Jerrod Sumner’s fall edition of The Goods is here. Embrace the radiant beauty of autumn with these locally crafted finds, each an artful ode to the creativity, talent, and heritage that make our North Star state special.
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1. Leaves Of May
For two decades, Angie May of Leaves of May has turned nature into joyfully wearable art. Her earrings—crafted from leather, wood, cork, and metal—capture the essence of blooming florals with color, texture, and charm, adding a playful-yet-serene touch to any look. Red Wildflower Arrangement, $39.99; leavesofmay.com
2. Lazy Goat Studio
Indulge your palate with wellness-inspired honey infusions from Wisconsin’s Lazy Goat Studio. The Turmeric Chai Creamed Honey, a Euro-style delight, will quickly become a staple in your pantry—this Ayurvedic golden chai boasts the earthy warmth of turmeric, a gentle kick of black pepper, vibrant ginger, and the comforting embrace of cinnamon and cardamom. Turmeric Chai Creamed Honey—Euro Style, $25; lazygoatstudio.com
3. Lisa Rydin Erickson
Lisa Rydin Erickson brings a vibrant, modern sensibility to her nature-inspired creations. An early adopter of digital art, her work beautifully captures the essence of Minnesota’s four distinct seasons, translating that inspiration into a stunning, sustainable line of home goods, paper products, and textiles. Sustainable Birch Wood Tray 12×12” in Cloudberry, $40; lisarydinerickson.com
4. Hello Refuge
With Hello Refuge, Edina-based artist Tiff Mueller weaves the rugged beauty of her Black Hills upbringing into exquisite fiber art. Mueller creates stunning, layered pieces reminiscent of the Badlands’ sedimentary formations, using zero-waste, hand-dyed fibers and custom-blended paints. Claystone 16×16”, $200; hellorefuge.com
5. A Modern Scout
Kim Henderson, the discerning eye behind A Modern Scout, honed her perspective in her father’s antique restoration shop—learning to spot beauty in the discarded. Her minimalist designs blend wood, metal, and living plants, striking a quiet balance of warmth, strength, and grace in any home. Flower/Leaf Press, $72; amodernscout.etsy.com
