This week’s local shopping and style highlights include a brewery makers market crawl in Northeast and holiday makers markets galore, plus find a guide to the best local shops to find gifts from local makers.
Designer Kevin Kramp debuts a new capsule collection of original knit scarves this week at MartinPatrick3. (Photo: Peter Jamus)
NEW THIS WEEK:
Kevin Kramp Scarves Drop @ MartinPatrick3
Minnesota-based knitwear designer Kevin Kramp has debuted a new capsule collection of original, machine-knit scarf designs this week at MartinPatrick3. The capsule includes a range of five decadent colorways, made in the U.S. with Italian yarns in various combinations of cashmere, alpaca, camel, wool and cotton. It's the first time Kramp will be selling his unique knitwear in years, so don’t miss your chance to pick up a special piece that will be a staple in your winter wardrobe for years to come. Available now @ MartinPatrick3, 212 3rd Ave N, Minneapolis, martinpatrick3.com
Love Your Melon's Build Your Own Beanie
Local brand Love Your Melon has just launched a Build Your Own Beanie bar at its North Loop storefront. Choose your beanie type, color, patch and pom, and watch your beanie get made. Great for gifting (and keeping)! The bar is available during the store’s open hours, no appointment needed. Hours: Thursday–Sunday 10am–6pm. Now available @ Love Your Melon, 226 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, loveyourmelon.com
Les Sól Vintage Launches
In addition to its assortment from vintage vendor Frances Finds, Linden Hills boutique Les Sól is now stocking its own retro line, Les Sól Vintage. Expect a fun, fresh selection of vintage leather jackets, ‘80s sweaters, unisex denim, and everything in between. Now available in store & online @ Les Sól, 4353 S Upton Ave Unit 104, Minneapolis, shoplessol.com
Wrapture Artist-Designed Wrapping Paper Launches
The idea for Wrapture came to local illustrator and designer Chris Larson through pandemic boredom—an idea sparked to brighten the days of his loved ones through a series of original wrapping paper designs. Now, with the official launch of his brand Wrapture, he’s making those designs available to everyone in time for the holiday gift-giving season. Each edition includes eight designs on double-sided newsprint sheets—100% recyclable and sourced from responsibly managed forests. Use it to wrap your gifts, or save it for your gallery wall. You can also subscribe to get each new edition of Wrapture every quarter at at 15% discount. ($12 for the holiday edition or $10 every three months for the subscription.) Shop now @ wrapture.co
A Mano Online Shop Update
Local maker Louisa Podlich of A MANO has been making and selling her small decorative and functional pottery since early 2014. She’s just done a holiday drop of her handmade ceramic planters, cups and holiday decor, including one-of-a-kind Christmas stockings. Shop now @ weshopamano.com
THURSDAY & SUNDAY:
Sock to Soil Challenge
Three Rivers Fibershed kicks off its Soil to Sock Challenge this weekend with two virtual classes. It's a collaborative endeavor aimed at bringing awareness to the life-cycle of our textiles through the perspective of one of our most utilitarian garments, socks. The series of classes will help deepen your understanding of our local fiber region by connecting with local fiber stewards and making/mending your own pair of socks using locally grown wool. Programming will run from this month through March 2022; visit the website to learn more. Thursday 6–7:30pm: Introduction to Sock Mending & Sunday 11am–noon: Fiber Fundamentals, each class $5, register @ threeriversfibershed.com
FRIDAY:
38th & Grand Sip and Shop Fridays
Head to the 38th and Grand neighborhood of Minneapolis for a series of sip-and-shop events. Participating retailers include The Fitting Room (original clothing and accessories by local designers), Tandem Vintage (vintage clothing and accessories), Belle Weather, Digs (yard, fabric, gifts and jewelry). Fridays 5–7pm in November & December @ W 38th St & Grand Ave S, Minneapolis, instagram.com/thefittingroommpls
Neckerchief November: 2nd Annual Scarf Soirée
