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Katelyn Bloomquist

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Katelyn Bloomquist is editor of Midwest Design.
A young beautiful woman looking at painting in an art gallery.

Sales + Events: Dec. 26-30 features a Minnesota-inspired art exhibition, pop-up cocktail bar, and...

The Top 5 “Sense of Place” Exhibition In collaboration with the Minnesota Conservation Volunteer magazine, eleven Groveland Gallery artists show off their best work derived from...

New Year, New Home

As we welcome in the new year, we simultaneously welcome in the opportunity to make the home we've always wanted, well, our home. We've...
Christmas lights on trees

Sales + Events: Dec. 18-23 features last-minute markets, a solstice celebration, and a winter...

Guided Tour at James J. Hill House Visit a famous Summit Avenue mansion with a 60-minute guided tour hosted by the Minnesota Historical Society. The historic...
Man painting in studio

Sales + Events: Dec. 11-16 features a holiday get-together, Minnesota-inspired pop up, and cash-and-carry...

The Top 5 String Art Class A wide selection of pretty projects from The Nest Egg (a traveling hub for DIY string art) will have you...

Folkways By Candlelight Illuminate Holiday Traditions

Most things you enjoy during the holiday season are deeply rooted in historic tradition. Usually, they're the traditions you don't even think twice about....
Pan of cinnamon rolls

Sales + Events: Dec. 4-9 features a bake sale, remodeling classes, and the Best...

Julia Knight Collection || Meet the Maker Stop by Fourpost at Mall of America for a meet-and-greet with local designer and artist Julia Knight, owner...
Woman looking at paintings/photos in a museum

Sales + Events: Nov. 27-Dec. 2 features museum and art tours, DIY classes, and...

Exploring Russian Women’s Art Join an exclusive, after-hours private tour of TMORA's main gallery exhibition "From Non-Conformism to Feminisms: Russian Women Artists from the Kolodzei...
Children window shopping

Sales + Events: Nov. 20-25 features Black Friday sales, a holiday stroll, and November’s...

The Top 5 Holiday Makers & Gift Bazaar Maplewood Mall hosts various vendors, live music, prize drawings, signature cocktails, and of course, shopping at this Black...
Artist Ken Reif

“Renewable Energy” Exhibition Showcases the Magic of Artist Ken Reif

Photos courtesy Ken Reif Artworks.With a flick of the wrist and twirl of his brush, the magic of Illinois-based painter Ken Reif is felt...
Floral putting together a fall inspired arrangement

Sales + Events: Nov. 13-18 features holiday workshops, a winter art walk, and a...

Homebuyers Q&A Understanding today’s real estate market is tricky, so if you’re in the business of buying, making sure you're 'in the loop' is more...
Woman stocking shelves with pottery

Sales + Events: Nov. 6-11 features a trifecta of Top 3 trios

Top 3 Workshops Handwoven LAB Join Flax + Twine at LAB MPLS for a night of basket weaving. You’ll learn a twining technique to give you...
Person laying patterned floor titled

Sales + Events: Oct. 30-Nov. 4 features holiday markets, art shows, and a how-to...

Jack Barkla Retrospective Show & Art Sale Never before has artist and set designer Jack Barkla sold his highly sought-after art—until now. Some of his...

NewStudio Gallery Launches in St. Paul’s Creative Enterprise Zone

When an architectural firm makes a big move to the metro’s most artistically fabulous and business-packed neighborhood, they’ll need to fit the bill. The...
Decorative hanging white ornaments.

Gifts that Keep Giving

Treasures can be found across the state
A pop-up shop with seasonal offerings at Minneapolis Holiday Boutique.

Merry Makers

Spread some holiday cheer with these pop-up shops and markets
A wood floor kitchen with white cabinetry and a pop of blue paint on the island.

National Kitchen & Bath Association Design Awards

2018 Winners from NKBA’s Minnesota Chapter
handmade candles with lavender on textile background.

Sales + Events: Oct. 23-28 features water-themed art exhibits, a vintage shop hop, and...

Arhaus Dining Sale Purchase a dining table and score 50 percent off (yes, really!) regular-priced dining seating and storage items at Arhaus through October. This...

Sales + Events: Oct. 16-21 features a home improvement expo, vintage market, and creative...

The Top 5 Fall Antiques & Vintage Market Picture this: A biannual sale. An abundance of diverse dealers. Can’t-miss merch. That’s exactly what you’ll find (and...

DIY Digs: Down Home DIY

Located in St. Paul, Down Home DIY takes Pinterest and brings it to life. In their many make-and-take workshop classes, they guide you step-by-step through the...

DIY Digs: Gathered Goods Company

Gathered Goods Company is a triple threat: They have an in-store boutique with a little bit of everything, DIY classes and workshops, and work...

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