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Katelyn Bloomquist is editor of Midwest Home.

Sales + Events: Aug. 28-Sept. 2 features live demos, an art crawl, and the...

Twin Cities shopping and event highlights for this week. The Top Five Jerome Fiber Artist Project Sometimes all it takes is a tiny spark to foster a flame...
A lady shopping for wallpaper.

Splurge-Worthy Shops

We’re not talking about Pier 1 Imports, HomeGoods, HOM, or any other department stores—this is about real deal, local, small businesses that make the...
A woman sitting on her couch using her laptop for online shopping at Solid Manufacturing Co. and more.

Online Shopping Oasis

Sometimes it’s easier to stay in, dress down, and spend up from the comfort of your home and ease of your laptop. Snag unique...
Women looking at art in a gallery

Sales + Events: Aug. 21-26 features workshops, galleries, and state fair finds

Twin Cities shopping and event highlights for this week. Art WOW Find art that’s bold and colorful, abstract and geometric, and minimalistic and clean at Lindstrom's...
A portrait of Gregory Rich sitting on a blue sofa.

Minnesota’s Emerging Star

Minnesota cultivates the cream of the crop when it comes to famous, A-list celebs known across the world. We can claim the bragging rights...
Long red carpet between rope barriers on entrance.

2018 Interior Design’s Best of Year

We know it may not be the Grammys. It may not be the Oscars or the MTV Music Awards or the Emmys or the...
Vases with flowers on a wooden table

Sales + Events: Aug. 14-19 features a home décor launch and art among the...

Twin Cities shopping and event highlights for this week. Gus* Modern Summer Sale Explore the wide array of hexagon-, parallelogram-, and geometric-shaped furniture at a steep discount...
The storefront of Habitation + Design in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.

In Case You Missed It…

Wonders of Wallpaper Amy Rice is one of the most beloved artists and artisans in Minnesota. Her new, art-inspired, signature wallpaper line is self-adhesive, water-based,...
A beautiful patio with seating and plenty of greenery in the background.

Give Your Patio a Facelift

Blame the weather, or blame the years of wear and tear that have made your outdoor furniture look drab and weary. It doesn’t matter...
isolated set of objects for an antique market

Sales + Events: Aug. 7-12 has three openings, an antique market, and a trifecta...

Twin Cities shopping and event highlights for this week. Hazel + Rose Yet another sensational shop makes the move to North Loop! Hazel + Rose is a...
A lady shopping in a boutique shop.

Small Biz Shops in the 300 Block

Water Street, a popular shopping district in the small city of Excelsior, boasts and booms sophisticated and eclectic shops every interior home designer (professional...
An outdoor grilling station.

Summer Grill Gear

Your food prep for your outdoor summer get-togethers has never been easier thanks to this variety of grill gear at HomeGoods. A Touch of Class Feel...
Young child standing with blue canvas

Sales + Events: July 31 – Aug. 5 has furniture sales, a last-chance gallery...

Twin Cities shopping and event highlights for this week. Rosenthal Interiors Sale Act quick—because up through August 4, you can score 30 percent off all Calligaris...
A candle and three lightbulbs in a row.

The Future of Light Design

Have you ever spent the day outside on the lake doing absolutely nothing but basking in good company and even better weather, and then...

Sales + Events: July 24-29 has art festivals, garden extravaganzas, and hand-thrown pottery

Twin Cities shopping and event highlights for this week. Nicollet Makers Market Feel good about where your hard-earned money is headed. All you have to do? Make...
A collection of wool blankets from Faribault Woolen Mill Co.

MN Makers’ New Blankets

Whether you’re in the market for a durable and lightweight blanket for outdoor endeavors or searching for a handspun, chic throw to dress up...
Utensil holder with spoons. Geometric, lots of lines

Functional Ceramic Art for Every Room

A collection of handmade ceramic pieces (that function as well as they look) for each room of your home.
3 iPhones face up

Five Design Apps To Make Your Plans Reality

Using augmented reality (AR) technology, anyone with a smartphone can "see" the design, landscape, and furnishings of their indoor and outdoor spaces with a quick tap of their touch-screen.

How-to Gardening and Landscape Classes

Classes, mini-workshops, and demonstrations to take your garden and landscape to the next level

Summer Art Festivals Heat Up the Twin Cities

The Twin Cities best art festivals this summer feature art, food, entertainment, and more.

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