This week’s local shopping and style highlights include an open studio event from local fashion label Hackwith Design House, a Halloween fashion show, and makers markets galore.
Hackwith Design House hosts open an studio event this weekend. (Photo: @cookiecat.herine)
WEDNESDAY:
Dancing Arms Hair Accessory Collection Drop
Emma Olson, the former owner of sustainable Minneapolis shop Hazel & Rose, moved to L.A. last year to embark a new path. Part of that path has been to launch a new brand of handmade hair accessories she makes using punch needle embroidery (a technique typically used to craft rugs). True to her sustainable, shop-small ethos, Dancing Arms items are made using natural or repurposed fibers and materials, ensuring as little waste as possible. (Tiny yarn scraps are currently being accumulated for a secret future project.) She's launching the line of barrettes and one special headband this week online. Launches Wednesday at 5pm CDT @ dancingarms.com
Fringe & Fettle Ceramics Online Shop Update
Local potter Joanna Craw has become known for her handmade functional pottery business, Fringe & Fettle Ceramics, which she calls “modern heirlooms for your everyday.” She is doing a big shop update on her Etsy this week—making it the perfect time for a fall home update. Launches Wednesday @ 7pm @ etsy.com/shop/FringeandFettle
THURSDAY:
Nicollet Farmers Market & Makers Market
The Nicollet Makers Market has teamed up with the Nicollet Mall Farmers Market to offer unique handmade goods and delicious food from dozens of local artisans and farmers with a goal of being representative and inclusive of the community. Thursdays 6am–2pm through 10/28 along Nicollet Mall between 6th to 8th Streets, downtown Minneapolis, nicolletmakersmarket.com
American Craft Council Library Open House
After almost two years of being closed, the American Craft Council Library will reopen to the public. The library houses books, exhibition catalogues, periodicals, newsletters and more about modern craft dating from 1940 to today. To celebrate, they’re hosting an open house with private tours from the American Craft Council librarian, a raffle of American Craft Council memberships, a popup booth with Knitting in the Wild, a craft book sale, food from Kieran’s Kitchen at Food Building and DelSur Empanadas, and drinks from Fair State Brewing. Thursday 5–7:30pm @ American Craft Council Library, 1224 Marshall St NE, Minneapolis, instagram.com/craftcouncil
Yves Salomon Launch at Bumbershute
Celebrate the newest addition to the luxury lineup of designer clothing boutique, Bumbershute, Yves Salomon, with this in-store event hosted by stylist Anthony Chow. Yves Salomon is synonymous with fine furs and French craftsmanship, making its name supplying famed fashion houses like Louis Vuitton, Prada, Dior and Yvees Saint Laurent. Now a heritage brand in its own right, Yves Salomon has begun introducing non-fur materials, including shearling. The fashion house also has a line of upcycled fur items named Pieces, for which collaborators are invited to utilize the brand’s archive and recreate garments using some of its stock. With that being said, all of the fur the brand does source is controlled by Fur Mark, a strict independent certification relegated in the direction of animal welfare. Thursday 6–8pm @ Bumbershute, 3811 W 50th St, Minneapolis, bumbershute.com; contact the store at 952-475-2684 to preview the collection privately.
