Simple-Trends

07/05/2026

Adventures of my dogs. This is daily.

06/30/2026

Dog Items available. Send me fabric and I can make a perfect match for ypur special occasion. All handmade in Minnesota.

06/22/2026

🏳️‍🌈 Next Stop: Twin Cities Pride Festival! 🏳️‍🌈

​We are so excited to be heading to Loring Park this weekend to celebrate Pride!
​Come find us in the Orange Section, booth 421, to shop our vibrant collection of hand-sewn dog collars—complete with matching detachable bow ties and flowers so your pups can celebrate in style! 🐾✨

​We will also have a full stock of our signature handmade purses and bags ready for the weekend. 👜❤️

​🤔 Help Me Decide!
​It might be June, but it’s never too early to plan ahead for cooler weather—especially when there's sparkle involved! Should I bring along the bling and rainbow mittens for everyone who loves to stay ahead of the game?
​Let me know in the comments if you want me to pack them! 👇🌈✨

​🗓️ Event Details & Hours
​Saturday, June 27, 2026: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
​Sunday, June 28, 2026: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

​📍 Where to Find Us
​Location: Loring Park, Minneapolis
​Find our Booth: Look for us in the Orange Section, booth 421.
​We can't wait to see you (and your furry friends) there. Happy Pride! 🌈✨

06/20/2026

06/19/2026

Work smarter, not harder! Swap your thread once and do all your rivets in one go. It saves time and prevents a massive mess in a small sewing space!
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06/18/2026

Art fair weeks are about finishing touches. Binding, then rivets, and this batch of bags is done.

06/18/2026

"I don't have hobbies..."

​Honestly, between eating, playing pickleball, bike rides, walking with friends, and family time, my plate is full! But this business? It really does consume my life in the best way possible.

​I put in a lot of hours, but I absolutely love every second of it. I never forget that what I get to do all day long in my sewing room is what others do just for fun—and it truly is always fun in here!

Thanks for supporting my business and making my dreams come true.

​ HandmadeInMN

06/17/2026

Big news: My bags have officially gone strapless!

​Because every Simple-Trends bag and strap is handcrafted by yours truly, I love giving you the freedom to create your own look.

​Not sure where to start? Let's do it together! I’ll help you match the perfect strap to your bag so you walk away with the ultimate custom accessory. There are so many gorgeous options to choose from right now.

​Stop by and let's find your perfect pairing!

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06/15/2026

Working..... 2 more weekends of art shows before a break.

​Stone Arch Bridge Festival (Father's Day Weekend)
​Saturday, June 20: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
​Sunday, June 21: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

​Twin Cities Pride Festival (Loring Park)
​Saturday, June 27: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
​Sunday, June 28: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

What do you hope I have done? Anything special?

06/12/2026

It’s the details you don’t see that make a handmade bag so special.

​New Tip: Using pinking shears to trim away the seam allowance on a curve is the ultimate secret to getting that beautiful, smooth finish on the outside.

​Every single step of the process is done by hand with love, precision, and a whole lot of care.
​All these little details are what set a handmade piece apart. Which style is the perfect match for you?