Room & Board Expands Sustainable “Circular Wood Process”

Photos providedSustainability is an integral aspect of Edina-based furniture company Room & Board, whether sourcing materials from Minneapolis companies such as Wood from the Hood, or using recycled plastics, fabrics, or steel in its...

American Craft Council’s Online Pop-Up Open Now

Photos courtesy of American Craft CouncilA national nonprofit organization, the American Craft Council is dedicated to educating and inspiring crafters, collectors, and artists nationwide about the artistry of craft in its multitude of expressions....

Valentine’s Finds at Foxwell

Photos courtesy of Foxwell Shoppe x StudioLove is in the air, and Foxwell Shoppe x Studio is offering a wide selection of Valentine’s-themed products perfect for gifting (or treating yourself!) this season. All the...
A picnic blanket spread outdoors

The Art of Picnicking: Tips and Products for Your Next Picnic

 Picnicking is an art. It’s fun, it’s summery, and to be honest, I think you’d be hard pressed to find a more wholesome sunny-day activity. But preparing for and going on a picnic requires...

Nine Spooky Shops for Halloween-Inspired Miniatures

Photos provided by Susan Clark of MiniMélangeFew things evoke the comfort of childhood like designing a miniature dollhouse. The dainty pursuit allows for mature make-believe, which was a godsend during gloomy months spent inside...

A Harvest Home

Photos provided 1. Emile Henry Bakeware SetEntertain guests with a variety of homemade goods using this ruffled French ceramic baking set ($299), which includes five pieces perfect for endless possibilities of loaves, dishes, and pies....

Room & Board Sustainably Revamps Best-Selling Montego Collection

Photos provided  Edina-based furniture company Room & Board is continuously expanding its sustainable mission. Since 1980, the company has been dedicated to the development of sustainable furniture products. Its Urban Wood Project, a national initiative...

Spook-tacular Styling With Loll Designs

Photos courtesy of Loll DesignsAs we advance further into fall, it’s time to usher in the season of tricks, treats, and tantalizing home decor. Loll Designs, renowned for its sustainable and stylish outdoor furniture,...

Last-Chance Garden & Plant Sales This Weekend

If you haven’t yet started your garden, don’t fret—it’s not too late! Whether you simply haven’t gotten to it (hello, life!) or you’re contemplating a new approach or design, taking a fresh look at...

Belt Publishing Releases New Book on Midwestern Architecture

If you’re looking to start your holiday shopping early, take a peek at architecture critic Alexandra Lange’s latest book, Midwest Architecture Journeys, a meditation on the forgotten architectural beauty of the Midwest. The book,...

Shop Country Club Takes to the Streets with a Store in Shoreview

Photos by Tiffany Bolk PhotographyAfter working in corporate retail for more than a decade, Amanda Morell decided that between layoffs and a pandemic, “anything is possible at any time.” So, why not expand her...

Home Goods and Lifestyle Boutique Henri Home Opens in Wayzata

Photos by Judith MarilynHenri Interiors, founded by owner and principal designer Amanda Lorenz in 2019, is a relatively new addition to the Twin Cities interior design community. But since then, the St. Paul-based firm...

St. Paul’s European Christmas Market Showcases Christmas Creations

Photos providedOne of the greatest perks of being Minnesotan is the annual near-guarantee of a white Christmas—or, at the very least, a cold Christmas. A few weeks into December, the chilly state may as...

Sales + Events: June Features Festival Fun

St. Anthony Park Arts FestivalThe St. Anthony Park Arts Festival brings artists, musicians, art lovers, and local communities together for a one-day celebration on the gorgeous grounds of St. Anthony Park Branch Library. This...

Shop Handcrafted Gifts for the Holidays

European Christmas MarketShop 60-plus artisan vendors, savor traditional European foods, sip on mulled wine, and more at the European Christmas Market inside St. Paul’s Union Depot. This charming event combines Old-World traditions with modern...

Countertop Chronicles

Photos courtesy of Select Surfaces  1. Is my countertop worth the investment? “Custom countertops are a long-lasting investment that most consumers don’t replace often,” explains Tanya Otten of Select Surfaces. So, when it comes time...

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