Nail the Runway - Brookings Area Habitat for Humanity

Nail the Runway - Brookings Area Habitat for Humanity Nail the Runway is Brookings Area Habitat for Humanity's Annual Fundraising Gala, sponsored by Home Team 605.

This special evening features local designers outfit creations constructed of construction materials and showcased in a runway show!

✨ Save the Date! ✨Nail the Runway is BACK in 2027—and you won’t want to miss it!📅 April 17, 2027🏢Dacotah Bank Center Bro...
04/08/2026

✨ Save the Date! ✨

Nail the Runway is BACK in 2027—and you won’t want to miss it!

📅 April 17, 2027
🏢Dacotah Bank Center

Brookings Area Habitat for Humanity is thrilled to reveal next year’s design element… 🖌️ WALLPAPER! 🖌️
Get ready to see creativity unfold in ways you’ve never imagined as our designers transform this everyday material into stunning, runway-worthy looks.

Start dreaming, designing, and marking those calendars—this is going to be a show to remember!

Stay tuned for more details, and get ready to nail it! 💅✨

✨ A Huge Thank You to Our Emcees! ✨We couldn’t have asked for a more entertaining and engaging duo to guide us through t...
03/27/2026

✨ A Huge Thank You to Our Emcees! ✨

We couldn’t have asked for a more entertaining and engaging duo to guide us through this year’s Nail the Runway, sponsored by Home Team 605 ! 🎤💫

A special shoutout to:
🎙️ Gary Mork – bringing charm, humor, and a touch of wisdom to every moment
🎙️ Shane Andersen – keeping the energy high, the laughs rolling, and the show running smoothly

Your wit, warmth, and wonderful personalities made the evening unforgettable for everyone in the audience. From keeping the runway lively to making every announcement feel special, you both truly elevated the event! 👏💖

Thank you, Gary and Shane, for making Nail the Runway a night full of fun, laughter, and memories!

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨We’re closing out this incredible Designer Spotlight Series with a look that perfectly blen...
03/27/2026

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨

We’re closing out this incredible Designer Spotlight Series with a look that perfectly blended creativity and real-world wearability! 👏✨

🎨 Designer: Morgan Kjellsen
👗 Design Name: Dodola
💃 Models: Sheen and Veda Page

🏆 Award: Most Wearable

Design Concept:
This Design is inspired by the figure of Dodola (Rain), the wife of the thunder god Perun and the bringer of rain. The shingles symbolize the protection, resilience, and strength women carry with them, while the raindrop shapes represent the nourishment and care women provide to everyone around them. Together, these elements reflect the balance of power and beauty that women embody. This design is meant to honor women of all generations - celebrating their strength, grace, and enduring impact of the world

Stylish, functional, and runway-ready, this design proved that fashion can be both imaginative and wearable—earning Morgan Kjellsen the title of Most Wearable! 💫

A perfect way to wrap up an unforgettable runway—join us in celebrating Morgan Kjellsen and this standout design! 👏

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨Talk about a standout debut—this talented design group captured hearts and made a lasting i...
03/27/2026

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨

Talk about a standout debut—this talented design group captured hearts and made a lasting impression on the runway! 🌙🌸

🎨 Designers: Matea Lamburtus, Ava Bortnem, Jeorgia Larson
👗 Design Name: Midnight Blossom
💃 Model: Jeorgia Larson

🏆 Awards: People’s Choice & Rookie of the Year

Design Concept:
This collaborative piece was designed by 3 artists. Inspired by a 1950’s dress seen by one of them in a musical play, this outfit captures classic elegance and flirty fun that we think even Audrey Hepburn would have approved of! Showcasing the marvelous use of roofing shingles in formal wear, this dress dances with moonlight magic and the blush of youth. Even her accessories are constructed with roofing shingles, proving nothing is impossible with a little imagination.

