Led by a local art-loving, re-purposing junky, Marquess Studios is a unique space to attend creative workshops, order DIY art kits to-go or design custom orders via private appointment. If you are feeling super creative or sentimental, sign your group up for “Junky-to-Funky” where each guest will create a custom design from something out of their own keepsake drawer. We also sell our locally made custom jewelry and keepsakes online.

Led by a local art-loving, re-purposing junky, Marquess Studios is a unique space to attend creative workshops, order DIY art kits to-go or design custom orders via private appointment. If you are feeling super creative or sentimental, sign your group up for “Junky-to-Funky” where each guest will create a custom design from something out of their own keepsake drawer. We also sell our locally made custom jewelry and keepsakes online.

Head to Stillwater to find your engagement ring, wedding band, or jewelry for wedding party or family gifts. 
Stoke’s Jewelry, Allure by Greatons, Diamonds on Main

For accessories like veils, shoes, purses or custom pieces, visit: Marquess Studios,

ACCOMMODATIONS  –  Find lodging in Stillwater to meet all  budgets for you and your guests.  Preview the LODGING PAGE on this site to see TWO historic inns located downtown, EIGHT romantic B&B’s, FIVE contemporary hotels just minutes from downtown and FOUR home/loft rentals.

BACHELORETTE PARTIES & BRIDAL SHOWERS  –  Wine/beer/liquor tasting at Saint Croix Vineyards, Forge and Foundry, River Siren Brewing or Lift Bridge Brewery, private culinary experiences at Rivertown Inn, craft classes at Darn Knit Anyway, Kari’s Create & Paint Studio, Smith + Trade Mercantile, pole dancing/silks parties, spas/salons/fitness, pubs/nightclubs, boat cruises, pontoon boat rental, biercycle, trolley tour, boutique shopping along historic Main Street, kayaking/biking/canoeing/geocaching with Wahoo Adventures, and 30 downtown restaurants, and more attractions!

CAKES  –  Buttercream Cakes, Kowalskis, Sara’s Tipsy Pies, Joseph’s, Bread Art

CATERERS  –  Give Us A Shot (Bartending),  Brine’s, Grand Catering, Joseph’s, Kowalskis, Scheels Catering

CEREMONY OFFICIATES  –  Washington County Courthouse, Churches in Stillwater (scroll to the bottom of the page)

DRY CLEANER  –  St. Croix Cleaners (wedding dress preservation)

EVENT PLANNERS  –  Party on St. Croix, Make It Exceptional Company

FLORISTS  –  Studio Louise Flowers, Camrose Hill Flowers, Rose Floral, Valley Floral, Blomenhaus Florist

GIFTS & FAVORS  –  Candyland. Browse complete list of shops for more ideas like local wine or Minnesota themed items.

HONEYMOON or MINIMOON in Stillwater  –  Check out Romantic Getaways! Check out the LODGING PAGE to preview honeymoon suites.

JEWELRY & ACCESSORIES  –  Diamonds on Main, Stoke’s Jewelry, Allure by Greatons, Marquess Studios

MAKE UP  –  ASalonna, Japa Salon, Make Up by Mindie

MASSAGE  –  Just for Me Spa, Studio One

MUSIC & DJ’S  –  Stallions DJ Service – 651-428-9063, Valley strong Trio, Kim Vanegsgard Harpist/Pianist – 651-430-3328, St Croix Brass Quartet, Vallee de Croix Chorus, Mary Taylor Allen Strings – 651-439-3154, WedPhoria

PARTY RENTALS  –  Party on St. Croix, Action Rental, Ty’s Wedding Rentals

PHOTOGRAPHERS  –  www.coriraephotography.com, www.howardbergphoto.com, www.lschneider.com, www.studiojphoto.com, www.thethirdimage.com , www.thomasanderica.com , www.vernapittsphotography.com, www.juliashouse.net, www.Nina Marie Studios.com,  www.lesamisphotography.com, Rebecca Swenson Photography

REHEARSAL DINNERS  –  Check out our Dining/Entertainment page for the perfect spot.

SALONS & SPAS  –  Click here for a full list of Salons & Spas.

TANNING SALON  –  Dee’s Spray Tan, Japa Salon

TRANSPORTATION  –  Stillwater Trolley, Biercycle Adventures, Ace Limo – 651-223-5466, Total Transportation Corporation, Party Bus  – 612-750-6999, Carriage Rides Johmar Farms 651.433.5312, Venetian Gondola 651.439.1783, private driver – Brandon Wallin and private Valet Service.

STATIONARY & INVITATIONS & DIY DECOR  –  Rose Mille, Champagne Press

TUX  RENTALS & WEDDING DRESSES  –  Stop by our fashion boutiques, many who carry party dresses.

VIDEOGRAPHERS  –   Studio J Videography, Storyteller Videography

YACHT RENTALS  –  Lady Chateau, capacity 30.

Still need more info?  email:   info@DiscoverStillwater.com

Destination…Stillwater! There are tons of ideas for small groups and most within walking distance/short taxi ride from your hotel. Try wine/beer tasting at local vineyards or brew pubs, private culinary experiences and tours, craft classes working with yarn, paint- Kari’s Create & Paint or  heirloom jewelry and craft projects, pole dancing/silks parties, pedicures, massages and spa packages or yoga/henna/tarot reading classes at Kali or medicinal blends, pubs/nightclubs with live music, boat cruises, pontoon boat rental, Biercycle adventures, trolley tour, boutique shopping along historic Main Street, Private shopping experience at Enchante’, kayaking/biking/canoeing/geocaching with Wahoo Adventures or Diro Outdoors, and 30 downtown restaurants, and more Things to Do ideas here.

Top Spots Around Minnesota to Host a Bachelorette Party – Stillwater mentioned in MN Bride Article!