s Semi-Annual Sale: Save 50% on all clearance items at the St. Paul luxury lingerie shop, plus save 75% when you buy 5 or more sale bottoms. Ends 1/5. Hours: Thursday–Saturday 10am–7pm & Sunday noon–5pm @ Flirt Boutique, 177 Snelling Ave N, St Paul

The Ochre Stone New Year’s Sale: Save 20% site wide with code “newyear” at checkout. Sale includes the brand’s handmade jewelry and selection of vintage clothing. Ends 1/5 @ www.theochrestone.com

Ragstock New Year’s Sale: BOGO 50% on all regular-priced items. Ends 1/5 @ various locations including Rosedale Center, Mall of America, Uptown, Golden Valley, Northtown Mall, Maplewood Mall & Ridgedale Center & ragstock.com

ONGOING:

Cliché’s New Year’s Sale: It’s the boutique’s lowest prices ever. Shop $5, $10 and $15 racks, plus everything else in store is 35% off (excludes local jewelry). Hours: Mondays–Saturdays 11am-7pm, Sundays noon–6pm @ Cliché, 2403 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls

Atelier957 New Year’s Sale: Save up to 80% on winter apparel and accessories at the fashion-forward women’s boutique, in store and online. Hours: Thursdays 10am–8pm, Fridays 10am–6pm, Saturdays 10am–5pm (closed Sundays) @ Atelier957, 957 Grand Ave, St Paul & atelier957.com

The Foundry New Year’s Sale: Save up to 50% on modern home goods from the shop online, plus get free shipping on all orders. (Note, the shop’s storefront is closed for winter break this week.) Now @ thefoundryhomegoods.com

Forage Modern New Year’s Sale: Save 20% on modern home goods, gifts and jewelry in store and online with code HI2020. Hours: Mondays–Fridays 11am–6pm, Saturdays & Sundays 10am–6pm @ Forage Modern Workshop, 4023 E Lake St, Mpls & foragemodernworkshop.com

Holiday Sale at Hazel & Rose: Save 20–50% off FW19 styles, in store and online (no code needed), including 50% off cold-weather accessories. Hours: Thursday–Saturday 11am–6pm, Sunday noon–4pm @ Hazel & Rose, 201 6th St SE #2, Mpls & shophazelandrose.com

Holiday Sale at Mille: Sale items have just been marked down to 50% off, including items from its new eponymous, in-house label. Hours: Thursday 10am–6pm, Friday 10am–5pm, Saturday 11am–5pm, Monday & Tuesday 10am–4pm (closed Sunday) @ Mille, 4760 Grand Ave S, Mpls & shopmille.com

Wild Things Antiques After-Christmas Sale: Save 50% on vintage Christmas items in store and online with code FIFTYOFFCHRISTMAS. (Excludes ceramic and aluminum Christmas trees, which are 30% off in store only.) Save 25% on everything else in store and online with code MERRYANDBRIGHT / Hours Friday–Monday 11am–7pm, 11am–2pm Tuesday @ Wild Things Antiques, 2431 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls & wildthingsantiques.com

Wellfair Bags 50% off Sale: Save 50% on all bags by the local brand as it clears out its inventory to make way for 2020 designs. Now @ wellfairbags.com

Julia Moss Designs Sale: Save up to 50% off holiday gifts and home goods at the Excelsior gift store and online. Plus, get free shipping with online purchases of $150 or more. Hours: Thursday & Friday 10am–6pm, Saturday & Sunday 11am–5pm @ Julia Moss Designs, 647 Lake St E, Wayzata & juliamossdesigns.com

The Grand Collective Holiday Pop-up: Grand Avenue in St. Paul has gotten a bit more stylish recently with the opening of The Grand Collective, a new collaborative pop-up from the mind of Mona Williams owner Patric Richardson (aka the The Laundry Evangelist). It features a ton of great gift ideas from a mix of local retailers, vintage sellers and Minnesota makers, plus Mona Williams' luxe laundry products. Plus, save 30% on all Scout men’s branded apparel and winter accessories for a limited time. Open Mondays–Fridays 11am–7pm, Saturdays 11am–6pm & Sundays noon–6pm @ The Grand Collective, 791 Grand Ave, St Paul

The Shopping List MSP: After-Christmas Sales 12/26–12/31

December 26, 2019

It’s the day after Christmas, and you know what that means—some of the biggest sales of the year. Instead of hitting the big boxes, shop local at these sales and holiday pop-ups:

Uptown women’s boutique Cliché hosts a storewide sale this month.

ENDS SUNDAY:

Queen Anna's BOGO 50% Off Sale: Buy one, get one 50% off winter essentials in store and online (no code needed). Ends 12/31 in store until 3pm @ 109 N 2nd St, Mpls & online until midnight @ queenanna.co

Queenie & Pearl Post-Holiday Sale: Save 25% on all clothing in store, plus the shop is giving away a full NYE outfit valued at up to $100; visit @queenieandpearlmn on Instagram for details on how to enter. Giveaway ends Saturday at 6pm; sale ends Sunday. Open Friday noon–6pm, Saturday & Sunday 11am–6pm @ Queenie & Pearl, 5014 Xerxes Ave S, Mpls

Year-End Sale at June: Save 20% off clothing storewide (some exclusions apply) at the beautifully curated women’s designer resale boutique. Ends Sunday. Hours: Friday 11am–6pm, Saturday 10am–6pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ June, 3406 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls

Covet Consign End-of-Year Sale: Save 20% storewide on vintage furniture and home decor from the mid-century modern-styled consignment shop. Ends Sunday @ Covet Consign, 3736 Chicago Ave, Mpls

SOOVAC Artists’ Holiday Shop: This holiday shop is housed at the hip Uptown art gallery Soo Visual Arts Center, making it a one-stop shop for art lovers. It features handmade art specially priced for gift-giving from top Twin Cities artists including Terrence Payne, Amy Rice, Jennifer Davis, Rox Jewelry by Robyne Robinson, Jess Hirsch of Women’s Woodshop and J.Lux Jewelry. Plus, SooVAC members save 20% off purchases and everyone else receives 10% off. Open Thursday & Friday 11am–7pm, and Saturday & Sunday 11am–4pm @ SooVAC, 2909 Bryant Ave S #101, Mpls, soovac.org

ENDS 12/31:

Year-End Sale @ Cliché: Save 35% off everything storewide (excluding local jewelry) at longtime Uptown women’s boutique, Cliché. They’re also hauling out past-season items out of storage discounted up to 90% off. Now through 12/31. Open Mondays–Saturdays 11am–7pm & Sundays noon–6pm @ Cliché, 2403 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls

After-Christmas Sale at The Foundry: Stock up on artisan home goods at The Foundry’s after-Christmas sale. In the shop you’ll find discounts on all glassware, furniture and bedding, plus a 40% off sale cart. Online use the code CHEERS2020 for 10% off all glassware, including drinking glasses and decorative pieces. Hours: Friday & Saturday 10am–7pm, Sunday 10am–6pm, Monday & Tuesday 10am–7pm. Ends 12/31 @ 322 W 48th St, Mpls & @ thefoundryhomegoods.com

Proper Sparkle Sale: Save 30% on all shimmery apparel now through 12/31, in store or online with code SPARKLE / Hours: Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday 11am–6pm, Sunday noon–5pm, Monday & Tuesday 11am–7pm @ Proper, 2743 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls & proper-shops.com

Larissa Loden Jewelry Year-End Sale: Save 50% on sale items today through the end of the year at the local jewelry designer's biggest sale of the decade. Ends 12/31, online only @ larissaloden.com

Six For Good Year-End Sale: Save 25% on all Essence One holiday scents and save 20% on all Baubles & Bobbies jewelry at the local maker shop, in store only. Ends 12/31. Hours: Friday 10am–10:30pm, Saturday 10am–9pm, Sunday 11am–6pm, Monday & Tuesday 10am–9pm, Wednesday 10am–5pm @ Rosedale Center, 1595 MN-36, Roseville

The Progressive Sale at Pacifier North Loop: Save up to 70% at the hip, locally owned baby and kid boutique during this progressive sale. Take 40% off original prices when you buy 1 to 4 items, 50% on 5 items, 60% off 6 items or 70% off 7 or more items. (Sale excludes furniture and gear.) Ends 12/31 @ Pacifier North Loop, 219 N 2nd St #102, Mpls

Wild Things Antiques After-Christmas Sale: Save 50% on vintage Christmas items in store and online with code FIFTYOFFCHRISTMAS. (Excludes ceramic and aluminum Christmas trees, which are 30% off in store only.) Save 25% on everything else in store and online with code MERRYANDBRIGHT / Hours Friday –Monday 11am–7pm, 11am–2pm Tuesday @ Wild Things Antiques, 2431 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls & wildthingsantiques.com

Wellfair Bags 50% off Sale: Save 50% on all bags by the local brand as it clears out its inventory to make way for 2020 designs. Now @ wellfairbags.com

Perennial New Year’s Sale: Save 20% on all earrings from the local brand online until the new year. Ends 12/31 @ etsy.com/shop/weareperennial

Julia Moss Designs Sale: Save up to 50% off holiday gifts and home goods at the Excelsior gift store and online. Plus, get free shipping with online purchases of $150 or more. Now @ 647 Lake St E, Wayzata & juliamossdesigns.com

DUGO New Year’s Sale: Now through the end of the year, save an additional 20% on already reduced prices at the Galleria women’s boutique. Ends 12/31 @ DUGO, 3595 Galleria, Edina

Requisite Art Gallery: For the month of December, North Loop women’s boutique Requisite hosts a showroom of original artwork and custom furnishings in its basement-level Do Lab featuring artists Aaron Brand, Abigail Irene and Omforme’s Carter Averbeck. Open Tuesdays–Saturdays 11am–6pm & Sundays 11am–4pm through Tuesday, 12/31 @ Requisite, 211 Washington Ave N, Mpls

ENDS 1/5:

The Fitting Room New Year’s Sale: Save 20% storewide on the local boutique's selection of women's and unisex apparel and accessories by local designers. Ends 1/5. Hours: Friday noon–6pm, Saturday noon–5pm, Sunday noon–4pm (closed 12/30-1/1) @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

Flirt’s Semi-Annual Sale: Save 50% on all clearance items at the St. Paul luxury lingerie shop, plus save 75% when you buy 5 or more sale bottoms. Ends 1/5 @ Flirt Boutique, 177 Snelling Ave N, St Paul

Last-Minute Holiday Shopping Guide: 12/18–12/24

December 17, 2019

There are only a few shopping days left before Christmas Day. Cross off the rest of the names on your list with handmade goods from locally owned businesses at these 40-ish pop-ups from now through Christmas Eve. Tip: My can’t-miss top picks are notated with a ⭐️

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Northeast yoga and wellness studio, Sacred Space, hosts a holiday makers market on Sunday. Photo: Jenna Dailey

WEDNESDAY ONLY:

⭐️ Holiday Pop-up at The FlatPak House: New skincare brand, FFiftyBeauty, hosts an evening of shopping at the incredible FlatPak House with a few of their favorite makers and artists. The lineup includes Spring Finn & Co handcrafted leather bags, Coccinella Mediterranean home goods, Goldfinch Modern Textiles scarves and blankets, Strey Designs handbags, Karen Morris Millinery, Belle Isle Design modern jewelry, Isadore Nut Company, Thumbs Cookies, Elixery vegan lipstick, Shelly Mosman photography and more. Plus, Prairie Organic will be serving up complimentary vodka and gin cocktails. Wednesday 5–8:30pm @ FlatPak House, 2024 S Thomas Ave, Mpls

⭐️ Twin Cities Collective 2019 Best of Awards Holiday Extravaganza & Holiday Market: Join Twin Cities Collective for a night announcing its Best of Awards winners, along with networking, food, drinks and a holiday photo booth. The night also features a holiday market featuring more than a dozen vendors, including Sip ’N Bloom, Karma Stacks, Winnie Lu, Lake Asana Wellness, Brushopolis and Black Loon Studio. Tickets $40 at Eventbrite. Wednesday 6–9pm @ Royal Foundry Craft Spirits, 241 Fremont Ave N, Mpls

THURSDAY ONLY:

Holiday Shopping & Jazz at The Grand Hand Gallery: Save 15% storewide at the arts and gift gallery, and enjoy live jazz music by Chuck Solberg while you shop. Thursday 4–7pm @ The Grand Hand Gallery, 619 Grand Ave, St Paul

Pryes Brewing Holiday Market: Pryes Brewing Company hosts a weekly market curated by Minneapolis Craft Market featuring nine local makers, including Burn Boss candles, TyAnn Zeal Designs jewelry and Fair Anita fair-trade accessories. Thursday 6–9pm @ Pryes Brewing Company, 1401 W River Rd N, Mpls

Studio 451 Holiday Party: Shop handmade goods from the makers of Studio 451 at the Northrup King Building, including 3 Jäg design jewelry, Sweeney Brown Ceramics, Ritual Print Co. and Hello Cross Stitches, plus a festive photo booth, snacks and drinks. Thursday 6–10pm @ Northrup King Building #451, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls

THURSDAY & FRIDAY:

⭐️ Holiday Artisan Market at Hotel Emery: The gorgeous, new Hotel Emery in downtown Minneapolis hosts an artisan market with some local favorites, including Leather Works Minnesota, Cait Courneya, Lulu Organics, Steller Handcrafted Goods and Excelsior Candle Co, plus enjoy cocktails from Giulia (Emery's hotel bar and restaurant), Thumbs Cookies and coffee. Thursday & Friday 11am–3pm @ Hotel Emery, 215 4th St S, Mpls

THURSDAY–SATURDAY:

⭐️ Fabric to Fashion: KOKOON's Epic Moving Sale (Part 1): Local women's fashion brand, KOKOON, is having a huge moving sale this weekend. Find a massive selection of women's clothing, with most priced $10 to $30, plus fabrics, trims, buttons, samples, overstock, irregulars and more. Look for part two of the sale coming in February. Thursday noon–7pm, Friday 10am–5pm & Saturday 10am–3pm @ 2508 24th Ave S, Mpls

THURSDAY–SUNDAY:

