This little thrift store is a gem in hiding!!! The prices and selection are amazing. I managed to…read morepick up quite a few things that I was looking for at thrift stores. The ladies behind d the counter and super nice and helpful. Store is clean and well organized!

A nice little shop in the center of North Utica. On my way in to August Hill there was a sign on…read morethe door saying they'd be back in 10 minutes, and I stopped in after my visit to the tasting room. This gift shop is bursting with interesting items, from locally handmade candles (soy wax), to dishcloths that disintegrate after a few weeks, to pouches and pockets made from paper. There are t-shirts, items for infants, and so on. It's a very small shop. I love the sustainable and environmentally friendly niche it's carved out for itself. The proprietor was welcoming and friendly (chatting with myself and the shoppers as we wandered around). I bought several candles (I really need to stop buying or start burning them, because I have more than I have burned in the past ten years), one of which was the plant parent scent for a friend of mine. It smells so amazing--like having a bouquet of cut flowers right next to you--that I worry I'll talk myself out of it and it won't make it to her birthday. You should pop in when you're in town.

Went in to find some SANDALS for Summer :) Omg! I found not one but three beautiful sandals! And I…read moreabsolutely loved the lady there helping me with everything I needed to look beautiful for summer!! Thanks Little Blue Dress' I'm definitely Back!!

This is such a beautiful store. I know I can always find new styles at really affordable prices. I…read moreshop for business professional, weddings and casual here, and always get lucky. Plus the jewelry, purses and shoes she has are always adorable. One of my favorite places to shop!

This place feels magical from the moment you drive in…read more Incredible variety of garden decor, indoor and outdoor plants. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

A real hidden gem located on the outskirts of Princeton…read more A family owned and operated nursery specializing in perennial flowers,plants and trees. They even have aquatic plant options. Even if you are not in the market for new additions to your garden,their Botanic Gardens and Arboretum is worth the visit. The grounds and layout are just breathtaking. This is one of the best nurseries I have ever visited.

Driving down highway 178 (Clark street) just beyond the down town business district of Utica Il on…read morethe east side of the street you will find an old western frontiersmen style of store called Mix's Trading Post. Upon waling in through the front door you will either be delighted or intimidated at the decor and style, but do no fret this place is awesome. From 1920's post cards ($1.00 collectors items) to moccasins to Motorcycle Jackets, this place has it all. I stopped in on this particular occasion to look for a new pair of biker boots, I have looked around and I was either unhappy with either the style or prices I found else where then I laid my eyes on some traditional style Milwaukee lace up boots (not those plastic buckle sort of things that look like roller blades) with a nice modern touch dual zippers on the side so you lace them the way you like tie a good knot and you never have to lace them again! Thankfully they take credit cards becasue I was not planning on making a purchase but at $105.00 who could pass this up. The owner is good old guy who checks up on you but does not follow you around and keeps good conversation short. If you are from the area and have not been here what are you waiting for? and if you are just passing buy stop on in and check them out there is something here for everyone.

In 15 years of coming to Starved Rock State Park and exploring the surrounding towns, I've only…read morestopped in twice, the first time in 2002 or so, and more recently just 2 days ago. The place hardly changed (except for a new biker bar annexed to it), and is a welcome sight whenever we visit town, with its familiar storefront and vintage Western style sign. It promises unique treasures inside, and it delivers! The eclectic mix of merchandise includes biker/Native American/fantasy themed tchotchkes. They also sell Minnetonka and Red Wing boots. I saw a whole wall of guns and bullets. My prize finds are vintage Starved Rock postcards and some new old stock glass seed bead bracelets. Prices are inexpensive to moderate. I hope they stay in business for many, many more years!

A nice little shop in downtown North Utica that sells a host of items: Jewelry, clothing,…read moreaccessories, lotion, and so on. I was greeted when I entered the store and wandered around a few minutes before I stumbled on to the cute little bottles of perfume that are small enough to attach to a keychain like a charm or something. Cute, practical, useful! While there was plenty to peruse, yet it didn't feel cluttered or overwhelmingly crowded. They use ApplePay (and probably other digital wallets, but this is the one I have) which I appreciate because it makes payment so simple! I'd recommend a stop here when you're in town.

This is a quaint women's clothing store that includes shoes, purses, jewelry, dress clothes, and…read morenice everyday clothes. The owner is friendly and polite. I was in today and she had many nice items with wide aisles and little clutter. The store is in the ever-evolving village of Utica. I hope to visit again when I have more time to shop.

Everytime I'm looking for that "special gift" ... I always find it at this beautiful store! They…read morehave such unique gifts and incredible works of art by artists at affordable prices. I usually hate shopping, but I always look forward to browsing in the uplifting atmosphere of this place. The employees are always so friendly and helpful. I highly recommend this store!

Purchased my leather jacket from here and a pair of boots. Store owner, Kieth, is an awesome fellow…read moreand was very helpful and patient with this new rider.

I've been stopping here for a few years, mostly on motorcycle rides to Starved Rock state park…read more Until yesterday I've never spent any real money at the store. That all changed this weekend when my wife and I left with a few hundred bucks of new leather. The service from the owners was FAN-TAS-TIC. We were eagerly shown new styles, fitted into some great gear and even had a bit tailoring and button moving on the leather we bought. It's great to see real service is alive and well at Stonehead.