Courtesy of Addington Co.
Addington Co.
St. Paul bag and accessory designer Chip Addington has added face masks and scrub caps to his line of handmade goods. For each cotton twill mask sold, Addington will donate a mask to an individual or medical system in need. He cuts each mask and scrub using restored shears originally issued to U.S. Army medics in World War II. Scrub cap, $18, mask, $10, addingtonco.com
Courtesy of D.C. Ice & Leatherworks Minnesota
D.C. Ice & Leatherworks Minnesota
This leather case is the right size for pencils and other tiny treasures in need of a home. Made in the Leatherworks Minnesota workshop, it features the signature art of D.C. Ice, who calls us into her world of forest animals who type and take tea. In her own words, her art plays on the “mischievous battle between grisly critters and sweet furry folk.” Leatherworks captures the smallest whisker details of Ice’s rabbit. $60, dcice.com or leatherworksminnesota.com
Courtesy of Hybrid Nation
Hybrid Nation
The mission is simple behind two new T-shirts from Minneapolis-based clothing company Hybrid Nation cofounded by Jeremy Sutherland. Both the “Ally” and “No Justice” shirts aim to spread positive change, lift up justice, support love, and start a conversation. All profits from these items will be donated to the family of George Floyd. $36, hybridnationclothing.com
Courtesy of Hennepin Made
Hennepin Made
Hennepin Made co-founder Jackson Schwartz created the Ripple Votive candle in response to COVID-19. The votive represents solidarity among businesses in Minneapolis’ North Loop. In Schwartz’s own words, “We have been struck by the level of generosity, compassion, and humanity as a result of our collective vulnerability.” All net proceeds go to Second Harvest Heartland’s Minnesota Central Kitchen program. Starting at $50, hennepinmade.com
Courtesy of Tin Whiskers Brewing Co. & Pearson's Candy
Tin Whiskers Brewing Co. & Pearson’s Candy
Tin Whiskers Brewing Co. and Pearson’s Candy have previously collaborated on craft beers based upon the Salted Nut Roll and Nut Goodie. This summer, the St. Paul-based companies it’s the iconic Bit-O-Honey’s turn for a limited release. It’s a light, refreshing blonde ale with a prominent almond nuttiness and a natural honey kick to remind you of the taffy treat. twbrewing.com