Local accessory designer and scarf enthusiast Marly Ramstad is once again teaming up with AudreyRose Vintage for an evening celebrating all things scarves. It includes limited-run, hand-printed scarves, scarf-tying tutorials and vintage scarf styling tips, plus complimentary bubbles to sip. Only 15 tickets are available due to capacity, so snag one while they last. Friday 5–8pm @ AudreyRose Vintage, 2237 E 38th St, Minneapolis. Tickets $6 @ eventbrite.com
FRIDAY–SUNDAY:
Lori Barbero’s Moving On Sale
Local music icon Lori Barbero of Babes in Toyland fame is hosting a huge sale this weekend as she gets ready to put her home on the market. Look for tons of great vintage clothing for men and women, vintage decor and accessories, small furniture, MCM end tables, vintage memorabilia, vintage kitchenware and cookware, vintage mirrors, artwork and small sculptures, vintage clocks, musical Instruments and lamps, all priced to sell. Cash accepted; 4% additional fee for Venmo and Paypal transactions. Masks required; there’s a limit of 10 people in the house at a time, so expect a wait. Friday–Sunday 10am–6pm daily @ 3228 4th Ave S, Minneapolis, estatesales.net
Daily Dose Retro's End of Fall Pop-up Sale
Come shop the latest finds from vintage sellers Daily Dose Retro and Finds Nostalgic during this three-day event at Studio 945. Daily Dose is all about bringing curated reworked and recycled clothing to the community and awareness around consuming less fast fashion, and both brands sell primarily ‘80s and ‘90s t-shirts and streetwear. The pop-up is right down the street from vintage shops Bearded Mermaid, Center for Lost Objects and Go Vintage, so make a day of vintage shopping on West 7th in St Paul. Friday & Saturday 11am–7pm & Sunday noon–5pm @ Studio 945, 945 W 7th St, St Paul, instagram.com/dailydoseretro
SATURDAY:
Northern Coffeeworks Vintage Market
Northern Coffeeworks, a new-ish coffee shop located within Angry Catfish in South Minneapolis, is hosting its first in a series of ongoing popups from local brands. Find cozy fall clothing from local vintage sellers A Girl North, Everyday Ejiji and Mute Vintage, plus Two Birds Tie-Dye one-of-a-kind tie-dye goods. While you’re there, be sure to pop around the corner for a donut at A Baker’s Wife. Saturday 8am–2pm @ Northern Coffeeworks, 4208 S 28th Ave, Minneapolis, instagram.com/northerncoffeeworks
Pop-up North Holiday Market & Open House
Head up north to the Brainerd area to check out new pop-up marketplace, Pop-up North. The storefront will celebrate their opening with a holiday market and open house. Located within The ElkoMarkt just off highway 371, the store will showcase handmade items by local makers, unique gifts and more. Saturday 9am–2pm @ Pop-up North Vendor Market, 15616 Edgewood Dr, Ste 120, Baxter, MN, popupnorth.com
Concordia Academy Holiday Craft Fair
Concordia Academy’s Holiday Craft Fair features dozens of crafters and vendors, a cafe with delicious treats, hourly prize drawings and holiday music. Saturday 9am–3pm @ Concordia Academy, 2400 N Dale St, Roseville, concordiaacademy.com/craftfair
Mill City Farmers Winter Market
A mainstay since 2006, the Mill City Farmers Market has moved indoors to the Mill City Museum lobby for the season on select Saturdays through April. Each event features 30–40 local farmers, food makers and artisans with a goal of building a local, sustainable and organic food economy. This weekend’s artisan highlights include Barn Swallow Garden knits, Body Bliss natural skincare, Fair Anita’s Fair Trade accessories, Fringe & Fettle Ceramics, Slow Burn beeswax candles, and The Abbey Alpacas alpaca goods. Note: Masks and social distancing are required. Saturday from 10am–1pm @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Vuefinder Optical Grand Opening
Uptown Minneapolis recently welcomed a new, independently owned eyewear shop, 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) getting you in the perfect frame for your face and your style. The store carry new lenses from brands including Killsgaard, Raen, Woow, Fatal Eyewear, Dolabany, The Abord Eyewear Co, and Wolf Eyewear, plus gently worn designer and vintage frames. The grand opening will feature prize giveaways including Vuefinder gift certificates, plus beverages and treats all day. Saturday 10am–6pm @ Vuefinder Optical, 2909 Bryant Ave S #205, Minneapolis, vuefinderoptical.com
