Humphreys County is known for its natural beauty and its rich history. From hiking and kayaking to touring museums and attending festivals, there’s certainly no shortage of entertainment here. But what if shopping is your cup of tea? Humphreys County has that, too! Whether you’re a local on the hunt for the perfect gift or some delicious produce, or you’re just visiting and looking for some souvenirs to take home, we have the perfect shopping experience lined up for you.
The Perfect Gift or Souvenir
If you’re searching for the perfect gift—or you just want to treat yourself to a little something new—Humphreys County has no shortage of boutiques and shops just waiting for you to explore.
Antique lovers and “pickers” won’t want to miss out on Vintage Treasures, a family-owned antiques and collectibles business on the Court House Square in Waverly. At 6,000 square feet, it’s the largest antiques store in the area and features thousands of one-of-a-kind finds. Specializing in antique, retro, and vintage items, Vintage Treasures offers everything from primitives, cast iron, and toys, to large collectible items and furniture. Grab yourself some moonshine jelly or new cast iron ware from the country store while you’re there.
A trip to Made offers much more than a boutique shopping experience. It also gives you a chance to give back to the community and shop with purpose. For example, some fair-trade items at Made give women who have left abusive relationships or gone through rehab the ability to support themselves. The Made way is to shop “on purpose…with intention…and for mission.” The boutique’s owner desires that people feel safe and know their worth, so her affinity for Psalm 139’s “fearfully and wonderfully made” verse led her to the perfect name for her shop. Shop Made and Made Kids on the square in Waverly for home decor, toys, gifts, t-shirts, books, novelties, and so much more. With an online book club and a kids’ story time, Made is part of the community in many ways.
If you’re looking for the perfect boutique shopping experience in McEwen, you’ll find Lola and Sass at the top of our list. Selling women’s clothing in regular and extended sizes, children’s clothing, home décor, pottery, jewelry, and much more, Lola and Sass is sure to have whatever you’re looking for. Whether that’s adorable graphic tees, cardigans, tops, shoes, jeans, hair accessories, earrings, seasonal and local-themed clothing, toys, throw pillows, hats, phone accessories, or home décor, Lola and Sass is the perfect spot to snag that unique find.
For more casual boutique clothing, jewelry, accessories, gifts, and home décor, head over to the Pink Willow Boutique in Waverly. This trendy boutique offers clothing in sizes small through XXL, graphic tees, and accessories at affordable prices. Visit the folks at Pink Willow Boutique and grab unique items like smudge bundles, gummy bear-shaped wax melts, car coasters, phone accessories, coffees and treats, and fun and trendy seasonal items.
Find the absolute perfect gift for any occasion at Carrollton House Jewelry in Waverly. This small, family-owned business has been providing name brand jewelry, gifts, and makeup with top-notch customer service since 1997. Browse fine jewelry, crystal, Pandora merchandise, Merle Norman cosmetics, unique gifts, apparel and accessories, and more. Carrollton House also offers wedding registry services.
Good Eats and Sweet Treats
Need some fresh, local produce? Seeking some yummy treats to take home? Craving an afternoon pick-me-up espresso drink during your marathon day of shopping? Look no further! We’ve got all that and more in Humphreys County.
Established in 2018, Twin Bridge Farm grows and sells gourmet and medicinal mushrooms. Choose from varieties such as king oysters, shiitake, Reishi, Maitake, and cinnamon caps. This beautiful 40-acre farm produces approximately one hundred pounds of mushrooms each week and also offers products made from their mushrooms. Try their dual extract tinctures, seasoning salts, Twin Bridge Mocha, medicinal dog treats, and even mushroom jerky. Twin Bridge Farm also has a new orchard and lavender field, and they’ve recently planted a one-acre vineyard with Cabernet, Merlot, and Cab Franc. Visit their website to email them and order products for pickup or shipping or meet them at the Dickson Farmers Market on Saturday mornings.
For fresh, nutrient-dense, organic produce, Clean Genes Farm is the place to go in McEwen. This small ecological family farm is Certified Naturally Grown and focuses on growing food with care. Their grow-intensive techniques allow them to raise an abundance of produce on just one acre of land. With a mission “to create a positive change in our food growing culture and bring that change to your front door,” they offer delicious, healthy, organically grown foods. Plus, Clean Genes Farm has an online farmers market that allows you to order online and have your produce delivered right to your front door.
