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What If Your State was a Cookie?

What If Your State was a Cookie?

Nicole Howarth

The entire Up North brand was created out of a love for Wisconsin and the Midwest. And while that inspiration usually spurs a new coffee mug design or tee idea,...

What If Your State was a Cookie?

Nicole Howarth

The entire Up North brand was created out of a love for Wisconsin and the Midwest. And while that inspiration usually spurs a new coffee mug design or tee idea,...

The Merry Midwestmas Gift Guide

The Merry Midwestmas Gift Guide

Nicole Howarth

It's the most wonderful time of the year! I've pulled together gift ideas for 5 of my favorite types of people, plus a few stocking stuffer ideas. I hope these lists...

The Merry Midwestmas Gift Guide

Nicole Howarth

It's the most wonderful time of the year! I've pulled together gift ideas for 5 of my favorite types of people, plus a few stocking stuffer ideas. I hope these lists...

Mom and daughter on boat

Welcome to Up North—Not a Destination, but a St...

Nicole Howarth

As is the norm for many Wisconsin families, a summer road trip often meant a visit 'Up North.' And while my family does not own a cabin in the north...

Welcome to Up North—Not a Destination, but a St...

Nicole Howarth

As is the norm for many Wisconsin families, a summer road trip often meant a visit 'Up North.' And while my family does not own a cabin in the north...