The Red Eye Vintage Story Sale
This week, local fashion stylist Jalyn Rose is having a story sale featuring all the looks featured in the segment for her vintage brand, The Red Eye, at the Rose & Bowl fashion show held during Fashion Week MN this past September. Thursday at 7pm @ instagram.com/jalynrosestyling
THURSDAY–SATURDAY:
Hackwith Design House: Open Shopping Hours
Come shop in-person at the Hackwith Design House studio during this special weekend event. They’ll have racks of discounted past-season items, current fall designs at 20% off, and Sustain Shop samples that aren't listed online yet. Masks are strongly encouraged. Enter on Charles from the east side, then park and enter through the front doors on Charles Ave. Thursday, Friday & Saturday noon–4pm each day @ Hackwith Studio, 2340 Charles Ave. St. Paul, hackwithdesignhouse.com
FRIDAY:
Nightmare on Lyndale
Join WALRUS resale art store and fashion producer IamMoody for Nightmare on Lyndale, an evening of haunting looks, artist-designed masks, and spooky fashion. Wear your favorite gothic looks, whether it's from the 1990s or the 1690s, and enjoy creepy cookies and adult beverages while you enjoy art and fashion by local fashion brand, Bittersweet Designs. Friday 6–10pm @ WALRUS, 4400 N Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $20 @ eventbrite.com
FRIDAY & SATURDAY:
Autumn & Holiday Market
Head out to Erickson Farmstead in Isanti for their Autumn & Holiday Market. The event highlights goods from local makers, artists and artisans from the area, plus vintage finds, farm items, salvaged pieces, reworked and recycled home goods and more from more than 50 vendors. More festivities are planned, including carriage rides and food trucks. Tickets are $5 at the gate or $3 in advance (kids under 18 free). Friday & Saturday 10am–5pm both days @ Erickson Farmstead, 1376 261st Ave NE, Isanti, ericksonfarmstead.com
FRIDAY & SUNDAY:
Tomodachi presents Artist in the Cube: @PinkThirst Alive
Artist in the Cube is a new live performance series taking place within a 12'x12'x12' cube within Tomodachi. A unique, locally owned store specializing in toys and pop culture, Tomodachi brings artists, musicians, painters and cartoonists alike from around the globe to perform in front of Mall of America visitors. @PinkThirst Alive will feature artist, Carol Trindade, living inside a meticulously crafted op-art stage, and shoppers will be able to see, hear and interact with the performance through the store's window. @PinkThirst is a traveling creative duo composing two artists of wildly different backgrounds: Carol Trindade, a performance artist from Brazil who combines the elements of contemporary dance, Butoh, clown, and pantomime into a fresh, new style of her own; and Dr. Clement Shimizu a creative technologist specializing in information visualization, video game design, and interactive art installation. Friday & Sunday from 1–2:30pm & 3:30–5pm both days @ Tomodachi Mall of America, 384 North Garden, Bloomington, facebook.com/tomodachi.us
SATURDAY:
Wright County Swappers Meet - Final Weekend
The WCSM is a farmers market, art fair, antique mall, garden center, sporting goods store and garage sale in South Haven, MN. This large outdoor market features 150-250 vendors on an average weekend with 300+ vendors holiday weekends. Saturdays through 10/30. Hours: 7:30am–1pm, weather dependent @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, facebook.com/AnnandaleFleaMarket
Stillwater Farmers Market - Final Weekend
Find organic food, vegetables, crafts, fruits and local specialties from two dozen local farmers and food makers during this weekly market. Saturdays through 10/30. Hours: 7:30am–noon @ Riverview Parking Lot of Stillwater Veterans Memorial, S. 3rd St E. Pine St Stillwater, facebook.com
Mill City Farmers Market
A summer mainstay since 2006, this weekly market features over 120 local farmers, food makers and artisans with a goal of building a local, sustainable and organic food economy in a vibrant, educational outdoor marketplace. This weekend’s artisan highlights include Christy Wetzig (ceramics), Onkkafirte (handcrafted Lazy Susans) and The Abbey Alpacas (hand-knit alpaca goods). Saturday from 9am–1pm @ Mill City Farmers Market, 750 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
The Styl'd Life Home: A Lifestyle & Shopping Event
Local, Black-owned lifestyle and home brand, The Styl'd Life by Nina B., is hosting a special pop-up event featuring its giftable goods for sale plus special guests, fellow Black-owned local businesses Central Oak Apothecary and Kobico Co. Be sure to head next door to pick up a dried floral bouquet by local floral studio, Warmhouse Story. Saturday 10am-1pm @ LAB Mpls, 1629 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, instagram.com/the_styldlife
