Photo by Ann Erickson
Ann Erickson
A full-time metalsmith, Ann Erickson crafts beautifully simple pieces in sterling and brass that are perfect for everyday wear. Each handmade hair accessory (shown here) is stylish enough to be noticed and timeless enough to become a signature. From $58, annerickson.com
Photo by Delina White
I Am Anishinaabe
Delina White (Minnesota Chippewa Tribe) is the genius behind I Am Anishinaabe. She honors her heritage with traditional materials and techniques, and also the natural environment. The collection caters “to women, men, and two-spirits so they may feel strength and pride within themselves.” Woodland wraparound scarf, $125, iamanishinaabe.com
Courtesy of Quilt Queen
Quilt Queen
Arianna Caggiano, the “quilt queen,” designs and quilts works that are equal parts function and art. From pouches and pillows to baby quilts and wall hangings, each piece is one-of-a-kind. Caggiano also offers quilt patterns for the maker in us all. Quilted tote, $225, quiltqueenstudio.com
Courtesy of Emiliani Coffee
Emiliani Coffee
Emiliani Coffee is named after Saint Jerome Emiliani, the patron saint of lost children. For every bag of fair-trade coffee sold, an investment is made in foster and adoption care organizations. The company is part of Fight for Something, a Minneapolis-based organization that has built brands (Northern Glasses, Custom and Kind) with social missions. From $17.99, emilianicoffee.com
Courtesy of Eyebobs
Eyebobs
The Old Sport (pictured here) is part of the latest collection created by Chelsey Wright, Eyebobs’ new head of design. Since 2001, the company has redefined glasses in the Twin Cities and beyond and now offers blue light and prescription lenses that are just as cool as those original readers that started it all. From $89, eyebobs.com