Vintage Pop-up Shop
Shop an entire home filled with vintage fashion, dishware, decor and home goods during this pop-up event. Vendors include Dots Vintage (known for colorful, patterned '60s and '70s fashions), Garden Party Rental (mid-century dinnerware from the '40s to the '70s), and Frittering + Roth (tschotchkes and vintage finds). Expect fun patterns and colors and friendly prices Saturday 10am–5pm @ 2530 W 50th St, Minneapolis, instagram.com/fritteringandroth
Local Makers Extravaganza at Trove Stillwater
Head to Stillwater vintage store, Trove, for a day of handcrafted holiday gifts from local makers to kick off the holiday gift-giving season. Trove is a weekly indoor marketplace filled with unique finds from multiple vendors under one roof. This weekend’s market will feature custom jewelry, wood designs, sweater mittens, baby outfits, travel wear, inspirational gifts, sauces and spices, soy candles, agate lanterns, custom bags, pillows and more. Saturday 10am–3pm @ Trove Stillwater, 5637 Memorial Ave N, Stillwater, facebook.com/events/984044402160978
NE Neighborhood Makers Market & Bar Hop
A makers market and bar crawl in one, this event presented by Wisconsin-based makers market concept, I Heart Indie Markets, comes to Northeast Minneapolis for the first time for a multi-venue event. Shop 50+ local makers and vintage sellers spread throughout all five locations with a craft brew, hard cider or craft cocktail in hand. Best of all, all the venues are close enough together to walk or bike to all of them. Saturday noon–5pm @ Indeed Brewing Co, Able Seedhouse + Brewing, 612 Brew, Sociable Cider Werks & Tattersall Distillery, www.iheartindiemarkets.com/popups
ROMI at The Future
ROMI Apothecary is an artisanal skincare line, crafting luxurious potions for your skin from bioregional medicinal herbs in small, thoughtful batches. The local brand is popping up this Saturday at metaphysical store, The Future, with their full. skincare collection. Saturday noon–3pm @ The Future, 2223 E 35th St, Minneapolis, instagram.com/romi_apothecary
Holiday Saturdays at Northrup King Building
Browse hundreds of unique and creative works and gifts from local artists and creators under one roof and rest easy with the knowledge that when you buy local, you never have to worry about shipping delays. It's a great year to support Minnesota artists and creative businesses. Saturdays noon–4pm in November & December through 12/18 @ Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, northrupkingbuilding.com
Season's Greetings at Cry Baby Clay
Local ceramics maker, Cry Baby Clay, is opening up its studio for two Saturdays of holiday cheer. Make some ceramic ornaments ($10 each, including the firing and clear glazing of your projects), get your holiday portrait taken by On Display Productions (pets welcome!), and grab some baked goods by Quiet Cat Bakery. You're encouraged to reserve a time slot, but walk-ins are welcome. Masks required. Saturday plus 11/20, noon–4pm each day @ 4141 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, crybabyclay.com
The Black Market: Black Business Is Beautiful Monthly Market
This socially distanced, outdoor local maker highlights goods from BIPOC-owned businesses from across the Twin Cities. Use your dollars to change economic disparities by purchasing products from these vendors. Goods include clothing, gifts, beauty products, personal chef services, nail care, men's accessories, food products, jewelry and more. Visit the website for a full list of vendors and reserve a free ticket to ensure social distancing measures are met. Masks are encouraged. Saturday 2–7pm @ The Case Building, 767 N Eustis St, Minneapolis, blackbusinessisbeautiful.org
La Doña Pop-up Makers Market
Come celebrate the anniversaries of local makers Nashipai (socially conscious jewelry made by Maasai women), Corazon Clothing (Latinx-owned clothing) and Mi Sota Essence (Latinx-owned CBD products) at this pop-up market hosted by La Doña Cervecería brewery. Plus, a live DJ, free massages, free food, face painting, giveaways and a free beer for the first 50 people. Saturday 2–6pm @ La Doña Cervecería, 241 Fremont Ave N, Minneapolis, instagram.com/mynashipai