Holidazzle: The annual Holidazzle winter festival gets an added boost this year with the addition of Minneapolis Craft Market. The market will be bringing different makers each weekend to their space. Other vendors popping up at Holidazzle include The Abbey Alpacas and Hippy Feet. Thursday 5–9pm, Friday 5–10pm, Saturday 11am–10pm & Sunday 11am–7pm @ Loring Park, Mpls, www.holidazzle.com

THURSDAY–TUESDAY:

Keg & Case Holiday Market: St. Paul’s new Keg & Case Market, housed in the former Schmidt Brewery, is a place to try local food and beer. Over the holidays, it’s also hosting a weekend market featuring 20 local artisans with unique goods. There will also be photos with Santa, a tree farm and ice skating. Thursday–Sunday 11am–8pm, Monday 11am–8pm & Tuesday 11am–6pm @ 928 7th St W, St Paul, www.kegandcase.com

FRIDAY ONLY:

A MANO Pop-up at Madewell Southdale: Local ceramic maker A MANO will be popping up at the Madewell in Southdale Mall for an opportunity to buy last-minute gifts and stocking stuffers, including her colorful new ceramic earrings. Friday 4–8pm @ Madewell Southdale, Edina

⭐️ SCARFSHOP Open Studio Event: Pick up some one-of-a-kind gifts from local artist and maker Martha McQuade at her SCARFSHOP studio. Her small-batch, hand-dyed wool and cotton scarfs are made with low-impact materials and methods, and she’ll be selling her coveted, one-of-a-kind random-dye socks—available in-studio only. Get a free pair of socks with every wool purchase, in studio only. Friday 11am–4pm @ SCARFSHOP Studio, 2920 Talmage Ave SE #290 (south/back entrance), Mpls

FRIDAY & SATURDAY:

Laurel Way Collection + INDIGO & SNOW Trunk Show: Shop the jewelry collection by Pam Mondale of Laurel Way along with the naturally dyed textiles and apparel by Annabella Sardelis of INDIGO & SNOW during this holiday trunk show hosted by The Grand Hand Gallery. On Friday, Annabella will be in the gallery doing scarf-styling demos. Plus, save 15% off a second item when you purchase one item in the store. Friday & Saturday 11am–5pm @ The Grand Hand Gallery, 619 Grand Ave, St Paul

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

St. Paul European Christmas Market: The open-air European-style Christkindlmarkt pops up on the East Plaza of St. Paul Union Depot each weekend this holiday season with handmade gifts, hot Glühwein (spiced mulled wine) and traditional European treats. Friday 4–9pm, Saturday 10am–8pm & Sunday 11am–6pm @ 240 E Kellogg Blvd, St Paul, stpaulchristmasmarket.org

FRIDAY–MONDAY:

Dark Side of Christmas Shopping Weekend: Shop unique, handcrafted arts and crafts by a group of 15 darkly-inclined local makers and artists, with goods including macarons, bath bombs, jewelry, illustrations, leather accessories and sculpture. Friday 6–9pm, Saturday & Sunday noon–9pm, Monday 6–9pm @ Wild Hare Salon and Gallery, Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St NE #185, Mpls

DAILY THROUGH FRIDAY:

Sota Clothing Holiday Pop-up: The local brand pops up in the Baker Building skyway for the holiday season with its Minnesota-themed apparel for men and women. Closes 12/20. Monday–Friday 11am–3pm @ Baker Building skyway level @ corner of S 7th St & 2nd Ave S, Mpls

Chameleon Shoppes Holiday Pop-up Shops: This holiday retail pop-up features 25 local makers spread throughout three locations on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, including local fashion label The Cat Lab, jewelry line ROX by Robyne Robinson and fair-trade brand House of Talents. IDS Center skyway & Gaviidae street-level hours: Wednesday–Friday 11am–3pm. Closes Friday 12/20. Gaviidae Common skyway hours: Wednesday–Friday 11am–4pm plus Monday 12/23 11am–4pm. Find a full list of vendors & hours at chameleonconsortium.com

SATURDAY ONLY:

⭐️ Yule Wanna Be Here! at Duke Albert: Find the coolest gifts, pop-culture greeting cards, and vintage clothing from Moth Oddities, plus special guests including handmade art and gifts by Snew-Naughty & Nice, prints and design by Monica Helland, bags and jewelry by Emilia Luciano, and vintage jewelry from Michael Basham. Saturday noon–6pm @ Duke Albert, 2516 Central Ave NE, Mpls

⭐️ Support Local Hustle: BIPOC Pop-up: #SupportLocalHustle pop-ups are an opportunity to support local BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) artists, bakers and makers in a queer-friendly, anti-racist, anti-sexist and anti-transphobic environment. Find affordably priced goods from $1 to $30 by 16 vendors including Las Ranas Jewelry, Pickle Witch, Kari Lee Art and more. Cash only. Saturday 11am–4pm @ Gandhi Mahal, 3009 27th Ave S, Mpls

AHHA Holiday Pop-up at Fjällräven MOA: Local jewelry and home decor maker, AHHA, has created 25 custom, one-of-a-kind wooden and wool tassel ornaments using recycled wool provided by Fjällräven. The maker will also have their classic incense holders, tassel earrings, keychains and new moon phase art for sale. Saturday 11am–2pm @ Fjällräven Mall of America, main level, south side, Bloomington

⭐️ Holiday Party at The Fitting Room: Join The Fitting Room for an afternoon of sips and shopping from the winter and holiday collections of the store’s all-local roster of designers, including Scott J Lehmann, Tessa Louise, Alma Mia and Karen Morris Millinery. Plus, enjoy a gift with every purchase. Saturday noon–6pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

⭐️ Northrup King Building Holiday Open Studio Events: A MANO Studio Sale: Come join A MANO ceramics and a handful of her favorite guest artists for snacks, drinks and merriment to help you with your last-minute shopping. Saturday 10am–4pm @ #252. ACG + ILO Holiday Party: Join apparel designer, textile artist and painter Anna Goldberg-Chambers of ACG along with ILO Studio jewelry for a holiday party at their Northrup King studio. Saturday noon–4pm @ #373. Tessa Louise Holiday Studio Party: Head next door from ACG’s studio to shop Tessa Louise’s collection of multi-functional women’s clothing. She’ll be joined by guest artist, MX Apparel Design. Saturday noon–3p @ #375. Sparkle Saturday: Find one-of-a-kind ornaments and other ceramics home goods by Liz Pechacek and Autumn Higgins and hand-cast sterling silver and semi-precious stone jewelry from EC Design by Emily Johnson and Jennifer Sheely. Saturday 11am–4pm @ #254, 1500 Jackson Street NE, Mpls

Number 12 Cider Handcrafted Holiday Market: Pick up gifts for everyone on your holiday list during this market curated by Minneapolis Craft Market from 18 local makers, including WAY the Label, Carmine Jack Leather Co, Burn Boss and more, plus enjoy cider while you shop. Saturday noon–5pm @ Number 12 Cider, 614 N 5th St, Mpls

Lakes & Legends’ Handmade Holiday Market: Lakes & Legends Brewery hosts more than two dozen makers curated by Minneapolis Craft Market, plus a live DJ, coffee, food trucks, and of course, seasonal craft brews. Saturday noon–5pm @ 1368 LaSalle Ave, Mpls; visit Facebook invite for vendor lineup

⭐️ Winter Solstice Celebration & Pop-up Shop: Local wood-goods maker Vevang Mpls hosts a cozy pop-up shop on the shortest day of the year at its Northeast studio. Featured makers include Liz Schreiber (check out her seed-art belt buckles), nBaxter Pottery. noted local musician HALEY (who’ll bring her original artwork plus artwork-adorned t-shirts and more), Laura Brown Art and more. Following the pop-up, the party will move outside to celebrate the solstice with bingo, a bonfire and the chill sounds of Noise Quean Ant. Shopping noon–6pm, solstice celebration 6–10pm Saturday @ 2807 Johnson St NE, Mpls

⭐️ HWMR Presents: Holiday Blowout Sale: In preparation of its 2020 expansion plans, Northside apparel brand HWMR is having a one-day blowout sale. Save 50% on everything in store, plus the first 20 guests will receive a free BE the Change cap. Quantity is limited, so come early. Saturday 12:30–7pm @ HWMR, 1500 44th Ave N, Mpls

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Plate & Parcel Holiday Market: Formerly the Linden Hills Holiday Market, this weekly indoor farmer’s market features a rotating lineup of more than dozen local artisans curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. Also find trees, wreaths and tabletop florals for sale. Saturday & Sunday 10am–3pm through 12/22 @ Wagner Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Richfield

DAILY THROUGH SATURDAY:

Raging Art On: Gamut Gallery’s Holiday Pop-up Shop: The indie gallery’s annual holiday shopping event features giftable paintings, prints, collectibles, jewelry, housewares and more by 46 local artists. Saturday’s closing night features DJs Bobby Kahn & Dandy "Dan Moraine" beginning at 6pm. Wednesday–Friday 11am–6pm, Saturday 11am–10pm @ Gamut Gallery, 717 S 10th St, Mpls

SUNDAY ONLY:

⭐️ Marisa Martinez & Friends Holiday Open House: Head to the studio of indigenous jewelry designer Marisa Martinez for a day of shopping with guest artists including Mezamé Designs textiles and apparel, Jenny Webber pottery, Erika Marina de Ixchel crystal healing artist and more. Plus enter a drawing for a private psychic reading, an art book signing with Jen Westmoreland Bouchard and cookies from Dulceria Bakery. Sunday 10am–6pm @ 2500 University Ave W, Studio #F5, St Paul

⭐️ Waffle Sale: Local makers and free waffles in one room? Count me in! Shop unique, handmade gifts from 11 local makers working in mediums spanning pottery, paintings, jewelry, ironwork, leather and basketry. Makers include INDIGO & SNOW, Liz Pechacek Ceramics, B.FIESS ceramics, Daniel Jaffe art and jewelry, Arcana Leatherworks leather goods, and Birch Bark Beth handbags and accessories. Sunday 11am–5pm @ Purity Bakery Building, 500 E 36th St (enter at 36th St), Mpls

RighteouSouls & Friends Holiday Pop-up: Join local empowerment-themed apparel brand RighteouSouls for a holiday pop-up with local makers Oscar & Olivia accessories, Jac & Violet jewelry, Siena Soap Company, Excelsior Candle Co, B + D Custom Crafts and Aromawell. Sunday 11am–2pm @ ONE Fermentary & Taproom, 618 N 5th St, Mpls

Meet the Maker: TyAnn Zeal Designs: Meet local jewelry designer TyAnn Zeal and shop her latest collection or build your own set of earrings at Rosedale Center makers store, Rose & Loon. Sunday 11am–2pm @ Rose & Loon, Rosedale Center (2nd level near Von Maur)

⭐️ Last Call: A Holiday Market at Food Building: Slacked on your holiday shopping? Then be sure to check out this pop-up market hosted by Northeast's FOOD Building featuring nearly 30 makers and artists. Makers include Larissa Loden Jewelry, GIgi's Flair Emporium, Club Kiddo, Belle Isle Design Co, Tandem Vintage, Winsome Goods, Maat Mons, Julia Elise skincare and Ashley Mary Art + Design artwork and pom earrings, plus mini astrology readings by Silver Rising, live portraits by Daughters and Suns, free gift wrapping, drinks, food, music and movies. Whew, what a lineup! Sunday 3–8pm @ FOOD Building, 1401 Marshall St NE, Mpls

⭐️ Sacred Space After-Hours Holiday Market: Shop a curated selection of goods from local, mindful makers and cozy vibes at Sacred Space, plus a free hot cocoa bar at Northeast yoga and wellness studio, Sacred Space. Makers include Burn Boss Candles, Sweet B Designs, LaLunette Jewelry, Wild Sage Tarot, We the Starborne crystals and Victoria Blackbird sacred bundles, earth medicine and one-on-one mini stone readings. BYOB (bring your own bag). Sunday 5–9pm @ Sacred Space, 1955 Johnson St NE, Mpls

Hygge Holiday Market: Minneapolis Craft Market takes over Lawless Distilling’s back room every Sunday evening in December leading up to Christmas with a rotating lineup of makers. (Check back to the Facebook invite for the vendor lineup.) While you’re there, check out Miracle at Lawless, a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar serving holiday cocktails and kitschy decor galore. Sunday from 4–8pm @ 2619 28th Ave S, Mpls

SUNDAY & MONDAY:

Sota Clothing Co Annual Warehouse Sale: It only comes but once a year—Sota Clothing Co's 4th annual warehouse sale, that is. Find great deals on past-season styles. HINT: This Minnesota-themed gear makes a great last-minute gift. Sunday & Monday 10am–5pm @ 6524 Walker St, St Louis Park

DAILY THROUGH SUNDAY:

⭐️ SOOVAC Artists’ Holiday Shop: This holiday shop is housed at the hip Uptown art gallery Soo Visual Arts Center, making it a one-stop shop for art lovers. It features handmade art specially priced for gift-giving from top Twin Cities artists including Terrence Payne, Amy Rice, Jennifer Davis, Rox Jewelry by Robyne Robinson, Jess Hirsch of Women’s Woodshop and J.Lux Jewelry. *Just announced!* SooVAC members save 20% off purchases and everyone else receives 10% off. Wednesdays 11am–5pm, Thursdays & Fridays 11am–7pm, and Saturdays & Sundays 11am–4pm through 12/29 (closed Christmas Day) @ SooVAC, 2909 Bryant Ave S #101, Mpls, soovac.org

Gathered Goods Co. Store Closing Sale: This maker-geared boutique and DIY workshop space is closing after two years of business. Save 45%–60% on almost everything in store, just in time for holiday gift-giving. Use code SALE to get the discount online at gatheredgoodscompany.com. Open daily 10am–5pm through Sunday @ Gathered Goods Co, 5619 Manitou Rd., Tonka Bay

MONDAY ONLY:

Las Ranas & Friends Holiday Pop-up: Celebrate the second night of Hannukah and finish up your last-minute holiday shopping at this pop-up featuring queer, Puerto Rican-owned jewelry brand, Las Ranas, Jewish-Mexican pastries from Dulceria Bakery, Art by HCLOU, books and more. Monday 4–7pm @ The Future, 2223 E 35th St, Mpls

