Mainstream Boutique Stillwater held its annual fashion show, featuring on-trend and classic styles for women of all ages, at The Royal Club golf...
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The Lost Library
In this new release by bestselling authors Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass, the main character, Evan, knows that two things are a big deal: books and...
La Vie Est Belle’s Holiday Gift Guide
Discover local artisans at La Vie Est Belle. Double up with a bit of me-time and relax as you shop for the holidays. Lake Elmo gift boutique La Vie...
Set the Table With Brick + Linen
Curate an aesthetic that reads inviting and elevated. There are different schools of thought when it comes to setting a table—be it for formal...
Recipe for the Perfect Fall Planter
Autumn is a beautiful time of year, with the leaves changing colors and the crisp air providing a refreshing change. It is also the perfect time of...
Join the Fun With Stillwater’s Downtown Dance Party
Local small businesses are hosting a historic Dance Here event. Main Street might be closed in downtown Stillwater, but businesses are still open!...
Creative Spaces by Minnesotans
Local artisans flourish through Smith + Trade Collaborative. Minnesota made. Minnesota loved. Promoting local craftsmanship from Minnesotan artisans...
New Greenhouse Takes Root in Afton
An Afton family renovates and reopens Squire House Gardens as Horta Culture. Jill Livingston has always had a green thumb. Growing up on 65 acres in...
Beloved Makers and Company Curates Connections in Hudson
Two friends team up in boutique that supports handmade makers. Many women dream of opening their own business. Few imagine it and open a...
Meet the Female Founders of Downtown Stillwater
Stillwater’s Main Street is home to a community of woman-driven businesses. In the hustle and bustle of downtown Stillwater, visitors can get a cup...
Stillwater’s ToxyFree Provides a Variety of Clean Household Products
Toxin free living and lifestyle brand provides clean alternatives to day-to-day living. Offering a variety of all-natural household products,...
Ancient Methods in a Modern World
Stillwater shop Medicinal Blends Modern Apothecary goes back to ancient methods in a modern world. Although the world is full of modern...
Double Shifts
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...
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...
Celebrating Success
St. Croix Valley business grows from boutique balloon garlands to custom event décor. An organic idea born in 2020 blossoms into a growing...
How to Hygge
This Danish lifestyle concept is perfect for Midwest winters. Evening settles over the tundra early in January when Upper Midwesterners experience...
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,...
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...