With a beautiful blend of creativity, teamwork, and bold vision, Midnight Blossom wowed both the audience and judges alike. Winning both People’s Choice and Rookie of the Year is an incredible achievement! ✨

Help us celebrate this amazing team and their unforgettable runway debut! 👏

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨From breathtaking detail to award-winning artistry—this designer truly ruled the runway thi...
03/27/2026

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨

From breathtaking detail to award-winning artistry—this designer truly ruled the runway this year! 👑🐉

🎨 Designer: Jill Kruse
👗 Design Name: Queen of Dragons
💃 Model: Joscelyn Larson

🏆 Award: Best in Show

Design Concept:
This Dragon Queen rises from the raw elements of construction and transforms them into power and fantasy. The bodice is made from faux leather with hot glue gold accents. The structured skirt is made from window screen with hints of dragon's gold peeking through. The shoulder and hip armor are made from shingles to mimic dragon scales. This dress is designed to show that strength and beauty can combine to create a world where dragons reign.

With bold vision and stunning ex*****on, Queen of Dragons captivated the crowd and earned the night’s highest honor—Best in Show! 🔥✨

But the creativity didn’t stop there…

👗 Also Featured Design: Defender of the Castle
💃 Model: Tyler Anderson

Design Concept:
This brave knight will defend his castle with components used to build his castle. HVAC ductwork and tin flashing were hand cut and hand shaped using traditional metal shaping techniques into plate armor ready to fight off any foe. The chainmail at the bottom of the breastplate was hand created using 16 gauge steel wire formed into rings and each link was individually . There are over 250 pop rivets in this build. The side panels of his warrior belt have "dragon scale" made from shingles that should protect him even against the fiery blast of a dragon's breath. This piece took over 6 months to complete given the multiple parts and detail needed to make armor worthy of a knight. He is ready to defend his home and be a hero to all who live with him.

Jill Kruse showcased incredible range with two unforgettable designs, each telling its own powerful story on the runway. 💫

Join us in celebrating Jill Kruse for her outstanding talent and well-deserved recognition! 👏

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨Confidence, creativity, and a bold sense of style—this next designer truly brought their vi...
03/27/2026

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨

Confidence, creativity, and a bold sense of style—this next designer truly brought their vision to life from start to finish! ✨

🎨 Designer: Kela Geyer
👗 Design Name: Asian Flare
💃 Model: Kela Geyer

Design Concept:
This design is a throwback tribute to old-style dresses. A flowing skirt made from shingles with a top to pay tribute to fashion from the past. The dress is 85% building materials. The designer used an array of home items to make the dress.

Designing and modeling her own creation, Kela Geyer delivered a striking and memorable look that captured both artistry and presence on the runway. 💫

Join us in celebrating Kela Geyer and her stunning, self-modeled design! 👏

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨Another incredible rookie moment takes the spotlight—this design is a true reflection of cr...
03/27/2026

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨

Another incredible rookie moment takes the spotlight—this design is a true reflection of creativity, collaboration, and courage! ✨

🎨 Designers: Lillian Ficek (Rookie Designer) & Amanda Weber
👗 Design Name: Built on Borrowed Pages
💃 Model: Lillian Ficek

Design Concept:
This dress design is crafted from wood shingles, layered wallpaper, and landscaping fabric. Built on Borrowed Pages transformed construction remains into sculptural elegance the structure bodice reflects strength and durability while the cascading skirt of overlapping textures tells a story of reinvention where overlooked materials are reimaged into something bold, refined and runway worthy.

