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
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.
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.
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 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.
We Tried It: Azalea Acupuncture
I reached out to Collective member Meaghan Moakely of Azalea Acupuncture to learn more and have my first treatment.
Strike a Pose: Tips for Feeling Camera-Ready from KNZ Photography
We caught up with McKenzie Berquam from KNZ Photography to share how she helps clients feel like their authentic selves both in the moment and on the camera roll.
Where In the World Is LAB? A Peek Inside Our Summer Travels
LAB enjoyed our summer break and used a few days away to travel and soak up the sun with friends and family. Now that we’re back and feeling refreshed and revived, we’re sharing a few favorite moments from our vacation.
Behind the Brand: Adding Color and Whimsy to Vanities with Lauren & Grace Studios
Meet Lauren & Grace Studios, the custom vanity and mirror brand you’ll want in every bathroom in your home.
In Our Bags: The Collective Summer Shopping List
Here are a few things we’re eyeing this summer season from The Collective, our incredible community of artists, creatives, and small business owners.
6 New (Local!) Activities To Try This Summer
The days are long but a Minnesota summer is short, so why not try something new this season?
Creating a Refuge in Your Home: Inside Moonstone Design and Build
Today on the blog, we’re digging deeper into the story behind entrepreneur Lidia Valdivia, Founder of Moonstone Design + Build.
From Betty Crocker to Boutique: The Delicious Journey of Quincy Street Kitchen
Kristen Olson has long believed in the power of food, and in 2017, she brought this dream to life using her talents to help brands big and small capture the essence of their food.
Inside a Weekend with Clare Vivier: LAB Talks + Trunk Show Recap
We were thrilled to welcome Clare Vivier and her team from Los Angeles to join us for this panel, where she shared the story of how she went from growing up in St. Paul to creating the iconic Clare V. brand we can’t get enough of.