Plate & Parcel’s Last-Minute Market: This is the gift market for the foodies in your list. It features dozens of local farmers and festive food makers with gifts that are perfect for stocking stuffers, host/hostess gifts and holiday decor, including trees, wreaths and tabletop floral. Monday 1–5pm @ Wagner Garden Centers, 6024 Penn Ave S, Mpls

DAILY:

⭐️ Year-End Sale @ Cliché: Save 35% off everything storewide (excluding local jewelry) at longtime Uptown women’s boutique, Cliché. They’re also hauling out past-season items out of storage discounted up to 90% off. Now through 12/31. Open Mondays–Saturdays 11am–7pm & Sundays noon–6pm (holiday hours may differ) @ Cliché, 2403 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls

Requisite Art Gallery: For the month of December, North Loop women’s boutique Requisite hosts a showroom of original artwork and custom furnishings in its basement-level Do Lab featuring artists Aaron Brand, Abigail Irene and Omforme’s Carter Averbeck. Open Tuesdays–Saturdays 11am–6pm & Sundays 11am–4pm through 12/31 (holiday hours may differ) @ Requisite, 211 Washington Ave N, Mpls

The Grand Collective Holiday Pop-up: Grand Avenue in St. Paul has gotten a bit more stylish recently with the opening of The Grand Collective, a new collaborative pop-up from the mind of Mona Williams owner Patric Richardson (aka the The Laundry Evangelist). It features a ton of great gift ideas from a mix of local retailers, vintage sellers and Minnesota makers, plus Mona Williams' luxe laundry products. Open Mondays–Fridays 11am–7pm, Saturdays 11am–6pm & Sundays noon–6pm (holiday hours may differ) @ 791 Grand Ave, St Paul

The Shopping List MSP: 12/11–12/15

December 11, 2019

So much holiday shopping, so little time. Holiday makers-market season continues full-force this weekend, along with many other local shopping events. I’ve culled down the options to the best bets of the weekend, notating my can’t-miss top picks with a ⭐️

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Look by Ramadhan Designs, photo by Madeline Elli for Fashion Week MN

WEDNESDAY–FRIDAY:

Sota Clothing Holiday Pop-up: The local brand pops up in the Baker Building skyway for the holiday season with its Minnesota-themed apparel for men and women. Open Mondays–Fridays 11am–3pm through 12/20 @ corner of S 7th St & 2nd Ave S, Mpls

Chameleon Shoppes Holiday Pop-up: This holiday retail pop-up features 25 local makers spread throughout three locations on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, including local fashion label The Cat Lab, jewelry line ROX by Robyne Robinson and fair-trade brand House of Talents. Open Wednesdays–Fridays 11am–3pm through 12/20 @ Gaviidae Common (street & skyway levels) & IDS Center (skyway level). Find a full list of vendors at chameleonconsortium.com

WEDNESDAY–SATURDAY:

Raging Art On: Gamut Gallery’s Holiday Pop-up Shop: The indie gallery’s annual holiday shopping event features giftable paintings, prints, collectibles, jewelry, housewares and more by 46 local artists. This Saturday features DJs Sammy Figueroa "Figz" and Keith Millions beginning at 6pm. Wednesdays–Fridays 11am–6pm, Saturdays 11am–10pm through 12/21 @ 717 S 10th St, Mpls

WEDNESDAY–SUNDAY:

⭐️ SOOVAC Artists’ Holiday Shop: This holiday shop is housed at the hip Uptown art gallery Soo Visual Arts Center, making it a one-stop shop for art lovers. It features handmade art specially priced for gift-giving from top Twin Cities artists including Terrence Payne, Amy Rice, Jennifer Davis, Rox Jewelry by Robyne Robinson, Jess Hirsch of Women’s Woodshop and J.Lux Jewelry. Wednesdays 11am–5pm, Thursdays & Fridays 11am–7pm, and Saturdays & Sundays 11am–4pm through 12/31 @ 2909 Bryant Ave S #101, Mpls, soovac.org

DAILY:

⭐️ Year-End Sale @ Cliché: Save 35% off everything storewide (excluding local jewelry) at longtime Uptown women’s boutique, Cliché. They’re also hauling out past-season items out of storage, marked down a whopping 90% off. Don’t miss this sale!!! Now through 12/31, open Mondays–Saturdays 11am–7pm & Sundays noon–6pm @ 2403 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls

Gathered Goods Co. Store Closing Sale: This maker-geared boutique and DIY workshop space is closing after two years of business. Save 35% on almost everything in store, just in time for holiday gift-giving. Use code SALE to get the discount online at gatheredgoodscompany.com. Open daily 10am–5pm through 12/22 @ 5619 Manitou Rd., Tonka Bay

The Grand Collective Holiday Pop-up: Grand Avenue in St. Paul has gotten a bit more stylish recently with the opening of The Grand Collective, a new collaborative pop-up from the mind of Mona Williams owner Patric Richardson (aka the The Laundry Evangelist). It features a mix of local retailers and Minnesota makers, plus Mona Williams' luxe laundry products. Open Mondays–Fridays 11am–7pm, Saturdays 11am–6pm & Sundays noon–6pm @ 791 Grand Ave, St Paul

THURSDAY ONLY:

⭐️ Co Exhibitions Holiday Night Market: Contemporary art fans will want to check out this market hosted by Northeast art gallery Co Exhibitions, founders of screen-printing studio Burlesque of North America. You can find Burlesque’s limited-edition rock-show posters for sale, plus one-of-a-kind jewelry from Empressed Threads, Las Ranas, Larissa Loden and bmf jewelry, Create Laser Arts, queer print studio Ritual Print Co, screen-printed kids’ wear from Club Kiddo and Helland Stúdió’s Krampus pillows. Thursday 5–10pm @ 1101 Stinson Blvd NE, Mpls

FGI Holiday Soirée: Fashion Group International’s Minneapolis–St. Paul chapter celebrates its annual holiday party with festive cocktails, appetizers and entertainment, plus the introduction of new Regional Director for 2020-21, Allison Werthmann-Radnich. Cash-only bar. $20 FGI members, $35 non-members via Eventbrite. Thursday 5:30–8pm @ Minneapolis Club, 729 2nd Ave S, Mpls

THURSDAY–SUNDAY:

Minneapolis Craft Market at Holidazzle: The annual Holidazzle winter festival gets an added boost this year with the addition of Minneapolis Craft Market. The market will be bringing different makers each weekend to their space. Other vendors popping up at Holidazzle include The Abbey Alpacas and Hippy Feet. Thursdays 5–9pm, Fridays 5–10pm, Saturdays 11am–10pm & Sundays 11am–7pm through 12/22 @ Loring Park, Mpls, www.holidazzle.com

Keg & Case Holiday Market: St. Paul’s new Keg & Case Market, housed in the former Schmidt Brewery, is a place to try local food and beer. Over the holidays, it’s also hosting a weekend market featuring 20 local artisans with unique goods. There will also be photos with Santa, a tree farm and ice skating. Fridays 4–7pm, Thursdays–Sundays 11am–8pm plus additional dates through 12/24 @ 928 7th St W, St Paul, www.kegandcase.com

FRIDAY ONLY:

SCARFSHOP Open Studio Event: Pick up some one-of-a-kind gifts from local artist and maker Martha McQuade at her SCARFSHOP studio. Her small-batch, hand-dyed wool and cotton scarfs are made with low-impact materials and methods, and she’ll be selling her coveted, one-of-a-kind random-dye socks—available in-studio only. Get a free pair of socks with every wool purchase, in studio only. Friday 11am–4pm plus 12/20 @ 2920 Talmage Ave SE #290, south/back entrance, Mpls

Hoppy Holiday Maker's Market: Urban Growler hosts this makers market featuring more than 25 local vendors and makers, including Country Club Vintage, Michelle Brusegaard, Radiate Activewear and Malachite Leather. Friday 6–10pm @ 2325 Endicott St, St Paul

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

Grethen House 60% off Sale: Save 60% on fall and winter collections at the designer women’s boutique. Friday 10am–6pm, Saturday 10am–5pm & Sunday 11am–5pm @ 4930 France Ave S, Edina, @ 212 3rd Ave N, Mpls & online beginning Saturday at grethenhouse.com

St. Paul European Christmas Market: The open-air European-style Christkindlmarkt pops up on the East Plaza of St. Paul Union Depot each weekend this holiday season with handmade gifts, hot Glühwein (spiced mulled wine) and traditional European treats. Fridays 4–9pm, Saturdays 10am–8pm & Sundays 11am–6pm through 12/22 @ 240 E Kellogg Blvd, St Paul, stpaulchristmasmarket.org

SATURDAY ONLY:

Le Petit Marché: A Holiday Market and Soirée at Trapeze: Sip on wine and bubbles while you shop handcrafted holiday gifts—everything from edible candies to lefse to leather works, pottery, jewelry and more— from 11 local makers including Malachite Leather and Daniel Jaffe. Saturday 10am–3pm @ 1602 W Lake St, Mpls

Combine Holiday Pop-up: Sometimes the best holiday shopping events come in small packages. This one, hosted at new Uptown boutique Combine, features the gorgeous ceramics of Cym Warkov, textiles and wearables by Goldfinch, backpacks by Winter Project Artist and jewelry by Kathleen Hurley, plus wine and cookies. Plus, save 30% on everything else storewide. Saturday 10am–5pm @ 1609 W Lake St, Mpls

Hewing Hotel x The Scout Guide Holiday Market: Local business mag The Scout Guide Minneapolis and the Hewing Hotel in North Loop have curated a group of nine of their favorite local brands, including Karen Morris Millinery, Local Motion Boutique, Stephanie’s boutique in St. Paul and Baubles & Bobbies jewelry for an afternoon of shopping, plus complimentary gift wrapping. (Be sure to order up a delish craft cocktail from the Hewing’s bar while you’re at it.) Saturday 11am–4pm @ 300 Washington Ave N, Mpls

⭐️ A Very Special Holiday Party: Alice Riot: This Open Studio Saturday doubles as a festival occasion to celebrate this local women’s fashion brand that features the work of female artists from around the world. Stop in as a break from your afternoon holiday shopping or before your evening plans for drinks, food, music, art and the chance to shop the brand in person. Saturday 11am–4pm @ California Building, 2205 California St NE #514, Mpls

⭐️ Banana Holiday Makers Market: A group of ultra-cool makers are popping up in the North Loop for a day of holiday shopping. Shop portraits (or get one custom-made) by Daughters & Suns, art by Shanai Matteson and Laura Brown, photography by Crystal Liepa, wreaths and dried florals from Ergo Floral (fka Fleur de Lis), retro wear from Mae Vintage and Älskling, jewelry by ILO Studio, modern women’s clothing from online shop Stranger & Co., ceramics by Katie Cameron and Sarah Black, and giftable paintings, clothing and pillows by Anna Chambers-Goldberg of ACG. Saturday noon–4pm @ 414 3rd Ave N, Mpls

⭐️ Tattersall Holiday Market: If you have time to go to only one holiday market this weekend, this is the one. More than 50 local makers and vendors are participating in this whopper of a market within Tattersall’s new event space, including Leather Works Minnesota, Mill City Fineries, Belle Isle Design Co, Arlee Park, Duke Albert, Montgomery Collection, Strey Designs and several vintage clothing sellers. Plus: Delicious craft cocktails made with Tattersall spirits. Saturday noon–6pm @ Thorp Building, 1620 Central Ave NE (back entrance), Mpls

⭐️ Mercury Mosaics Makers Market: Located within the same building as Tattersall, this nearly-as-massive market features more than 40 local artists and makers, hosted at the workshop of handcrafted tilemaker, Mercury Mosaics. Makers include Burn Boss candles, Jac & Violet jewelry, Cetan Ska designs by Dyani White Hawk jewelry and wool blankets, Misfit Coffee, and vintage vendors including Wide Eyed Vintage and An Upcycled Closet. There will also be live music from MARGRET (aka Maggie Morrison, ex-of Lookbook, Digitata and Gayngs, who works a tile artisan for Mercury Mosaics). Saturday noon–6pm @ Thorp Building, 1620 Central Ave NE #125, Mpls

⭐️ Witchmas Market: Local maker collective, A Conspiracy of Strange Girls, hosts its annual holiday market at La Doña Cervecería, the nation’s first Latino for-benefit beer company. Sip seasonal craft beer while shopping handmade apparel, accessories, wood goods, aromatherapy and more from more than 20 top makers, including Teresa Audet, Ritual Print Co., 3 Jäg design, Sarah M. Holm, OTHERREALM and bmf jewelry. Saturday from noon–5pm @ 241 Fremont Ave N, Mpls

⭐️ Artist in Residence: Maria Stanley at Idun: L.A.–based, Minneapolis-native fashion designer Maria Stanley is having a rare homecoming this weekend at St. Paul boutique, Idun. The designer will have her full collection available for shopping in store (plus drinks and bites from Rosedale Center’s new restaurant, Baldamar) alongside Idun’s finely curated selection of women’s clothing and jewelry with a Scandinavian-meets-Japanese aesthetic. Saturday from noon–5pm @ 495 Selby Ave, St Paul

Holiday Spirits Maker Market: Minneapolis distillery and cocktail room Royal Foundry Craft Spirits hosts more than 30 makers (curated by Minneapolis Craft Market) in their expansive event space. Makers include Linda Zimmermann Cashmere, nest PURE handbags, TyAnn Zeal Designs, Gina Mount Jewelry, Fair Anita fair-trade goods and more. Saturday noon–5pm @ 241 Fremont Ave N, Mpls

Gift Market at Able Brewing: Shop handcrafted goods and vintage apparel from 13 vendors, including Kollektiv Vintage, Cactus in a Can, Darla Luz jewelry, Runi Clay Studio, MN Nice Cream, Nate Vintage and more, plus gift wrapping from Gift Six Mobile Wrappery. Saturday noon–4pm @ 1121 Quincy St NE, Mpls

1004 Designs Trunk Show at The Fitting Room: This is your first chance to shop the new knitwear collection by emerging sustainable fashion brand, 1004 Designs, in person. Meet the designer Kelsey Lee, place a custom order or shop the line’s one-of-a-kind pieces, including knit apparel and accessories. Saturday noon–3pm @ 316 W 38th St, Mpls

