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Big River is an eclectic conceptual design shoppe that was uniquely developed by Matt Roberts and that offers a world market flair with a touch of Asian and European influence through Turkish lighting, home décor and fine gifts. Roberts supports Fair Trade artists and searches all across the globe to find unique and inspiring treasures, as well as supports local and Iowan artisans. Big River carries giftware including candles, cards, jewelry, handbags, naural soaps; as well as oils.
Big River is your Turkish lamp destination importing lamps directly from a well-known artist in Instanbul, Turkey. We are the ONLY "original" Turkish lamp dealer in the Mid-West, so be leary of the attempted kock-offs floating on the internet and in nearby establishments. With our Instanbul connection, we are able to customize most shapes and sizes, as well as color, to fit your zen space.
The sweestest aspect of Big River is the candy, chocolate, and fudge selection. BFR&G offers nostalgic and European candies, as well as Hammond's chocolate and popcorns. Did someone say Taffy? BFR&G also offers a wide selection of salt water taffy from Salt Lake City, Utah.
In addition to a gift shop, BRF&G is a full-line fabric store highlighting modern fabrics including Free Spirit, Alexander Henry, and Tula Pink. We are the home of 3 Dog Design Company developed by Carl Hentsch and offer his patterns and books. BRF&G is a proud member of the Iowa Quilt Network. Please send us a message to book Carl for quilting workshops, classes, and lectures.
Please visit and experience our one-of-a-kind little piece of zen in downtown Ottumwa, IA.
Quality should never be compromised. No matter what product you choose, you can feel confident that our products are of the highest caliber.
Any merchandise can be shipped within reasonable size and fragility quality. Please "contact us" below to inquire on product availability and shipping. Unfortunately, we only ship domestic.
Press Release
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Big River Fabric & Gift Co Receives 2022 Best of Ottumwa Award
OTTUMWA September 8, 2022 -- Big River Fabric & Gift Co has been selected for the 2022 Best of Ottumwa Award in the Gift Shop category by the Ottumwa Award Program.
Each year, the Ottumwa Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Ottumwa area a great place to live, work and play.
Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2022 Ottumwa Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Ottumwa Award Program and data provided by third parties.
About Ottumwa Award Program
The Ottumwa Award Program is an annual awards program honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Ottumwa area. Recognition is given to those companies that have shown the ability to use their best practices and implemented programs to generate competitive advantages and long-term value.
The Ottumwa Award Program was established to recognize the best of local businesses in our community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to recognize the small business community's contributions to the U.S. economy.
Mon | 11:00 am – 06:00 pm | |
Tue | By Appointment | |
Wed | By Appointment | |
Thu | 11:00 am – 06:00 pm | |
Fri | 11:00 am – 06:00 pm | |
Sat | 10:00 am – 04:00 pm | |
Sun | By Appointment |
Open other days by chance if we are in the shop working or with a client.
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