Maker Minute – Week of June 20, 2025: Expansion News + Pop-Up Announcements + Grand Opening Date

• Our store expansion is officially underway
• Two amazing local favorites — Funk It Coffee & Thrift and Vine and Design — are moving in as semi-permanent pop-ups
• A brand-new living wall installation is now part of the shop experience
• Our Grand Opening Party is set for Friday, June 27th from 6–8 PM —COME TO THE STORE!

🛍️ VISIT US
 📍 112 W Front St, Missoula, MT
 🕒 Open 7 days a week🌐 www.missoulamakerscollective.com
📲 Instagram: @mslamakers
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 The Missoula Makers Minute is made for you — our community. New episodes every Friday. Listen in, shop local, and come see what Missoula is making.

Welcome to the Missoula Makers Minute — your official weekly update from us, the Missoula Makers Collective team.

This is our way of keeping you in the loop on everything happening inside our storefront at 112 West Front Street in downtown Missoula. Each Friday, we hop into the Trail 103.3 studios to record a quick, real-time update on what’s new — so by Monday, you're already in the know.

🎙️ Think of this as a mini micro-news podcast — just a minute or two — where we share what’s fresh in the shop, what’s changing, who’s joining us, upcoming events, and big announcements (like this week’s store expansion 👀).

🛠️ For the week of June 16–23, 2025, we’re excited to tell you all about the construction going on behind that big temporary wall — yep, we’re expanding! More space means more room for Makers, new categories, and two awesome semi-permanent vendor spaces coming soon.

🎧 You can catch us here each week, hear the radio versions on Trail 103.3, or follow along on Instagram — however you tune in, thank you for being part of this creative little corner of Missoula.

🛍️ VISIT US
 📍 112 W Front St, Missoula, MT
 🕒 Open 7 days a week

🌐 www.missoulamakerscollective.com
📲 Instagram: @mslamakers
 
💌 Join our mailing list for exclusive updates, pop-up alerts & fresh maker arrivals.

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 The Missoula Makers Minute is made for you — our community. New episodes drop every Friday. Listen in, shop local, and come see what Missoula is making.

Meet Kendall of Whimsical Wearables! -> Instagram

Get ready for another exciting installment of our Missoula Makers Maker interview series! This week, we had the pleasure of chatting with Kendall, the owner of Wimsicle Wearables, who has been with us since our very first market in the Oi! Yoi! studio. Kendall shares her journey of creating polymer clay, food-themed jewelry and miniatures for the past 10 years - starting in elementary school! Listen in as we discuss the evolution of her business and how it has grown from selling to friends in school, to participating in markets all around Missoula and Montana.

In this episode, Kendall highlights some of her favorite products, including the new and trendy croc charms, which have been a huge success. She also discusses her venture into making hand-printed stickers using carving tools and erasers, and how printmaking has become a popular and enjoyable hobby. Join us at our market tonight at Caras Park from 5.30 to 8.30 pm, where you'll find Whimsical Wearables alongside almost 30 other incredible vendors, not to mention food trucks, live music, and an all-around amazing atmosphere.
See you there!

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Shop mslamakers outdoor summer markets! 

• When: Every Thursday from 5:30 - 8:30
• Where: Caras Park in Downtown Missoula, MT.

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Shop mslamakers Storefront! 

• 7-Days a Week
• 420 N. Higgins, Downtown Missoula

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Get involved --> mslamakers.com

| [email protected] |   <-- Press Inquiries

Meet Brianca of Bellis Botanicals! 

• Instagram
• Linktree

Join us for this lively interview with Brianca of Bellis Botanicals, a talented artist and permanent vendor at the Missoula Makers Market this summer. Listen in as Brianca shares her journey of creating nature-inspired jewelry with resin, pressed flowers, and polymer clay, crafting intricate designs like butterflies, hanging plants, and more. You'll also hear about her unique process of working with polymer clay canes to create stunningly detailed pieces, as well as her secret talent as a video editor.

Brianca also shares her excitement for the upcoming summer market season and reflects on her recent experience at the last market. Find out how she navigated the challenges of weather and booth setup, and her appreciation for the opportunity to interact with fellow makers and customers. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation with a truly passionate and creative artist, and be sure to attend the Missoula Makers Market to witness Brianca's incredible work in person.

Bio:

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Shop mslamakers outdoor summer markets! 

• When: Every Thursday from 5:30 - 8:30
• Where: Caras Park in Downtown Missoula, MT.

________

Shop mslamakers Storefront! 

• 7-Days a Week
• 420 N. Higgins, Downtown Missoula

________

Get involved --> mslamakers.com

| [email protected] |   <-- Press Inquiries

Embodying our commitment to inclusivity and empowerment, "The Missoula Maker's Minute" prioritizes giving voice to women, trans, and nonbinary makers. We believe in providing equal opportunities and resources to underrepresented individuals, fostering a more diverse and vibrant creative landscape.

Meet Mariah Laughlin of Mariah's Macrame!

We had a fantastic conversation with Mariah, the talented fiber artist and owner of Mariah's Macrame, who shared her experiences participating in the Missoula Makers Collective Markets. She revealed the ever-changing nature of her best-selling items, from plant hangers to cat toys, and gave us a glimpse into her incredible booth display, which is truly a macrame wonderland!

But there's more to Mariah than just her art. In this episode, we also explore her incredible full-time job as the Art Director at Opportunity Resources, a local nonprofit for disabled adults. Mariah helps create and sell artwork while providing art therapy and additional income for these amazing individuals. Plus, don't miss her special announcement about a rainbow weave she's selling in support of Pride month and LGBT Montana. Join us as we get to know Mariah and her passion for art, community, and giving back.

Mariah's Bio:

Mariah has been previously featured as part of our Maker Talk Blog Series . .

• Read HERE --> The Glorified Lemonade Stand 
• Follow Mariah on Instagram: --> mariahs.macrame <--  

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Shop mslamakers outdoor summer markets! 

• When: Every Thursday from 5:30 - 8:30
• Where: Caras Park in Downtown Missoula, MT.

________

Shop mslamakers Storefront! 

• 7-Days a Week
• 420 N. Higgins, Downtown Missoula

________

Get involved --> mslamakers.com

| [email protected] |   <-- Press Inquiries

Embodying our commitment to inclusivity and empowerment, "The Missoula Maker's Minute" prioritizes giving voice to women, trans, and nonbinary makers. We believe in providing equal opportunities and resources to underrepresented individuals, fostering a more diverse and vibrant creative landscape.