A Handmade Holiday Market: Lakes & Legends Brewery hosts more than two dozen makers curated by Minneapolis Craft Market, plus a live DJ and food trucks. Saturday noon–5pm @ 1368 LaSalle Ave, Mpls

Holiday Travel Market: Get ready for your winter holiday travel plans with Wild Isles Swim’s last pop-up of the year, hosted at Smile Network International’s fair-trade gift shop, Inspire (next door to the Handmade Holiday Market at Lakes & Legends Brewery). The local, size-inclusive swim brand will be joined by new, Minneapolis-based UPF 45+ women’s sun wear brand, Sun50, and distillery Drake’s Organics, which will have Minnesota-made vodka, rum and gin for sale. Saturday 11am–5pm @ 108 W 14th St, Mpls

Holiday Makers Home Market: Find handcrafted ceramics, hand-painted items, naturally dyed clothing and fabrics, fine art prints and artwork, and the colorful designs of On the Shelf Jewelry (who donates 10% of jewelry sales to local public schools) for sale at this intimate, in-home market run by Minneapolis artists. Saturday 1–5pm @ 512 7th St SE, Mpls

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

Plate & Parcel Holiday Market: Formerly the Linden Hills Holiday Market, this weekly indoor farmer’s market features a rotating lineup of more than dozen local artisans curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. Also find trees, wreaths and tabletop florals for sale. Saturdays & Sundays 10am–3pm through 12/22 @ Wagner Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Richfield

⭐️ Ramadhan Designs Pop-up Shop: Calling all local fashion fans: Here’s your first chance to shop Rammy Mohamed’s new collection for Ramadhan Designs since its runway debut during Fashion Week MN this past fall, hosted by Public Functionary pop-up gallery, Sure Space. Melding traditional aspects of her East African culture and contemporary design elements, the collection features flowing fabrics and knits trimmed in beadwork and appliques, in a palette of mustard, pottery-clay beige and warm ruby-red. Saturday & Sunday 4-10pm @ 1506 Como Ave SE, Mpls

SUNDAY ONLY:

⭐️ Hackwith Design House Studio Sale: The local women’s label is hosting a sale at its St. Paul studio not to be missed. Shop discounted samples, sustainably made pieces from its Sustain Shop and current collections marked 30% off, plus 20% off goods from local boutiques Hazel & Rose and Idun. Sunday 11am–3pm @ Vandalia Tower, 550 Vandalia St #314, St Paul

⭐️ Älskling Vintage Moving to the U.K. Studio Sale: Vintage vendor is relocating to London, and that means its entire studio of vintage needs to go by the end of this month. This said is said to be dirt cheap—we’re talking ”less-than-thrift, small-town-1996-thrift-store-cheap.” Fill a bag and make them an offer. Sunday 11am–3pm @ Casket Arts Building, 681 17th Ave NE #221, Mpls

⭐️ Filigree Jewelers presents Down the Rabbit Hole Holiday Pop-up: Excelsior’s new designer resale shop, Down the Rabbit Hole, is popping up at Filigree Jewelers in the North Loop for an afternoon of shopping, sips and philanthropy. Find dresses, gowns, coats, jackets, handbags, shoes and accessories from names like Gucci, Chanel, Balmain, Tom Ford and more—many new with tags at up to 80% off retail prices. Plus, 5% of the day’s sales will go to Domestic Abuse Project MN. Sunday 11am–4pm @ 210 N 2nd St, Mpls

⭐️ Old St. Anthony Holiday Bazaar: Minneapolis Craft Market brings one of its largest indoor craft markets of the year to the Machine Shop. Shop two full floors of giftables ranging from home goods, body care products to jewelry, knits and apparel from nearly 60 vendors including Karen Morris Millinery, MEND Jewelry, ROMI Apothecary and Wild North Co. Sunday noon–5pm @ 300 2nd St SE, Mpls

Double Trouble Vintage Pop-up: Vintage fashion lovers best check out this pop-up from stylists-turned-retro resellers AK Collective and House of Spitz at Eat Street resale shop, B. Resale. They’ll help you pull together your finds into modern, on-trend looks. Sunday noon–5pm @ B. Resale, 2613 Nicollet Ave, Mpls

The Shopping List MSP: 12/4–12/8

December 4, 2019

Although Small Business Saturday is behind us, there are still tons of ways to shop local and support small businesses in the Twin Cities before the holidays. Explore this weekend’s top shopping events, including a ton of holiday makers markets, the American Craft Council’s Craft Bash, American Swedish Institute’s Julmarknad and a holiday edition of the Minneapolis Vintage Market. (I’ve notated my top picks with a ⭐️)

Betty Danger’s hosts its Bizarre Bazaar this weekend.

WEDNESDAY:

Haute Holiday Market @ Haute House Studio: Shop goods from 20 local makers include Namakan Fur, Thumbs Cookies and MN Brands for Goods, plus sips and free gift wrapping with donation for Women's Advocates shelter. Wednesday 11am–1pm & 5:30–7:30pm plus 12/11 @ 5500 Lincoln Dr Suite #150, Edina

WEDNESDAY–FRIDAY:

Sota Clothing Holiday Pop-up: The local brand pops up in the Baker Building skyway for the holiday season with its Minnesota-themed apparel for men and women. Open Mondays–Fridays 11am–3pm through 12/20 @ corner of S 7th St & 2nd Ave S, Mpls

WEDNESDAY–SATURDAY:

Raging Art On: Gamut Gallery’s Holiday Pop-up Shop: The indie gallery’s annual holiday shopping event features giftable paintings, prints, collectibles, jewelry, housewares and more by 46 local artists. Opening night preview party Wednesday 6–9pm ($15 advance, $20 door, free for members), Thursday & Friday 11am–6pm, Saturday 11am–10pm, plus additional dates through 12/21 @ 717 S 10th St, Mpls

THURSDAY ONLY:

⭐️ Not So Silent Night: Holiday Soiree & Market: Do your holiday shopping for a good cause at this event, which features 11 local makers (including Gigi's Flair Emporium, Six for Good and Still Kickin) plus a gift wrapping station, holiday photo ops and a donation drive for YouthLink to benefit homeless youth in the community. To attend, bring a new item to contribute. See a list of recommended donation items and RSVP at Eventbrite. Thursday 6–9pm @ Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis, 708 3rd St S, Mpls

Neu Neu Night Market: Shop handcrafted goods from 18 local makers, including personal favorites Dottir Jewelry, Perennial jewelry, carousel + folk and Jac & Violet, plus food and beverages available for purchase. Thursday 5–10pm @ The Neu Neu Wedding & Event Center, 514 N 3rd St, Mpls

⭐️ First Thursday at AudreyRose Vintage: As part of the Northrup King Building’s First Thursday open studio night, AudreyRose Vintage will host a night of vintage dress-up, with Priyanka Premo styling looks and Dammel Photographer Works snapping pics. The evening also includes a pop-up from Owl and Lark Jewelry and visiting artists. Thursday 5–9pm @ 1500 Jackson St NE #238, Mpls

⭐️ Queer Bizarre 2019: The biggest shopping event of the year featuring local queer artists and makers, this market features nearly 30 vendors including Tandem Vintage, Ritual Print Co., Blkk Hand and Scott J Lehmann. A pay-what-you-can door donation will benefit Southside Harm Reduction Services. Thursday 5–10pm @ Tattersall Distilling, 1620 Central Ave NE #150, Mpls

Make & Mingle Winter Market: Silverwood Park hosts a handmade winter market with 16 local makers including Mezamé Designs, Excelsior Candle Co and Dot Plaid, plus a food truck, make-your-own recycled gift tag and s’mores on the patio. Optional: Bring a warm article of clothing to donate to the Steller Kindness Project. Thursday from 6–9pm @ 2500 County Rd W, St Anthony

Pryes Brewing Holiday Market: Pryes Brewing Company hosts a weekly market curated by Minneapolis Craft Market featuring nine local makers, including Carver Junk Company and Fair Anita. Thursday 6–9pm @ 1401 W River Rd N, Mpls

⭐️ Jingle All the Way and All That Jazz: MartinPatrick3’s annual holiday bash is not to be missed. Enjoy drinks, spin the donation wheel, pick up something sweet from the “cigarette” girl, get a custom cigar rolled or a custom fashion illustration drawn and, of course, shop to your heart’s content. Thursday 5–9pm @ 212 3rd Ave N #106, Mpls

THURSDAY–SATURDAY:

Landmark Center’s 41st Annual Old Fashioned Holiday Bazaar: Shop goods from 75 makers and artisans, including jewelry, decor, paintings, wove and wearable art, handmade lotions and soaps, and more. On Thursday and Friday from 5 to 8pm, receive a free refreshment with admission and enjoy musical performances while you shop. $5 entry. Thursday & Friday 10am–8pm, Saturday 10am–5pm @ 75 5th St W, St Paul

THURSDAY–SUNDAY:

⭐️ Minneapolis Craft Market at Holidazzle & Ivan Idland’s Yule-Tide-lan! Pop-up Fashion Shack (Saturday only): The annual Holidazzle winter festival gets an added boost this year with the addition of Minneapolis Craft Market. The market will be bringing different makers each weekend to their space, like fair-trade accessory brand Fair Anita and menswear designer Ivan Idland on Saturday. Other vendors popping up at Holidazzle include The Abbey Alpacas and Hippy Feet. Thursday 5–9pm, Friday 5–10pm, Saturday 11am–10pm, Sunday 11am–7pm, plus additional dates through 12/22 @ Loring Park, Mpls, www.holidazzle.com

⭐️ Keg & Case Holiday Market: St. Paul’s new Keg & Case Market, housed in the former Schmidt Brewery, is a place to try local food and beer. Over the holidays, it’s also hosting a weekend market featuring 20 local artisans with unique goods. There will also be photos with Santa, a tree farm and ice skating. Friday from 4–7pm. Thursday–Sunday from 11am–8pm; every weekend through 12/24 @ 928 7th St W, St Paul; Visit www.kegandcase.com for full schedule of events and makers.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY:

⭐️ No Coast Craft-O-Rama: The 15th annual indie makers’ holiday market with a whopping 76 artists spanning jewelry, skincare, woodwork, prints, ceramics and clothing. Favorites include A MANO ceramics, Fringe & Fettle Ceramics, Lulu Organics, nestPURE, Third Daughter Restless Daughter, Larissa Loden Jewelry and Dottir Jewelry. Friday 3–8pm & Saturday 9am–5pm @ Midtown Global Market, 920 E Lake St, Mpls, www.nocoastcraft.com

⭐️ Craft Bash & Decked Out Craft Bash Preview Party: Curated by the American Craft Council, Tricia Heuring of Public Functionary, Leslie Barlow of Studio 400 and Parallel, this holiday shopping market features 70 artists including Silvercocoon, Everthine Jewelry, Neal Jewelry, SCARFSHOP, There There Collective and Celina Kane, and goods including ceramics, fashion, home goods, apothecary, candles and letterpress cards. Hands-on experiences include printmaking, Tintype portraits with Zoey Melf, a Juxtaposition Arts pop-up shop featuring artwork by Northside youth and live glassblowing demonstrations with Hennepin Made. Get a first look during the ticketed Friday night preview party, plus enjoy cocktails by Parallel, food from Taco Cat, live painting by Ashley Mary, music by DJ Sarah White, pop-up shopping from Winsome Goods and Tandem Vintage, and tarot and astrological readings. Opening party Friday 6:30–10pm ($25 or $20 for ACC members) & Saturday 11am–6pm (free) @ Parallel & Hennepin Made, 145 Holden St N, Mpls, craftcouncil.org

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

⭐️ SOOVAC Artists’ Holiday Shop: This holiday shop is housed at the hip Uptown art gallery Soo Visual Arts Center, making it a one-stop shop for art lovers. It features handmade art specially priced for gift-giving from top Twin Cities artists including Terrence Payne, Amy Rice, Jennifer Davis, Rox Jewelry by Robyne Robinson, Jess Hirsch of Women’s Woodshop and J.Lux Jewelry. Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday & Sunday 11am–4pm plus Wednesdays–Sundays through 12/31 @ 2909 Bryant Av. S., #101, Mpls., soovac.org

4th Annual Nordic Julemarket: Utepils Brewing Company hosts more than 30 Nordic-inspired vendors selling giftable goods, plus food trucks, cultural festivities, craft beer and a family day with activities on Sunday. Friday 3–8pm, Saturday noon–8pm, Sunday noon–6pm @ 225 Thomas Ave N, Mpls, nordicjulemarket.com

St. Paul European Christmas Market: The open-air European-style Christkindlmarkt pops up on the East Plaza of St. Paul Union Depot each weekend this holiday season with handmade gifts, hot Glühwein (spiced mulled wine), and traditional European treats. Friday 4–9pm, Saturday 10am–8pm, Sunday 11am–6pm plus Fridays–Sundays through 12/22 @ 240 E Kellogg Blvd, St Paul, stpaulchristmasmarket.org

SATURDAY ONLY:

⭐️ The Coven’s Holiday Bazaar: Shop giftable goods from 15 local vendors—including NICE NICE Ceramics, Perennial jewelry, Hot & Fresh by Clever Kate, Pompa Goods and Las Ranas Jewelry—curated by The Coven, an awesome community and co-working space for women, non-binary and trans folks. Register at Eventbrite. Saturday 10am–1pm @ 30 N 1st Ave, Mpls

⭐️ Conrad Mumbles & Friends Winter Bazaar: This holiday market from the founder of the Black Magik Woman femme-oriented art exhibition features giftables by local femme artists and makers, including photo prints, collage art, ceramics, paintings, illustrations, vintage clothing and accessories, handmade lingerie, jewelry and treats. Saturday 2–8pm @ Twin Spirits Distillery & M Coffee Shop, 2931 Central Ave NE, Mpls

Flirt Boutique’s Wish List Party: Make your holiday wish list for everything pretty and delicate while enjoying champagne and treats at the St. Paul lingerie boutique. Plus, be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card when you register your wish list. The afternoon also features a trunk show from Helen Wang Jewelry and special bralette sets with matching bow ties by local lingerie brand, Subtle Silk. Saturday 10am–7pm @ 177 Snelling Ave N, St Paul

A Handmade Holiday Market + Lakes & Legends 4 Year Anniversary Party: The market will feature a unique lineup of makers curated by Minneapolis Craft Market, including MEND Jewelry, Create Laser Arts and Baubles & Bobbies, plus live music, food trucks and beer releases. Saturday noon–5pm @ 1368 LaSalle Ave, Mpls

