As a long time favorite at the Minni Shop, we wanted to share a bit more about what makes PlanToys one of our top choices for sustainable play.
At PlanToys, sustainability and child development are top priorities. Their wooden toys enhance both physical and cognitive development by focusing on child safety and age milestones during design and production.
Read MoreHappy April to our Minni community!
April showers bring May flowers…and they certainly have not disappointed! The rain has seemingly been endless but the blossoming trees, budding tulips and hyacinths have brought us back to life and made us ready to party.
If you’re feeling similarly, come host your next party or a playdate in our creative space at Minni!
Read MoreWe are thrilled to share that the Minni Shop carries our favorite robot creations The OffBits. You may have seen these S.T.E.M. forward bots previously at to one of our OffBits workshops, where we used mixed materials in addition to The OffBits kit to create innovative cars and robots.
But first, let us formally introduce you to The OffBits.
Read MoreHappy March to our Minni community! It has been a incredibly rainy and dreary month, but inside the Minni studio we’re staying hopeful that brighter days are around the corner. With that in mind, this month we needed a reminder that even with the rain outside we can have just as much fun indoors using our creativity.
After all, creativity is intelligence having fun!
Read MoreWe are thrilled to share that the Minni Shop now offers Sarah’s Silks for purchase at our Minni Shop.
Sarah’s Silks inspires imaginative play in children with open-ended toys made from natural materials. Founded in the belief that every child deserves quality materials to create their own play, drawing from the philosophies of Waldorf education and Sarah’s own childhood of imaginative play, Sarah has been designing Playsilks and other natural, eco-friendly wooden and silk toys for over 30 years.
Read MoreHappy February aka our most beloved month for crafting! Valentines and spreading love to all special friends and family are the hallmark of February, and in honor our quote of the months reflects how we feel about art + love. Treat love like confetti and spread it everywhere!
Read MoreThough creativity is our favorite kind of Valentine, we also love other traditions like making breakfast together, buying flowers, or exchanging gifts. We have holiday-appropriate gifts in our Minni Shop that check both boxes - creativity + Valentine themed!
Read MoreAt Minni we are encourage little artists to explore their creativity, no matter where it takes them or the mess they make.
In fact, the messier the better! Learn more about our upcoming classes, workshops, and vacation programs to find out how we can inspire your child’s creativity!
Read MoreUnique to our South End location, we have partnered with our neighbors on Thayer Street including Boston Fiber Company, Wyllo, Stitch & Tickle, and Clay Lounge for a Holiday Shopping Raffle!
Read MoreThe holiday season is officially upon us, and if you’re anything like us then you’ve waited until now to start thinking about gifts for your little ones. Not to worry, Minni has great gifts at every price point for artists big and small!
Read MoreSpring has officially sprung, and we’ve compiled a gift guide with some of our best sellers at the Minni Shop! April showers are sure to bring May flowers, so whether you’re in need of activities on rainy days or are trying get outside on the sunnier ones, Minni Shop has just the items you’ll need!
Read MoreTia Keobounpheng AKA Tiakeo/art has lent her amazing artistic abilities with Minni again to create our new Beacon Hill Coloring Cards! Tia illustrated these beautiful coloring cards for ages 4+ by taking inspiration from the Charles Street Meeting House’s location where the building still stands today.
Read MoreGeometry has committed itself to sustainability, performance and impeccable design. Made from post-consumer products, each towel uses 3.5 plastic bottles! Their commitment to “prioritizing the planet over people” is contagious and it’s why we love them so!
Read MoreWe are so excited to feature hand-drawn coloring pages at every Minni birthday party! These beautiful pages inspired by Minni’s party themes were illustrated by talented Minni instructor and artist Eda French. Each custom illustration features an adorable cast of animal characters on all kinds of adventures. Take a sneak peek and learn more about Eda.
Read MoreWhether you’re going on a major road trip or zipping to the grocery store, a fun toy or activity can make the ride much smoother. We’ve picked some of our favorites from the Minni shop for creativity to-go! Browse the selection below…
Read MoreWe’re proud to carry Art Philosophy products in the Minni Shop! The California based brand is focused on making high quality art-making materials for any point in your artistic journey. From calming down with creative exercises to working on a passion project, Art Philosophy has you covered. In their own words, Art Philosophy’s products are “as colorful as your imagination”.
Read MoreLooking for gift for the ones you love this Valentine’s Day? We’ve got something sweet in store for you!
Read MorePoppik products have been a big hit in the Minni Shop and we can see why! The brand’s beautiful selection of paint-by-sticker and assemblage posters feature designs from an ever-expanding group of artists and illustrators, ensuring a range of artistic styles. With projects for kids ages 2-99 in sizes ranging from “mini” to “giant”, Poppik truly offers something for everyone.
Read MoreThis holiday season we’ve curated gift bundles, sure to bring cheer to the whole family! In the Minni Shop, we strive to create a selection well designed, high quality products. Plus, with our in-house designed products you know you’re giving a gift they won’t find anywhere else. Save 10% when you bundle! Browse our selection below.
Read MoreWrite Sketch & began as a design studio in Milan founded in 2004 by Matteo Carrubba and Angela Tomasoni. Their products feature an avant-garde aesthetic and are produced in Italy and France with the only highest quality materials. It’s clear from their bright and refreshing designs Carrubba and Tomasoni and still having fun creating products together! Check out a few of our favorites from this special brand.
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