You might say October marks the height of fall: The temperature finally dips—and actually stays chilly. Pumpkin patches and apple orchards are ripe for the picking. Cafes have hit their true pumpkin spice latte strides. And throughout most of the United States, the colorful change in fall foliage will peak sometime during the month of October, making this particular autumn month synonymous with prime leaf-peeping.
Read MoreCreate your very own version of making snowflakes! December 27th just might be the perfect post Christmas activity to share with friends and family. Consider sharing your creations with those who aren’t able to move around as easily.
Read MoreA fire in our store set us back on our heels. Now our friends at ModiLumi Lightingare helping us get back on our feet. They’re hosting us in their store so you can shop for authentic mid-century and modern furniture, decor and gift-worthy items from the MidModMen+friends collection. Plus, you can browse and buy distinctive lamps, lampshades and light fixtures designed and created by ModiLumi. Join us Saturday, November 13, 20 and 27 from 11am to 5pm.
Read MoreOur favorite vintage modern furniture retailer, MidModMen+friends in St. Paul, MN, has learned to prioritize what pieces to rescue and how much to invest. Check out this brief case study in rescuing the right pieces.
Read MoreIf you only have visions of tuning up the snowblower, fiddling with the thermostat and buying ice melt, you're missing the more pleasant aspects of getting cozy in your fall/winter shelter. Getting your home ready to counter weather's tougher elements is also a time to style your space into an inviting sanctuary for family, friends and even pets. Here are some of my home essentials for capturing the spirit of hygge.
Read MoreAt my store, MidModMen+friends, we have the opportunity to buy dozens of sofas and possibly hundreds of chairs that need new upholstery and other restoration work. Here are some criteria for deciding whether a piece that needs TLC is worth it for you.
Read MoreNeal Kielar is the owner of MidModMen+Friends. A must visit for Mid-Century decor. Neal’s Home Decor Resolutions set you up for a clutter-free 2019. Get the deeper dive by reading the full article here and MidModMen.com.
A final resolution: get to work! It's already weeks into 2019.
Read MoreOrigami in the Garden is a monumental outdoor sculpture exhibit and mixed media indoor exhibit, at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. It was created by Santa Fe artists Jennifer and Kevin Box, and captures the delicate nature of this paper art form in museum-quality metal.
Read MoreI’ve never been much of a groupie, but in the case of Dale Chihuly’s works of art, I make it a priority to visit any and every museum or destination where his works are standing, floating, or hanging! If you’re inclined, head to the Biltmore, ASAP!
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