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Here’s the local shopping inspiration you’ve been Here’s the local shopping inspiration you’ve been waiting for! Our gold sponsors are an amazing group of Minnesota small businesses.  Swipe through for a preview of their gift guide listings. Browse meettheminnesotamakers.com/holiday-gift to view their full listings. (We make it easy for you to shop locally even during a snowstorm from the comfort of your own home—perhaps with some local snacks on hand?) Today we celebrate the unique products, creative spirits and community generosity of…. (drum roll please) @facepunchfoods @hartcountrymeats @healthyeat_onthego @isadorenutco @shedthebee The “Shop Minnesota” is accessible to businesses of all shapes and sizes. Our sponsors’ support pays for all the unglamorous behind-the-scenes pieces that makes a project of this size happen.   Where you spend your money matters.  A local gift makes a difference.  You make your neighbors’ dreams come true when you choose to support their business. Support a broad local community when you choose local first.  Swipe through to learn more about these local businesses. Comment Gift Guide below to receive a direct link to the guide.
We’ve done the shopping for you. Seriously. Be We’ve done the shopping for you. Seriously. Better yet? It’s all locally made often with local ingredients. Who is on your list? We have Minnesota-made suggestions. Comment below with the sort of gift you need. I’ll share a match from our “Shop Minnesota” gift guide. Want to upgrade your stocking stuffers? Ask that below too. Have a Secret Santa you don’t know very well and a strict budget? Let us help. A sampling of options: Cooking Classes Kids Books Bath and Body Care Gourmet Baked Goods Upcycled Products Crocheted Whimsy Hand Poured Candles Wooden Puzzles Dining Experiences Gifts for Artists Gifts by Artists Winter Accessories Clean Ingredient Snacks Premium Spirits Year Round Grilling Games Stationery Chocolate Cheese Fishing Aficionado Jewelry Poetry Hot sauce Cookbooks Gift boxes Garden design Salts Clothing Sassy hostas Soap Calendars Ice Cream Planners Tea Coffee Ribbon Pants Sausage Making Class Ornaments Nuts Nut Free All the gluten Celiac safe Strudel Matcha Elderberries Pancakes Wooden Bowls Wooden Pens Wooden Books Spices Honey Tonics—for cocktails or zero proof Mocktails Puzzle Rooms Stained Glass Live Music Fresh Bread Ginseng Mushrooms Glass Dishes Earrings And more… Seriously, let us connect you with local makers. We’re here to make it as easy as possible for you to shop locally. You’ll give a gift that brings joy at least three times over—from the maker, from you knowing your bought something of quality that supports your local community and whoever receives the gift. Browse the guide at meettheminnesotamakers.com
Looking for in-person shopping options? Find the Looking for in-person shopping options? Find the makers from the @meettheminensotamakers “Shop Minnesota” gift guide at these markets throughout Minnesota. Did we miss your market? Tag it in the comments section to help shoppers find you on Small Business Saturday. Want to skip the snow and shop from home? Browse the our gift guide at meettheminnesotamakers.com/holiday-gift Many of our local makers ship or offer local pickup/delivery. See what local treasures you find when you shop locally.
Gratitude post on this snowy Friday. Our silver s Gratitude post on this snowy Friday. Our silver sponsors are an amazing group of Minnesota small businesses. Swipe through for a preview of their gift guide listings. Head on over to meettheminnesotamakers.com/holiday-gift to view their full listings. THANK YOU @coffeewompleroastery @dine4dinners @grayduckcandleco @hazelheartfarms @sanjose_chocolate @youareheredesign @earthtanicsb @bigstick.studio @allwaysnature @cookiesandmorebylisa @tailgatespice @bluehorntea The “Shop Minnesota” is accessible to businesses of all shapes and sizes. Our sponsors’ support pays for all the unglamorous behind-the-scenes pieces that makes a project of this size happen. Thank you for shopping locally. Where you spend your money matters. A local gift benefits so many people.
So grateful to have spent the morning on KSTP’s Mi So grateful to have spent the morning on KSTP’s Minnesota Live sharing about the Meet the Minnesota Makers “Shop Minnesota” Holiday Gift Guide today! Chris mentioned that our guide “is just hitting at the right time. Folks just want to know where their stuff is coming from. Culturally we’ve evolved to recognize that we don’t want our money always going to a giant corporation.” Megan noted that 140 makers feels like a lot for Minnesota and we talked about how this only scratches the surface of our talented maker community. We highlighted how this guide makes it easy for Minnesotans to support small businesses this holiday season. These are Minnesota products made by our artists, artisans, farms, food producers, and service providers. Your choice to purchase locally matters.   A few highlights from the piece: Learning about Minnesota Grown ginseng from @tysginseng in Morristown, a farm run by grandfather and grandson Exploring sassy hostas with @lazytoadfarmer — a destination for hosta lovers and flower bouquet CSAs in Clearwater Admiring iridescent glass jewelry by @pauliesstudio a Farmington artist who makes plates, coasters and jewelry that shine Celebrating pyrography on wood that “feels like a furniture finish” by @arkstonemn — a father daughter business who work from forest to finish on each piece they make in Isanti Marveling at the versatility of gourd jewelry by @gourdgeousjewelry — an autistic gourd artist in Winona who grows, cures, carves, sands and shapes her own gourds Savoring pastries from community hub @marthaseatstreats — a destination bakery that sources from a half dozen farms near their Dundas storefront The take and bake pastries from Martha’s definitely held the hosts’ interest too. Watch the full segment: https://kstp.com/special-coverage/minnesota-live/gift-ideas-from-minnesota-makers And explore the guide: https://meettheminnesotamakers.com/holiday-gift Thank you to all 141 makers who make Minnesota’s entrepreneurial landscape so vibrant. Your stories, commitment to excellence, and unique approaches deserve to be shared. I’m grateful to @minnesotalivetv and their wonderful audience for supporting our local businesses.
This is a locally-sourced gift that includes three This is a locally-sourced gift that includes three makers from the @meettheminnesotamakers “Shop Minnesota” gift guide. For our 10th Taste Makers class at the @mn_arboretum , we’re bringing back some of our most popular Makers for an Encore Edition! Chef Beth Fisher and Michelle Sharp will reintroduce you to four favorite local innovative small-business owners. These Makers will return with new demonstrations, fresh samples and share the passions that continue to push their craft forward. Enjoy made-from-scratch vegetarian soups from Oh Soup!, artisanal strudels from Ruhland Strudel Haus, local Black Angus beef from Hart Country Meats, and natural ciders from Keepsake Cidery. Come ready to taste and learn, as samples and inspiration will be plentiful! In this class you will: 🥣Learn the essential techniques behind building rich, satisfying vegetarian soups using fresh, simple ingredients. @ohsoups 🍴Taste and learn what makes a prize-winning strudel! Talk about managing a thriving multi-generational family business and why local sourcing matters. @strudelman 🥩Discuss the importance of cattle feed in raising beef and why Hart Country Meats grows their own feed and dedicates family resources to education about their farming operation. @hartcountrymeats 🍏Taste spontaneously fermented cider and learn about what makes a cider apple unique. @keepsakecidery Learn savory and sweet cooking tips from @chefbethfisher as she shares a recipe or two! Join us Saturday, January 31 at from 10-12:30 at the Farm at the Arb. Register through the Arboretum website: https://arb.umn.edu/learn/taste-makers-encore-edition
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