Visit 20+ galleries inside of a 2 block radius of SOWA Boston on May 14–16 for this Spring’s South End Stroll! This pedestrian-only road is dreamy with blossoming trees and lined with local shops. At Minni, we have a selection of gifts, toys, activities, and art supplies for children and adults. Join us for this Spring stroll!
Read MoreThe SoWa Farmers Market starts this weekend from 11am–3pm at 500 Harrison in the South End! The market will feature 60 vendors, with many cooking-related items, but other handmakers as well. The market is free to attend. You can see the full list of vendors here.
Read MoreEarth Day is here and we’re always looking for ways to reduce our impact on our planet. In our Minni Shop, we feature sustainable brands and are committed to more earth-friendly learning and products! We’ve rounded up some of our favorite sustainable products below.
Read MoreJust launched! Boston’s new B-Local app connects the city, local businesses, and residents. Get rewarded when you shop locally at businesses like ours! Download today and earn Boston points and redeem cash.
Read MoreKelly Harris Smith is a designer, creative director, and entrepreneur specializing in natural and sustainable materials for commercial and residential interior design. She is the co-founder of FilzFelt and is the founder of Minni! Having trained in architecture at Northeastern University, Kelly is inspired by pattern, color, and innovative functionality.
Read MoreFinally! Natural, organic, and food-based paint (made with organic fruit and vegetable extracts) that doesn’t compromise on color and vibrancy. Finger paints by Eco-Kids are the perfect introduction to your child applying color to paper. Eco-Kids uses food-safe, non-GMO ingredients to create all-natural colors for your little artist!
Read MoreWhen we think of April, we think of Spring, rain, and tiny little buds making their way through the soil. Check out our favorite Spring themed books below to get you and your little one excited for a changing season.
Read MoreCalling all artists! We’ve partnered with the Hurley School to offer a virtual art workshop! Create a paper flower with us to celebrate Spring and the blooms of the season. No special art supplies needed. Participants can use a variety of materials found around the house – including newspaper, magazines, and paper.
Read MoreFor this week's Community Drop-In, join us in celebrating Minni's third birthday! Stop by our studio to stack, paint and decorate GIANT cardboard toppling, towering birthday cakes. We will fulfill your pastel paint and cake decorating dreams with all the toppings and the most colorful confetti sprinkles. Book your own private time slot for the whole family!
Read MoreWhat is more fun than playing with play dough? We can’t think of much. Not only do you get to play with play dough, but you can also MAKE your own play dough with The Dough Project’s DIY kit. Follow these easy steps below to make yours today with your little one(s)!
Read MoreRubbings – Explore texture and pattern with just three materials. Collect your crayons and pastels! Sticky Lemon’s crayons are our favorite to use for this project. Place a piece of cardboard on a flat surface, put a piece of printer paper on top, and use the side of a crayon to make a rubbing. Layer colors and use corrugated cardboard for extra texture!
Read MoreCelebrate Minni’s birthday and join us for a FREE virtual workshop! In Minni’s FREE SculptureShop – Birthday Cakes (Virtual) bakers and sculptors will celebrate Minni’s birthday with the ultimate cake creation! Instructor Maria will show students how to stack, layer and decorate a cake sculpture using boxes and recycled materials.
Read MoreIt’s inevitable that little ones will have some tumbles, but we can make the recovery a bit better with stylish bandages for all personalities. Welly is a Minnesotan company, looking out for all adventure seekers and for anyone (big or small) afraid to fall down. Choose from friendly monsters, peculiar pets, or groovy bandages inspired by the ’70s. Wear your artful bandage(s) with pride!
Read MoreWe’ve been obsessed with rainbows for a long time (just check out our Pinterest page), but we’re even more elated to start Minni Favorite Books blog series because our first month kicks off St. Patrick’s Day, and we’re loving all things green + rainbow.
Read MoreStudents will explore nature from the ground up through a series of engaging and process-driven art projects in our four-day in-studio April Program. Little explorers will use an outdoorsy mix of materials to grow their own plants and mix up rainbow gardens complete with plants, animals and imaginary creations.
Read MoreWhether gifting a new mama or looking for at-home activities, we’ve got everything you need in green! Notabag’s compact backpack + tote will be practical for bike rides to farmer’s market trips! For toddlers, Wee Gallery’s 32 Ways to Dress Woodland Animals and PlanToys mushroom kaleidoscope will grow their imagination.
Read MoreStretch, shape, and sculpt TWO St. Patrick’s Day slime projects! This project is for ages 4+ and only requires a few materials (likely in your kitchen cabinet). For an opaque vibrant green slime, try our fluffy shamrock shake slime. For a translucent, sparkly slime filled with glittery goodness, try our pot of gold slime!
Read MoreTake a step back, stitch and relax with our Embroidery Kit! Each DIY Embroidery Kit includes everything you need to stitch your own textile masterpiece, including 3 designs printed on cotton fabric, a bamboo embroidery hoop, needle, stainless steel scissors, and our favorite (and most colorful) embroidery thread.
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