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...
Home Décor
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...
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...
A Tree … House
How a photo inspired the design and décor of these nature lovers’ home. When a local couple decided to build a home on scenic lot surrounded by...
Five Design Tips to Make Your Entryway More Welcoming
Gear up to host friends and family this fall with expert advice. Walk through your front door and try to visualize it as a guest; what do you...
Shaped by Nature
The creative journey of a local sawmill owner. About four years ago, Matt Ruben and his family decided to pack their bags and move away from city...
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...
Bees are all the Buzz
Naturally inspired trends from our honeycomb friends. Trends for 2021 will feature naturally inspired products. Part of that means bees will be all...
How to Hygge
This Danish lifestyle concept is perfect for Midwest winters. Evening settles over the tundra early in January when Upper Midwesterners experience...
Got Extra Scarves? Try Using Them for Winter Home Décor
Scarves can be more than a wardrobe accessory. Just as we change our wardrobes from season to season, we should also change our home decor to...
Lake Elmo Christmas Tree Farm is Still a Family Affair After 65 Years
The Kruegers work year-round to ensure their Lake Elmo Christmas tree farm offers the best of the best trees. Though the Krueger's Christmas Tree...
4 Tips for Decorating Your Home for Fall
Simple tips for incorporating fall décor. When the leaves start turning those beautiful rich golden, amber hues, it’s time to start transitioning...
How to Incorporate Midcentury Modern Style Into Your Interior Design
Midcentury modern seems to be a style that’s never fallen out of style. Midcentury modern seems to be a style that’s never fallen out of style. Made...
Outdoor Design Trends and Tips for 2020
Tips for making your outdoor space an oasis. Summer in Minnesota is short-lived in our cool and ever-changing climate. But when it’s nice, we want...
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...
Throw a Fancy Friendsgiving with These Tablescape Tips
Throw a fall dinner party with a beautiful tablescape. An inspiring beautiful tablescape doesn’t need to be a lot of work, keep it simple and easy...
How to Use Lighting as Functional Art in Home Décor
Functional art brightens lighting options. More and more, lighting is living in two worlds—function and art—and we hope that relationship never...
Mural Paper Makes for an Easy, Trendy Focal Point
While architectural elements and furniture are often the go-to focal points, a single wall can hold its own with bold color or statement wallpaper....
The Best Flooring Options for Your St. Croix Valley Home
Carpet remains a top seller in the flooring market, but there are plenty of other flooring options for homeowners. Look what appears to be moving...
