Rag Dolls & Rusty Trucks

07/05/2026

Anyone who knows the humans behind Rag Dolls and Rusty Trucks knows that one of us is obsessed with books. When we started this gig I purchased books for the booth with intention and fervor!

Vintage books, antique books, pretty books, unique covers, interesting content, wild titles—I didn’t care! I needed all the books!

The other half of RD&RT wasn’t as impressed or obsessed. Nonetheless, he humors me and we buy the books.

As You saunter through the the booths we have at Bates City Emporium and Antiques , you’ll see books used for displays, as risers, to tie colors together, to just fill a space or catch your eye. How do you use books in your spaces?

Randy Goss Missie Marlow Goss

07/02/2026

Need to get out of the HEAT this week? Come shop the sales at Bates City Emporium and Antiques !
We have quite a few things on sale in our booths—check us out! Look for Vendor #88. Randy Goss Missie Marlow Goss

05/03/2026

02/19/2026

I’m surprised this little beauty hasn’t been snatched up! It’s perfectly imperfect, a great side table, a place for storage, and a neutral color to go with any decor! It’s waiting for you in Booth 88 at Bates City Emporium and Antiques in Bates City.

01/23/2026

This cool 1970's Coor's swag lamp would look good in your bar or man cave. Now available in booth 88 1/2 at Bates City Emporium and Antiques.

01/21/2026

This beautiful Lexington display cabinet is two pieces. It has a mirrored back w/ 3 glass shelves. The cabinet is lit from the top and has two drawers. Is now available Bates City Emporium and Antiques vender #88. Randy Goss Missie Marlow Goss

12/30/2025

Did a huge sourcing trip this week and we are ready to flip the booths! Unfortunately the video won’t load but look at this little cutie we found! You will soon find it in one of our booths at Bates City Emporium and Antiques in Bates City.

12/22/2025

Yay!! We “made someone’s Christmas” when we sold our Merry Mushrooms canister and spice jar sets! If you’re looking for that perfect decor, antique, or vintage gift, c’mon out and take a peek!

06/30/2025

Come see our booths at Bates City Emporium and Antiques—88, 88 1/2, and The Booth That Shall Not Be Named. See you there!

We are making plans for a special sale to say thank you to all our customers for helping our business grow! Please FOLLOW our page, and give this post a like and share, then stay tuned for more details ❤️