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Sneak Peek of Furniture and Home Decor at Art-A-Whirl

by Livy Traczyk

MSP Homes got a sneak preview of the art extravaganza happening this weekend in Northeast Minneapolis. We talked with a few of the Art-A-Whirl participants who are craftsmen and furniture collectors working in the Northeast studios.

Omforme Design, (Carter Averbeck, co-owner)

“My whole thing is recycling furniture because there’s an eco-friendly aspect to it, but also because we have so much…

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Alan Honn Pop Up Show

by Taylor Selcke

This weekend, stop by The Grand Hand Gallery in St. Paul, where artist Alan Honn will be showcasing original glass artwork.

The pop up show will feature handblown barware, tumblers, and vases—perfect for summer barbecue/wedding/birthday party gift giving. Or you could just keep the pieces for yourself. (I wouldn’t blame you!)

“While we carry Al’s glassware year-round, the pop up…

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Accessorizing Outdoor Spaces

by Livy Traczyk

Outdoor rooms and entertaining spaces are perfect for experimenting with color and design. Try these fun accessories with your deck or patio.

Mix traditional with modern by adding this blue, faux-wicker side table from Crate & Barrel.


This seashell-inspired chair from Forage Modern Workshop gives the feeling of reclining oceanside.

 

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DIY Design

by Taylor Selcke

Do you ever look at a chair or table in a magazine and think, “How can I get my hands on that?”

Enter: Holly Moore, local creator of Design Access.

An interior designer with more than 20 years of experience in the field, Moore created Design Access as a way for consumers with a do-it-yourself attitude to purchase items that are…

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Shades of Gray

Laura Ramsey Engler

by Taylor Selcke


New news in neutrals: beige and taupe wall paint are out, gray is in. Yes, it’s adventurous,…

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Sakstrup Showroom Shares Gardening Trends

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by: Livy Traczyk

Gardening gurus know that despite the frozen ground winter is one of the busiest seasons for  landscaping. January through March,…

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Keeping Etsy Simple with Wallcoverings

by Livy Traczyk

Etsy is one of the greatest yet most overwhelming shopping venues ever created. With so much to choose from we decided to narrow our focus to shops in Minnesota that sell wall papering or retiling goodies. Here are the top three stores we recommend!

 

Store Name: Mish Mash It!

Location: Minneapolis

Specialties: Vintage and Upcycled home goods

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