Where to Find Handmade Holiday Gifts Around the Twin Cities

Nothing says how much you care quite like a handmade holiday gift, but what if you don't have the time to make something yourself?

That's where local artisan markets and handmade gift shops come in. These spots are stocked with hundreds of one-of-a-kind products for you to choose from, and each purchase you make supports local businesses and artists. Check out these six local shops selling handmade goods and find out why they're some of our team's favorite holiday shopping destinations.  

Local Artisan Markets and Handmade Gift Destinations Around the Twin Cities

Six Local Shops and Artisan Markets for Holiday Gifts

• Minneapolis Craft Market – Minneapolis: Shop original artwork, handmade jewelry, home goods, and other gifts from local makers at seasonal markets and retail locations.
• The Grand Hand Gallery – St. Paul: Browse handcrafted pottery, glasswork, paintings, and other original artwork.
• Bench Pressed – Minneapolis: Discover letterpress greeting cards, art prints, stationery, and creative gifts.
• Corazon – Minneapolis: Find locally designed jewelry, accessories, home décor, and unique gifts.
• I Like You Too – St. Paul: Shop handmade artwork, jewelry, greeting cards, stickers, and other locally crafted treasures.
• Ingebretsen's Scandinavian Gifts & Foods – Minneapolis: Explore traditional Nordic gifts, handcrafted items, kitchenware, and crafting supplies.

Minneapolis Craft Market – Minneapolis, MN

Address: Various Locations Throughout Minneapolis

If you're new to buying handmade holiday gifts, the Minneapolis Craft Market is a great place to start. This crafters' collective pulls together more than two dozen local vendors working in different mediums for your shopping convenience. Some of the items you might see up for sale include:

• Original paintings as well as prints and printed greeting cards
• Handmade bead, metal, clay, and acrylic jewelry
• All-natural small-batch bath and beauty products
• Hand-knit items like scarves, hats, tote bags, and rugs
• Sculptures and wall art made from reclaimed wood

The market has one permanent retail location inside the Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center, just around the corner from many of our Minneapolis homes for sale. They also run Holidays on Nicollet, a pop-up shop in the IDS Center open daily from November 5 through December 20, except Thanksgiving Day. Beyond that, you can catch them at various events around town, including:

• Quincy Street Makers Market on November 28 and December 13
• A Handmade Holiday Market at Bruhaven Craft Co. on Saturdays from November 7 through December 19, plus December 13 and 20
• Field & Festival Holiday Market at Wagner's Garden Center every Saturday and Sunday through December 20

The Grand Hand Gallery – St. Paul, MN 

Address: 1338 Grand Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105 

The Grand Hand Gallery isn't just an exhibition space – they also sell handmade items produced by some of the most talented artists working in the Twin Cities. Visit their retail space near our Saint Paul homes for sale to shop for:  

• Original paintings, sketches, and prints 
• Stained glass mosaics and suncatchers 
• Woven baskets (perfect for filling up with goodies) 
• Carved wooden items like furniture and statuettes 
• Pottery and glassware 

The gallery maintains regular daytime shopping hours throughout the week, with extended hours on select evenings. Check its website or call ahead before visiting, especially around Christmas Eve.  

Bench Pressed – Minneapolis, MN 

Address: 2010 26th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55406 

Bench Pressed is primarily a design and letterpress company, but they sell a little bit of everything at their retail location on 26th Avenue S. Some of their handmade items include: 

• Art prints and greeting cards made one by one using their in-house letterpress equipment 
• Home decor like posters, wind chimes, and vases made by local artists 
• Candles and incense strips with all-natural scents 

Some of their products are mass-produced, so double-check before you buy if the handmade aspect really matters to you. The printed products are almost always a safe bet! 

The shop is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Custom orders must be placed at least two weeks in advance unless you're willing to pay a rush order fee.  

Corazon – Minneapolis, MN 

Address: 4646 E. Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55406 

It's fitting that Corazon's name means heart. Almost everything you can buy at this neighborhood gift shop was made or designed by local craftspeople. These artists love what they do, and they want to help you express your love in turn. Pop in to the shop to find treasures like: 

• Artisan jewelry made with beads, clay, enamel, and more 
• Upcycled jackets, totes, and accessories 
• Hand-painted and locally designed stationery, postcards, and greeting cards 
• Cutting boards and game boards made from reclaimed wood salvaged right here in the Twin Cities 

Corazon's hours are a little more variable than most shops: they open at 10 a.m. on weekdays or 9 a.m. on weekends and close as late as 8 p.m. near the end of the week. Check their website to find out exactly how long they'll be open on the day you plan to visit.  

I Like You Too – St. Paul, MN 

Address: 416 Snelling Ave. S., St. Paul, MN 55105 

I Like You Too is one of a pair of stores that host the work of more than 300 Twin Cities craftspeople across both locations. You can get handmade versions of almost anything here, including: 

• Original art and art prints 
• Vinyl-printed mugs and glasses 
• Artisanal jewelry made from resin, quartz, metal, and more 
• Handmade postcards and stationery for every occasion 
• A whole wall of stickers and decals, including some that are large enough to work as bumper stickers 

The shop is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. 

Ingebretsen's Scandinavian Gifts & Foods – Minneapolis, MN 

Address: 1601 E. Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55407 

Did you know that Scandinavian immigrants played an important role in Minneapolis's history? Ingebretsen's Scandinavian Gifts & Foods pays homage to that part of the city's past, selling imported Nordic goodies alongside Nordic-inspired handmade items and crafting essentials. Look out for:  

• Hand-carved figurines and sculptures inspired by traditional Scandinavian designs 
• Cookware and kitchen tools to make dishes like lefse, krumkake, and aebleskiver
• Patterns, kits, and supplies for making Scandinavian-style crafts like sweaters and tatting

You can stop by between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, with shorter hours from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Christmas Eve.  

Make Your Own Holiday Magic in Your New Home in the Twin Cities 

Holiday gifting is a beautiful tradition, but it's the time we spend together that makes this season truly special. Call today to get matched with an agent. Your next home is waiting to make your holiday dreams come true.