SATURDAY & SUNDAY:
Plate & Parcel Holiday Market
The Linden Hills Farmers Market moves indoors for the winter and becomes the Plate & Parcel Holiday Market. Held in partnership with Minneapolis Craft Market, this market is a charming, festive, one-stop shop for unique handcrafted gifts, local, foods, holiday decor and Christmas trees. Every Saturday and Sunday Minneapolis Craft Market, Wagner Garden Centers and Linden Hills Farmers Market vendors create a bustling and festive hub of farmers, food makers and artisans, with new vendors every day. The market is free to attend, and family- and dog-friendly. Masks are required when not eating or drinking. Ticketed shopping reservations are required to control capacity. Saturday & Sunday 10am–2pm @ Wagners Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis. Reserve your free shopping pass @ www.mplscraftmarket.com
American Swedish Institute Courtyard Market & Jul Shop Season Opening
In addition to its annual Julmarknad Christmas Market on 12/3–12/5, ASI will host a series of handcraft vendors throughout the holiday season. This weekend in the market sheds in the ASI courtyard, find Aspire Artisan Studios & Folk School (Saturday), Ilrid Vikings and Mud & Bark (Sunday) and Traveling Tomten (both days). This weekend also marks the opening of ASI’s Jul Shop, a seasonal gift shop featuring Scandinavian holiday goodies. Museum admission is required for entry. Saturday & Sunday @ American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, asimn.org
MN Christmas Market
The MN Christmas Market is an annual pop-up holiday shopping event that showcases homegrown brands and makers, with a charitable twist. The $1 entry fee and 7% of sales and concessions from the event will be donated to The Reel Hope Project, which helps foster kids find their forever homes. This weekend, find two markets taking place in Rochester (Saturday) and Northeast Minneapolis (Sunday). Nearly 50 makers will be featured at each event. VIP ticket holders will receive 1 hour early entry to the market (9am), a morning beverage (cocktail, coffee or water), specials and discounts from participating artisans, and a shopping bag for your haul. Saturday 10am–5pm @ Mayo Civic Center, 30 Civic Center Dr SE, Rochester & Sunday 10am–5pm @ Quincy Hall, 1325 Quincy St, Minneapolis. Free; VIP tickets $25 @ www.mnxmasmarket.com
Groundswell Holiday Markets
Find handmade prints, pottery, artwork, leataher goods, jewelry, vintage clothing and more at this two-day market. Makers include Sarah Yribar Studios, Eagle Screen Printing, Nina Dani, Datura Leather, We the Starborne, and Alex Politz Illustration, plus live music, coffee and baked goods. Masks required. Saturday & Sunday 4–7pm @ Groundswell, 1340 Thomas Ave, St Paul, instagram.com/alexispolitz
SUNDAY:
A Handmade Holiday Market
Join Minneapolis Craft Market at Loring Park tap room, Lakes & Legends Brewing, to meet and shop holiday giftables from local artists and makers while sipping seasonal craft brews. The market is a one-stop shop for supporting local makers. Proof of vaccination or a negative test result is required from all vendors and attendees to participate in this event; masks are required. Ticketed shopping reservations required to control capacity. Sunday noon–5pm @ Lakes and Legends Brewing, 1368 LaSalle Ave, Minneapolis. Reserve your free shopping pass @ www.mplscraftmarket.com
Holiday Beertique at Lift Bridge Brewery
Support local makers, check things off your Christmas gift list (and find some goodies for yourself), and enjoy food from Elevation 5280 + drinking delicious Lift Bridge Brews. More than a dozen independently owned businesses will be selling their wares, food gifts, beer gifts, hand-poured candles, home decor, and more. Sunday 1–5pm @ Lift Bridge Brewing Company, 1900 Tower Dr W, Stillwater, facebook.com
St Paul Brewing Weekly Makers Market
Shop handmade and vintage goods from a rotating group of local artists, makers and vintage sellers at this weekly indoor market hosted by St. Paul Brewing, happening every Sunday through the holidays. Sundays 11am–3pm @ St. Paul Brewing, 688 Minnehaha Ave E, St Paul, www.instagram.com/stpbrewing
