I hadn't been here in years and I regret it. I should have been visiting more often because they have such cool stuff! This business has been around for many many years. It's full of fun gifts, home decor and funny unique items. I strongly recommend you visit the back room. Because who doesn't need a pot holder that says "I f#*%!ing love cheese!" They have several adult humor items in the back of the store and my husband and I had a good laugh. The front of the store has more tame and family friendly items. Lots of good gift ideas for a wedding, shower, graduation or just to get something for yourself or a friend. The woman attending the store was very personable and friendly. She offered gift wrapping for my items and had pleasant conversation without being pushy. The only reason for the 4 star instead of 5 is because it's so cluttered. There is stuff everywhere! They seem to have an organization to it but it's hard to shop. They're us stuff floor to ceiling crammed in there. It's hard to navigate through and if you were a bigger person or had to use a walker or a cane it would be even more difficult. But overall a neat store! read more

It's a pretty cool place to walk around. The items there are pretty pricy to be honest so I just like to only look around and sight see. I like the environment a lot there. read more

This shop has a lot of neat things, but most of it was stuff I had seen before in other shops and it was a little pricey. It is nearly impossible to move around if there are other shoppers in there because the aisles are so narrow and there is just stuff packed and packed in. I found a bracelet I wanted to buy so I went up to pay for it, sat it on the counter, and waited for both of the women working behind the counter to stop texting on their phones before they acknowledged I was there. HUGE turnoff. read more

Really cool shop on main st cedar falls! Went here with my daughter and had accidentally bumped into something and broke it! I felt awful and brought it up to the cash wrap and was thinking (you break it you buy it) but the cashier just set it aside when I told her that if she had another of the same piece that I'd buy it she came out with a new one! Love all the rustic stuff they have a little expensive but truly unique! Great store and atmosphere! Also talked to the store owner a few weeks ago and she gave me and my friend tips on a pottery class to do! read more

This spot is amazing. I have been going for years. No matter the season, they have amazing merchandise. Every time I go to Cedar Falls, I have, have, have to go into Vintage Iron works. It's in an amazing location, and the owners have made a wonderful name for themselves. Keep up the great work! read more

I just adore this store. The store can possibly be overwhelming to some people as it is packed, but I'd rather take the time to go through a lot of stuff than not enough. They have a wide variety of home decor, cards, jewelery, salsas, and quirky gifts that are great for your girlfriends. They randge from neat signs to pillows, from magnents to sushi bandaids. Most of the time if a friend has a birthday or someone bought a new home, I'll get their gift from Vintage Iron. They also provide complimentary gift wrapping. Some of the stuff can be pricey, but you can find a lot of things in there at a fair price. A lot of fun colors to pick from. read more

Great selection, great prices! We bought many gifts here but if you ask her to reorder something she always said "oh yes of course I ordered that for you" Don't believe it. She didn't & it want happen. Don't believe me you say? ask other people you know. Its kind of a joke around town. It's not her fault it's a trap a lot of small accessory store fall into. It's called a minimum order. Other than that it's a great gift store with great cash wrap service free gift bags & you will find plenty of things to choose from. read more

This is the first place I go when I want to purchase funny gag-gifts for friends! Although the items are a bit expensive, I can justify buying them because they are so unique! The entire shop is funky and overall very cool! On the downside, I have encountered employees who have followed be around the store (I am assuming that thought I was there to shop lift) which has made me feel VERY uncomfortable! On the other hand, I have also met employees here that are absolutely wonderful, so it's always a gamble. read more

I've gone to Vintage Iron quite a bit while living in the Cedar Valley... there is always something new in the shop -- and the staff are very pleasant and friendly. Here are the things that prevent me from shopping there more... First -- the store is packed! Top to bottom... there is so much stuff in it. That often means that I might be interested in something hanging on the wall or out of the way -- and that means doing an acrobatic feat to get to the item. I would probably purchase more -- but things are so hard to get to! Second -- since the store is so packed -- it is really not easy to navigate around if they are even remotely busy (and they often are)... The "paths" through the store need a traffic light -- because it's hard to pass another shopper... it's just too narrow! This really means that I spend so much less time shopping because I feel like I'm jockeying for a position. Third -- Over-stimulation... this, again, goes back to too much stuff. It's a hard line -- you don't want an empty store -- but you don't want so much stuff that people have difficulty focusing. I often find that I miss things when shopping... Now -- I know I sound harsh about the store... I love everything I've bought from there. They have great funky, and funny items, trendy but eclectic jewelery, and It's the only place I know that sells my favorite cards by MikWright. I will shop there in the future... but would probably shop there a lot more often if it was better organized. There really is too much of a good thing. read more

Went to this store to buy some Christmas presents. Myself and my friends were followed around by some employee who didn't even try to hide the fact that he was following us around. We are grown women who would NEVER shop lift. And to have him follow us around like that was offensive. Made me set down my selection and shop elsewhere. read more

Good finds, yes I agree pricey for what they have and it is so cluttered it's hard to move with other people in the store. Good to check out though every once in awhile to see what new things come in. read more

This has to be one of the coolest shops I've ever seen. Basically they have everything from funny gifts, garden decor, jewelry, home decor, wine accessories, soaps, and more. I had to keep myself from buying almost everything. Their home decor is definitely my favorite. They have items that I haven't seen at many other places, or any other place at all. They are popular, so they do run out of items fast. Unfortunately I'm 6 hours away! They are a bit pricey...there are some things that I think are really over priced (hence the 4 stars instead of 5). But really, it's a cute store. read more

Wow what a great find! while traveling I just happened upon a cute coffee shop and then a really great store!! The variety of merchandise is unbelievable, I had a hard time deciding what to buy cuz I wanted it all!! They have everything from home decor to personal accessories it was just so much fun because do you buy for you? A gift? Your home? The garden. When I'm in town again this will for sure to be my first stop! I also found a great yarn shop a few doors down. I can't wait to spend more time in Cedar Falls. read more

Love it! Love the smell when I walk in the door and all of the unique items from jewelry to wall hangings!

I'm actually a fan of Vintage Iron...well...the products they sell. But the other reviewer is dead-on...the store is so insanely packed that you feel claustrophobic before you're even in the store all the way. I went in again last week after a hiatus, thinking maybe it's gotten better. OH GOSH nope, it's worse. I'm not sure why it's necessary to have such a huge amount of stuff - some of it junk even - in the path of people walking, at purse-level where things will be knocked over, etc. The staff there is friendly enough (although the gal that checked me out...one item...that I saw a duplicate of for half the price at hobby lobby the next day...didn't say a word), but they could use either twice the space or half the stuff. I'll be taking another hiatus. read more

I absolutely love this store. If i ever find myself gong to main street here in Cedar Falls, Vintage Iron is the place I want to go. Like other people said, there is a lot to look at, but I find that it all goes very nicely with each other and the store has a lot to offer. Everywhere you look there is something new that you did not see before. Also, the customer service there is amazing. Workers are always looking to help you, but they do a good job at not crowding you or forcing you to buy stuff like I feel at other stores. It is a very welcoming place and is one of my most favorites in the Cedar Falls area. Go check it out!! read more