The Grand Meander: This annual St. Paul tradition takes place at small businesses along historic Grand Avenue, with special offers and events at participating stores. (Be sure to check out The Grand Collective, a holiday pop-up from Mona Williams’ Patric Richardson featuring a mix of holiday giftables from local makers, luxe laundry products from Mona Williams, vintage clothing from Moth Oddities, and designer resale from June.) Plus, a Christmas tree farm, petting zoo, visits with Santa, the Art on Ramsey Holiday Art Fair (1700 Summit Ave), roaming carolers and classic trolley rides along Grand Avenue. Get a full schedule of events and participating businesses at grandave.com. Saturday 10am–5pm along Grand Avenue in St Paul

Elevāt Christmas Showroom Open House: Shoreview’s new fair-trade boutique hosts a holiday open house with gifts that empower women from 20 developing countries, including the store's new refugee center in Spain. Browse handmade items, including cards, journals, soap, clothing and accessories, and enjoy coffee, warm apple cider, treats and a free ornament from Nepal for the first 10 shoppers. Saturday 10am–2pm @
4900 Hodgson Connection, Shoreview

Holiday Market at The Bungalow Club: East Lake Street cocktail bar and eatery ,The Bungalow Club, hosts 8 local vendors for a holiday market, including Daniel Jaffe jewelry, Ben Fiess pottery and Mod Maud Vintage, plus snacks and wine provided by New France Wine Company. Saturday 10am–3pm @ 4300 E Lake St, Mpls

Minneapolis Cider Company Holiday Market: Shop goods from 16 vendors, including vintage faves Tandem Vintage and Upcycled Closet, plus sustainable tailoring company and maker, Al's Tailoring. Saturday noon–6pm @ 701 SE 9th St, Mpls

⭐️ Fractal Cactus Grand Opening Party: Celebrate the opening of the new cactus store with beverages, bites, tunes from DJ KOPISH and an art show curated by Ox Heart Gallery, plus shop the store’s selection of cacti, succulents, Lithops, Tillandsia and Staghorn Ferns. Follow @fractal_cactus on Instagram for 13% off your purchase during the event. Saturday 6–10pm @ 3750 Minnehaha Ave, Mpls

SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

⭐️ Betty Danger’s Bizarre Bazaar: Shop holiday gifts from Betty’s favorite artisans from around Minnesota and Wisconsin, including jewelry, sassy needlepoints, knitted cacti, festive florals, silkscreen ties and other creative, kooky crafts. The 50+ vendors include hip NE gift shop Duke Albert, needlepoint from Third Daughter Restless Daughter, hats by Karen Morris Millinery and Larissa Loden Jewelry. Plus, it’s a great chance to check out Betty Danger’s awe-inspiring, kitsch-overload Christmas decor covering every surface of the bar and eatery, or take a spin in the outdoor Ferris wheel. Saturday & Sunday 10am–4pm @ 2501 Marshall St NE, Mpls

⭐️ Julmarknad: ASI’s Holiday Market & Festival: American Swedish Institute’s annual Julmarknad Christmas market features handcrafted items for sale by more than 55 local and regional artists including Addington Company, äventyr, Women's Woodshop and Dottir Jewelry, and The American Swedish Institute Museum Store and Jul Shop will sell Nordic and Nordic-inspired gifts. Plus, enjoy music and dance performances, appearances by Tomte and Santa, family crafts and festival food. $15 adults, $10 seniors, $6 children ages 6-18, free for children 5 and under and for ASI members. Saturday 10am–5pm, Sunday 11am–4pm @ 2600 Park Ave, Mpls

Plate & Parcel Holiday Market: Formerly the Linden Hills Holiday Market, this weekly indoor farmers market features a rotating lineup of more than dozen local artisans curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. Also find trees, wreaths and tabletop florals for sale. Saturday & Sunday 10am–3pm plus Saturdays & Sundays through 12/22 @ Wagner Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Richfield

SUNDAY ONLY:

⭐️ A Very Vintage Holiday Market: This monthly market is a can’t-miss for local vintage fashion fans, boasting a rotating lineup of dozens of local vendors. Plus, Kristen of Rethink Tailoring and Sewing Lounge will be at the market to assist with your tailoring needs and questions. Wear your favorite festive or fancy vintage duds and get your photo snapped in the Linden Yard photo booth for a chance to win a $100 gift card to Minneapolis Vintage Market. Sunday 11am–noon ($10), noon–5pm (free) @ Chowgirls at Solar Arts, 711 15th Ave NE, Mpls

Fair Trade Market at The Basilica of Saint Mary: This isn’t your grandma’s church craft sale. The historic Basilica is hosting a day of holiday gift shopping from local fair-trade vendors ethically made by artisans in developing countries. Find Mayan textiles and baskets, mittens and scarves from Nepal and woven baskets from Ghana, plus eco-friendly jewelry, housewares, ornaments, fair-trade coffee and more. Sunday 8:30am–3:30pm @ 88 17th St N, Mpls

Hygge Holiday Market: Minneapolis Craft Market takes over Lawless Distilling’s back room every Sunday evening in December leading up to Christmas with a rotating lineup of makers. While you’re there, check out Miracle at Lawless, a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar serving holiday cocktails and kitschy decor galore. Sunday from 4–8pm @ 2619 28th Ave S, Mpls

Where to Shop Local on Black Friday & Small Business Saturday weekend

November 26, 2019

It’s (nearly) here: The biggest shopping weekend of the year. So why not spend your dollars to support local businesses and makers in the Twin Cities? When you buy from a locally owned small business, 40 to 60% of your money stays in the community. Plus, you know your money is going to a real person—not helping a CEO buy a third home. (And it’s proven to be better for the environment, too.) Black Friday is increasingly being known in small business circles as Plaid Friday, which encourages people to do their holiday shopping with locally owned and independent businesses the day after Thanksgiving. It’s followed by Small Business Saturday, which was founded for shoppers to show their support of local businesses.

There are so many events fighting for your attention—and dollars. To make it easier, I’ve culled down the list to my top picks. Must-goes include the multi-vendor pop-ups at Winsome Goods, Duke Albert and Golden Rule; the return of the locally focused Unique Markets pop-up; and the kickoff weekends for Holidazzle and the Keg & Case Holiday Market. Plus, three of my favorite local shops, Cliché, The Fitting Room and The Golden Pearl Vintage, are offering major discounts all weekend. (I’ve notated my personal picks with a ⭐️)

Start planning your Black Friday and Small Business Saturday weekend now!

Minneapolis Craft Market presents Hygge Holiday Market at Lawless Distilling this Sunday.

WEDNESDAY:

Plate & Parcel Last-Minute Holiday Market: Formerly the Linden Hills Holiday Market, this weekly indoor farmers market features a rotating lineup of more than dozen local artisans curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. Also find trees, wreaths and tabletop florals for sale. Wednesday 1–5pm @ Wagner Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Richfield

WEDNESDAY–MONDAY:

Lucy & Co. Tiered Sale: The local dog-wear brand is having an online sale for the weekend. Save 15% on purchases of $50 or more with code HOWLIDAY15, 20% on purchases of $75 or more with code HOWLIDAY20, and 25% on purchases of $100 or more with code HOWLIDAY25 @ www.lucyand.co

⭐️ Sven Clogs Black Friday Sale: Specials include $40 clogs, $99 clog boots and 20% off storewide at the local clog-maker’s warehouse store. Wednesday–Sunday (closed Thanksgiving) @ 10000 Lake Blvd, Chisago City; www.svencomfortshoes.com for hours

MILLE Black Friday Sale: Now through this weekend, save 30% on fall collections from the local women’s boutique online at shopmille.com with code BLACKFRIDAY19

WEDNESDAY–FRIDAY:

Chameleon Shoppes Holiday Pop-ups: This holiday retail pop-up features 25 local makers spread throughout three locations on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, including local fashion label The Cat Lab, jewelry line ROX by Robyne Robinson, Hippy Feet knits and House of Talent fair-trade baskets. Open 11am–3pm every Wednesday–Friday through 12/20 (closed Thanksgiving) @ Gaviidae Common (street & skyway levels) & IDS Center (skyway level). Find a full list of vendors at chameleonconsortium.com

FRIDAY ONLY:

HWMR Presents: Black Excellence Takeover at Urban Lights Music & HWMR Black Friday Holiday Sale: There are two chances to shop North Minneapolis brand HWMR’s apparel on Black Friday. First, head to Urban Lights Music (1449 University Ave W, St Paul) for a HWMR takeover from noon–4pm. Then, head to the brand’s flagship (1500 44th Ave N, Mpls) from 6–9pm to save 30% storewide.

Minneapolis Makers Holiday Pop-up: Indeed Brewing hosts a day of shopping form local makers and artists including Chuck U, Cream & Amber, Burn Boss, Noble Soap Gallry and Brand MN, plus save 20% on Indeed merch and growlers. Friday from noon–8pm @ 711 15th Ave NE, Mpls

FRIDAY & SATURDAY:

Black Friday & Small Business Saturday at June: Find the perfect holiday party look and giftables this weekend at designer fashion resaler June. On Friday, Save 20% on clothing and scarves (excluding vintage). On Saturday, Enjoy holiday treats, mimosas and a jewelry pop-up featuring local brand, Milana Stile. Friday 11am–6pm, Saturday 10am–6pm @ 3406 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls

Plaid Market & OMNI Pop-up Taproom: This two-day market features 20 Minnesota makers including Fox Run Mobile Marketplace, Hagen & Oats and Mezamé Designs, plus OMNI beer. Plus, 7% of all sales will be donated to a nonprofit fighting child hunger. Friday 9am–6pm, Saturday 10am–6pm @ 12459 Elm Creek Blvd N, Maple Grove

gh2 Black Friday Sale: Save 20% storewide at the women's designer resale store. Friday 11am–6pm & Saturday 11am–5pm @ 318 E Hennepin Ave, Mpls

Co-op Shop Holiday Market: Fair State Brewing hosts a two-day pop-up event featuring nearly a dozen local makers, including Gigi Berry’s The Minnesota Pins, Gina Mount Jewelry and Mademoiselle Miel. Friday & Saturday from noon–6pm @ 2506 Central Ave NE, Mpls

Black Friday & Small Business Saturday on Broadway: Northside Economic Opportunity Network (NEON) and West Broadway Business and Area Coalition team up for a two-day shopping event with local shops and businesses. Friday 2–8pm & Saturday 10am–4pm @ 1007 W Broadway Ave, Mpls

Black Friday & Saturday Sale at Frank Murphy: Save 40% storewide at the upscale women’s boutique on everything from special occasion items to everyday statement pieces. Friday & Saturday from 10am–6pm @ 4750 Hwy 61 N, White Bear Lake

Shop Small with Niche: Enjoy sips, sweets and discounts all weekend while shopping sustainable and local brands. Friday 10am–6pm & Saturday 10am–5pm @ 2506 University Ave W, St Paul

Northmade Co. Black Friday & Small Business Saturday Sale: There are two ways at save at the “up north”–themed apparel brand, Northmade Co., this weekend. On Friday, save 25% on storewide online with code BF19 and in store. On Saturday, save 30% on storewide, in store only. Friday 10am–5pm & Saturday 11am–4:30pm @ Northmade warehouse space, 610 SE 9th St #107, Mpls

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

⭐️ 20/20 Sale at the Golden Pearl Vintage: Save 20% on your total purchase storewide (including vintage clothing, jewelry, furs and gift certificates) and receive a $20 gift certificate for future use, plus warm bevies. Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday 10–8pm & Sunday noon–5pm @ 507 E Hennepin Ave, Mpls

⭐️ Black Friday Weekend Sale at Cliché: Save 25% storewide all weekend (!!) at one of my fave local stores, plus enjoy hot apple cider while you shop. It’s the perfect time to find a holiday party look or something cool and cozy. Plus, save 25% online now through Sunday at clichempls.com. Friday 10am–7pm, Saturday 11am–7pm & Sunday noon–6pm @ 2403 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls

Shop Small Sale at Parc: Shop small and save 20% storewide at the North Loop women’s boutique all weekend. They’ll be serving treats on Friday and Saturday. Use code ALLWKD online at parcboutique.com, plus free shipping on orders over $100 (some exclusions apply). Friday 11am–6:30pm, Saturday 10am–5pm, Sunday noon–4pm @ 212 N 2nd St #102, Mpls

Shop Small Sale at Roe Wolfe: The Galleria boutique is announcing new sales and offers daily on their Instagram account, @roe_wolfe, all weekend. Friday 10am–9pm, Saturday 10am–8pm, Sunday 11am–6pm @ 3175 Galleria, Edina

Rewind Vintage Shake on Over Sale: Save 20% storewide at the Northeast vintage clothing gem all weekend. Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday 10am–7pm & Sunday 10am–5pm @ 2852B Johnson St NE, Mpls

Shop Small Sale at Grethen House: Save 40% storewide at both locations of the women’s designer boutique and online at grethenhouse.com. Friday–Sunday (hours differ per location) @ 4930 France Ave S, Edina & 212 3rd Ave N, Mpls

⭐️ Holidazzle featuring Minneapolis Craft Market: The annual Holidazzle winter festival gets an added boost this year with the addition of Minneapolis Craft Market. The market will be bringing different makers each weekend to their space, like fair-trade accessory brand Fair Anita and menswear designer Ivan Idland. Other vendors popping up at Holidazzle include The Abbey Alpacas and do-gooding knitwear brand Hippy Feet. Friday–Sunday (continues hrough 12/22) @ Loring Park, Mpls. www.holidazzle.com for hours

Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt: Downtown Excelsior hosts a German-style, open-air market with holiday foods, entertainment, holiday decor for sale and gift shopping from local vendors. Friday & Saturday 10am–7pm, Sunday 11am–4pm @ East Drive & Water Street, Excelsior; View the full schedule and vendor list at excelsiorchristmas.com

KISA x LUYA Popup: KISA boutique pops up with coats, sweaters and Turkish towels at LUYA's shoe store. Friday & Saturday 10am–6pm, Saturday noon–4pm @ 251 Water St, Excelsior

Thanksgiving Weekend Winter Markets: Minneapolis Craft Market returns to Sociable Cider Works for its annual Thanksgiving weekend outdoor winter markets. Expect a different lineup of local craft artisans along and food vendors each day. Friday–Sunday from noon–5pm @ 1500 Fillmore St NE, Mpls; View full list of vendors at Facebook

⭐️ Keg & Case Holiday Market: St. Paul’s new Keg & Case Market, housed in the former Schmidt Brewery, is a place to try local food and beer. Over the holidays, it’s also hosting a weekend market featuring 20 local artisans with unique goods. There will also be photos with Santa, a tree farm, ice skating and a tree-lighting ceremony on opening night, Friday from 4–7pm. Friday–Sunday from 11am–8pm plus additional dates through 12/24 @ 928 7th St W, St Paul; Visit www.kegandcase.com for full schedule of events and makers.

