Local shares his passion at St. Croix Sports in Hudson, Wis. Most people think working 40 hours a week is more than enough to stay busy. For Sean...
Shopping
A Cut Above
Stillwater barber supports a larger mission. Chris Pomeleo created something truly special with Prohibition Barbers in Stillwater, Minn. where he is...
The Fashion of Sustainability
Consider a more eco-friendly closet. “Most people in the United States only wear about 20 percent of their wardrobes. That means that 80 percent of...
A Fresh Take on Dried Flowers
Get in on this popular design trend. An emerging popular trend is the use of dried flowers to decorate the home, with a plethora of blooming...
How to Hygge
This Danish lifestyle concept is perfect for Midwest winters. Evening settles over the tundra early in January when Upper Midwesterners experience...
What’s Under Your Hat?
Relocated salon can help your winter hat hair. After 16 years of doing business in downtown Stillwater, Monde Salon has moved to a new location in...
That’s a Wrap: Green Wrapping Paper Alternatives
It’s easier than you think to come up with green alternatives to traditional giftwrap and boxes. Keeping a lid on refuse over the holidays takes...
St. Croix Valley’s Best Florist Shares Advice for Your Big Day and Every Day
Tips on bridal bouquets and houseplants from Hudson Flower Shop. The wedding date is set and everything is starting to come together. The two of you...
Support Local, Sustain Hudson
Local businesses team up to create a greater impact on the community and beyond. As a way of raising awareness and initiating meaningful change,...
How to Care for Aging Hair
As we age, our hair loses its shine and luster. What can you do? As we age, our hair loses is shine and luster. The texture and density changes. It...
This Local Farmer and Floral Designer Team Up to Make Beautiful Bouquets
Floral designer Ashley Fox and flower farm owner Susan Rockwood are local and organic. The commercial flower business is about art and science. The...
New Year, New Look
Tips to change your look & jump start your goals from Hudson salon Two Redheads and a Wolf. If you ever feel down in the dumps, unmotivated or...
Transform Your Wardrobe with the Help of Local Personal Stylist Alexandra Eve
St. Croix Valley stylist Alexandra Eve Howe talks business and fashion for the new year. Alexandra Eve Howe dreamed of being a personal stylist...
Decorate Your Holiday Table with These Worldly Items from Small Things Fair Trade
At Woodbury’s Small Things Fair Trade shop, there are plenty of beautiful handmade items to choose from, each with its own baked-in story. When...
Stillwater Resident’s Fair Trade Store Small Things Makes a Big Impact
Stillwater resident runs a fair-trade shop in Woodbury. An estate planning and retirement attorney by trade, Shannon Enright has always loved...
Smith + Trade Supports and Showcases Local Artisans
Smith + Trade Mercantile connects artisans with art lovers. Local interior designer and columnist for St. Croix Valley Magazine Kelli Kaufer...
Afton Candle Company Won’t Burn Out Anytime Soon
The Afton Candle Company has grown from family hobby to thriving business. Todd Nelson was laid up recovering from shoulder surgery when he decided...
Stillwater Native Launches Sustainable Clothing Line Minnesota Made
How one Stillwater native is changing the fashion game. Nearly six years ago, Sarah Schroeder decided to go out of her comfort zone and whip up a...
Check Out These Events at Valley Bookseller (Plus a Bonus Book Pick)
Valley Bookseller's Rachael Johnson recommends a funny summer read, plus a handful of events at the store. I absolutely loved Standard Deviation by...
Beauty Tips from the Experts at Two Redheads and a Wolf
The Hudson salon's experts dish out advice on dry hair, fall trends, going grey and must-have purse items. Tips for caring for dry, sun-damaged...
