Ideas n Designs — Local services in Mount Carroll

My daughter and I drive out from the IL/IN border to Mt. Carroll at least twice a year specifically to visit Ideas & Designs! There are amazing, unique finds here along with friendly, caring hosting provided by Linda and Len...with Magic barking out a greeting, too! I love the library room--one of my favorite finds is an old fiction book with a beautifully decorated cover. But that's not all--it includes half a dozen old postcards written to the person who must have owned the book in the 1940s! Viewing this historic town is worthwhile as well. You...

If you like antiques and rare items, I highly suggest you visit Mad Hatter Ideas ‘N Design Antiques in Mt. Carroll. It is such a neat place. My daughter loves vintage clothes and was elated with her purchases. We were there for an hour and a half and I guarantee that we still missed seeing so many great finds. The owners are magnificent! Unbelievable customer service! They took such special interest in my family and the other customers in the shop. We will be back for sure! If you go, make sure to say hi to Magic their...

Want to sip tea and eat cookies while perusing fine brocades for your next project? Perhaps you want to find the best antique brooch for your picky mother-in-law? This is the place to go! The "Mad Hatter's" of Mt. Carroll has charm and Victorian grace, creating an experience one does not easily forget. An excellent place to pick up fine ceramics (tea sets especially!), jewelry, automobilia, fabric, and other fine things that makes one think about how fine life is. Seriously, just go. ...