Minni + Eda French Illustrations

We 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.

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Brand Highlight: Art Philosophy

We’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”.

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Minni Favorite Books – February

This month’s stories are united by something they’re all missing… words! We have all heard the adage “a picture is worth a thousand words” and in the case of these illustrated stories, it couldn’t be more true. Each story takes us on a journey told solely through illustration, challenging the viewer to mine each page for visual cues.

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Class Highlight: Minni Builders for Toddlers

Reach new heights at Minni Builders! This class focuses on layering, sticking and stacking silly structures and creative constructions using recycled materials and tangible textures. Planned projects emphasize spatial awareness development, creative play and sensory stations. Let the building begin!

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Minni on Boston Mamas!

We are thrilled to have the Minni Summer Program featured on Boston Mamas! The site is a fantastic resource for parents in the Boston area (and beyond!) featuring articles on a wide range of topics: from the best spot in town for tacos, to advice on approaching tough subjects with kids, to the latest in parenting tech.

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Minni Favorite Books – January

As we enter a new year, we’re resolving to be BRAVE, whatever the year may bring! Starting a new year with hope and promise means facing fears that may get in our way. These stories inspire us to summon our courage in service of our big dreams. The plucky characters show us the magical things we can accomplish when we forge ahead, despite our fears.

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Minni Summer Program 2022!

It might be chilly now but we’ve got sunny days to look forward to! This summer Minni is offering 10 weeks of programming designed to get kids using their imaginations to design, explore, and express themselves! With themes from sustainability to superheroes and processes from painting to slime making we have the creativity covered! Take a look at our newest themes, just 3 of 10 programs we are running this summer!

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Brand Highlight: Poppik

Poppik 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.

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UPPAbaby at Minni

This innovative American company’s mission is to make high-quality baby products that fit parents’ needs, with attention to modern and sleek design. Additionally, the Uppababy Gives Back program supports non-profit organizations. Minni is kicking off our partnership by hosting an Uppababy event during the SoWa Winter Festival! Join us to create some fun art projects, including coloring sheets and snowflake-making. You can even snap an instant photo in front of our winter forest back drop and create an ornament or frame with MT washi tape and recycled materials!

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