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Photos provided  When Katie Kurtz purchased the 1900s-era former repair shop on a busy corner of downtown White Bear Lake, she could easily see past the long-vacant structure’s deterioration, garage doors beneath sheetrock, and cars...

Photos courtesy of Textile CenterDebbie Johnson’s twisting basket of Red Cedar and Alaskan Yellow Cedar bark; Jane Obern’s gourd with beaded, feathered buckskin; Ivonne Yáñez’s wall hanging of silk, wool, and clay; and Wen...

Photography by Joel LarsonCreative Direction and Styling by Barbara SchmidtHair and Makeup by Margo GordonModel: Mae Anderson, Ignite Models Nouveau LeanHelmut Lang fur coat, $280, at nordstromrack.com Free People floral dress, $148, at tjmaxx.comOff...

Cooking Made EasyWhether frying French toast or scrambling eggs to an impeccable fluff, this enameled cast iron skillet (available in 26 vibrant, yet classic colors) is easy to clean and specially formulated for higher...

1. Premium Panel Umbrella Add a touch of 1970s flair to your outdoor setup with this groovy umbrella ($299), flaunting vintage pink, yellow, cream, and green block colors; 6 feet of shade; and adorable natural...

Red Wing, Minnesota, a quaint river town situated an hour southeast of the Twin Cities, is known for its boots, the Sheldon Theatre, Barn Bluff, and historic downtown, but it’s also recognized for its...

Minneapolis-based female entrepreneurs, including those in the home decor and design sphere, are shaking up the local business scene with the new Woman-Owned Wednesday initiative. Launching on May 29 and continuing through the summer...

Vintage styles are making a comeback. When it comes to interior design, trends come and go, but today’s focus on sustainable living is leading many people to shop furniture and decor secondhand—not to mention...

“Timing is everything,” says Bria Hammel, founder of Bria Hammel Interiors in Mendota Heights. For several years, she’s been traveling to antique shows and markets around the globe in search of the perfect items...

The Foundry Home Goods The Foundry Home Goods carries almost everything one could possibly need: vases, bed linens, cleaning brushes, kitchen tools, and beeswax candles. This Minneapolis-based store values its commitment to finding artists and...

Photos courtesy of Hearth & Home TechnologiesWith the onset of autumn weather, who doesn’t dream of a crackling fireplace? However, wood burning has become increasingly problematic, in part due to the particulates and smoke...

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Nordic Village MarketNordic Village provides an overnight cabin experience amid the bustle of downtown Minneapolis. Hosted by Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis, this winter celebration is the perfect place to hunker down and enjoy a...

Luxury Home TourExplore a collection of Pinterest-perfect homes across the Twin Cities metro in this year’s Luxury Home Tour. This three-weekend, self-guided experience showcases multimillion-dollar new builds and remodels from the industry’s best. At...

The Tastemaker: With over 35 years of experience creating unique, inspiring spaces for clients nationwide, Katie Brandt leads her Twin Cities-based firm, Katie Brandt Interiors, with panache. Her expertise blends creativity with practicality—resulting in...

Photos providedReturning to Minneapolis this February is the Minneapolis Home + Remodeling Show, host to a collection of local remodeling, interior design, sustainability, and home improvement resources and vendors. This year’s event is sure...

 When one considers the idea of painting, the mind might trend toward ideas of a clean white canvas covered in soft watercolors or hand-pressed paper flaunting thoughtfully placed smears of acrylic—maybe comprising a flower...

Photos providedFrom his Granite Falls studio in a former Episcopal church built in 1889, artist Bradley D. Hall captures it all with his signature linoleum block prints—from life’s little moments to the grand landscapes of...

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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...