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January 2024 by Jerrica Yasumura
Stepping into this shop feels like you’re in some fictional town from your fav 90s sitcom. It brings you back to simpler times and immediately gives you all the cozy feelings. The owner Mallory Richardson, has been so thoughtful with every aspect of the shop. From outside and in! I love how much they collaborate with other local small businesses and the Mercantile Market they created that has now morphed into Northside Market to celebrate the whole neighborhood! This is the perfect shop to go to when looking for a gift or any item for the home!
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December 2023 by Megan Hodges
I can always find the perfect gift for someone or someone fun for myself!
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October 2023 by Jesse Pace
Great shop full of locally made and unique home products you can’t find elsewhere. The stock is always changing and rotating. The owner is super friendly as well!
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September 2023 by Emily Rhodes
Love this place! Thoughtful, small batch/small business sourced gift for someone? Check. Cute little treat for yourself? Check. It's so curated and lovely, an absolute gem in Des Moines.
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July 2023 by Private
This is for the Victorian-cottagecore girlies. Enjoy shopping with a woven basket instead of plastic, and shop through a collection of artsy, handmade and ethical products. Kitchen, bar, bath, kids, pets, books, skateboards, stickers, home decor. They have beeswax candles, all wooden kitchen equipment, and my favorite is a wood cabin incense kit that smells like a good campfire.
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June 2023 by emily sullivan
stopped in for just a shampoo bar and found other things that have been on my list! such a sweet and lovely store, with thoughtful things that would be great for gifts, but also stuff that I just want/need on a regular basis! ie shampoo bars, local ingredients, cool stickers & stationary. the owner was so sweet and welcoming, but also let us shop and look around. 10/10!
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June 2023 by Erin Monfort
Every visit is charming. It's a quiet little shop and the goods create an experience and vibe you won't find anywhere else. If you're into hygge, or looking for a local "Rose Apothecary" this is the place. If you just want to quietly shop or chat about the neighborhood you can do that too.
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May 2023 by Liz Davis
I wish I had more time and more money for this place ? Super friendly service. The vibe was great! Really enjoyed all the products they had available, so much variety! It smelled amazing the whole time. We looked at cards, bread baskets, books, and candles. Stop in and say hi and shop awhile at this cute little shop. ❤️
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March 2023 by Jill Neil
I absolutely love this shop and the well-curated selection of home goods by Iowa makers. It's such a warm and welcoming stop every time I visit the historic Highland Park neighborhood. And I never leave empty handed. My favorite product is their refillable candle by local potter First Light Pottery. Watch for restock alerts and be sure to grab one when available. It's one of the best gifts I've given to myself (and to my sister!)
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March 2023 by Kay Craite
This is a hidden gem!! They have a great mix of practical items along with fun things, many made locally. The store has a great cozy vibe. If you're interested in sustainably made items, they have tons of plastic free homewares like dish scrubbers, serving utensils, baskets, etc. They even had some shampoo and conditioner bars! I'll definitely be back, that danish dough whisk is calling for me.
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March 2023 by Shaib
Amazing selection of local homemade and sustainable goods! Kitchen items like utensils, cookbooks/books, and pantry items like tea, coffee, jam, honey, etc. Bath and other house items like t-shirts, towels, blankets, baby items, cleaning supplies, lotions, soaps, candles/inscents, and so much more I'm sure I didn't mention. Lovely little shop!
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March 2023 by Maria Garcia
I started following Des Moines Mercantile on Instagram because it reminded me of Rose Apothecary from Schitt's Creek. I could not wait to come in person solely based on how gorgeous & cohesive their Instagram feed is.On your first visit, you'll truly feel the owner's heart walking into the shop. It's cozy, it's comfy, and knowing that it's curated by someone who loves every single item in the shop is so special. Mallory and Rebekah are so warm and invite you in with huge smiles. They're super knowledgeable of the products in the shop and offer so much help to customers.The shop highlights local goodies and it's so fun to walk through and see a lot of Iowa's best in one place. Every time I walk in, I find more and more and I know for sure that there's something for everyone in the shop. Bringing out of town guests to the Mercantile is one of my favorite things to do. Highly recommend Des Moines Mercantile for browsing and gifting!
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March 2023 by Kathy E. Esch
The cornmeal purchased at DM Mercantile is the best flavor I have ever tasted! It made wonderful cornbread! Way better quality than any other I have baked with!
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December 2022 by Hannah Turley
This store is absolutely gorgeous. I visited for the first time last weekend and was delighted to find a blanket I had originally been planning to purchase online, but the in-store experience of seeing/feeling it in person (and supporting a local DSM business by buying it in person) made the purchase all the more meaningful. A great shop for making gift purchases…I think there is truly something for everybody here. At the same time, all of the products are carefully curated and make the shop have a cozy and cohesive feel. I can’t wait to come back!
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December 2022 by Megan Bannister
Beautiful shop with wonderfully curated products. This is one of my go-to spots when I’m looking for a gift or want to support a local maker. Des Moines Mercantile is a true gem!
