If you like metal yard art, this is the place for you. I've seen a lot of this kind of stuff for…read moresale in other cities as I believe a lot of it is mass produced, but I still love it. There may be local things tucked in here and there but most of it is not local. Regardless, I got the perfect present for my mom for Mother's Day. And I found the perfect set of 5' tall leaves to make a trellis for some of my plants. Overall, this was my favorite store on the whole strip. They do mostly metal yard art, and they do it well with a large house full of options.

If you haven't been to the Amana Colonies, it is so worth the trip, especially in these hectic,…read morecompromising times. You'll slow your body clock down a bit, and enjoy a unique shopping or dining experience, regardless of which of the seven scenic villages you visit. This one is in the heart of the Amana village. I'm reviewing Margie Jane's because of the positive customer service that we received. Friendly, kind, and full of knowledge about their products. Loved their metal art and cool sport-related items that are truly one-of-a-kind. Roomy, well-lit, and full of fun options. Grateful for the superb level of customer service that we received, and I will follow-up with them on some fun items as a result.

This Community Country Store Annex was a delightful stop in Kalona. It has a wide variety of…read morenecessary and unique household goods at stellar prices, as well as some clothing/shoe options. The service was warm and friendly. You can grab a calendar for free and, I almost missed it, but the lady asked if wanted a free bag of popcorn! The popcorn really hit the spot after a tiring day of exploring the Amish country. Outdoors has an open lot for parking your car and room for horses and buggies as well. Would recommend.

Dulcinea has been serving the women of Iowa City for over twenty years! The shop is adorable,…read moreinside and out. Its mural has been a family photo favorite for years, so whimsical. And the inside is so bright with eclectic merchandise tastefully organized -- showcasing shirts, dresses, rompers, pants, jeans, skirts, shoes, purses and accessories... you name it! I feel you can you shop for any woman here, young or old. For instance, our last shopping trip-- both me and my mom (30 years different) found something we liked! That doesn't happen at most stores. You also can find something for any occasion, casual or formal. The brands they feature are trendy and while I feel like the price is a bit higher than I'd want to pay-- they do have sales! I have always been greeted with a smile by their staff. And can't say I have any poor experiences. Parking could be tricky, especially with school in session. I recommend walking a few blocks and parking in the Tower Parking Ramp. (First hour free!)

I absolutely adore this store! Such a sweet boutique with fantastic selection of the cutest…read moreclothing. The customer service is amazing. It's also locally owned by someone from Iowa City!! They have a sale section with great deals and also offer quality clothing at a fair price. Right on Dubuque St in the heart of downtown Iowa City, you can do a little shopping and grab some food and drinks. Highly recommend this place for trending women's fashion!

Darling place! Wonderful soaps and lotions. They have nice antique linens jewelry boxes and a small…read morebut nice variety of items. Very nice shop!

I dont know why im the first to write a review about this place. If you're a girl who loves unique…read morejewelry and other accessories, then this place is for you! This is a great place to buy gifts for your girl friends or even lil kiddies. This is one of two stores in Iowa. It's located inside the Old Capital Building, the other (a larger store) is located at Mount Vernon. I loved wasting time at Silver Spider as I wait for my next class. I wasted many hours looking at all the trinkets, bags, jewelry, and much much more! You won't leave the store disappointed and always look forward to your next visit. I heart Silver Spider

A note from a loyal Silver Spider serial shopper... a repeat customer, to say the least…read more This is a supremely cool and eclectic one stop gift shop oozing with character in the Old Capitol Mall. Don't know what to get that special someone in your life? Seriously, do yourself a favor and just take a stroll through this adorable store. The possibilities are endless. In college I'd stop in any time I had time to burn between classes. I've gotten sunglasses, jewelry, clever magnets, coffee table books, clothes, a wallet, hats, children's finger puppets... the list goes on and on. As a non-student resident now, I relish the times I can pop in and explore. I've never gone in looking for something and left disappointed. Honestly, I've probably ALWAYS left with the treasure I had in mind and then some.

This year-round Christmas shop is so adorable with plenty of great finds for reasonable prices! I…read moreloved that they had so much inventory and the different themed trees was a nice touch! I aspire to have that Gingerbread themed tree some day! Service was friendly and they love that you are looking through their store and don't pressure you to buy/feel like you have to hurry up. It was a pleasant stop on our visit to Amana Colonies and I would come back here every time I am in town to see what new treasures I can find.

This place is a never ending Christmas paradise here! It was even open on Christmas eve when me and…read moremy wife came here. Overall this place features tons of Christmas decor and holiday finds you really can't find anywhere else. Staff here was really friendly, it's an old well maintained building with friendly staff and easy access to the general market next door.

Haus Maus is a fun store offering many "Amana Colonies" and general Iowa merchandise. They have…read moreevery souvenir type of item you could desire. The prices and quality were great. The lady behind the counter was very friendly and helpful, offering us a map of the local shops of Amana Colonies if we didn't have one.

HAUS MAUS Tees is my absolute new favorite shop in the Amana Colonies! It just opened a few months…read moreago. The owners have done an outstanding job of curating the shop, designing the t-shirts and generally creating a fun shopping experience. Immediately upon entering the store I laughed out loud at the "Schnitzel Happens" t-shirt. Quintessential Amana. I had the perfect person to buy it for. They sell kid's, women's, and men's clothing. Most, if not all of the styles are unisex and they print their slogans on t-shirts and hoodies. Hats, water bottles, small accessories and stickers are also for sale. There's so much neat stuff to look at. Haus Maus is very on trend, while keeping it local. Cant' wait to see what they produce each season. Very friendly customer service. The shop is set off the sidewalk a little bit and located down a longer walkway, so don't miss it!

Until about a month ago I never knew this store existed. It's been in Ely for a little while now. I…read morestopped in here with some coworkers on a Friday afternoon. Really to just browse, but I did leave with a few Christmas gifts. Very nice boutique. Well-curated with fun things from clothing and accessories to cute hostess gifts, some home decor and kitchen items. Unique things like the cactus shaped earrings and IPA beer scented soap I picked up. Prices are moderate; not any more or less than you might see at a mall. Recommend if you're in the area!

Very neat little boutique in the heart of Ely which opened in May 2016…read more On a moonlight bike ride from Cedar Rapids we noticed the lights were on in this little shop across the street from the local bar. The gentleman owner was keeping the store open after hours when he saw the large group of bike riders milling about at Odie's. Well, that garnered him at least two sales. Many small stores in small towns such as Ely look the part of someone just trying to follow their dream, with little preparation and know-how, but this shop is different. It is well decorated, with careful thought as to how merchandise should be displayed. It is not a bare bones, quickly thrown together place, ala those that are just open for the Christmas season. You know the type. They have a nice selection of clothes geared to Hawkeye fans, Cyclone fans, and bike riders as well. The clothes for cyclists are not biking clothes, rather normal shirts, etc with a cycling motif. They also had merchandise very suitable for baby showers. We made a return trip two days later to pick up a U of I jacket that my wife liked, and the woman on duty was very nice. All in all, a very nice addition to Ely.