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That’s a Wrap: Green Wrapping Paper Alternatives
It’s easier than you think to come up with green alternatives to traditional giftwrap and boxes. Keeping a lid on refuse over the holidays takes...
Julieta Shoes are Stylish and Scientifically Designed for Comfort
Julieta footwear favors luxury and support. When it comes to luxury, comfort steps to the front of the line, which is why Wayzata couple Fernando...
Wayzata Flower Boutique Makes Centerpieces as Easy as A.B.C.
Arrange beautiful centerpieces with the help of Lilia Flower Boutique. The menu is complete. The table is set. It’s time to place the exclamation...
Rebel Girl Floral Arranges ‘Flowers for the Wild at Heart’
This local florist never makes the same arrangement twice and offers florals for any occasion. If you’ve seen it once, you won’t see it twice. With...
These Waterproof, Wipeable Pants Will Keep Your Kids Clean and Comfortable
A local mom created RubyScootz because her daughter's pants were always getting destroyed while she was crawling around. My daughter scooted on her...
Ooh La La Boutique Doubles in Size to ‘Accommodate Everyone’
Excelsior boutique expands its space and offerings. “We started expansion in January,” says owner Connie Frederick. After knocking down the wall...
Enhance Your Hair’s Natural Beauty at Lake Minnetonka’s Best Salon
Lavish stylist Ashley Halland talks about the latest trends and techniques for enhancing your hair’s natural beauty. “In our salon, we specialize a...
How to Overcome Your Fear of Swimwear
Finding the perfect swimsuit has more to do with understanding your own body, and where your curves are, and knowing what you plan on doing in the...
A Daytrip Tour of Downtown Excelsior
Our editor's guide to where to shop and eat in downtown Excelsior. Breakfast at Red Bench Bakery Enjoy a perfect mix of French baking sophistication...
3 Tried and True Kitchen Tools from Kowalski’s Market
Top three kitchen contraptions that won’t needlessly clutter up your kitchen. Everyone has that one drawer in their kitchen, overflowing with...
Wayzata-based Dog Threads Strikes a Deal on ‘Shark Tank’
Owners Gina and Scott Davis made a deal with star Mark Cuban. Wayzata-based company Dog Threads, which produces matching apparel for dogs and their...
Here’s the Trick to a Successful Staycation
Many come to the Lake Minnetonka area each year for their own vacations. If you put on your staycation goggles, you will see our community in a...
Local Kids’ Clothiers Dish on Micro Fashion
Oh Baby! and Honey P's Boutique offer ideas for dressing kids in style and with a smile. Oh Baby! Tom and Mary Lauer have been in the kids’ clothing...
Award-winning Wayzata Jewelers Open First Storefront
For years, the creative couple behind Patrick Mohs Jewelry sold their jewelry at other stores, shows and events. Now they've got a space of their...
Whether You’re Buying or Making Jewelry, Veberod Gallery is a Hidden Gem
Veberod Gallery in Minnetonka offers jewelry classes and workshops. Calling Veberod a hidden gem might come across as cheeky if it weren’t such an...
Losing Your Hair? Revamped Minnetonka Salon Nedia Brushes Shame Aside
Nedia Hair Loss Salon & Spa provides a safe and welcome space for hair loss treatment. Minnetonka’s Nedia Hair Loss Salon & Spa is a newly...
Married Wayzata Doctors Create ‘the Most Comfortable Heels’
Julie Thompson and her husband, Fernando Pena, launched their company Julieta Shoes in 2016. Wayzata’s Julie Thompson, M.D., is a hepatologist—she’s...
BA Craftmade Aprons Gives Back with Service Industry Health Fund
Project Black & Blue gives back to chefs struggling with physical or mental illnesses. Kate Meier and Trent Taher are living the dream; their BA...
How to Host a Modern Thanksgiving
Tips from local vendors to help refresh your table and hack the holidays. Plaid potholders, canned cranberries and mom in the kitchen all morning...
