• Our craft artists

  On the tabs below you will see the names of the craft artists who are represented in the Bermuda Craft Market. Just click on their name to read more about them. You can have as many or as few open as you wish. Just click on the name again to close it.

• Morrell Designs

  

  I have always loved to make things, from mud pies to quilts. After a brief detour into teaching I apprenticed to a local jewellery workshop where I discovered I loved working with metal. After several years working on other designers' ideas it was time to set up my own studio/workshop to create the pieces that were in my head. Slowly, year by year, I have been adding to my original collections while increasing my technical knowledge and gathering a large selection of semi-precious stones and beads that enhance my metal working skills.
  
  For many years I was a Studio Artist at The Bermuda Arts Centre but I've now moved around the corner into the Craft Market. Three large showcases house my jewellery. My work is mainly sterling silver-that is my favourite metal - enhanced with cabochon cut, semi-precious gemstones or pearls. Inspired by beautiful Bermuda my large collection of island charms, earrings and pendants is sure to inspire you! If you visit Dockyard on a Tuesday or Friday please come and see me at work. If you would like a preview of my pieces my website is www.morrelldesigns.com

• Jennifer Rodrigues

  

  Making jewelry has been a passion of mine for over 20 years now.
  I initially viewed my work as a hobby something that I really enjoyed doing, a way of relaxing and creating beautiful things to add to my own jewelry box. My friends always knew the kind of gifts they would receive for birthdays and holidays. For years I collected beads and vintage jewelry while on vacation, and at estate sales. Remaking something from the past to bring it into the 21st century has always brought me such joy. It was when my husband finally told me that my beads and collections were overtaking our home and that I needed to do something productive with it. About 5 years ago I was introduced to wire wrapping and fell in love . I have done several workshops at the William Holland School of Lapidary Arts and studied with many very talented wire artists. My Bermuda Pink sand pieces are a favorite of the visitors to the island of Bermuda but the locals love it too!.
  Visit my web site.

• Christine Wellman

  What began as a fine arts degree turned into a life-long passion to create works of art out of clay. Regular professional development workshops in the mountains of Aspen, Colorado continue to energize me to learn new skills and develop new styles for my work.
  I began working from home in 1993 . I'm a one woman studio where functional, wheel-thrown and hand decorated ceramics are made from scratch.The purity of the white earthenware clay body acts as a canvas for the hand painted designs which are often referred to as "soft touch Bermudiana". Two of my favourite lines are the "Aquatic" and "Floral" lines. All my ceramic-wares are food, microwave and dishwasher safe.
  Over the last 6 years, Limited Edition pots have been added to the line up available to the public. These pieces aren't only recognized by the fact that they don't all look alike but also by the fact that they are signed . Created with the same care and attention to form and function as my other ceramic ware the limited edition pots allow freedom for experimentation and artistic expression in the use of materials.

• Llewellyn Emery

  

  I'm a Bermuda Cedar craftsman. My inspiration was teacher Levi Daniel's who I apprenticed with in the late 50's and early 60's. I have been fortunate to have my work exhibited at the Smithsonian Folklife Festival in Washington DC and at several local art galleries. However, the Craft Market is the primary, year-round venue for the display of my unique designs. Look for beautifully crafted trinket boxes, candlesticks, table lamps, peppermills, bowls, and more. During more than a half century of woodturning, I have developed my own "signature" finish which is best described as "durable, high gloss and low- maintenance." Whilst Bermuda cedar is my first wood of choice, I love to experiment with other local woods, like ebony, fiddlewood, Indian laurel and poinciana.

• Kitten Ellison

  I moved to Bermuda in the mid 1960's from England . Although I now live in the U.S I still visit Bermuda regularly and having been associated with the Bermuda Craft Market for over fifteen years consider it still very much a part of my life. I would probably admit that my first love is gardening. so it is not surprising that my art work on china, glass and fabrics brings to life the the beauty of the flowers and plants for which Bermuda is so famous.
  Every piece that I paint reflects the floral magnificence of this Island from hibiscus to morning glory and from oleander to Bermudiana.