From concept to creation to modeling her own design, Lillian Ficek truly brought this look full circle on the runway. An amazing debut and a testament to bold, hands-on creativity! 💫

Help us celebrate Lillian Ficek and Amanda Weber for this standout design! 👏

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨Get ready to turn up the music—this next design brought the fun, the flair, and all the gro...
03/26/2026

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨

Get ready to turn up the music—this next design brought the fun, the flair, and all the groove to the Nail the Runway stage! 🕺✨

🎨 Designer: Lori Nelson
👗 Design Name: Get Your Groove On
💃 Model: Evelyn Ficek

Design Concept:
""Get Your Groove On "" is an upcycled ensemble crafted from denim and construction materials. The outfit combines comfort with style, making it suitable for shopping, running errands and chores. Floral elements are composed of asphalt shingles, which are meticulously sewn onto the garment. These painted shingle flowers serve as decorative accents, providing visual interest and shimmering under light. The ruffles are created from landscape fabric that has been painted and carefully attached to the outfit, offering a vibrant and elegant touch.
A hat and sunglasses add stylish touches to the outfit. "

Full of energy, personality, and rhythm, Get Your Groove On had us all ready to dance! 🎶💃

Join us in celebrating Lori Nelson and her vibrant, feel-good creation! 👏

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨From first-time designer to runway standout—this next look proves that bold creativity know...
03/26/2026

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨

From first-time designer to runway standout—this next look proves that bold creativity knows no limits! 💙🦚

🎨 Designer: Aella Mikel (Rookie Designer)
👗 Design Name: Miss Peacock
💃 Model: Audrey Johnson
Design Concept:
Audrey is feeling proud as a peacock and is ready to strut down the runway. She proves that confidence is key and that if you give a woman the right outfit, she can conquer the world. Her top and pants are made of landscaping fabric and paint. Her peacock plum skirt is made of shingles, paint, and weather stripping. Hair and make up by Kate Johnson.

With striking colors, eye-catching details, and fearless creativity, Miss Peacock made a dazzling impression on the runway. 🌈✨

Help us celebrate Aella Mikel’s incredible debut and welcome them to the world of design! 👏

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨Each look from this year’s Nail the Runway brought something unique to the stage—and this n...
03/26/2026

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨

Each look from this year’s Nail the Runway brought something unique to the stage—and this next design floated effortlessly into our hearts. 🪶✨

🎨 Designer: Rachel Nelson
👗 Design Name: Light as A Feather
💃 Model: Lilah Ficek

Design Concept:
This whimsical dress mini dress is a fun choice for a night out! The champagne color feather trim is made from finely cut tyvek house wrap layered to float the model down the Runway. The bodice is embellished with miniature mirrors and shingles cut to give dimension and texture. With the elegant sleeves and eye catching movement, its the perfect statement piece for any special occasion.

Delicate, ethereal, and beautifully executed, Light as A Feather captured the elegance of movement and imagination in every detail. 💫

Join us in celebrating Rachel Nelson and her stunning creation! 👏

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨The creativity continues from this year’s Nail the Runway, and this next designer truly bui...
03/26/2026

✨ Designer Spotlight Series ✨

The creativity continues from this year’s Nail the Runway, and this next designer truly built something extraordinary! 🛠️🌸

🎨 Designer: Wendy Long
👗 Design Name: Imperial Bloom
💃 Model: Brittany McGruder

🏆 Award: Best Use of Construction Materials

Design Concept:
This outfit was created out of the artist’s love for the touch of dramatic and everything shiny. Each feather was hand crafted out of flooring padding and shingles. There are over 100 feathers in just the cape alone. Peacocks symbolism spans many cultures - primarily representing beauty, pride, royalty and immortality. This artist hopes you enjoy the majestic splendor that is found in copying nature’s most majestic bird.

With innovative use of unexpected materials and a vision that blossomed into something unforgettable, Imperial Bloom stood out as a true masterpiece. 🌼✨

Wendy's creativity doesn't stop there! She submitted a second design this year, as well!

👗 Design Name: She Who Conquers
💃 Model: Ashley Biggard

Design Concept: This outfit is inspired by the artist’s love of superheroes and love of celebrating women who have overcome all types of trials and hardships. This outfit represents celebration in vibrant colors, signifying her beauty and strength. Put together using a myriad of elements, duct tape, shingles, paint, vinyl and landscape fabric to name a few, this outfit will be sure to capture your attention with its commanding presence

Help us congratulate Wendy on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

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