Artisan and Unique Finds

Belle Mercantile

Located in Bellefonte, Belle Mercantile is a standout collective market of more than 50 vendors. Local artisan and unique finds include jewelry, soaps and lotions, stained glass, knitted items, books, children’s clothing, gourmet food, metalwork, pottery, and much more. While in Bellefonte, be sure to also stop by Smith + Front in the renovated, historic Gamble Mill, and Titan Market (open Fridays & Saturdays) near Titan Hollow and Axemann Brewery, for more beautiful, locally crafted items.

Clothing

Helen Foxx and Company

The atmosphere at the Bellefonte women's clothing boutique Helen Foxx and Co. is chic and casual. Owner Joyce Mills carefully hand-picks all of Helen Foxx’s on-trend fashions, jewelry, and accessories, which are unique and affordable. Helen Foxx pays careful attention to the customer experience too, sticking to the motto that “beautiful clothes and fashion come and go, but the feeling of being beautiful and treasured is everlasting.”

Specialty Stores

A Basket Full

For more than 30 years, A Basket Full has been a historic Boalsburg mainstay, and a one-stop shop for clothing, jewelry and accessories, gourmet kitchen items, local food products, home decor, and more. A Basket Full carries sought-after labels such as Brighton, Vera Bradly, Rain, Clara Sun Woo, and Spartina 449.

Kitchen Kaboodle

State College’s premier kitchen, home, and gift store is just one block from the Penn State campus. Whether you are looking for that specialty item every gourmet cook must have in their kitchen, or a unique gift for the foodie that has everything, Kitchen Kaboodle is the place to find it. The shop also offers a distinctive collection of gifts for Penn State fans.

Tait Farm Foods

The Tait Farm Harvest Shop is located seven miles east of State College. Open year-round, the shop carries Tait’s own line of 60+ specialty foods, other regional artisan foods, and crafts, as well as seasonally inspired decor and gifts for the kitchen, home, and garden. In addition, farm-grown organic produce is available year-round.

Lion’s Pride

Nittany Lions fans will find no shortage of stores in downtown State College to get the latest Penn State merchandise. An obvious stop for sportswear and memorabilia – and everything in between – is Lion’s Pride, family and alumni-owned since 1976. Shoppers also have a chance to give back, with a percentage of every sale contributed to Penn State for student scholarships.

Antique and Vintage Finds

Apple Hill Antiques

With more than 45 vendors, this popular State College antiques and collectibles co-op is filled with carefully curated special finds from days gone by, including amazing collections of rare vintage Christmas, Halloween, and other hard-to-find holiday items. Just as much attention goes into displaying the artifacts and treasures at Apple Hill Antiques, so browsing is equally as enjoyable as shopping – but you probably won’t leave empty-handed.

Shindig Alley

Located in Philipsburg, Shindig Alley specializes in high-end Mid-Century Modern furniture and decor, as well as vintage clothing and accessories. Shindig Alley’s pieces have found their way onto Hollywood TV sets, which is not surprising considering the shop has a national and international following. If you are looking for the perfect vintage statement pieces for your home or wardrobe, a stop at Shindig Alley is a must.

The Beaten Path

Located on East Church Street in Centre Hall, The Beaten Path is a charming shop that specializes in antiques, vintage and retro items, collectibles, jewelry, art, and more. With ever-changing offerings that proprietors say range from eclectic to classy to humorous, it’s a safe bet you’ll find something to satisfy every taste.