Knot + Ivy sells its wall hangings and woven baskets at a West Elm pop-up this week
by Jahna Peloquin (photo courtesy Knot + Ivy)
Wilson & Willy’s Cellar Sale: As North Loop store Wilson & Willy’s starts to make room for new fall additions, they’re selling limited remaining stock from previous seasons at discounts of up to 60 percent off while it lasts. Goods include men’s and women’s apparel, home goods, and accessories. Now through Sunday, September 3, online @ wilsonandwillys.com and in-store @ 211 Washington Ave. N., Minneapolis, 612-315-2280,
Labor Day Weekend Sale at Golden Age Design: Save 20 percent off storewide at this shop, which specializes in mid-century modern furniture, Danish teak imports and home decor. (Sale excludes art.) Thursday, August 31-Monday, September 4 @ Golden Age Design, 4157 W. Broadway Ave. N., Robbinsdale, 612-408-6896, goldenagedesign.com
Covet Design’s Storewide Labor Day Sale: Shop markdowns of 20 to 50 percent on select furniture at this high-style vintage consignment store, including mid-century modern couches, chairs, tables, and home decor, plus 20 percent off all baskets and terrariums. Friday, September 1 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, September 2 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, September 3 & Monday, September 4 fro 11 a.m.-4 p.m. @ Covet Design, 3736 Chicago Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612-825-4034, covetdesignmpls.com
Meet the Maker: Knot + Ivy: Shop the handmade, modern fiber works of Minneapolis-based maker Knot + Ivy during this pop-up event hosted by West Elm Edina. Shop the brand’s collection of plant hangers and tapestries, and inquire about custom pieces, including wedding backdrops. Saturday, September 2 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. @ West Elm Edina, 3879 Gallagher Dr., Edina, 952-835-8332, westelm.com and knotandivy.com
Rock N Roll Farmers Market: Flashlight Vinyl has teamed up with Minneapolis Craft Market and Frank & Ernest Markets for this rock ‘n roll-themed farmers market. Shop curated vintage clothing, jewelry and accessories, and more from Minneapolis makers, vinyl and music memorabilia from Flashlight, and artisanal food by local makers. The event also includes ticket giveaways and merch from First Avenue, live performances from Minnsky Theater, food trucks, and beer, wine, and cider. Saturday, September 2 from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Additional dates include October 7 @ Flashlight Vinyl, 1519 Central Ave. NE., Minneapolis; view mplscraftmarket.com for the full list of makers
Shady Hollow Flea Market: Labor Day Market: For 45 years, Shady Hollow has served up vintage and antique finds across 3.5 acres of grassy grounds. Every year, the market features 26 permanent vendors as well as up to 100 temporary, daily vendors from throughout the tri-state area. Labor Day weekend marks the final weekend of the sale. Saturday, September 2-Monday, September 4 from 6 a.m.-3 p.m. @ 12673 Co Hwy 17, Detroit Lakes, shadyhollowfleamarket.com
Mill City Farmer’s Market: Mill City’s weekly farmer’s market has moved outdoors for the season. Shop for goods from more than 120 farmers, florist, food artisans, restaurants, and makers. This week’s featured makers include Annika Kaplan Jewelry, ArtAndes, Fair Anita, Emily Madland Jewelry, and Jeanne Beatric Market Bags, plus cooking class from Mill City Cooks and live music from Mary Dushane and Nick Jordan of the Moonlight Duo. To learn more about this year’s home goods makers at the market, read Jahna Peloquin’s post on Midwest Home’s Home Dish blog. Saturday, September 2 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Mill City Museum, 704 S. Second St., Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Dutch Housing Complex: In the Netherlands, where housing is a right and urban design is central to providing adequate housing, complex housing emerged to make the best use of public transportation and infrastructure and provide for diverse lifestyles in dense, urban settings. This exhibition organized by the Goldstein Museum of Design showcases eight housing structures that explore the concept of the Dutch housing complex in America, with regards to how they respond to their location, accommodate a variety of housing types and income levels, and include non-housing functions to create diverse communities. On view September 2, 2017-January 28, 2018 @ Goldstein Museum of Design, HGA Gallery, 210 Rapson Hall, 89 Church St. SE., Minneapolis, events.umn.edu
Linden Hills Farmers Market: Shop for handmade goods from nearly 20 makers while stocking up on heirloom vegetables at this special maker’s edition of the Linden Hills Farmer’s Market. In partnership with Minneapolis Craft Market, the market features handcrafted goods such as jewelry, clothing, home decor, pet gear, woodwork from Minnesota brands. Sunday, September 3 from 9 a.m.-noon @ Settergren of Linden Hills, 2813 43rd St. W., Minneapolis; visit mplscraftmarket.com for a full list of makers
Hob Nobber Fall Vintage Sale: Head to Rochester for this semi-annual vintage sale from a collective of vintage vendors with goods spanning seven rooms in the historic Plummer House. Shop home goods spanning farmhouse style, industrial, and mid-century, as well as collectibles, antiques, primitives, folk art, and more, plus enjoy free Starbucks coffee while you shop. Sunday, September 3 from noon-5 p.m. & Monday, September 4 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. @ Historic Plummer House, 1091 Plummer Ln. SW., Rochester, hobnobbers-sandy.blogspot.com