Plaid Friday & Small Business Saturday at Scarborough Fair: On Friday, the St. Paul women’s boutique will offer the chance to build a custom handbag with textile artist Wabi Creations and skincare consultations. Both days, receive a free gift with purchase over $200 (while supplies last) and shop the “insanity rack” for major deals. Friday & Saturday from 10am–6pm @ 2238 Carter Ave, St Paul

Up Six Vintage Holiday Sale & Small Business Saturday: Save 20% storewide on all vintage items, pick up a new wreath from All Saints Creative made from vintage holiday ornaments, and enjoy cookies and cider on Saturday and Sunday. Friday & Saturday noon–6pm, Sunday noon–4pm @ 189 Snelling Ave N, St Paul

FRIDAY, SATURDAY & MONDAY:

Atelier957 #ShopSmall Sale: Save 20% on everything in store and online at the artfully chic St. Paul boutique. Friday 10am–6pm, Saturday 10am–5pm, Monday 10am–6pm (closed Sunday) @ 957 Grand Ave, St Paul, atelier957.com

FRIDAY–MONDAY:

Hackwith Design House Sale: Save 30% off sitewide on the sustainable, local women’s apparel brand. Friday–Monday @ hackwithdesignhouse.com

SATURDAY ONLY:

⭐️ Small Business Saturday at Winsome Goods: Sustainable womenswear brand Winsome Goods hosts its third annual Small Business Saturday pop-up at its storefront. This year, she’s joined by sustainable style favorites Wild Isles Swim, Tessa Louise, Way the Label, Nine56 Studio, Perennial, ILO Design, ACG, There There, Yessenya, Joeleen Torvick, Hazel & Rose and Al’s Tailoring. Plus, take 20% off all Winsome Goods, 20% off Al’s Tailoring, and enjoy snacks and beverages while you shop. Saturday from 11am–6pm @ 201 6th St SE, Mpls

⭐️ Holiday Market at Duke Albert: Shop a mix of goods from local makers and vendors, including unique vintage wearables, handcrafted jewelry, candles and giftables, including a stash of collectibles from long-shuttered local designer toy store, ROBOTlove and an amazing collection of vintage leather jackets and handbags from local rock icon Lori Barbero. Oh, and I’ll be there, too, with a selection of glittery, party-ready vintage fashions from my personal wardrobe. Other vendors include Moth Oddities, Wacks.Co and Otto Walta. PLUS: cider from Sweetland Orchard and cocktails from 45th Parallel Spirits. Saturday from 11am–6pm @ 2516 & 2518 Central Ave NE, Mpls

⭐️ Small Business Saturday with Ace General and Golden Rule: After checking out the Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt, be sure to stop by nearby holiday pop-up events on Water Street featuring some favorite local makers. Golden Rule hosts pop-ups with an emphasis on customization while your shop, including Lucy & Co. dog-wear, 1130 Forever, NICE NICE ceramics, Dinosaur Hampton, Anna Lisabeth and Protextor Parrish. Ace General Store hosts a photography exhibition from Mariah Brink plus a s’mores bar, drinks, bonfire and wintery photo ops. Saturday from 10am–5pm @ 350 & 356 Water St, Excelsior

⭐️Small Business Saturday at MILLE: Celebrate Small Business Saturday with French bubbles at the cult-favorite women’s boutique, which recently launched its nationally lauded in-house label, MILLE Collection. They're also offering 30% off fall collections at shopmille.com now through this weekend with code BLACKFRIDAY19. Saturday from noon–4pm @ 4760 Grand Ave S, Mpls

Fifty-Sixmas Makers Market: 56 Brewing hosts its annual makers market. The dog-friendly, indoor market features goods from nearly two dozen makers and vintage vendors including Larissa Loden Jewelry, An Upcycled Closet, Lifted Optics wooden sunglasses and Sage & Cedar jewelry. Plus, live jazz, new craft beer releases, wood-fired pizza and a holiday singalong with the Beer Choir Twin Cities. Saturday from 11am–5pm @ 3055 NE Columbia Ave, Mpls

Ginny Sims: CHORUS Opening Reception: View new works by local ceramic artist Ginny Sims inspired by her “lifelong interests in domestic happenings” at modern home design boutique, Forage Modern Workshop. Saturday from 4–7pm @ 4023 E Lake St, Mpls, www.ginnysimsceramics.com

Las Ranas & Friends Small Business Saturday Bash: Shop colorful jewelry by local queer Puerto Rican artist Candida Gonzalez inspired by magic and empowerment, along with Martzia Thometz (Pretty Hard), Tantrum Collective, Junauda Petrus and hclou Art with sounds by Talia Knight and Mixie. Saturday from noon–5pm @ B. Resale, 2613 Nicollet Ave, Mpls

⭐️ Drag the Halls: A Larissa Loden Photo Booth Experience: Celebrate Small Business Saturday at the Larissa Loden workshop at Northrup King Building. Get your photo taken at a holiday photo booth with Lady Boss Santa and Rusty the Drag Elf, and check out the debut of the maker’s first-ever holiday collection, full of vintage sparkle and available in limited quantities. Saturday from 10am–6pm @ 1500 Jackson St NE #265, Mpls; Avoid the photo booth line and reserve a spot via Eventbrite

More artist open studio events at Northrup King for Small Business Saturday:

✨ Strey Collective: Strey Designs, Herland Art Studio, Vikse Designs, Sweet B Design, Joeleen Torvick and Siena Soap Co. will offer snacks, prizes, raffles and giveaways. Noon–4pm @ Northrup King #179
✨ A MANO: Shop unique, beautiful ceramics and craft supplies. 11am–4pm @ Northrup King #252

Artist open studio events at Casket Arts Building for Small Business Saturday:

✨ Indigo & Snow: Grab a friend or your family and learn how to hand-dye your own one-of-a-kind silk scarf in 15 minutes flat. $25 advance, $30 day-of event. 10am-6pm @ Casket Arts, 681 17th Ave NE #215
✨ Neal Jewelry: This weekend is your last chance to get made-to-order, hand-cast jewelry by Lauren Neal in time for Christmas. It’s also a great chance to check out her latest creations in sterling silver, brass, white gold and 14k yellow gold. Noon–4pm @ Casket Arts #318

⭐️ Shop Small, Shop Grand!: St. Paul’s Grand Avenue has gotten a bit more stylish recently with the opening of The Grand Collective, a new collaborative pop-up from the mind of Mona Williams owner Patric Richardson (aka the The Laundry Evangelist). It features a mix of local retailers and Minnesota makers, plus Mona Williams' luxe laundry products. Event: Saturday 11am–6pm. Regular hours: Monday–Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday 11am–6pm, Sunday noon–6pm (closed Thanksgiving) @ 791 Grand Ave, St Paul

⭐️ North Loop Lights: Visit your favorite North Loop businesses on Small Business Saturday for North Loop Lights. Organized by women’s boutique Queen Anna, the event includes holiday window displays, in-store decor and special offers at a few dozen participating retailers. Deals include a free North hat with purchase of a winter parka from Askov Finlayson and get one item 50% off with purchase of one full-priced item. Saturday 10am–6pm @ North Loop, Mpls; Learn more about participating stores and special offers at queenanna.co

Tree-Lighting Ceremony & Small Business Saturday at 50th & France: The Edina shopping district celebrates its local businesses with a tree-lighting ceremony, visits from Santa, a holiday wreath sale, coffee cart, family activities and shopping. Saturday 10am–6pm @ W 50th St & France Ave, Edina

⭐️ Small Business Saturday at The Fitting Room: Shop clothing and accessories by local fashion brands and save 10% on your entire purchase for one day only. Plus, take 20% off $100 gift cards that you can give or keep. Saturday from noon–6pm @ 316 W 38th St, Mpls

Small Business Saturday at Arlee Park: Shop small and shop local with Arlee Park, which sells a curated mix of vintage furniture and clothing. Plus, receive a $5 gift card for every $50 you spend, and pick up a one-of-a-kind wreath by Apricot Floral Design while you’re there. Saturday from 11am–5pm @ 3000 E 50th St, Mpls

SHOW & TELL MPLS One Year Birthday: Welcome the second year of this unique shop centered around interesting and well-designed gifts and home goods by independent brands, just in time for Small Business Saturday. They’ll be celebrating with snack and refreshments. Saturday from 11am–6pm @ 5257 Chicago Ave S, Mpls

Bridget Clark Jewelry Pop-up Sale: Head to the Grand Hand Gallery in St. Paul for a Small Business Saturday pop-up featuring local jewelry maker Bridget Clark. Purchase a piece of her jewelry and receive a 15% off coupon for another item in the gallery to use the same day. Saturday 11am–5pm @ 619 Grand Ave, St Paul

SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

⭐️ Merry Maker’s Studio: True North Collaborative’s inaugural holiday pop-up is an experiential market concept created to celebrate local makers. Enjoy their interactive (and 'gram-worthy) installations, get a selfie with Santa, shop goods from Minnesota makers and brands that give back—including Wacks.Co, Larissa Loden Jewelry, Essence One and B+D Custom Crafts—or try your hand at making something yourself. Saturday & Sunday from 10am–6pm (continues through 12/22) @ Third Haus, 4420 Drew Ave S, Mpls; View www.truenorthcollaborative.com for full schedule of events.

6th Annual Made by Hands Holiday Sale: Find affordable, hand-crafted gifts from modern makers at Bauhaus Brew Labs’ annual two-day holiday sale. There’s a different lineup each day, including local favorites Third Daughter Restless Daughter, Adam Gruetzmacher pottery, Sudify Jewelry, United Goods, Maat Mons and Julia Elise skincare. Saturday noon–8pm & Sunday noon–6pm @ 1315 Tyler St NE, Mpls

Gratitude/Thrift Party at Hunt & Gather: Save 20% storewide at the funky-cool antique shop all weekend, plus join the after-hours gratitude/thrift party on Saturday night from 6–9pm for food, fun and blow-out bargain bins. Saturday 10am–9pm & Sunday noon–6pm @ 4944 Xerxes Ave S, Mpls

Plate & Parcel Holiday Market: Formerly the Linden Hills Holiday Market, this weekly indoor farmers market features a rotating lineup of more than dozen local artisans curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. Also find trees, wreaths and tabletop florals for sale. Saturday & Sunday 10am–3pm (continues through 12/22) @ Wagner Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Richfield

SUNDAY ONLY:

North Loop Holiday Bazaar: The Minneapolis Craft Market takes over Modist Brewing Company in the North Loop for one of its biggest indoor holiday markets of the season. 35 vendors will fill the taproom and warehouse space of the brewery. Makers include TyAnn Zeal Designs jewelry, Nickichicki knitwear, Carver Junk Company and more. Sunday noon–5pm @ 505 N 3rd St, Mpls

Unique Markets Holiday Market: The largest pop-up marketplace in the country for American-made goods, the L.A.-based Unique Markets showcases a locally focused market in each city. The Minneapolis version includes local favorites ACG, Dallas Daws Designs, nine56 Studio, Karen Morris Millinery, Joeleen Torvick, Lulu Organics, Lucy & Co. and many more. Plus, take advantage of refreshments, complimentary mini manicures and spa treatments and free gift-wrap station. Sunday from 11am–5pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Mpls; $5 entry. See the full lineup and get tickets at uniquemarkets.com

Paikka Holiday Open House + Tree Lot: Pick up a Christmas tree by Mother Co. and a handcrafted wreath by Kindred Blooms, and bring an unwrapped toy for a Toys for Tots drive during this open house event. Sunday from 2–5pm @ 550 Vandalia St #165, St Paul

Hygge Holiday Market: Minneapolis Craft Market takes over Lawless Distilling’s back room every Sunday evening in December leading up to Christmas with a rotating lineup of makers. While you’re there, check out Miracle at Lawless, a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar serving holiday cocktails and kitschy decor galore. Sunday from 4–8pm @ 2619 28th Ave S, Mpls

Check back for more sales as they’re announced!

