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Behrz BloomzFull-service florist and gift shop offering custom fresh and silk floral arrangements for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, funerals, hospital deliveries, and other occasions. Delivery is available throughout Sterling and nearby communities.
Chakra Tree CrystalsRock Falls metaphysical shop offering hand-selected crystals, spiritual supplies, psychic and medium readings, workshops, and energy-healing services. Founded in 2015, the shop serves both local visitors and online customers.
Corner Gallery Artisans GuildArtist-run Sterling gallery and shop featuring locally made jewelry, pottery, stained and fused glass, paintings, photography, quilts, and other handcrafted work.
Country OrchidsFamily-owned Fulton florist creating fresh, silk and dried arrangements, plants, dish gardens, gift baskets, greeting cards and candles. The shop specializes in weddings, sympathy flowers and custom designs, with local and same-day delivery available for eligible orders.
Envy BoutiqueEnvy Boutique is a Prophetstown women’s clothing and accessories shop offering on-trend styles in sizes small through 3XL. Shop tops, dresses, graphic tees, shoes, handbags, accessories, and seasonal collections in-store or online, with orders shipped from northwest Illinois.
Fulton Windmill Cultural CenterThe collection was designed by Henk and June Hielema of DeMotte, Indiana. The Hielema’s traveled extensively, photographed mills, and returned home to build models of them. The mills are from ten European countries: Belgium, Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Portugal, and the Netherlands. Informative interpretive materials complement the windmill collection, providing unique information on windmill products, countries of origin, windmill specifications, and the cultural impact of windmills. The Windmill Cultural Center contains a charming gift shop where visitors can purchase fresh stone-ground flour, Delft pottery, and souvenirs of Fulton, the Windmill Cultural Center, and the de Immigrant windmill. The Education Area is located at the east end of the Windmill Cultural Center. This room helps visitors learn more about mills. Groups will be able to enjoy video presentations of the windmill countries and read books about mills. The Education Area also features children's activities, including coloring, puzzles, and toys that promote scientific concepts. Entrance to the Windmill Cultural Center is free, but donations are appreciated. OPERATIONAL HOURS May–October: May: Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, Sunday 1 PM–5 PM. June – August: Monday–Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, Sunday 1 PM–5 PM. September: Monday–Friday 10 AM–3 PM, Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, Sunday 1 PM–5 PM. October: Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, Sunday 1 PM–5 PM. Closed: November through April.
Golden Key Gifts & Candle Co.Golden Key Gifts & Candle Co. is a family-owned Sterling shop offering gifts, home décor, Hallmark items, Isabel Bloom, TY, Willow Tree Angels, and more. The shop also makes its own hand-poured scented candles in more than 100 fragrances, with gift cards, free gift packaging, online ordering, and local pickup available.
Homemade Hippie BoutiqueHomemade Hippie Boutique is a downtown Fulton shop built around “handmade with purpose.” Browse permanent jewelry, clothing, décor, candles, lotions, soaps, accessories, and gifts from the owner and a rotating group of local makers. Stop in for a custom-fit bracelet, anklet, or necklace, or shop online for handmade finds.
Mud & Moo BoutiqueMud & Moo Boutique is a downtown Rock Falls shop where fashion meets comfort, with women’s clothing in sizes small through 3X and jeans from 0–24. The store also carries shoes, handbags, jewelry, baby and children’s clothing, fragrances, beauty products, candles, soaps, candy, dog treats, and the Mud & Suds home-care line. Shop in person or online, with dressing rooms and shipping available.
SB Floral and DesignErie florist and gift business creating arrangements for celebrations, weddings, sympathy occasions, and local delivery.
The Blue VioletMorrison florist and gift shop offering fresh and silk floral arrangements, candy, candles, home décor, and gift items for celebrations, weddings, sympathy occasions, and everyday giving.
The Little ChocolatierDowntown Sterling confectionery offering hand-dipped chocolates, gourmet coffee, caramel and cheese popcorn, novelty and seasonal candies, and gifts.
The Toy StoreIndependent Sterling toy shop offering games, puzzles, educational toys, creative playthings, and gifts for children and playful adults.
Uniquely Made Gifts Boutique, 123 Tee's Screen Printing, Dancer's Hut, Tanning & MoreDowntown Morrison shop combining custom screen printing and apparel, dancewear, gymnastics wear, gifts, tanning and boutique shopping. The business operates at 123 W Main Street under its current Uniquely Made Gifts Boutique, 123 Tee's and Dancer's Hut identity; contact the shop or Facebook page for current hours and custom-order details.
Victorian Grace Antiques & AccentsAntique shop in a Victorian Prophetstown home, filled with furniture, collectibles, floral accents, seasonal décor, and other one-of-a-kind finds. Call or check its social page for current hours.
Windmill Antiques, Etc.Family-owned downtown Fulton antique shop sharing decades of collected furniture, décor, collectibles, vintage goods, and other changing finds. Check its current social page for hours and new arrivals.
