Wendi Shilts-Johnson

Class of 2026 parents: The countdown is on! 🎓 Before you commit to a backyard graduation party, let’s talk about Minnesota weather, renting tents, and cleaning your house twice. 🧹 At The Studio Downtown, you get climate control, included tables, and zero post-party cleanup. When you do the math on rentals, booking our venue is often the smarter choice! Read our latest post to see why booking early is a gift to yourself. (Bonus tips for Class of 2027 planners inside!) ✨

Planning a baby shower in 2026? 🍼 Skip the melted chocolate diaper games and cheesy plastic decor. We’re sharing 4 creative themes that look incredible against the exposed brick at The Studio Downtown. 1️⃣ A Baby is Brewing ☕ 2️⃣ Adventure Awaits 🌲 3️⃣ Vintage Storybook 📚 4️⃣ Baby in Bloom 🌼 See how to host a shower that feels modern, cozy, and saves you money on decor!

How to plan a wedding that looks expensive but makes your bank account smile. Okay, let’s get real for a second. The minute you get engaged, you enter a world where the price of everything  seems to have an extra zero attached to it. The average wedding in Minnesota is getting pricey, and the "sticker shock" is real. But here is a secret: In my previous life, I was an accountant. Before I ever opened The Studio Downtown , my world revolved around balanced spreadsheets and bottom lines. That...