The Shopping List MSP: 11/20–11/24

November 19, 2019

This weekend, I spotlight the best local shopping events with an emphasis on vintage, resale and locally, sustainably made clothing and accessories. Top picks—notated with a ⭐️—include a pair of neighboring artful holiday shopping events north of the North Loop, the annual MCAD art sale, and a massive vintage sale hosted by local music icon Lori Barbero. Find out more about those and more below:

Patricia Madden modeling a Karen Morris Millinery hat. Courtesy Karen Morris Millinery

WEDNESDAY:
Meet & Greet: Lucy & Co and Dogs of Instagram: After getting your pet’s photo taken for Santa Pet Photo Night at Rosedale Center, head to upstairs to Rose & Loon for a dog-friendly meet and greet with Ashley and Ahmed, the founders of local dogwear brand Lucy & Co. and the wildly popular Dogs of Instagram. 5–8pm @ Rose & Loon, Rosedale Center, Roseville

WEDNESDAY–FRIDAY:
Chameleon Shoppes Holiday Pop-ups: This holiday retail pop-up features more than dozen top makers spread throughout three locations on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, including local fashion label The Cat Lab, jewelry line ROX by Robyne Robinson, Hippy Feet knits and House of Talent fair-trade baskets. Open 11am–3pm every Wednesday–Friday through December 20 @ skyway levels of Gaviidae Common & IDS Center. Find a full list of vendors at chameleonconsortium.com

THURSDAY:
Pre-Holiday Vintage Happy Hour: Get your vintage fix at this pop-up event from local vintage vendor The Lucky Stranger, who’ll have vintage dresses, ‘70s blouses, cowboy shirts, leather jackets, fuzzy coats and more to peruse, plus wine and light bites. 4–8pm @ 1835 Park Ave S, Mpls

One Plus Size Holiday Pop-up: Get ready for the holidays as this plus-size pop-up event hosted by One Posh Closet at Queen Anna House of Fashion. Expect a mix of gently used designer and upscale labels, assistance from expert stylists including Hillary Kline, and light refreshments. 6–8pm @ Queen Anna, 109 N 2nd St, Mpls

Shop for a Cause: Realia by Jen & TreeHouse: Local jewelry brand Realia by Jen will be donating a portion of all sales during this event to TreeHouse, a Minnesota-based non-profit that is on a mission to end hopelessness among teens. Rose & Loon will also have a special gift with purchase of $100 or more. 5–8pm @ Rose & Loon, Rosedale Center, Roseville

THURSDAY–SATURDAY:
MCAD Art Sale: One of the most anticipated art events of the year, the MCAD Art Sale offers the chance to buy nearly 7,000 pieces of one-of-a-kind art created by more than 400 MCAD students and recent graduates at affordable prices—under $1,000, with most under $100. Thursday 6–9pm ($150), Friday 6–9pm ($25–$30) & Saturday 9am–5pm (free) @ MCAD, 2501 Stevens Ave, Mpls; tickets at mcad.edu

FRIDAY:
Chelsea Lawrence Fundraiser: A member of the local fashion community needs our help. You’ve probably seen Chelsea Lawrence attending or working behind the scenes at various Fashion Week MN fashion shows, or on as on-air talent for Evine. Now, it’s time for the community to give back. Chelsea recently was struck with a debilitating medical condition and the medical bills are stacking up. This fundraiser will include vendors and raffle items donated by Salon Navarro, WarPaint International, JF Photography, Bird Dog Studio and more with proceeds going to Chelsea. 3–6pm @ Paint Nail Bar Wayzata, 1129 Wayzata Blvd E, Wayzata

FRIDAY & SATURDAY:
⭐️ Lori Barbero Vintage Sale: Local music icon Lori Barbero (of Babes in Toyland fame) is hosting a huge sale this weekend as she downsizes. Look for tons of great vintage clothing for men and women, including dozens of leather, motorcycle and winter coats, hundreds of rock t-shirts, dozens of designer leather purses, furniture and housewares. Friday 3–7pm & Saturday 10am–4pm @ 3228 4th Ave S, Mpls

⭐️ The Artful Present: Holiday Art & Gifting Event: Hosted by Veronique Wantz Gallery north of the North Loop, this weekend-long show features one-of-a-kind giftables from its artists and several guest makers. Look for Kei Gratton’s Tarot paintings and card decks, wax and resin jewelry and batik silk scarves by Silvana Lacreta Ravena, wood-fired stoneware by Samuel Johnson, Yen Chee Design jewelry, and textiles and clothing by Goldfinch Modern Textile Craft and ACG. Pro tip: Head down on Saturday, when neighboring shops ŪMEI and Spring Finn & Co also host holiday events. (More on that below.) Friday 10am–6pm & Saturday 10am–8pm @ Veronique Wantz Gallery, 901 N 5th St, Mpls

Woodsport Open Studio & Sale: The local maker of modern hardwood furniture and lighting hosts its annual open studio and sale featuring Woodsport classics, new pieces, sale items and prototypes. Friday 5–8pm & Saturday 10am–4pm @ 755 N Prior Ave #201, St Paul

FRIDAY–SUNDAY:
Holiday Shop & Stroll: The shops of 50th & Xerxes come together for this annual event with seasonal snacks and sips at each shop, plus up to 20% off at participating stores. Friday & Saturday 10am–6pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ Hunt & Gather Antiques, Loft Antiques, Queenie & Pearl, Vinaigrette, Clarabel, Blondeluxe, Gallery 360 and Nash Frame Design, 50th & Xerxes, Mpls

Founders Co. Shop Grand Opening: Join the Founders Co. (B+D Custom Crafts, Excelsior Candle Co. and MEND Jewelry) for their opening weekend at Ridgedale Center with special promotions both days. Find the shop on the first floor near the Nordstrom and Apple store. 10am–9pm @ Ridgedale Center, Minnetonka

SATURDAY:
⭐️ Spring Finn & Co Holiday Bazaar: Find handmade leather goods and accessories by local maker Spring Finn & Co alongside other unique pieces found by designer Talin Spring in bazaars around the world in limited quantities. Live jazz begins at 6pm. While you’re there, stop by neighboring storefronts Veronique Wantz Gallery and ŪMEI for more holiday shopping happenings. Noon–8pm @ Spring Finn & Co , 875 N. 5th St, Mpls

Mill City Holiday Market: Shop for handmade jewelry, ceramics and other artisan goods at Mill City Farmers Market’s weekly rotating art market, located in the train shed near the entrance to the Mill City Museum. This week features Alana Cuellar Clay, Crankosaurus Press, Larissa Loden Jewelry, Radiate Activewear, Star Thrower Farm and Vikse Designs jewelry. 10am–1pm @ 704 S 2nd St, Mpls

Green Gift Fair: Shop more than 80 eco-friendly vendors at this holiday gift fair while enjoying the global food vendors of the Midtown Global Market. Maker highlights include Create Laser Arts, Emily Floyd Jewelry, Everthine Jewelry, Fair Anita, Hippy Feet, Indigo & Snow, Julia Elise skincare, Sudify Jewelry and True Ethic. 10am–5pm @ Midtown Global Market, 920 E Lake St, Mpls

⭐️ Karen Morris Millinery Holiday Trunk Show: Find the perfect finishing touch to a holiday party look or a practical topper you can wear all winter long at this trunk show featuring the fall/winter hat collection by local milliner, Karen Morris. Noon–3pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

⭐️ W Minneapolis presents Northern Vogue Gala: This first-annual gala will benefit the Foundation for Philippine Medical Missions (FPMM), a non-profit, all-volunteer, grassroots organization based in the Twin Cities with a mission to provide free medical services to different in-need communities in the Philippines. The evening includes a seated dinner, silent auction, entertainment and a fashion show featuring holiday looks from Minnesota-native designers Abbie Ross and Kristi Vosbeck Designs plus Stephanie Lake Design jewelry, Filigree Jewelry, MartinPatrick3, Ribnick Luxury Outerwear, Queenie & Pearl and TJE Fashion. 6pm at W Minneapolis, 821 S Marquette Ave, Mpls. Tickets start at $225 at Eventbrite

SATURDAY & SUNDAY:
Women on the Rise Local Maker Holiday Market: Shop intentionally crafted goods by local women-founded brands at this two-day event featuring a different lineup of makers each day, including LaLunette jewelry, Julia Elise skincare, Mezamé Designs apparel and more, plus skincare consults, palm readings and Salt Cave mobile sessions by reservation. 2–6pm both days @ Healing Elements, 2290 Como Ave, St Paul

Plate & Parcel Holiday Market: Formerly the Linden Hills Holiday Market, this weekly indoor farmers market features a rotating lineup of local artisans curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. 10am–3pm both days @ Wagner Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Richfield

SUNDAY:
Handmade for the Holidays: Hosted by Latin brewery La Doña Cervecería, this one-day market features nearly 20 local makers, including favorites TyAnn Zeal Designs, Fair Anita, SHEMA Apparel and Awesome Industries, curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. Noon–5pm @ La Doña Cervecería, 241 Fremont Ave N Unit B, Mpls

DAILY:
The Grand Collective Holiday Pop-up: St. Paul’s Grand Avenue has gotten a bit more stylish recently with the opening of The Grand Collective, a new collaborative pop-up from the mind of Mona Williams owner Patric Richardson (aka the The Laundry Evangelist). It features a mix of local retailers and Minnesota makers, plus Mona Williams' luxe laundry products. The store will be open through the end of the year. Hours: Monday–Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday 11am–6pm, Sunday noon–6pm @ 791 Grand Ave, St Paul

The Shopping List MSP: 11/13–11/17

November 13, 2019

This week, two local brands drop a collab capsule collection, the first-ever Yarn & Fiber Arts Market debuts, and a run-down of this weekend’s holiday maker’s markets. Here are my top local style + shopping picks for this week:

Yessenya x N.S.O.D.’s capsule collection | Photo: DK Tong

WEDNESDAY:
Holiday Preview Party @ Rose & Loon: Get a jump on your holiday shopping with this holiday preview event at the Rosedale Center store, which carries giftable goods from makers from Minnesota and around the Midwest. The event will include the chance to meet several of its makers, plus cocktails from Sharab Shrubs, meatballs from Lonetti Sisters, a m’ores bar from North Mallow, sweets from Annie B’s, and a gift with every purchase over $100. 5–8pm @ Rose & Loon, Rosedale Center, Roseville

THURSDAY:
James Reilly Sample Sale: Sip & shop some one-of-a-kind pieces by the local designer at incredible prices, from knitwear to ready to wear and beyond. 5–6:30pm @ The Fitting Room,, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

Shop by Candlelight: Browse the locally owned shops of Selby at Snelling in St. Paul, including Lula Vintage Wear, Everyday People, Up Six Vintage (be sure to check out the gorgeous locally made wreaths by All Saints Creative made from vintage Christmas ornaments), Flirt Boutique, Brow Chic and the newly opened women’s clothing boutique Common Coast, with refreshments, discounts and raffles. 5-8pm @ Selby at Snelling, St Paul

Fleur de Lis Reveal Party: The St. Paul flower shop is rebranding. Join in the fun at a reveal party with special offers, giveaways, local bites and drinks, and live portraits by Daughters and Suns. 6–9pm @ Fleur de Lis, 516 Selby Ave, St Paul, free registration at Eventbrite.com

FRIDAY–SUNDAY:
Yessenya x N.S.O.D. "Synchrony” Pop-up Shop: Local fashion label Yessenya debuts its new collaborative capsule collection with another Minneapolis brand, N.S.O.D., at a weekend-long pop-up. The collection was born out of a high school friendship between designers Bris Carbajal of Yessenya and Lil G of N.S.O.D. Accordingly, it draws from both designers’ aesthetics, with a mix of utility accents, oversized silhouettes and sportswear-inspired details in a neutral palette. Noon–8pm daily @ 3109 E 42nd St, Mpls

FRIDAY & SATURDAY:
Robyne Robinson & Laurie Jacobi Trunk Show: View the designs of local designers Robyne Robinson and Laurie Jacobi during this joint two-day trunk show. Robyne’s jewelry is sold around the world and reflects a global lifestyle rich in travel and exotic beauty, while Laurie’s designs are woven into natural fibers by the Pendleton Woolen Mills and sewn into coats, jackets, vests and accessories. Friday noon–4pm, Saturday 11am–3pm @ The Grand Hand Gallery, 619 Grand Ave, St Paul

SATURDAY:
Yard & Yarn Fiber Arts Market: The minds behind the Minneapolis Craft Market is bringing together the best in contemporary textile and fibers artists from across Minnesota for this first-ever, one-day-only market. It includes goods spanning crochet, dressmaking, knitting, macrame, quilting, sewing and weaving from names including Scott J Lehmann, Nokomis Knitting Company, Nickichicki, nest PURE, Mezame Designs, Margaret Mousley Designs, Linda Zimmermann Cashmere and more. 11am–4pm @ Textile Center, 3000 University Ave SE, Mpls

Fall Craft’za: This semi-annual maker’s market is an offshoot of one of the OG modern craft markets, Craftstravaganza, founded back in 2005. It features a handpicked lineup of a whopping 60 artisans and artists working in a range of mediums, from printmaking and ceramics to home decor, apothecary, jewelry, handbags and beyond, including local favorites Larissa Loden, Dottir jewelry, Lulu Organics, Third Daughter Restless Daughter, MBMB // Made by Michelle Brusegaard, Aesthetic Apparatus and Blkk Hand tintype photography, plus a few ones-to-watch: Emily Madland Jewelry, Meraki Handmade Decor and Mezamé Designs. 10am–4pm @ Grainbelt Bottling House, 79 13th Ave NE, Mpls

SATURDAY:
Bubbles, Bites & Boxknots: If you’re like me and have a bunch of beautiful vintage silk scarves sitting in a drawer, here’s the event for you. The Minneapolis queen of scarves, Marly Elizabeth, will be showing all the different ways to tie a scarf at vintage shop AudreyRose Vintage. Bring your own scarf, or pick up something from AudreyRose’s selection of vintage pretties to take part. Tickets are free with RSVP and include enjoy bubbles and brunch bites. (Only 7 spots remain!) 11am–4pm @ Northrup King #238, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls

Vintage Sip n' Shop: Browse the vintage collections of Tandem Vintage and Moth Oddities at this pop-up hosted by sustainable boutique, Niche MN. Friday 5–8pm, Saturday 10am–5pm @ Niche, 2506 University Ave W, St Paul

“Foraged”: Show & Tell Artist Talk: Maker Indigo & Snow and artist Annie Hejny will host a hands-on look into materials that went into creating their joint exhibit, “Foraged,” which features textiles made with natural dyes. $7 presale, $10 door, free for members, 11am–1pm @ Gamut Gallery, 717 S 10th St, Mpls

SUNDAY:
HDH Studio Sale: Enjoy early access to Hackwith Design House’s annual Thanksgiving Sale at the HDH Studio to shop from current collections at an additional 30% off, our $25 bins and more. Plus, Hazel & Rose will also be there with a selection of sustainable and ethically made pieces. 11am–5pm @ 550 Vandalia St #314, St Paul

4th Annual Holiday Bazaar @ Paikka: One of the most anticipated holiday shows of the season, this one features a rare chance to shop many top local artisans who don’t frequent the maker’s market circuit. They include Annika Kaplan’s ANNiKA Jewelry (now based in New Mexico), Ginny Sims ceramics, NEAL jewelry, Maat Mons bags, Martha McQuade’s SCARFSHOP, Lulu Organics, St. Paul women’s boutique Idun, There There Collective jewelry and more, plus tintype photos by Zoey Melf. 11–5pm @ Paikka, 550 Vandalia St, Suite 165, St Paul

Explore even more shopping events featuring local retail and makers:

