The Midwest Mercantile

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

Bee Clean Beeswax Hand Sanitizers help you stay healthy and humming by killing germs with kinder, 100% organic and natural ingredients.

Comes in Citrus & Peppermint and Lavender

06/09/2026

Meet the Pearls of Luck and Pearls of Love bracelets from Featuring beautiful freshwater pearls, these meaningful pieces are designed to be worn every day or gifted to someone special.

06/08/2026

🤠☔️ Rainy days don’t have to be boring.
Throw on your favorite tee, add a bandana, and top it off with our “This Ain’t My First Rodeo” hat for an effortless look that’s equal parts practical and fun.

06/06/2026

🎓✨ Happy Saturday from The Midwest Mercantile! ✨🎓
While the shoppe is closed today as we celebrate a very special graduation, you can still shop with us from anywhere!
Did you know we have a full online website and offer FREE shipping? Whether you’ve had your eye on a favorite outfit, a hand-dyed bandana, unique accessories, or a thoughtful gift, we’ve got you covered.
Grab your coffee, browse from the comfort of home, and let us bring a little Midwest style right to your doorstep. 🤎
Thank you for supporting our small business and allowing us to celebrate these special life moments. We’ll be back next week and resume our normal business schedule.

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

It was great to see all the new faces and chat with everyone that stopped by last night! Thank you for visiting with us and we hope you come back soon ☺️

✨ Thank You, Community! ✨

What a beautiful evening in Downtown Sterling! Thank you to everyone who stopped by, supported our small businesses, shopped local & spent part of your evening with us.

Your encouragement, conversations, purchases & continued support mean so very much to us!

In case you missed us this evening…
The Shoppes at Grandon Plaza are open every Wednesday evening from 5–8 PM throughout the summer, offering the perfect opportunity to stroll & discover unique local businesses before the Sterling Municipal Band begins their concert in our own “backyard” — The Civic Center.

We would love to catch you next time! 💛

📍 310 2nd Ave. Sterling, IL

06/03/2026

New arrivals have landed at Homemade Hippie Boutique! ✨If you've been looking for something new to wear this season, now is a great time to stop in and browse.

See you there!

06/02/2026

Bright, warm, and full of easy charm, the Golden Bloom Boyfriend Tee is your everyday sunshine piece. Featuring a bold sunflower graphic with a vintage-inspired feel, this tee brings a touch of warmth to any outfit. Made from soft mineral-washed 100% cotton, it has a relaxed, lived-in fit that makes...