Meet Northwind Supply
Mal owner of Northwind Supply
Where are you from and how does that affect your work?
I am from the east coast (Maryland), so I have that east coast hustle! I get into a groove and sometimes need to remind myself to pause and smell the roses.
Who/what are your biggest artistic influences?
There are so many amazing artists out there! I gotta say Portland Leather makes some really lovely bags, it is fun to see what they create.
What is the hardest part of your creation process?
The best and hardest part of our creative process is the same - personalization! I love making each piece totally unique, but with that comes the necessity of being very detail oriented and getting it just right! Lots of love and attention there!
What’s your favorite item that you’re created, and why?
Geez, that is tough! We have created some really beautiful pieces, but our loop keychain really gets a lot of love and it is easy to see why! Such a nice, sweet, thoughtful gift!
Love it. What do you love most about Minneapolis or Minnesota in general?
Oh boy, there are so many things I LOVE about Minneapolis. It is a beauty, green city and our people are beautifully kind. It is an honor to call this city our home!
What is a fun fact about yourself that others may not expect?
I lived in Mexico for 5 years, living the dream in the Caribbean in my early 20's.
Oh fun! Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
As I am building connection with our Minneapolis community, I hope to see Northwind whisked away into the surrounding states. I love our mission focused on sustainability and know that this is important to others too, now more than ever!
You have the day off, what do you do?
Nature! I love a slow morning in the screened in porch listening to the birds. From there, give me sunshine, a paddleboard, a pretty walk in the woods, please!
Anything special you’d like to share?
There will always be enough sunshine for all of us, it has been a pleasure connecting and supporting other local businesses and our community. May this shared vision continue, thank you!
Find Northwind Supply at the Downtown Minneapolis Street Art Festival on August 9th & 10th.
Website: Northwindsupply.com
Instagram: @Northwindsupply