Kirtonized: Pamela Kirton Art Opening
Local artist Pamela Kirton is showcasing her collection of wearable art prints at this opening hosted at Schmidt Artist Lofts’ Landmark Gallery, in. collaboration with photographer John Botkin and muse Saeteesh. Kirston hand paints on upcycled thrifted clothing to create her one-of-a-kind designs. Sunday 2–5pm @ Landmark Gallery, Schmidt Artist Lofts, 900 7th St W, St Paul, instagram.com/saeteeshunleashed
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE:
Tickets are on sale for FGI’s semi-annual Communiqué Fashion Report & Global Presentation on November 16 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
Creative studio LAB Mpls is collaborating with a group of their favorite local brands and artisans for Hydda Way: Made-in-Minnesota Experience, a special retail shopping experience coming to The Northern Express the first three weekends in December in Excelsior. Tickets $20–$22 adults ($15–$17 kids 2–18) @ thenorthernexpress.org/tickets
A group of local boutiques are coming together for a good cause. Held November 17–20, Fall Fling for FashionFest is a progressive shopping experience to benefit M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital. Satellite events are hosted at Stephanie’s, Bumbershute, Brick x Mortar and Down the Rabbit Hole. Get tickets and more details at fashionfest.umn.edu.
NOW OPEN:
Strey Secondhand
Five resale clothing brands are moving into the Strey Collective co-op studio just in time for Art Attack this weekend. They include Harlow James, which sells vintage clothing and denim in an inclusive size range; Lighthorse Studios, which focuses on special pieces from the ‘30s to ‘60s; Eco Resale, which sells thrifted basics; Thread Finds Mpls, which repurposes and modifies vintage band shirts and jean jackets; and local clothing designer Joeleen Torvick’s Preloved X JT, a new vintage brand featuring finds sourced in the Duluth area with an eye for current trends. Now open during regular Strey hours & during Art Attack week @ Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St NE #179, Minneapolis, instagram.com/streycollective
Tare Market Holiday Pop-up
South Minneapolis zero-waste store, Tare Market, is popping up in Northeast Minneapolis for the holidays beginning this weekend. Tare Market is Minnesota's first zero-waste store with a mission of helping others live a more waste-free life through plastic-free and packaging-free goods. Many of their products are sourced locally, and they work with many women and BIPOC brands to bring their plastic-free products to you. Their pop-up will feature a variety of plastic-free and sustainable living products, including best-sellers like their toothpaste tablets, HiBar shampoo and conditioner bars, dishwasher powder, zero waste razors, dish soap, and more. Hours Thursdays–Saturdays 11am–6pm through 12/18 @ 945 NE Broadway St, Minneapolis, thetaremarket.com
Merry Thriftmas at Arc’s Value Village
Head to Arc’s Value Village this Saturday for the first day of Merry Thriftmas. Find festive fashions, holiday decorations, collectibles, bakeware and much more. All three stores restock daily through December so shop early and shop often. 10am–7pm daily @ 3 locations: Bloomington, Richfield & New Hope, arcsvaluevillage.org
TMORA Holiday Shop at Russian Museum of Art
The Museum of Russian Art Shop officially opens for the holiday season this weekend. Located on the mezzanine level of The Museum of Russian Art in Minneapolis, MN, the TMORA Shop is a gallery within a gallery – carefully curated and beautifully unique. Explore a wide array of winter treasures from the Slavic tradition, including hand-carved fairytale ornaments, tasty treats from the Slavic kitchen, Russian coffee table books, folksy candles and artful greeting cards. Shop the store in person or online. Opening Saturday 10am–4pm @ The Museum of Russian Art Shop, 5500 Stevens Ave S, Minneapolis, shoptmora.org
Greenhouse Salon & Shop
Last week, the Bryn Mawr neighborhood 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 grand opening party in December. Hours: Tuesday–Friday 10am–7pm & Saturday 11am–5pm @ 408 Cedar Lake Rd S, Minneapolis, instagram.com/greenhouse_408
