Z.W. Mercantile

Z.W. Mercantile Z.W. We strive to understand the products we buy & their lifecycle.

Mercantile is a locally-owned and operated, eco-conscious business striving to help beginners & experts alike transition to and maintain as close to a zero waste lifestyle as possible.

ONE SMALL SWAP. A LOT LESS WASTE. ♻️Unpaper towels. Makeup towels. Facial rounds. Use them once…and toss them.Marley’s M...
09/10/2026

ONE SMALL SWAP. A LOT LESS WASTE. ♻️

Unpaper towels. Makeup towels. Facial rounds. Use them once…and toss them.

Marley’s Monsters gives those everyday essentials a reusable makeover. Wash them, use them again, and repeat. 🌎

Even better? They’re woman-owned, made in Eugene, Oregon, and started by a mom sewing reusable products from leftover fabric at home.

09/08/2026

Why Kitsch?

Smart beauty. Better ingredients. Less waste. Products that make your everyday routine a little better.

And a bonus? It’s a self-funded, female-owned company!

09/04/2026

Girl, you deserve better. 💗

Meet Saalt—reusable period care designed to make your routine simpler, more comfortable, and a little more sustainable. From menstrual cups and discs to leakproof underwear, plus cup wash, sanitizers and steamers, we have options for different needs and stages—including a teen cup.

The Propagation Station is getting full; stop in and pick up a starter in need of a little TLC! 🪴
09/03/2026

The Propagation Station is getting full; stop in and pick up a starter in need of a little TLC! 🪴

Any day is a good day for a refill! Don’t forget to bring in your containers!
08/29/2026

Any day is a good day for a refill! Don’t forget to bring in your containers!

Someone donated a pepper plant to our propagation station, looks like we have one growing, now is your chance to pick it...
08/26/2026

Someone donated a pepper plant to our propagation station, looks like we have one growing, now is your chance to pick it up this plant for free!

Turn your shower into a little escape. 🚿✨ Helps create a relaxing spa-like experience✨ Refreshing when you’re feeling st...
08/23/2026

Turn your shower into a little escape. 🚿

✨ Helps create a relaxing spa-like experience
✨ Refreshing when you’re feeling stuffy
✨ No bath required
✨ Great for gifting—or keeping for yourself!

08/20/2026

🌱 Send it. Plant it. Watch it grow. 🌿

These beautiful botanical cards are made with plantable seed paper—so after your message has been enjoyed, the card can be planted and given a whole new life. 🍓🌻🐝

08/18/2026

Small swaps. Better routines. Happy hair.

Give your hair routine a low-waste upgrade with Kitsch hair essentials at Z.W. Mercantile!

Make sure your lunchbox is ready for the first day of school!Unlike disposable plastic bags, Stasher bags can be washed ...
08/16/2026

Make sure your lunchbox is ready for the first day of school!

Unlike disposable plastic bags, Stasher bags can be washed and reused over and over, which means less waste—and fewer boxes of sandwich bags to buy. They’re also made from food-grade silicone and have a secure seal to help keep lunchbox contents contained.

Address

500 Main Street, Suite 101
Ames, IA
50010

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+15156869196

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