Buy local or bye, local!

I saw a post on Instagram last week using those words, and I couldn’t stop thinking about it.

We’re already starting to see the impact on small business of COVID-19. Treasured Minneapolis restaurants — even ones that maybe we assumed could weather the storm — are closing left and right, and we’re only a few weeks into the Shelter in Place Executive Order. The order has already been extended, and I’m guessing it will last through the summer or possibly even longer. Even if it was lifted tomorrow, we’re not going back to business as usual any time soon.

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Meet Your Maker: Wondrous Crane

Emily Tani-Winegarden, the creator behind Wondrous Crane Ceramics, forms functional, simple, joyful handmade clay vessels that infuse wonder into daily life. Striving to bring light and wonder through each piece of clay she throws, Emily brings thought and intention through everything she makes. If a piece gives a single spark of joy, then in her mind, it’s done its job. We took a moment to chat with Emily about her pottery and what drives her as a creative.

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In to the New Year!

Happy New Year from all of us at the Minneapolis Craft Market! 2019 was a wonderful year with so much support and growth for our market and local makers. Thank you for making 2019 incredibly fruitful and exciting year. 

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Thanksgiving Weekend Market Gift Guide

Celebrate the start of the holiday season with us at our Thanksgiving weekend markets at Sociable Cider Werks. Find perfect presents for anyone on your list! From cold weather gear and accessories to quaint stationery and home goods, our weekend market is the place to shop local and handmade.

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