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
MORE OF THE BEST PLACES FIND GOODS FROM LOCAL MAKERS:
14 Hill Gift Shop
Find unique giftables for everyone on your list, plus home goods, kitchenware & home décor. @ 4737 Chicago Ave. S., Ste. 2, Minneapolis, 612-886-3606, 14hill.com
bread: A unique pop-up market
This holiday pop-up market created by local entrepreneur Marsha Magdalene will feature a mostly BIPOC group of locally owned brands and goods from local makers. @ Maplewood Mall (lower level next to Lids/Caribou Coffee), 3001 White Bear Ave N #1015A, Maplewood, breadpopupmarket.com
Community Commons at Mall of America
Last fall, the Mall of America debuted Community Commons, a new, rent-free space dedicated to BIPOC retail businesses. Vendors include Silk Road Wellness, LVLS House of Hoodies 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. @ Mall of America, Level 2 South, Bloomington, mallofamerica.com
Corazon
Find unique, handmade art, gifts, stationery, jewelry, home goods & more by local makers. @ 4646 E Lake St, Minneapolis, 612-276-0198, www.corazononline.com
Founders Co.
This collective of local small business owners, creators and makers—founded by Excelsior Candle Co., B + D Custom Crafts, MEND Jewelry—now have a permanent location at Southdale with a diverse assortment of goods from other local, woman-owned businesses. Expect a mix of elevated, handcrafted home decor, gemstone jewelry, clothing and accessories, organic skincare, fine art and modern pottery from 20 local makers, including LES Bags, KISA, Hossle Woodworks and Isadore Nut Co. @ Southdale Center on 1st floor rotunda, Edina, founders-co-mn.myshopify.com
Fox Run
This store carries locally made artisan home goods, fashion accessories, art, apothecary, stationery and gifts. Limited hours: Friday & Saturday 10am–6pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes, 12241 Elm Creek Blvd N, Maple Grove, foxrunmn.com
The Golden Rule
Find modern, handmade jewelry, accessories, home goods, art and gifts from local makers and small brands. @ 350 Water St, Excelsior, shopgoldenrule.com
The Grand Collective
Find apothecary, lingerie, jewelry, vintage clothing, hostess gifts and more at this shop owned by nationally renowned laundry expert and Mona Williams’ Patric Richardson, whose Laundry Love book is also available at the shop for sale. @ 791 Grand Ave, St Paul, instagram.com/grandcollectivemn
Homespun MN: A Minnesota-Made Pop-up Market
Shop the the best in Minnesota-made gifts for the holidays with this pop-up shops at Ridgedale Center and in South Minneapolis, with each location featuring more than 70 local brands and makers. @ Ridgedale Center, Level 2 in Center Court, 12401 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka & 2709 E 38th St, Minneapolis, homespunmn.myshopify.com
Les Sól
Find women’s clothing, jewelry, accessories, apothecary and gifts from small brands & local makers. @ 4353 Upton Ave S #104 (entrance on 44th & Upton), Minneapolis, shoplessol.com
i like you
Find quirky, handmade gifts, pottery, prints, jewelry, greeting cards and more by local makers at this longtime gift shop, which recently moved to a new location in Northeast Minneapolis. @ 1955 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis, i-like-you-minneapolis.myshopify.com
Inspire: Global Gifts for Urban Adventures
Created by local nonprofit, Smile Network, this gift store sells handmade, fair-trade goods by tribal women in developing countries. The artisans get a fair price for their goods and steady income, and 100 percent of the profits from every item sold at the store funds reconstructive lip- and cleft-palate surgeries. @ City Center, 10 S 7th St, Minneapolis, smilenetwork.org/shop
Mona Williams
This locally owned shop at the Mall of America is the brainchild of laundry expert Patric Richardson, and it’s a great destination for unique gifts and luxe laundry products. The store also carries vintage and designer clothing. @ Mall of America, 180 South Avenue (First Level), Bloomington, monawilliams.com
Moth Oddities