If it’s yummy snacks and drinks you’re after, swing by Memories & Marmalade in McEwen. There, you can pick up goodies like canned pickles, marmalade, chowchow, candy, homemade bread, “sammiches,” fudge, fried pies, pimento cheese, chicken salad, snacks, and bottled drinks. You can also place orders for treats, trays, goody baskets, and more for parties and other events.
The Waverly Cafe serves up breakfast, lunch, baked goods, coffee and espresso drinks, but it’s also the perfect place to spend an afternoon. Linger in the cozy atmosphere and shop their local arts and crafts gallery and collection of new and used books. After shopping, sit with a delicious signature espresso drink like an Almond Joy mocha, a pumpkin spice latte, or an iced coconut latte.
Specialty Shops and Services
In addition to the more traditional shops, Humphreys County is home to some truly unique specialty shops and service providers. No matter what your need is, you’ll find it easily met with a smile and a personalized touch.
Music lovers will most certainly want to stop by Bud’s Music while shopping the square. Bud’s Music features new and used music, instruments, books, art, and more. Stop in and see what treasures they have at any given time, from guitars and banjos to drum sets and more. Need music lessons? Got an instrument that needs a little TLC? Bud’s is the place for you!
When you’re on a quest for the perfect special occasion dress or gown, Loyce’s is your Waverly destination. The local prom and pageant headquarters, Loyce’s carries more than 500 prom and pageant gowns. They also have all the latest ladies’ fashion trends in boutique clothing, shoes, and jewelry. If you want to make your dress-shopping a fun event, the ladies at Loyce’s are known for their customer service and attention.
Need a shave and a haircut? You’ll definitely want to visit The Barber Shop in Waverly. Owned by Ferretta “Fred” Damesworth, this hometown, traditional barber shop is celebrating its 100-year anniversary this year. The Barber Shop offers the usuals like vacuum clipper haircuts and hot lather neck shaves. At the helm of the operation are resident Master Barbers “Fred” Damesworth and Elton “Toad” Smith, who have between them a combined 100-plusyears of cutting experience. Bluegrass artist Daryl Mosley actually wrote a song about “Toad” Smith called “The Secret of Life,” the title track to his most recent album.
As you can see, no matter what that money is burning a hole in your pocket for, you’ll find it in Humphreys County.
ITINERARY POINTS OF INTEREST
A family-owned antiques and collectibles business that sits in the Court House Square in Waverly.
Made offers much more than a boutique shopping experience. It also gives you a chance to give back to the community and shop with purpose.
Selling women’s clothing in regular and extended sizes, children’s clothing, home décor, pottery, jewelry, and much more, Lola and Sass is sure to have whatever you’re looking for.
This trendy boutique offers clothing in sizes small through XXL, graphic tees, and accessories at affordable prices.
This small, family-owned business has been providing name brand jewelry, gifts, and makeup with top-notch customer service since 1997.
This beautiful 40-acre farm produces approximately one hundred pounds of mushrooms each week and also offers products made from their mushrooms like extract tinctures, seasoning salts, Twin Bridge Mocha, medicinal dog treats, and even mushroom jerky.
This small ecological family farm is Certified Naturally Grown and focuses on growing food with care. Their grow-intensive techniques allow them to raise an abundance of produce on just one acre of land.
Bud’s Music features new and used music, instruments, books, art, and more. Stop in and see what treasures they have at any given time, from guitars and banjos to drum sets and more.
The local prom and pageant headquarters, Loyce’s carries more than 500 prom and pageant gowns. They also have all the latest ladies’ fashion trends in boutique clothing, shoes, and jewelry.
Owned by Ferretta “Fred” Damesworth, this hometown, traditional barber offers the usuals like vacuum clipper haircuts and hot lather neck shaves.
You can pick up goodies like canned pickles, marmalade, chowchow, candy, homemade bread, “sammiches,” fudge, fried pies, pimento cheese, chicken salad, snacks, and bottled drinks. You can also place orders for treats, trays, goody baskets, and more for parties and other events.
Waverly Cafe serves up breakfast, lunch, baked goods, coffee and espresso drinks, but it’s also the perfect place to spend an afternoon.