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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...
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...
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...
These Host/Hostess Gifts from the Purple Tree Will Surely Get You Invited Back
No matter what the event or who the host is, these picks from Purple Tree owner Sarah Bruch are sure to please. The Purple Tree was voted this...
How to Choose Glasses That Fit Your Look
Finding the right frame is a mix of art and science. Statement glasses are back in a big way. But when it comes to finding the right frames—to...
