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Grey Duck Bag Co.
Founder Tara Boerst started designing and sewing Grey Duck bags, in Ely, after her husband gifted her a sewing machine instead of the KitchenAid mixer she had requested. With the arrival of her daughter, Boerst realized diaper bags could be a lot more practical. Seven years later, these bags carry “all that is required—and perhaps a bit more.” Lemons Market Tote, $70, greyduckbags.com
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Big Raven Yoga
Founder Joleen Emery wanted to make yoga mats for the bold. Grippy microfibers bond to a 100% biodegradable tree-rubber base, the mats dual-function as towels—and they do good, too. Purchases of the I Am UnbreakaBULL, featuring art by Stephanie Fitzsimmons, support a local pitbull rescue group of the same name. I Am UnbreakaBULL, $137, bigravenyoga.com
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Minnetonka Moccasin Co.
Everything we love about Minnetonka Moccasin Co. now comes in a summer sandal that’s water-friendly for lakeside adventures. Since 1946, Midwesterners have outfitted their steps with these moccasins, and the company has since evolved into a fashion brand reaching beyond state borders. Silverthorne Prism, $34.95, minnetonkamoccasin.com
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Howard Soap Co.
Since 2008, Kathrine Howard has crafted small-batch bath and body goods, and her moisturizing, foaming hand soap is perfect for our newly elevated handwashing skills. It comes in transportive scents like magnolia peony, lemon lavender, cactus flower, and black salt with cypress. Foaming Hand Soap, starting at $8, howardsoapcompany.com
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Vikre Distillery
Bubbles, polka dots, a Frenchie—what more could you ask of a canned cocktail? Vikre gin mixes with sparkling rosé, lemon juice, and grapefruit- and elderflower-flavored liqueurs in the effervescent Frenchie. Co-founder Emily Vikre has crafted a cocktail to carry us into a well-deserved summer, even it’s enjoyed at home. Find retail locations at frenchiecocktail.com
