Shop Local in Minneapolis/St. Paul

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December 9, 2009 by | Comments (0)

Why Shop Local?
Why shop big box bland when you can shop Minneapolis/St. Paul locally owned and operated stores for simply smashing stocking stuffers for all the babysitters, bffs, boys and brothers on your list this holiday season? They are sure to love the unique items found at these fantastic shops.
Give twice and support our local shops and our communities by spending your hard earned money at locally owned businesses and keep our dollars here!

Patina
Shop Patina stores for wonderful eclectic and uniquely fabulous gifts for everyone on your list. Accessories for the good life is their tag line and they mean it!  They own Shoppe Local as well, which features only locally designed products ranging from kitchenware to men’s clothing.
To go: There are five Patina stores around the Twin Cities. Patina Northeast is located at 2305 18th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418. 612-788-8933. Patina Highland Park is located 2057 Ford Parkway, St. Paul, MN 55116. 651-695-9955. (check out patinastores.com for more locations/hours)
Shoppe Local is located at 813 West 50th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55419. 612-827-3071.
All Patina and Shoppe Local stores are open Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Serifina
Find darling toddler aprons with tiny tucked in pockets for 22 crayons, fantastic travel bags and accessories and so much more at Serifina in Excelsior. Carol, proprietoress, does all the monogramming on site!serifina.com.
To go: Serifina is located at 436 Second Street, Suite 101, Excelsior, MN 55331. 952-474-2100. Open Wednesday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

I Like You
Angela and Sara of I Like You in NE Minneapolis have to be the most fun shop owners ever!  Everything in their adorable store is locally designed and made. Belt buckles, jewelry, art prints, clothing and ornaments fill their corner store with the most unique finds in the Twin Cities. Shopping at I Like You supports local designers and artists, entrepreneurs AND our fabulous town by keeping our dollars in the Twin Cities!
To go: I Like You is located at 501 First Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413. 612-827-9065. Open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Russell and Hazel
For your sophisticated writer to be, most organized mom or sister, dad’s office or a college dorm room Russell & Hazel is simply not to be missed. Clean, bright and fun, this space is perfect to shop for everyone on your list who wants something hip and fun. Insightful trends and  products designed to add life to your work! Katie, store manager, is fabulous at finding the perfect thing to fit with your lifestyle. It’s not just about organizing either- it’s about stationary, stocking stuffers, writing letters and drawing.  Their real cedar pencils are perfect for the guy or gal who loves the NY Times crossword puzzles!
To go: Russell and Hazel are located at 4388 France Ave South, Minneapolis, MN 55410. 952-929-9000. Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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