Shopping Guide: November 30-December 4

Sales, styles, and shopping events at Twin Cities retailers


From Dec. 2-4 Lunya and Louise Gray will host a pop-up shop in the North Loop. PHOTO courtesy lunya

November 30-December 24: Holiday Snow Sale at Ribnick Fur & Leather: Ribnick’s entire collection of luxury fur, leather, cashmere, and shearling outerwear is on sale, including styles up to 60 percent off. All items are eligible for a full refund if seven or more inches of snow falls on New Year’s Day. (Ribnick Fur & Leather, 224 N. First Street, Minneapolis, ribnickouterwear.com)

November 30: Book signing for Men and Style and Freemans at Askov Finlayson: Minneapolis natives David Coggins and Taavo Somer are back in town to discuss their recently published books at an event hosted by Askov Finlayson and J. W. Hulme. The evening will begin with cocktails, followed by a book signing and intimate Q&A moderated by Askov Finlayson owner, Eric Dayton. Reserve a place by emailing RSVP@askovfinlayson.com. (5:30 p.m., The Bachelor Farmer, 50 N. Second Ave., Minneapolis, eventbrite.com)

December 1: Champagne Shopping at ROAM: Enjoy 20 percent off all in stock items and 15 percent off all special orders, while sipping on a glass of bubbly. (10 a.m.- 9 p.m., ROAM Furniture + Lighting, 2914 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, roaminteriors.com)

December 1-2: Foxglove Market & Studio Handwritten: Pen & Pine Workshop: Put pen to paper in Foxglove’s popular workshop series exploring artisan techniques of handwriting paired with handmade paper. This workshop puts a holiday spin on this studio session. Register online, all supplies are included. (6:30-8 p.m. or 10-11:30 a.m., 2400 University Ave. NE, Minneapolis, foxglovemarket.com)

December 1-4: Wanderlust Vintage Market Opening Weekend: Celebrate the grand opening of Wanderlust Vintage Market’s Thorp Building space with vintage furniture, handcrafted home décor, and repurposed home accents. The first 20 customers will enjoy a cocktail at Tattersall Distilling, compliments of Wanderlust. (11 a.m.- 6 p.m., 1620 Central Ave. NE, Ste. 114, Minneapolis, facebook.com)

December 2-4: Lunya + Louise Gray Pop-up: For three days, luxe loungewear brand Lunya is teaming up with Minneapolis-based modern quilt brand Louise Gray for a pop-up shop in the North Loop. (10 a.m.-7 p.m. daily, 211 N. Washington Ave., Minneapolis, lunya.co)

December 2-31: SooVAC Craft Market at Soo Visual Art Center: Support Minnesota artists and makers by shopping from a huge selection of locally crafted prints, ceramics, jewelry, home goods, and much more in SooVAC’s annual holiday shop. (11 a.m.- 4 p.m., 2909 Bryant Ave. S., Ste. 101, Minneapolis, soovac.org)

December 3: Grand Meander at Grand Avenue: Join Grand Ave. shops for this seasonal tradition, complete with trolley rides, art fairs, soup tastings, and visits with Santa and his reindeer. All events are free to attend, including breakfast with Santa, fire truck rides, and breakfast with Santa at the Tavern on Grand. (8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m., St. Paul Grand Ave. businesses, grandave.com)

December 3: American Craft Council Craft Sale: This sale is in partnership with the Library Salon Series, featuring 18 local artisans and artists, including Apothicare, Duckie Uglings, Elizabeth Pechacek Ceramics, Cedar & Stone, and many more. A vintage pop-up store will also take place during the sale. (11 a.m.- 5 p.m., American Craft Council, 1224 Marshall St. NE, Ste. 200, Minneapolis, craftcouncil.org)

December 3: Art a-Go-Go Holiday Pop-up: Shop from around 20 local artists specializing in ceramics, jewelry, soaps, candles, wood pieces, and more. Participate in mini photo sessions and taste what food artisans have to offer. (10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Ciel Loft & Home Warehouse: 4950 W. 35th St., Minneapolis, facebook.com)

December 3: A Very Merry Mixer at 44th & Beard: Sample cocktails at Brown & Greene Floral Market, Lily & Violet, Victory, and The Linden Tree, collecting stamps along the way, and be entered to win one of four prizes. Each location will feature a festive signature drink; sample them all and vote for your favorite. (11 a.m.- 5 p.m., W. 44th St. & Beard Ave. S., Minneapolis, facebook.com)

December 3: MAD + Spring Finn & Co. Trunk Show: This holiday trunk show features textile artists Martha McQuade & Dan Clark of MAD and Talin Spring of Spring Finn & Co. as they celebrate fine scarves, apparel, and handbags. (11 a.m.- 4 p.m., The Textile Center, 3000 University Ave. NE., Minneapolis, textilecentermn.org

December 3-4: Julmarknad 2016: ASI’s Christmas Market: This annual festival at the historic Turnblad Mansion will feature Nordic music and dance, handmade gifts, items from the American Swedish Institute’s museum store, bake sale, and crafts and stories for children. Enjoy Swedish meatballs and a warm cup of mulled wine while you shop. (10 a.m.- 5 p.m., American Swedish Institute, 2600 Park Ave., Minneapolis, asimn.org)

December 3-4: Neal Jewelry Pop-up: Shop from a wide selection of bold, handmade jewelry and ethical women’s styles while enjoying festive drinks and snacks at Hazel + Rose. (10 a.m.- 5 p.m., Hazel + Rose, 945 Broadway St. NE, Ste. 220, Minneapolis, facebook.com)

December 3-23: Malibu Casey Holiday Pop-up: Get in the holiday spirit by shopping local items, featuring Nicole Houff’s whimsical vintage Barbie photography, Malibu Casey’s handmade home and bath goods, and Julia Moss Designs’ unique serving ware. Refreshments and French macaroons will be provided. (12-5 p.m., Julia Moss Designs Showroom, 2508 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, facebook.com)