Merch Dog Vintage Halloween-Eve Sale
Merch Dog Vintage is presenting a special sale at its St. Paul storefront featuring tons of vintage goodies and blowout deals on fall and winter gear. Saturday noon–4pm @ Merch Dog Vintage, 986 Dale St N, St Paul, instagram.com/merch_dog_vintage
Día De Los Muertos Festival: Makers Market
Join Latinx-owned craft brewery, La Doña Cervecería, for a full-day celebration of Día De Los Muertos. The festivities kick off with with a vendor market and ofrenda installations from local artists beginning at noon featuring Chingona Goods and more, and a free crafting workshop (1–3pm), plus a virtual remembrance ceremony throughout the day. Enjoy food from La Tiendita and Que Tal Street Eats and sip La Doña beers while you shop. The evening continues with live music from local bands. Saturday, market begins at noon, 5pm doors for live music @ La Doña Cervecería, 241 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, facebook.com
Trick-or-Treat at 50th & France
While you are out shopping and dining, get ahead on your candy collection with Trick-or-Treating at 50th and France! Stop into participating stores for some sweet treats for the kiddos and special promotions for the grown-ups. Participating retailers include June Resale, Fashion Avenue, Coccinella, Stranger & Co., and Nolan Mains shops Billy Reid and DUGO. Plus, register for the free event to be entered into a drawing for a $100 gift card to the shop or restaurant of your choice. Find more details at the Eventbrite page. Saturday 1–4pm @ 50th & France, Edina. Register for free @ eventbrite.com
SATURDAY & SUNDAY:
Glam Diggers Vintage Indoor Driveway/Studio Sale
Local vintage seller fave, Glam Diggers, is hosting a blowout sale at its new studio to make room for more goodies.. Most items will be under $20; dealers and shoppers alike are welcome. Hot tips: Wear something that you can easily try things on over (like leggings and a fitted tank), and BYOB (bring your own bag). All forms of payment accepted. Saturday 10am–6pm & Sunday 10am–2pm @ 3338 University Ave SE, 3rd floor, Minneapolis, instagram.com/glamdiggersvintage
SUNDAY:
Minneapolis Craft Market @ Linden Hills Farmers Market
Final outdoor market of the season! Join Minneapolis Craft Market for their ongoing makers popup series at Linden Hills Farmers Market. Find handmade crafts from local makers along with fresh produce, baked goods, food trucks, live music and more from more than 50 vendors. Note: Masks are required to shop. Sunday 10am–1pm through October @ Settergren's of Linden Hills parking lot, 2913 W 43rd St, Minneapolis, lindenhillsfarmersmarket.org
ENDS SUNDAY:
Autumn Retro Collection 50% off Sale at Arc’s Value Village
Halloween is an important fundraising season for Arc’s Value Village because many new thrifters come in looking for costumes. Dubbed the Autumn Retro Collection, the nonprofit thrift store’s revamped Halloween costume shop will feature creative, discounted retro clothing and accessories at great prices. Plus, this week everything in the collection is 50% off. Ends 10/31 @ 3 locations including Bloomington, New Hope & Richfield, arcsvaluevillage.org
MONDAY:
Foxglove Online Market Reopening
After shutting down over the pandemic, Christine Hoffman’s Foxglove floral shop is reopening its online marketplace for online orders. Foxglove started as a brick-and-mortar store and floral studio in St. Paul, and becoming a leading the Twin Cities slow-flower movement, before closing in 2016. Since then, the local, chemical-free flower advocate has gone on to offer organic floral design, floral workshops and dried flower arrangements. Reopening Monday @ www.foxglovemarket.com
NEXT TUESDAY:
Greenhouse Salon & Shop Opening Day
The Bryn Mawr neighborhood has welcomed a new storefront: Greenhouse, a salon and shop. Founded by Emilia Luciano of Second Life Thrift—a retail vet with 15 years of retail and customer service experience—and Jae Wencl, a master hair stylist with over 15 years of experience in the salon industry. Greenhouse specializes in organic hair care and also sells house plants, plant care, vintage home decor and accessories, and handmade goods by local makers, and plan to also sell vintage clothing and handmade clothing and accessories from rotating vendors. They also have plans to offer workshops on houseplant care, design and maintenance. A soft opening is scheduled for this Tuesday, with a grand opening party in December. Hours: Tuesday–Friday 10am–7pm & Saturday 11am–5pm @ 408 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis, instagram.com/greenhouse_408
UPCOMING TICKETED EVENTS:
