Stateline Antique & Vintage Shopping trail
uncover hidden gems & discover the past as you shop!
Antique hunting is like taking a step back in time. There’s something special about uncovering items that are decades or even centuries old, and giving them new life. Whether you’re searching for a 19th-century carved oak table, on the lookout for one-of-a-kind gifts, or curious to explore hidden treasures, the Stateline Area’s antique and vintage shops are waiting for you to discover! Spend a weekend shopping at all the stores, or check a few off your list and save the rest for your next trip to the Stateline Area.
Beloit, Wisconsin
Chic & unique clothing & furniture boutique
Chic & Unique Clothing & Furniture Boutique in downtown Beloit is the perfect place to discover a blend of vintage and modern pieces. Whether you’re searching for just the right outfit for a night out or stylish accessories to complete your look, you’ll find a wide selection to choose from. Toward the back of the boutique, explore a collection of antique furniture with home décor items like throw pillows, kitchen gadgets, and more.
My Apt. @429
Just a short walk from Chic & Unique, you’ll find The Villager Gallery & Framing Shop. Start by browsing the main floor, filled with local art, handcrafted gifts, and framing services, then head upstairs to My Apt. @429, offering a selection of repurposed and vintage home décor. Browse furniture, unique kitchen items, pottery, clothing, and handbags. Many pieces date back to the 1900s, though some are more recent.
Shady Tree Farm Market
From May through December, visit Shady Tree Farm Market. The seasonal woman-owned market has a wide variety of beautiful flowers, mums, holiday wreaths, and other plants. While you’re there, make sure to stop inside to view their vintage and antique shop. Find small décor items and even beautiful furniture. If you’ve already shopped till you dropped, relax in their secret garden with a slice of their homemade cheesecake or an apple cider donut.
Tin Dog Records
Downtown Beloit is home to its very own record store, so be sure to set aside plenty of time to browse through Tin Dog Record‘s collection! This vintage-inspired shop offers a mix of brand new records and a huge selection of used vinyl, CDs, cassettes, and more. Looking to trade in your old vinyl? They buy used records too! From music genres like blues, folk, soul, and country, as well as any kind of rock or jazz, they’ve got you covered! Plus, if you are staying at Hotel Goodwin, your room is equipped with a turntable for your new and used vinyl purchases.
Vintage Bliss DÉcor
When you walk into Vintage Bliss Décor, you immediately get the feel of artsy and edgy. The words painted on the large sign outside—Found, Rescued, Re-loved—perfectly sum up the store’s motto. With more than 20,000 square feet of space, Vintage Bliss houses around forty to sixty vendors specializing in antiques, memorabilia, and vintage items. Be sure to head downstairs, where you’ll discover even more vendors, plus a boutique offering new clothing and accessories. Additionally, if you are in downtown Beloit, stop into Home Décor & Gifts, their sister store, with unique gift items, home décor, and boutique clothing.
Vintage etcetera
Only a minute from Vintage Bliss Décor is Vintage Etcetera, located along the beautiful Rock River. Search for unique vintage and antique items throughout their 35 booth spaces filled with top of the line inventory at reasonable prices. While you’re shopping, enjoy a coffee, tea, or small snacks like chocolate, chips, and more from their coffee bar area!
South Beloit, ILlinois
Angela’s Attic
Angela’s Attic features a 35,000-square-foot space with more than 100 vendors. They have a huge variety of antiques, vintage items, collectibles, and craft items. Corridors and tunnels lead to separate sections and rooms in this renovated historic factory which is every antique lover’s paradise. You could spend hours looking through all the vendors, as there are surprises and treasures to uncover at every corner, including collectible toys, old coins, vintage wedding dresses, and more.
Helsell’s Antiques and Collectibles
Close by Angela’s Attic is Helsell’s Antiques and Collectibles, a hidden gem in South Beloit for vintage and antique finds. Inventory changes daily, so you never know what you may find through the 31 booth spaces, although, the shop has a selection of signs, toys, books, sporting goods, and so much more.
Best of Beloit Vintage Mall
Best of Beloit Vintage Mall is a one-minute walk from Angela’s Attic and features 100 vendors in a 20,000 square foot space! From furniture to clothing, to coins and home décor, you will find yourself lost in vintage paradise among all the unique items. The mall also hosts several events, including an outdoor flea market in the warmer months, complete with live music!
Rockton, ILlinois
Frosted Farmhouse
With new items added to the store’s inventory daily, Frosted Farmhouse is your one-stop shop for all things vintage and antique. This store has over twenty well-curated spaces under one roof, featuring a mix of both new and gently used items, along with antique treasures, making it the perfect spot to find something special. They offer a wide selection of home décor items and other unique finds.
Inkwell Books & Threads
Visit Rockton’s only independent bookstore, Inkwell Books & Threads, for a mix of new and gently used reads. The shop offers a fantastic selection of books, records, gifts, collectibles, and both new and vintage clothing. Be sure to watch their social media for exciting events, including use books swaps and more.
Pick-A-Dilly Antiques
Pick-A-Dilly Antiques in downtown Rockton has a wide variety of everything from women’s clothing to home décor including seasonal decorations, gifts, and so much more. With new inventory arriving at the shop daily, there is plenty to find. The shop tends to have many specials and deals, including their bargain bin!
Ric-Rac Embellishments & Gifts
Just a minute’s walk from Pick-A-Dilly, you’ll find Ric-Rac Embellishments & Gifts! This women-owned shop combines vintage charm with modern elegance. With a mix of new and gently used items, including clothing, gifts, home décor, self-care products, and more, it’s the perfect place to shop with the ladies.
Truly Treasured Gift n Thrift
If you’re into thrifting, Truly Treasured Gift n Thrift is the place for you! Explore a variety of items, old and new, in their clothing thrift section. There, you’ll find items for women, men, and kids, as well as accessories like shoes, jewelry, and handbags. Aside from their clothing area, they also have a selection of home goods and gifts like lighting, art pieces, and furniture.
