Creative Iowans

10/25/2022

I have been putting this post off for far too long because it is a somber one to write.

Creative Iowans will not be opening for the 2022 holiday season. We have been blessed with so many wonderful customers and vendors over the past 15 years that it is hard to say good-bye. I have made life long friendships with many of my vendors! If it wasn't for their amazing handmade items, the store would never have been as successful as it was for so many years. And of course, without all our wonderful customers, those who returned year after year and the new ones who came each year, we never would have been able to stay open for 15 holiday seasons!

I wish you all the very best in life and if there is anything you are looking for that you had seen in the past, send me a message and I will get you connected with that vendor.

Thank you all again for the past 15 wonderful years!!! ❤️

04/02/2022

These two are still missing! If anyone has friends/family/contacts near Lime Springs/Cresco area, please send this directly to them so we can get these two babies found!

💥LOST DOGS!
Last seen in Lime Springs at 8:00 am March 31. Both have name tags, numbers & are microchipped.
Please report any sightings/info to 319-432-9766

12/26/2021

Today is our last day open. We are here until 7:00 and then our artisans will be picking up their remaining inventory. We wish you a wonderful New Year and thank you for supporting local small businesses!

12/22/2021

Are you ready for Santa and his reindeer?
Brigette has us stocked back up with her Santa cookie boards!
Stop in Creative Iowans in Coral Ridge Mall and see all the unique handmade items to finish off your shopping list!
We are located right beside Barnes and Noble in an outside only entrance. Park by Barnes and Noble and you will see the store!
Ayers Engraving & Design

12/18/2021

One week!!!!
Got last minute gifts to get or just starting? Stop in Creative Iowans at Coral Ridge Mall and see all the beautiful, fun and unique handmade gifts that will surely make your friends and family excited when opening their presents!

We are located in an outside only entrance, no need to walk the mall! Park by Barnes and Noble and you will see the store!

12/15/2021

Christmas gatherings are just about here! Stop in and check out all the delicious mixes, jams, pasta and infused oils to create an unforgettable get together.

Also great for hostess gifts or the hard to shop for! And of course don't forget to stock up for yourself!

We have beer bread mixes, cornbread mixes, soups, cheesecake mixes, dip mixes, pasta, pasta meal kits, jams, infused olive oil and balsamic vinegars. We also have lots of delicious wines!

Creative Iowans is located in Coral Ridge Mall in Coralville. We are beside Barnes and Noble in an outside only entrance.

12/11/2021

Are you "gnomed" out? Well neither are we!!

Lots of gnomes are hanging out at Creative Iowans waiting to be given new homes so they can bring good luck to everyone around them.

We have ornaments, lighted boxes, garden stakes, wall hangings, wreaths, pillows, decorated bottles, money and gift card holders, shaker boxes, magical gnomes, earrings, and many more unique handmade items showcasing gnomes!

Stop in Creative Iowans at Coral Ridge Mall and shop the best Iowa handmade gifts and don’t forget to get yourself something too!
We are located right beside Barnes & Noble in an outside only entrance! No need to enter the mall, just park by Barnes and Noble and you will see the store!

12/10/2021

Jenny just dropped off a bunch of new hummingbirds! Here is a small sampling and the second picture is my favorite! The pictures don't capture the true beauty of the colors.

Stop in Creative Iowans at Coral Ridge Mall and see all her stained glass creations.

We are located in an outside only entrance beside Barnes and Noble.

12/05/2021

Time is flying by! There are less than three weeks until Christmas!!!



Stop in Creative Iowans at Coral Ridge Mall and get your shopping lists checked off! We have 38 different Iowa small businesses represented with a huge variety that you are sure to find something for every name on your list!



We have stained glass, pottery, needle punch, metal art, slumped bottles, greeting cards, soaps, lotions, bath salts, candles, tarts, aromatic beads, sachets, Freshies, Iowa and ISU items, etched glasses, infused oils and vinegars, jams, pasta mixes, cheesecake mixes, beer bread mixes, dip mixes, cookie mixes, soup mixes, meal kits, barn wood signs, personalized name frames, engraved 4x6 and 5x7 frames, aprons, kids aprons, onesies, wine, lathed wood ornaments, cutting boards, lathed wine stoppers, scrubbies, dish rags, towels, pot holders, doll clothes, dolls, kids toys and stuffed animals, jewelry, lip balm and holders, t-shirts, scarves, hats, ear warmers, coasters, koozies, yardzees, lighted buckets, dog and cat collars, dog and cat toys, dog and cat bandanas, lots of dog and cat accessories, wreaths, blanket ladders, market bags and SO MUCH more!!!



And don't even get me started on all the Christmas décor....just so many beautiful and amazing things! Wreaths, snowmen, santas, pillows, ornaments, decorated bottles, gnomes, table décor, lighted boxes, stacking snowmen, pot holders and once again SO MUCH more!!!!



We have inventory coming in daily so stop in often and check it out!

12/03/2021

Need some great stocking stuffers or Secret Santa gifts? Santa would 100% approve of you gifting Gettin’ Lippy lip balms and lip balm holders!

Gettin’ Lippy lip balms are moisturizing multicolored and multi flavored! You get three flavors in each tube! She has college themed, Christmas and everyday varieties to choose from!

She has a ton of lip balm holders to choose from. They are great to hook onto keys, jeans, back packs and more! Never go digging for your lip balm again!

And how adorable is this idea to jazz up the boring gift cards? Coordinate your gift card and lip balm holder, throw in your favorite Gettin’ Lippy lip balm and you have a fun and functional gift!

Stop in Creative Iowans and stock up with quantity discounts on the lip balms and holders too! We are at Coral Ridge Mall right beside Barnes and Noble in an outside only entrance. Park by Barnes and Noble and you will see our store!



Gettin Lippy

12/01/2021

Creative Iowans has so many handmade fun options for the little ones in your life! Stop in Coral Ridge Mall and get some Christmas gifts checked off your list! We are located right beside Barnes and Noble in an outside only entrance. Just park by Barnes and Noble and you will see our store!