Tickets are now on sale for FGI’s semi-annual Communiqué Fashion Report & Global Presentation highlighting Spring/Summer 2022 global runway fashion trends. The presentation is followed by a conversation and Q&A with a panel of local experts, including local fashion producer and stylist Grant Whittaker. Tickets $20 members, $35 general public, free for students @ fgimsp-communiquepresentation2022.eventbrite.com
Tickets have been announced for Hydda Way: Made-in-Minnesota Experience. Creative studio LAB Mpls is collaborating with a group of their favorite local brands and artisans for a special retail shopping experience coming to The Northern Express the first three weekends in December in Excelsior. Get tickets now through 10/31 with code LABLOVESMN for an exclusive 10% off discount @ thenorthernexpress.org/tickets
ONGOING:
B. Resale launches Free Closet & Pay-It-Forward Program
Buy/sell/trade thrift shop B. Resale is launching a free closet and pay-it-forward program. True to B. Resale's community-oriented mission, it's an initiative to help the community have better access to a basic necessity. How it works: When coming in to sell your clothing, you can choose to donate select pieces that are in good condition to the free closet to help houseless folks and anyone else in need. Plus, anyone can donate a portion of their store credit toward the pay-it-forward fund so everyone can have access to shop at B. Resale. Note: This isn't a drop-off service; staff will have final say in what items they'd like to take based on current inventory levels. Now @ B. Resale, 2613 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, instagram.com/bresalempls
Jenny Carle Sample Sale
Local fashion designer Jenny Carle has been a mainstay of the Minnesota fashion community for more than a decade. Now, she’s gathered up samples from her collections over the years for a sample sale with deeply discounted prices of only $10 to $50—an absolute steal considering each of these pieces is handmade and one of a kind. It’s hosted by St. Paul consignment shop Encore Boutique, so it’s also a great opportunity to check out their latest fall falls (including their amazing vintage section). Now through 10/31 @ Encore Boutique, 242 Hamline Ave S, St Paul, instagram.com/jennycarle
Ashley Mary Art Print Sale
Through the month of October, local artist Ashley Mary is having a rare print sale. Save 20% off all prints in her online shop. Ends 10/31 @ ashleymary.com
Ribnick Furs Closing Sale
The Twin Cities' last remaining furrier is closing its doors after 76 years of business. Owner Bill Ribnick, whose grandfather Isaac Ribnick started the business in 1945, decided to retire and sell the North Loop building in which the business has been located. The closing sale is now 40–80% off storewide, including fur, shearling, leather, cashmere, down and accessories, and is expected to run through the end of the year. Now through 12/31 @ Ribnick Luxury Outerwear, 224 N 1st St, Minneapolis, ribnickouterwear.com
NOW OPEN:
Vuefinder Optical
Uptown Minneapolis has welcomed a new locally owned eyewear shop this week, and it’s going to become your new go-to for unique, cool frames. Vuefinder Optical is owned and operated by Nadine Gross, an ABO-certified optician with more than 20 years of experience (you may recognize her from her days at Visionary Optical and eyebobs eyewear) styling clients with the eyewear they love. The eyewear pro is beloved by her clients for suggesting the perfect frame for your face and your style, and getting you the right lenses. The store carry new lenses from brands including Killsgaard, Raen, Woow, Fatal Eyewear, Dolabany, The Abord Eyewear Co, and Wolf Eyewear, plus she’s also repurposing gently worn designer and vintage frames via consignment. Appointments are encouraged Monday through Friday; Saturdays are open for walk-ins only, with limited capacity for COVID-19 safety precautions. Now open @ 2909 Bryant Ave S #205, Minneapolis, vuefinderoptical.com
Haus Theory
After months of preparation, Twin Cities vintage seller Haus Theory has opened its first storefront. Located in White Bear Lake, the shop features hand-picked and restored vintage furniture and home decor alongside well-designed modern pieces, with an emphasis on a less-is-more, intentional shopping experience. You can still shop select pieces on their e-shop, too. Now open Saturdays & Sundays 11am–6pm @ 2182 3rd St, White Bear Lake, haustheory.com
Bench Pressed
Longtime local mom-and-pop letterpress and design studio is opening its first storefront. The shop will feature their own stationery and greeting cards, letterpress printed by hand with antique equipment, plus apothecary items for body and bath from other small indie brands, home decor and kitchenware, and creative gifts for kids. Masks are required to shop. October hours: Tuesday–Saturday 10am–4pmish for the soft opening; more solid hours will be in place for November. Now open @ 2010 26th Ave S #2, Minneapolis, benchpressed.net