After nearly seven years selling vintage online, in local pop-ups and on the road, Moth Oddities has opened its own storefront. In addition to vintage, the duo sells products by makers (both local and from around the U.S.) who put an emphasis on sustainable practices, especially those from BIPOC & LGBTQIA communities. Limited hours: Friday & Saturday noon–6pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ 2201 NE 2nd St, Minneapolis, mothoddities.com
Northland Visions
Native American art and gifts made in Minnesota, the Dakotas, Wisconsin and Canada. @ 861 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, northlandvisions.com
Rock Paper Scissors Goods
Handmade jewelry, greeting cards, art prints, kids' toys & more gifts from local makers, plus vinyl records. @ 2403 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, rockpaperscissorsgoods.com
Rose & Loon
Goods by Midwest makers, including fashion accessories, food gifts, houseware and more. @ Rosedale Center, 1595 Minnesota 36, Roseville, roseandloon.com
Six for Good
Apothecary, food gifts, jewelry and more giftables from 6 local woman makers. @ Rosedale Center, 1595 MN-36, Roseville & Nolan Mains, 3931 Market St, Edina, sixforgood.com
Stranger & Co.
This new store carries thoughtfully curated home goods, apothecary items and gifts from small brands and local makers. @ 3921 Market St, Edina, www.strangerandco.com
Strey Collective
This collective of local designers sells apparel, handbags, jewelry, accessories, gifts and more. @ Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St NE #179, Minneapolis, www.instagram.com/streycollective
Union Market Mankato
Find apparel and accessories, kids’ items, apothecary, home goods, plants & more. @ 615 S Front St, Mankato, www.unionmarketmankato.com
Uniquely Global
Presented by Chameleon Shoppes, the local pop-up market concept, Uniquely Global offers clothing, spices, cosmetics, fabrics and statement art pieces for any home. UG finds are chosen from around the globe, with offerings including affordable fashion at designer boutique quality, globally sourced spices, handmade statement art pieces and more. Hours: Monday–Friday 10am–4pm daily @ Gaviidae Common, Suite 130 (street level), 651 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, www.chameleonconsortium.com
WALRUS
WALRUS is an artist- and community-led art and consignment gallery and marketplace that opened earlier this year in North Minneapolis. It sells and showcases affordable, framed artwork by local artists. Within the shop, you’ll find pieces priced from $25 to $2,500, about 90% of which is made by local artists. Part of Walrus’ mission is to prioritize the representation of artists of color—out of this 90%, about one quarter is art made by artists of color who are local to North Minneapolis. @ 4400 N Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis, www.walrus.style
VIRTUAL SHOPS & DIRECTORIES:
The List Virtual Makers’ Marketplace
The List is a Minnesota-based online maker hub. The marketplace aims to be a one-stop shop for high-quality artisans, makers and other small businesses, just in time for holiday gift-giving season. Find a mix of fashion, home goods and skin care by 40 top local makers, including Strey Designs, Adam Turman, Essence One, FOAT Design, Hackwith Design House, ILO Design, J.Lux Jewelry, Joeleen Torvick, Julia Elise Skincare, Tiny Loud and Minny & Paul. Shop now @ www.findmeonthelist.com
Minneapolis Craft Market Online Marketplace
You can now shop Minneapolis Craft Market’s roster of local makers online, 24/7, with their online marketplace. Shop now @ mplscraftmarket.com
Minny & Paul's Holiday Collection
Local brand Minny & Paul partners with more than 100 talented local makers and independent businesses to craft its colorful, curated gift boxes, each with a different theme. This holiday season's gift collection includes four options: Merry & Bright (holiday party-themed treats), Snowday (cozy seasonal drinks and sweets), Rise & Shine (breakfast treats), Merry & Bright Crate (seasonal treats & bar cart essentials). Boxes start at $75. Shop now @ minnyandpaul.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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