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 View this post on Instagram  A post shared by Brandi Kole (@brandikoleart)From June 29 to Sept. 29, the historic Palazzo Guinigi in Lucca, Italy, will be transformed into a spectacular showcase of paper-based art at...

Photos by Dina Kantor  When you ask Tim Alt, “style” simply means “lifestyle.” It’s not a look, a design theme, or an artistic expression. A home’s style, Alt says, is more about its connection to...

Photos by Anna Christian  As the temperatures warm and the sun makes its resurgence, you might find yourself feeling increasingly productive, energetic, and overall, happier. With this seasonal shift comes the responsibility to not only...

Photos by Wing Ho  Nowadays, when discussing a new restaurant, location, or even a new friend, you’ll often hear a certain phrase included if the review is positive: “The vibes were good.” The same can be...

Photos courtesy of Sapphire Anderson  A house will never truly feel like home without some personal touches and a little bit of character. This is something Sapphire Anderson (@sapphirejameliahome) discovered soon after moving into her...

Photos courtesy of University of Minnesota Press  Where does the food we consume come from? What role do we play in caring for Mother Earth? How can we be good relatives to the land,...

Podcasts have emerged as go-to resources for both entertainment and education. With their versatility and range of topics, from true crime to quantum physics, podcasts have become integral parts of daily life for millions—and...

Amid the chaos of life, we rarely take the time to slow down, stop, and be still, which Minnesota-based Mary Jo Hoffman has long tried to remedy through her blog, STILL. Since 2012, Hoffman...

Photos courtesy of Mike RataczakFor most, life’s journey is not linear. For Mike Rataczak, owner of Mike Rataczak Studios, this notion rings true. “I took an indirect path into my design career,” he says....

Photos courtesy of NEAT Method MinnesotaWith the new year comes pressure to start off on the right foot, which can oftentimes be intimidating—especially when it comes to interiors. With Christmas comes clutter—it’s inevitable. But...

Photos courtesy of GiftywrapFor Mahogany Ellis-Crutchfield, gifting is the most joyful part of the holiday season. Founder of Minnesota-based Giftywrap, she brings inclusivity and Midwest flair to holiday wrapping paper. “I had difficulty finding...

Photos by Wing Ho“I like to say I’ve been an artist since I could hold a crayon,” Anna Christian says. So, after an 11-year career in nursing, she took the jump to be at...

For nearly two decades, Margaret Krohn has been an influential force in Minnesota’s kitchen and bath design scene. With a strong reputation among the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Minnesota chapter members as...

Photos by SpacecraftingLemon & Herb Pasta “This is great made ahead either earlier in the day or even the day before, and served at room temperature,” says Burton. “Adding crispy artichokes or capers on top...

Photos by Elizabeth RiesGrowing up, I attended countless church potlucks featuring lots of 9-by-13-inch pans containing cream of mushroom soup. This dish gives me the same cozy feeling but without the can. Chicken thighs...

Photos by Dina KantorAs a youngster growing up in Bloomington, Minnesota, multimedia artist Brandi Kole spent her after-school hours watching her grandmother sew. Kole’s grandmother made hundreds of quilts she donated to nursing homes...

Photos courtesy of Kimberly Tschida PettersKimberly Tschida Petters found her signature style with a simple line of paint on a notecard, which soon led to the artist and business owner delighting Vandalia Street Press...

Photos by Dina KantorErin Zosel is a multihyphenate who may just be getting started. Case in point: Six years ago, she opened her first salon, Sloane’s Beauty Bar, after 25 years as a hairstylist....

When interior designer Tricia Huntley, sporting a chunky, bold necklace and sleek black blazer, handed over a gold-gilded business card at the counter of Fiddlehead Coffee in Bloomington, it was evident her personal taste...

What began as a simple side hustle has evolved to be an award-winning interior design, decluttering, and home staging firm in Maple Grove, Minnesota. Kira Vanderlan, owner of Zestful Design, strives to create more...