Shop Small at Iron Rose Mercantile

Posted on Jul 1

Find unique pieces + a creative space at this boutique in West Middletown, Ohio.

Iron Rose Mercantile opened their doors in June 2022, offering a wide selection of artisan goods from local vendors, as well as a collaborative space for events and DIY workshops. Keep scrolling to get an inside look!

Shop Small + Support Local

Lisa Dethlefs runs Iron Rose Mercantile with an eclectic mix of home decor, clothing, gifts, hats, jewelry and more. About 90% of the merchandise is sourced locally. Lisa says she tries to partner with as many local artists and businesses as she can.

Lisa also makes her own bleached tie-dye t-shirts sold at Iron Rose. Sizes range from S - 2XL and include a variety of different designs with quotes, graphics, or music artists like Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, and ACDC. Each tee is unique and handmade!

Customers can find items like pillows and t-shirts from Wretched Swank in Hamilton, Ohio; essential oil necklaces and perfumes from Three Arrows Oils in Oxford, Ohio; candles from Bourbon Candle Co. in Kentucky; and that's just to name a few!

Some items can be found exclusively at Iron Rose, like Roots & Rust in Middletown.

They create easy to care for houseplants using vintage and repurposed containers. Owned by Stacy Terry, she calls her business "a twist on common greens" with pieces to fit any bohemian, industrial, farmhouse, or mid-century style.

Iron Rose also carries a line of boutique clothing including denim, blouses and hats— along with a vintage and second-hand section where you can shop one-of-a-kind accessories, clothing, decor and handbags.

Iron Rose Mercantile, Madison Township Ohio

The overall boutique style can be described as rustic chic combined with a vintage and trendy flair. Iron Rose's vision is to be a welcoming hangout where creativity thrives.