Roseline’s Place
Northeast Minneapolis’ Central Avenue is now home to Roseline’s Place, owned by Roseline Friedrich of local soy + vegan candle maker Roseline’s Candles, an Immigrant- and Black-Woman-owned local business that sells its candles in recycled jars. Roseline’s Place offers their own goods along with a mix of items from other makers, including body butters from Dipp’d in Hunnie, as well as candle-making classes. You can also contribute to their ongoing GoFundMe to support store-opening costs at gofundme.com. Now open @ 2430 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, instagram.com/roselinesplace
Tandem Vintage
After a stint within the FindFurnish storefront in Northeast Minneapolis before hunkering down within its home studio during the pandemic, Tandem Vintage is striking out on its own with its first storefront. Founded by Amanda Baumann in 2011, Tandem specializes in colorful, playful, wearable vintage clothing, accessories and home goods from a mix of decades with a sustainable ethos. During the beginning of the pandemic, she was among the first local vintage sellers to do Instagram story sales—a blink-and-you-miss-it event that was ideal for couch shopping. Now, you can peruse her goods in person at her cozy, colorful storefront, located within the space formerly occupied by The Fitting Room (which has since moved to a larger space next door). Now open @ 316 W 38th St, Minneapolis, tandemvintage.com
Moth Oddities
After nearly seven years selling vintage online, in local pop-ups and on the road, Moth Oddities has finally opened the doors to their new storefront in Northeast Minneapolis this weekend. Owners and partners Yana Pietras and Ian O'Neill source their vintage clothing and accessories on cross-country road trips in their 1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer named Eleanor as well as from a buyer from Italy. In addition to vintage, the duo will sell products by makers (both local and from around the U.S.) who put an emphasis on sustainable practices, especially those from BIPOC & LGBTQIA communities, including Duke Albert, Oya Beauty and Gigi’s Flair Emporium. Now open: Friday & Saturday noon–6pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ 2201 NE 2nd St, Minneapolis, mothoddities.com
Audrey Rose Vintage
Over a decade since she founded Audrey Rose Vintage, owner Jessie Witte has opened her first brick-and-mortar. Specializing in vintage clothing, accessories and home goods made in the USA with natural fibers, Audrey Rose Vintage had a studio space in the Northrup King Building for several years, where it often hosted live photo shoot parties during the building’s First Thursday nights. Expect more of that sort of fun at the new shop. Hours for this week are Wednesday 3–9pm, Thursday 11am–4:30pm, Friday 11am–6pm & Saturday 11am–5pm @ 2237 E 38th St, Minneapolis, audreyrosevintage.com
Community Commons at Mall of America
Last fall, the Mall of America debuted Community Commons, a new, rent-free space dedicated to businesses struggling due to the pandemic or displaced due to civil unrest over the summer. Following its first run, the store has reopened with a fresh mix of local businesses owned by people of color. New vendors include Arway Bags, clothing brand Love Disorder, Bogaballoons, Silk Road Wellness, LEVELS apparel and more. The storefront is also acting as a launching pad for some brands—Herbal Alchemy, a former Community Commons vendor, has just opened its own storefront. Now open @ Level 2, South, Mall of America, Bloomington, mallofamerica.com/directory/communitycommons
LEGACY
After designer resale shop June announced its move to 50th & France, we wondered what was coming to its former storefront near Lyndale & Lake in Uptown. The secret’s now out: The storefront is now home to LEGACY, a vintage clothing and home shop run by June owner Daune Stinson’s daughter, Ruby, who recently moved back home from NYC after over a decade working in the fashion and retail industry. June’s little sister store features a fresh, more casual mix of brands, more vintage goods, and a lower price-point than June, similar to that of most vintage stores. Now open. Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 11am–5pm @ 3406 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, 612-545-7470, shopthelegacy.com
Check out my Minnesota Vintage Directory, a curated listing of vintage stores and online sellers across the state for both clothing and home.
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