No Risk, No Reward: Inside Vintage LAB Talks
At our latest LAB Talk, The Perfect Find, we gathered some of the most beloved voices in local vintage fashion and home design for a spirited panel conversation on sourcing, selling, and the enduring joy of secondhand style.
Date Night Delight: A Guide to Special Menus in Minneapolis for Duo Dining (Updated for 2025!)
If you haven’t noticed, the Twin Cities are a hotbed for culinary talent, and our restaurant scene is one of the best in the country. Especially in these colder months, it’s a perfect time to check off a few restaurants on your must-try list
The Art of Placemaking
After collectively navigating so many societal shifts over the last five years, it’s time to pause, zoom out, and reflect on the state of place in our society. What can we learn and edit to calibrate our shared experiences as the status quo evolves?
Crafting Spaces with Purpose: Meet Jenna Myrland of JM Workshop
Ever wondered why some spaces just feel better than others? Jenna Myrland has the answer.
Creating Joy Through Color: The Artistic Journey of Kristi Dammann and Bristle & Whim
Today, we’re talking with Kristi about her path toward starting her own business built on creativity, authenticity, and most importantly, COLOR!
Become Who You Are at Camp Birchwood: Growing Roots of Connection and Exploration
Nestled in the serene woods of Northern Minnesota, Camp Birchwood has been a transformative haven for girls seeking adventure, community, and self-discovery since its founding in 1939.
Local Creatives Unite: A Year of LAB Talks
LAB Talks are an opportunity for community members to connect over coffee, creativity, and of course, conversation. The best part? Every LAB Talk is free and open to the public - always. This year, we covered everything from fashion to food. Grab a coffee with us and take a peek inside our favorite mornings of the year.
5 Ways to Protect Your Peace This Holiday Season
This season, we are thrilled to welcome guest writer Betsy Jordan, the Minneapolis-based author of Keep Your Eyes on Your Own Paper and host of the podcast, The Good Day, Good Life.
Discover the Healing Power of Art Therapy with Heart Space
Today, we’re talking to Maddie Johnson, who utilizes the creative process and her training as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist to bring uniquely transformative therapy offerings through founding Heart Space.
The Perfect Gift, Made Personal: A Gift Guide from Prezzie
Meet Prezzie Gift Co., founded in Edina, MN by Hanna Vanderloo, your go-to gift concierge.
Is It Time for a Remodel? Expert Advice from Casamia Design & Build Co.
We sat down with Belkis Cruz, owner of Casamia Build and Design Co., to get her perspective on how to mindfully approach this overwhelming process.
A Gift For Every Age: A Holiday Guide from Kinoko Kids
Whether you’ve got kiddos of your own or are the auntie who never arrives empty-handed, shopping for kids can feel overwhelming, especially as they grow. Luckily, our friends and Collective Members Erika Olson Gross and Tammy Tanaka Jansen, owners of South Minneapolis’ Kinoko Kids, are here to help.
Entrepreneurship on Film: Inside Falco Creative Media
Today, we’re talking to Katie Falco, the Emmy-winning owner of Falco Creative Media, where she shares how she took the leap and her biggest takeaways from almost eight years in the business.
Finding Magic in Every Moment: The Story of Alisa and Undone Studio
Today, we’re talking with Alisa Moen, a Collective Member and founder of Undone Studio, to learn how she took her career from dancing with the Minnesota Timberwolves to running a thriving, creative company, and how she finds the magic in the unexpected.
The Gifts We Give
Today on the blog, we’re giving you a sneak peek into one of our favorite passion projects - the Collective newspaper!
The Spirit of Survivalism and Reaching the Bamboo Ceiling: Inside our Culinary Experience LAB Talks
This October, the final LAB Talk of our 2024 series offered a chance to celebrate that magic—bringing food, creativity, and conversation together around a free cup of coffee with our community.
Autumn Aesthetic Unlocked: 10 Local Finds to Upgrade Your Fall Style
This fall, we’re sharing 10 of our favorite local products to invite fresh style and new ways to unwind into a season filled with football fun, apple orchard exploring, pumpkin-spiced coffee dates, and colorful leaf wanderings.
The Ripening Series Part III: Life is Like a Homemade Granola Bar
There came a point last year where I was so entirely overwhelmed that I decided to declare 2024 an offline year. The imposter syndrome was lurking and I was determined to overextend to whatever degree necessary to prove my professional worth and achieve external validation.
The Ripening Series Part II: Ask the Experts
Today, we’re consulting the experts (and fellow Collective Members!) on how to bring this state of change to life.
The Ripening Series Part I: The Confidence to Shift
This month, we’re introducing The Ripening Series, a month of blog posts where we explore what it means to come into your own, reaching a perfectly ripe state of self.