Sales + Events Guide for February 28–March 5

This week’s shopping and style highlights:

  • Stephanie Lake Design 48-Hour Sale: Twin Cities–based jeweler Stephanie Lake is offering the rare opportunity to score one of her one-of-a-kind gems at a discount during this flash sale, which includes bejeweled necklaces, cuffs, and earrings. 12 a.m. Tue., Feb. 28–11:59 p.m. Wed., March 1; note, sale prices are not reflected at stephanielakedesign.com. View sale items and details via constantcontact.com.

  • Up Six Vintage Winter Clearance: Save 30 percent on all vintage clothing and accessories for men and women, and 20 percent off all mid-century modern furnishings, housewares, records, jewelry case items, art, and lighting during the St. Paul vintage store’s annual winter clearance. Tue., Feb. 28–Sun., March 5 @ Up Six Vintage, 189 Snelling Ave. N, St. Paul, 651-917-0470, facebook.com/upsixvintage

  • Knitting LAB: Jessie McShane of Minnesota knitwear brand Wool and Whiskey is hosting LAB MPLS’s first-ever knitting LAB. Learn basic knitting techniques to complete a chunky knit scarf using custom knitting needles at this beginner’s course. 6:30–9 p.m. Tue., Feb. 28 @ LAB MPLS, 1629 Hennepin Ave., Ste. 300A, Minneapolis, eventbrite.com

  • Belle Isle Design Co. Website Re-launch Launch & Sale: One year after launching her jewelry brand, Belle Isle Design Co., Tess Weinberg is launching a new website with new stock and styles. To celebrate, the Minneapolis designer—who happens to be the daughter of longtime Minneapolis apparel designer Laine Weinberg of KOKOON—is offering 20 percent off site-wide during the first week of the launch. You can check out Weinberg’s modern, eye-catching designs Weinberg in person at Uptown shop Showroom. Wed., March 1–Tue., March 7 @ belleisledesignco.com

  • Upholstery Sample Sale at Ciel Loft & Home: Save up to 40 percent on upholstered furniture samples, including sofas, dining chairs, and more. Thu., March 2–Sun., March 5 @ 4415 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park, 952-922-2747, cielloftandhome.com

  • Spring Sales at ROAM: Save 20 percent off all Cassina and Cappellini furniture, plus save 15 percent on all Le Corbusier, Reaction Poetique, Flos, Tom Dixon, Kartell, and Pablo furnishings and lighting during ROAM Furniture & Lighting’s spring sale. Thu. March 2–Thu., March 16 @ 2914 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, 612-377-6465, roaminteriors.com

  • Double Peace Studio Spring Vintage Pop-up: The Minneapolis–based vintage seller pops up along with fellow 1970s-inspired vendors Xanadu Vintage and Invisible Ceremony for spring vintage goodies and craft cocktails. Visit @doublepeacevintage, @xanaduvintage, and @invisibleceremony on Instagram for sale previews. 4–9 p.m. Thu., March 2 @ Tattersall Distillery, 1620 Central Ave. NE. #150, Minneapolis (entrance at back of building).

  • Big Island’s 5th Anniversary Celebration: Celebrate five years of business while enjoying light bites and cocktails, a free gift with purchase valued over $100 while supplies last, and drawings of Big Island gift cards values from $50 to $250, plus view the new spring line by Twin Cities jewelry brand Tess + Tricia. 5–9 p.m. Thu., March 2 @ Big Island Swim & Surf, 229 Water St., Excelsior, 952-923-2464, bigislandswimandsurf.com; RSVP at rsvp@bigislandswimandsurf.com

  • Evening Market at Carver Junk Co.: Minnesota makers Kate Musselman and Kristy Taylor host an evening market at the Minneapolis shop, which sells modernized antique furniture, handcrafted home goods, and vintage treasures. 6–9 p.m. Thu., March 2 @ Carver Junk Co., 4748 Chicago Ave., Minneapolis, 612-417-7389, carverjunkcompany.com

  • iittala Bird Collection by Toikka: Creation of the Bird Event: Galleria home store Ampersand hosts an in-store event dedicated to iittala’s iconic Bird Collection. Enjoy treats while hearing about the history of the Scandinavian glass bird collection during this free event; early attendees receive a special gift. Register at eventbrite.com. 6:30–8 p.m. Thu., March 2 @ Ampersand, 3445 Galleria, Edina, 952-920-2118, ampersandshops.com

  • Kindred Folk Open Studio & Sale: Shop new pieces and save on past season collections during Minneapolis fashion brand’s open studio event. 5–9 p.m. Fri., March 3 @ Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson St. NE. #451, Minneapolis, kindredfolkmpls.com

  • Rewind Vintage’s Get Pretty Sale: Save 50 percent off clothing and shoes, and 25 percent off everything else, during the Northeast vintage shop’s semi-annual sale. Fri., March 3–Sun., March 5 @ Rewind Vintage, 2852B Johnson St. NE., Minneapolis, 612-788-9870, rewindminneapolis.com

  • Wit & Delight Beauty & Wellness Pop-up Shop: Lifestyle blog and design studio Wit & Delight hosts its first pop-up shopping event, offering the latest beauty and wellness products from Minneapolis and St. Paul brands. The free event features goods from Rume Candle Studio, Omari Brow Studio, The Elixery, The Nomadic Therapist, and Spot Spas. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Sat., March 4 @ Fisk Building, 1621 E. Hennepin Ave. #125, Minneapolis (enter through loading dock; parking in lot behind the building), witanddelight.com

  • Spring Parade of Homes Showcase: Get decor ideas at 481 new homes during the annual Spring Parade of Homes event, which showcases the latest in floor plans, interior design trends, furniture, finishes, and “Smart Home” technology. Events include wine and cheese tastings, seminars on green design trends, the art of downsizing and interior design styles. Admission is free except for a $5 donation to tour four high-end Artisan Dream Homes. Noon–6 p.m. Thursdays–Sundays from March 4–April 2 @ various locations; free guidebooks at Holiday Station stores or go to paradeofhomes.org

  • Mill City Farmer’s Market at MN Landscape Arboretum: The weekly farmer’s market pops up at the Arboretum for this annual event, which features all the Mill City Market homegrown products and foods against the backdrop of the Arboretum’s orchid exhibit. This week’s artist market includes jewelry by Aprilerre and Larissa Loden, shibori-dyed accessories and home goods by Indigo & Snow, handmade kitchenware by Crookedwood, and more. 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Sun., March 5 @ Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr., Chaska, millcityfarmersmarket.org & arboretum.umn.edu

  • Minnesota Opera Thriftique: Tempo, the Minnesota Opera’s young professionals group, and Arc’s Value Village Thrift Stores join forces for this styling event, which pairs personal stylists and alterations studio Perfect Fit by Marina with shoppers looking for opera-ready looks on a budget. A ticket includes personal styling services, two glasses of wine, and snacks, and a portion of ticket sales benefit Arc’s Value Village. Sign up at brownpapertickets.com to reserve a spot. 7:30–10 p.m. Sun., March 5 @ Arc’s Value Village Bloomington, 10546 France Ave S., Bloomington, 952-818-8708, arcsvaluevillage.org

  • Shop the Runway Opening & LEN Clearance Sale: Last week came the surprise announcement that Len Druskin would close all of its stores, including its LEN shops. Its business was purchased by Shop the Runway, which has taken over LEN’s City Center storefront. While the new concept awaits spring merchandise, all LEN goods for men and women are marked 50 percent off. Learn more about the new concept on the MNMO Style blog. Ongoing @ 40 S. 7th St. #202, Minneapolis, 612-455-1663