Artful Living Magazine

12/12/2025

Fromage Co.’s Jen Brisson tells us about Excelsior’s new epicurean hot spot and her favorite gift ideas for hosts this holiday season.

Fromage Co. co-owner Jen Brisson tells us more about the new Excelsior epicurean hot spot and shares her top holiday gift ideas.

12/11/2025

Expert holiday home decorating the O'Hara Interiors way.

Interior designer: O'Hara Interiors
Builder: Thompson Construction
Photography: Rob Grosse / Spacecrafting

12/09/2025

It’s a familiar scenario: A couple buys a new home, lives there for a while and discovers some things they’d like to change. They draw up renovation plans (the fun part) and request bids, then the numbers come in higher than expected (less fun). Deephaven residents Andy and Allison took another path by wiping the slate clean and tearing down the abode they’d lived in for 20 years.

A look inside this modern meets traditional home crafted by Kyle Hunt & Partners, Inc.

Builder: Kyle Hunt & Partners, Inc.
Architect: Sharratt Design & Company
Interior designer: Redpath Constable Interior Design
Landscaper: Yardscapes, Inc.
Photography: Scott Amundson

12/08/2025

Keep spirits high with alcohol-free sips fit for every festive soiree.

Keep the spirits high this holiday season with these Artful Living–approved alcohol-free alternatives fit for every festive soiree.

12/05/2025

How does one make a 9,000-square-foot home feel inviting and deeply livable? For designer Kelly McGauley of Leona Rose Interiors, the answer was clear: embrace texture, authenticity and a family-first layout.

Leona Rose Interiors and Nor-Son Custom Builders bring to life a three-story home, taking full advantage of sweeping St. Croix River views.

12/04/2025

Bishop's Lodge, Auberge Collection delivers Southwest sophistication in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

In Santa Fe, New Mexico, Bishop’s Lodge is a secluded, sophisticated Southwest sanctuary set among the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

12/03/2025

Starting today, The Westin Edina Galleria’s Winter Village returns with a lineup of dazzling events. From curated wine dinners and live music to intimate soirees and cozy moments, this season offers more to savor, more to celebrate, and more to remember — all elevated through Westin’s continued partnership with Moët Hennessy.

Discover some of the new offerings below and secure your tickets now.

Starting December 3, the Westin Edina Galleria’s Winter Village returns with a lineup of dazzling events and festive experiences.

12/02/2025

Located in Minnetrista, Everly Farms Minnesota is a family-run winery rooted in the belief that great hospitality is both an art and a story.

Frank and Esther Weigel bought the vaunted 43-acre Minnetonka Orchards in 2021, but the pair says they quickly realized that what started as a seasonal stop had the potential to be a year-round destination for food, wine, fun — and a new take on old traditions.

Meet the team behind the charming Everly Farms and our holiday issue North Notables. Link in bio for the full interview.

Photo c/o Bo Carlock // Spacecrafting.

Located in Minnetrista, Everly Farms is a family-run winery rooted in the belief that great hospitality is both an art and a story.

12/01/2025

Starting December 5, celebrate the season at Foraged, an immersive pop-up dining experience hosted by Tavola at Minneapolis’s Elliot Park Hotel, Autograph Collection.

Celebrate the season at Foraged, an immersive pop-up dining experience hosted by Tavola at Minneapolis’s Elliot Park Hotel.

11/28/2025

Whether your seasonal social obligations involve hosting, attending or a merry mixture of both, it’s always nice to bring an offering to the table (literally). Here, we’ve got you covered with 10 gourmet mail-order foods to shop this season — whether for nourishing your loved ones or nurturing yourself.

From caviar and cakes to oysters and steaks, these specialty foods will elevate any Thanksgiving or Christmas gathering.

11/26/2025

‘Tis the season for spirited gatherings, delicious food and quality time with the ones we cherish most. Let these sparkling and stylish picks from Galleria Edina in our holiday Guide inspire you to put your best foot forward this festive season.

From coveted accessories to glittering tableware, these winter picks are not to be missed this holiday season.