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Apr

14

Creating at ClaySpace TC

Creating Pottery at ClaySpace TC Who knew there is a thriving ceramics community right here in Traverse City?! I visited ClaySpace TC (1455 Barlow St, Traverse City, MI 49686) for a private lesson on how to “throw the wheel” and walked away with a greater appreciation for the art as well as a longing for more! […]

Dec

19

Holiday Shopping at Haven

Holiday Shopping at Haven Boutique in Traverse City, MI I stopped by Haven Clothing Boutique in Traverse City, Michigan to check out their cozy clothing and accessories. Scroll down in this post to see some of the beautiful items I found including soft sweaters, winter hats, dyed sweatshirts, fun pants, carry-everything bags, oversized scarfs, knit […]

Dec

08

The Sweetest Little Pea Shop

Searching for the sweetest little pea…. My holiday visit to Sweet Pea Baby Boutique in Traverse City, Michigan, was filled with fun items including baby clothes, Melissa & Doug toys, Piggy Paint, and MY board books! As many of you know, I have four board books that make great gifts for little ones! See why […]

Dec

05

Local Pottery by Benjamin Maier Ceramics

Local Pottery by Benjamin Maier Ceramics A winter visit to his studio filled with gorgeous hand created pottery… The talented northern Michigan artist, Ben Maier of Benjamin Maier Ceramics, is celebrating 18 years of gorgeous pottery in 2020! His studio, located in Traverse City at 10201 S. Center Hwy (not his Leland Gallery), hosted a […]

Dec

01

In search of the Perfect Christmas Tree…

In search of the Perfect Christmas Tree… We are going on a tree hunt! Last weekend my family and I went in search of the best Christmas tree in Northern Michigan. Our adventure lead us to find some adorable animals (see pictures below.) we ended up finding our dream tree at the Robinson Family Christmas […]

Nov

26

A Limoncello Holiday

Lately I have been loving Italian Homemade Limoncello! Limoncello makes the perfect holiday gift that the receiving end can put to use right away. During the Christmas season it is a delicious aperitif to have on hand, especially if you have a little Italian in you (like me!) It is pretty easy to make and […]

Nov

13

The NEW Adore Boutique in TC

Adore Boutique: Traverse City, MI Last week I stopped by the new Adore Boutique in Traverse City and found cozy sweaters, leggings, and some gorgeous beauty products! The remodeled and rebranded shop is filled with women’s brands that we all love including my personal favorite yoga brand: Beyond Yoga! I was SO excited to see […]

Nov

04

Thoughts have energy with Lou Lou

I wanted to share with you this great video from my Laura Pollina. In it she demonstrates the idea that thoughts have energy through energy sticks using the example of her parent’s dog, Georgie (who is truly the sweetest.) Positive thoughts expand… I personally love energy stick and know how easy they are to make […]

Oct

26

It’s Wine Time on the Old Mission Peninsula

It’s Wine Time on the Old Mission peninsula It’s Wine Time on the Old Mission Peninsula! Northern Michigan is home to numerous wineries and wine regions to visit, one of my favorites areas is Old Mission, which is home to the Old Mission Peninsula Wine Trail- this region has 13 wineries to visit. Located on […]

Oct

10

Creative Women: Meet Traverse City Inventor, Brittany Luea

Inspire us with your Northern Michigan INVENTION! Meet: Brittany Luea Inventor. Entrepreneur. Architect. Owner of ComenityMED, LLC. Meet Brittany Luea: Inventor, entrepreneur, architect, and owner of ComenityMED, LLC Brittany Luea is looking out for females across the country with her latest invention, silicone foot supports. Sounds glamorous, right! Well, she invented these foot pads to […]

Oct

05

Beautiful Branding by Nicole

Beautiful Branding by Nicole Speake Some of you may notice a new look to StylishUpNorth.com– A new gorgeous logo, vibrant colors, cohesive look, and beautiful patterns throughout. I am super grateful for this new look created by Nicole Speake of Nicole Speake Brand & CreativeDesign, based out of Chicago, Illinois. She decided to feature the bright blue shades […]

Oct

01

Northern Migration’s Field Guide

AN UP NORTH FIELD GUIDE FOR THE SOUL… This gorgeous Northern Migration Field Guide is a guided journal for travelers exploring Traverse city and Leelanau County. This beautifully written and compiled book doesn’t just list places to go… It only features the best of the best and even leaves spots for you to take notes […]

Sep

21

Save the Planet with a Silicone Straw

Save the Planet with a Silicone Straw from this traverse city company!!! Discover: Stacey Feeley’s Silicone Straws Stacey Feeley is a Traverse City entrepreneur and the owner/inventor of GoSili Products– Sold throughout the world! Here is one of here hottest new products- A reusable silicone straw that is dishwasher safe, sustainable, and folds into this […]

Sep

17

Haven: A Cozy Clothing Market

HAVEN: A New Traverse City Clothing Boutique As we prepare for autumn weather we are starting to think more about sweaters, knits, and soft pants… Well, Up North ladies, I think I have found your new favorite store! With fall coming in strong, Northern Michigan style gals have found their newest calling at Haven Boutique- […]

Aug

30

A Visit to Westbay Handmade

WORTH A VISIT: SHOP WESTBAY HANDMADE on Front Street in Traverse City, Michigan for locally made goods all in one place! I found these great leather earrings for under $10 and LOTS of other fun surprises at one of my favorite shops in Traverse City- Westbay Handmade. The store carries goods from over 100 Michigan […]

Aug

13

Find Recycled Nautical Charm at Sea Bags Boutique on Front Street in Traverse City, MI

Discover Recycled Nautical Charm at Sea Bags: A New Boutique on Front Street in Traverse City, Michigan As I was walking down Front Street in Traverse City the other day I stumbled upon a new store filled with straight-up “Nautical Charm.” Walk inside Sea Bags and you will find hundreds of one-of-a-kind vintage bags and […]