WEDNESDAY–FRIDAY:
Chameleon Shoppes Holiday Pop-ups: This holiday retail pop-up features more than dozen top makers spread throughout three locations on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, including the skyway level of Gaviidae & IDS Center. Open 11am–3pm every Wednesday–Friday through December 20

FRIDAY:
Holiday Happy Hour Trunk Show: Shop the latest collections by local makers Dottir jewelry, Julia Elise beauty products and ‘Soda Cracklers Candles with complimentary refreshments. 5–7pm @ Rock Paper Scissors Goods, 4806 Chicago Ave S, Mpls

SATURDAY:
Mill City Holiday Market: Find local products plus artisan goods by House of Talents, Indigo & Snow, The Abbey Alpacas, Fair Anita, Vikse Designs and more at this indoor market. 10am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Mpls

Benilde-St. Margaret's Knightsbridge Holiday Boutique Event: Shop liftable goods from Gathered Goods Co, 44 North Boutique, Local Motion, Namakan Goods and more. 10am–3pm @ BSM Haben Center, 2501 MN-100, St Louis Park

Essence One Launch Party: Meet the founder behind this natural, aromatherapy-based bath & body brand during this launch event. Noon–3pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

SATURDAY & SUNDAY:
Plate & Parcel Holiday Market: Formerly the Linden Hills Holiday Market, this weekly indoor farmers market features a rotating lineup of local artisans curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. 10am–3pm both days @ Wagner Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Richfield

SUNDAY:

MN Christmas Market: This annual maker’s market has a charitable twist: All vendors will donate 7% of sales and concessions from the event to a local charity that helps foster kids find their forever homes. Nearly 50 makers will be featured, including Karen Morris Millinery, De Nova, Wellfair Bags, Sanborn Canoe Co., Namakan Fur, Fringe & Fettle Ceramics, Kisa Boutique, Carmine Jack Leather Co., and many more. 10am–5pm @ Nicollet Island Pavilion, 40 Power St, Mpls

Meet the Maker: MEND Jewelry: Meet maker Jordyn DiOrio of local line MEND Jewelry and shop her latest collection. 11am–1pm @ Rose & Loon, Rosedale Center, Roseville

Holiday Spirits Maker Market: Shop handmade goods by local makers including Mya Lambrecht Jewelry, Emily Walker Art + Design, ROMI Apothecary and more, curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. Noon–5pm @ Royal Foundry Craft Spirits, 241 Fremont Ave N, Mpls

Urban Growler Holiday Market: Find makers including Fair Anita, Wild North Co, Cara Corey Designs knitwear, REVL Studio decor and more. 2–7pm @ Urban Growler Brewing Co, 2325 Endicott St, St Paul

DAILY:
The Grand Collective Holiday Pop-up: St. Paul’s Grand Avenue has gotten a bit more stylish recently with the opening of The Grand Collective, a new collaborative pop-up from the mind of Mona Williams owner Patric Richardson (aka the The Laundry Evangelist). It features a mix of local retailers and Minnesota makers, plus Mona Williams' luxe laundry products. The store will be open through the end of the year. Hours: Monday–Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday 11am–6pm, Sunday noon–6pm @ 791 Grand Ave, St Paul

The Shopping List MSP: 11/6–11/12

November 5, 2019

This week, I’m kicking things off a little early with today’s opening of the Chameleon Shoppes holiday pop-ups downtown, a maker pop-up and workshop series that’s worth the trip to Duluth, and vintage shopping galore. Here are my top local style + shopping picks for this week:

Stylist Priyanka Premo in a look from AudreyRose Vintage, photographed by Dammel Photographic Works

WEDNESDAY–FRIDAY:

Chameleon Shoppes holiday pop-ups open: This holiday retail pop-up features more than dozen top makers spread throughout three locations on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. Visit Reparations Apparel and L.I.F.E. Custom Clothing on the first floor of Gaviidae Common, and check out more than 20 other retailers on the skyway level of Gaviidae and IDS Center, including jewelry from ROX and Jac & Violet, fashions from The Cat Lab, and fair-trade baskets from House of Talents. Open 11am–3pm every Wednesday–Friday through December 20 @ Gaviidae Common & IDS Center, downtown Mpls

THURSDAY:

AudreyRose Vintage Style Shoot: As part of First Thursdays at the Northrup King Building, vintage shop AudreyRose Vintage is hosting an evening of photographic vintage fun. She’ll be joined by stylish Priyanka Premo and Dammel Photographic Works, who’ll style and shoot attendees in vintage garb, photobooth-style. Come join in on the fun along with sips and shopping, and check out other open studios while you’re at it. 5–9pm @ Northrup King #238, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls

It’s our Birthday! @ Pharmacie: The Lyndale boutique celebrates its 6th birthday with a party, and everyone’s invited. If you haven’t been in awhile, it’s worth checking out again—the gift and home store recently expanded to add a thoughtful selection of menswear and men’s accessories from some very cool, lesser-known brands. And it’s still a great spot to grab a unique, “where’d you find that?” host/hostess gift. 5–9pm @ Pharmacie, 2743 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls

FRIDAY:

Askov Finlayson Grand Reopening + Winter Parka Launch: Celebrate the launch of the homegrown brand's new "radically sustainable, climate-positive" winter parka and the reopening its North Loop flagship store, with cocktails from Marvel Bar, snacks & s'mores. The parka is the first product to use 3M Thinsulate 100% Recycled Featherless Insulation, and it's built to endure Minnesota winters. You can order it now at askovfinlayson.com or shop in store. 5–7pm @ Askov Finlayson, 200 N 1st St, Mpls

SATURDAY & SUNDAY:

SHOP + MAKE: An Interactive Pop-up: Here’s a good excuse for a trip up to Duluth for the weekend: Vikre Distillery is hosting a pop-up market featuring some top Minnesota makers, like Celina Kane, Winsome Goods, Hemlocks Leatherworks, ScarfShop, Duluth–based Instagram fashion resaler Noihsaf Bazaar, and more. And that’s not all—there will be workshops both days, including intro to embroidery, denim repair, and more, plus (of course) craft cocktails whipped up by the Vikre staff. Saturday noon–8pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ Vikre Distillery, 525 S Lake Ave, Duluth. Sign up for the workshops at eventbrite.com

While you’re in Duluth, check out some of my other favorite spots:

🌲 Annex Novelty, a gift shop featuring Spirit Valley Vintage

🌲 Father Time Antiques, a truly epic antique store

🌲 Bailey Builds, a collaborative makers marketplace

🌲 Anchor Bar in Superior, the best (and cheapest) burgers in the land, cheap bear and shipwreck decor galore

SUNDAY:

Minneapolis Vintage Market: This monthly market is a can’t-miss for local vintage fashion fans, boasting a rotating lineup of dozens of local vendors. This month’s edition includes Moth Oddities, Kollektiv, My Sisters’ Closet, Glam Diggers Vintage, Älskling and more. $10 early bird admission 11am–noon, free entry noon–5pm @ Chowgirls at Solar Arts, 711 15th Ave NE, Mpls

TUESDAY:

Stephanie’s Charity Birthday Party: Local artist Stephanie Dillon of Fleur de Junk is celebrating her birthday for a good cause with a day of philanthropic shopping. It will feature a rare pop-up trunk show by Stephanie Lake Design, with jewelry sales benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities, plus food and drinks sponsored by MartinPatrick3, Cambria, Fhimas Minneapolis, Cozen O’Connor and Big Watt Coffee. 11am–8pm @ MartinPatrick3, 2212 3rd Ave N, Mpls

DAILY:

The Grand Collective Holiday Pop-up: St. Paul’s Grand Avenue has gotten a bit more stylish recently with the opening of The Grand Collective, a new collaborative pop-up from the mind of Mona Williams owner Patric Richardson (aka the The Laundry Evangelist). It features a mix of local retailers (June Resale, SHOP in the CITY, vintage seller Moth Oddities, Scout and North Dakota boutique Jax & Henley) and Minnesota makers (WAAM Industries, Minnesota Made, NICE NICE Ceramics, Hagen & Oats and more), plus Mona Williams' line of luxe laundry products. The store will be open through the end of the year, and maybe longer. Hours: Monday–Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday 11am–6pm, Sunday noon–6pm @ 791 Grand Ave, St Paul

Here are a few more recommended local maker events this weekend:

Nokomis Fall Urban Craft & Art Fair: This annual fall event features 48 local indie crafters and artists selling handmade gifts, artisan food, textiles, art and more. Saturday from 9:30am–4pm @ Lake Nokomis Recreation Center, 2401 E Minnehaha Pkwy, Mpls

Artists Boutique by the Creek: Find jewelry, pottery and art by Bridget Clark, Wild Birds Flying and more. Saturday from 10am–5pm @ 5012 S 12th Ave, Mpls

Plate & Parcel Holiday Market: Formerly the Linden Hills Holiday Market, this weekly indoor farmers market features a rotating lineup of local artisans curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. Saturday from 10am–3pm @ Wagner Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Richfield

Vikse Designs Holiday Trunk Show: Check out the latest designs by the local maker made from stone and sterling silver. Saturday from noon–3pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls

My 2013 fashion shoot with Sports Illustrated Swim Model Haley Kalil

October 21, 2019

In summer 2013, I styled a small fashion editorial for l’étoile magazine, a now-defunct Minneapolis arts and fashion publication founded in 2005. (It ended its run a couple of years ago.) This spread highlighted candy-colored designs by emerging Minneapolis designers Claire Ward and Lindsey DeWitt along with pieces from local designer boutique Grethen House, as worn by an up-and-coming model, Haley O’Brien. The model, who had won the Miss Minnesota Teen pageant in 2010 when she was 17 years old, went on to become Miss Minnesota 2014, and that was the last I’d heard about her.

That is, until this past summer when I saw a familiar face pop up in my Twitter newsfeed. After some googling, I confirmed that one of the models featured in the 2019 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue was indeed the same Haley, now using her married name, Haley Kalil. (She married one-time Minnesota Viking player Matt Kalil in 2015.) After double majoring in biomedical science and psychology, with a minor in chemistry, Haley worked as an immunology lab tech and was planning to take the MCAT when she spotted the Sports Illustrated casting call on Instagram. She went on to win the competition for the opportunity to appear in the magazine.

Below, see the spread we did together, presented for the first time since its original publication:

Trend Focus: Retail Brands Take a Page from Magazines with Editorial Content

January 7, 2019

As brands try to differentiate themselves in the marketplace and engage their customers in new ways beyond traditional advertising, many are taking a page from magazines—literally. Brands such as Banana Republic and Nordstrom are using longform, editorial-style articles to tell the story of their brands and products. These articles often offer useful tips and other valuable information with the aim of increasing a customer’s connection with the brand and, as a result, increased sales.

As a copywriter currently working for a major retail brand with a background in magazine editorial writing, this trend has piqued my interest. As a writer for print publications, I often told the stories of brands and products through a personal, editorial lens—so as a brand, why not tell your own story?

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E-commerce brand, Net-A-Porter, paved the way for this trend when it was founded in 2000, and its editorial-style content has been the foundation of its business. Unlike traditional retail brands, Net-A-Porter began as a shoppable online fashion magazine, paving the way for this recent trend. Last February, they formed a new group called Porter Digital that posts editorial content daily instead of weekly at Net-A-Porter.com and the Net-A-Porter app, providing shoppers with the ability to purchase items with just one click. The e-retailer’s weekly magazine, The Edit, has since been rebranded PORTEREdit, and the brand also produces a bi-monthly glossy magazine called simply PORTER.

Recently, more traditional retail brands have looked to fashion magazines to market themselves to their customers. Banana Republic has a magazine-inspired blog called The Republic that features a monthly “Editors’ Letter,” shoppable mood board–inspired lookbooks and even inspirational travel blog posts. Nordstrom uses its blog, The Thread, to offer in-depth profiles of its fashion brands, skincare tips from dermatologists, fashion week trends and more—all shoppable, of course. Levi’s Off the Cuff blog shows shoppers tips on how to wear denim on denim and DIY denim ideas. Aveda’s Living Aveda blog offers easy hair tips and detailed information about their natural products. Even JCPenney has a style blog with tips on everything from how to pick the right flat iron for your hair to finding the right bra.

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Even brands that don’t have a dedicated style blog or online magazine are creating editorial-inspired experiences on their website and social media platforms. For example, Target’s website offers beauty how-tos and other information-packed, beautifully designed experiences:

So, are these storytelling devices effective when it comes to the bottom line? Until the next big thing in marketing comes along, I predict they’ll continue to be a great way for a brand to tell its story (and demonstrate its fashion and design chops) directly to its customers.

City Pages' Best Dressed of 2018 is...

April 18, 2018

Me?!

Today I learned that I was named "Best Dressed" in City Pages' Best of 2018 issue. I didn't know I was being considered, so it was very much a surprise! Read the writeup in full below. [link]

I decided to throw together some photos of some of my favorite looks over the past year. Because fashion is fun!

At the Polo for Philanthropy Derby Day party in May 2017 in vintage dress from My Sister's Closet and vintage hat (with my partner Don Greene)

In a promotional image for the Walk the Wooftop fashion show benefiting the Animal Humane Society in August 2017 in vintage skirt from Via's Vintage, Peter Jensen heels from Mona Williams, handmade kitty sweater by Max Lohrbach, and vintage hat and … — In a promotional image for the Walk the Wooftop fashion show benefiting the Animal Humane Society in August 2017 in vintage skirt from Via's Vintage, Peter Jensen heels from Mona Williams, handmade kitty sweater by Max Lohrbach, and vintage hat and gloves. (Photo: Jessica Zerby)

At Red Carpet for Hope for St. Jude's Children's Hospital at the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel in January 2017 in vintage Young-Quinlan mink and vintage 1920s hat (with Sarah Edwards)

I AM Inspired! April 2017 at Hewing Hotel in vintage dress and hat (with Carter Averbeck and Richard Anderson)

At the Polo Classic in Maple Plain in August in vintage dress from the Golden Pearl Vintage (with Richard Anderson)

At Polo En Blanc in August 2017 in vintage dress and bloomers, plus vintage hat & shoes from the Golden Pearl Vintage

Modeling in the Walk the Wooftop fashion show benefiting the Animal Humane Society in August 2017 at ElseWarehouse in look from Cliché (Photo: Jay Larson)