• Don & Frances Mason

  

  Frances and I demonstrate and show our work at the Bermuda Craft Market. From an eight foot table beside a small inside booth we make and sell wire art jewelry. So how did we begin? Many years ago we bought a rock tumbler from Sears Roebuck, and in a short space of time we had hundreds of small polished stones- and we didn't know what to do with them. During a visit to San Francisco we saw a gem tree resisted the temptation to buy it but on our return tried our hands at making them. That was the beginning. We took a number of courses at a Lapidary School in Georgia, USA and before long our business took off. We are always glad to meet fellow artists and genuinely interested people. Our main sales are earrings, inexpensive but attractively boxed, bead rings, bracelets and pendants in that order. The most popular stones being hematite, amethyst, malachite and rhodochrosite but we only have time to cut opal and fibre optics.

• Ronnie Chameau

  

  I was born and raised in St. David's , Bermuda and now divide time between Bermuda and Paris , my husband Michel's home. I create several crafts from watercolours and scenes on tree bark but I am mostly known for and demonstrate and sell in the Craft Market my banana-leaf and palm dolls. I love to explore the trails and roadside verges in Bermuda for materials to make my dolls. Unusual finds often inspire me into fresh ideas. Each doll is unique and the result of many hours of intricate handiwork. Each doll is individually boxed and accompanied by my label. One of my dolls is to be found in the Smithsonian Archives and two local stamp issues have featured my dolls and basket work. My banana leaf angels with skeletonized leaf wings adorn Christmas trees world-wide.
  Read about the Queen's Jubilee doll

• Heidi Augustinovic

  

  Originally from Austria, I make Christmas ornaments using shells, Bermuda snails, crystals, beads and ribbons. Growing up in Austria after the war, there was so little to buy and my mother who was very artistic would make things. Our Christmas tree was always beautifully decorated with my mother's hand made ornaments. I suppose I picked up the custom from her. I used to decorate the hospital Christmas tree- I did it for 25 years and enjoyed it. People would see my ornaments and would want to buy them and so they encouraged me to make some to sell and so I did ! Now two decades later locals and visitors come to the Craft Market to take home my hand made decorations. My decorations can be used as wedding favors , gift accents and make a stunning ornament on a piece of furniture. I also make jewelry and shell ornaments embroidered with semi-precious stones and pearls. I import shells and with my husband's help we polish them to let their colours shine.

• Gail Graham

  

  After a long career in public education I retired several years ago and have since devoted my time and attention to what has been an interest for all of my life, and has now become a passion. Needlework in all its forms fascinates me. I enjoy using various fibres and fabrics to create images. On a regular basis I do bobbin lace making, canvas work, cross stitch , hardanger embroidery, blackwork, kumihimo braiding and knitting. I have also done petit point , goldwork, Japanese Temari, tatting and crewel work. My ambition is to learn as many techniques as possible. I especially enjoy sharing my knowledge of needle arts with others and teaching those who wish to learn. In the winter months I can be found demonstrating in the Craft Market and examples of my work are always on the shelves.

• Shirley Tuzo

  

  I describe myself as a "Decoupeur". Some years ago to cope with stress I literally fell into doing decoupage or paper tole. Using multiple images of the same picture and with cutting and shaping pads, scissors, tweezers and glue I work up the images into sculpted three-dimensional image. It takes many many hours and requires lots of patience but I love it and it certainly takes me to a different place. My work is seen in the market and has been on exhibit in several local galleries as well as appearing on a Bermuda stamp issue in 2005 celebrating our Heritage. I can be found demonstrating in the Craft Market at various times - I'd love to share with my craft with you.

• Jeannine Smith

  

  I was born in the island of Dominica in the former British West Indies. Almost all of my training in various forms of art came from an extremely skilled aunt who successfully plied her trade in the City of New York as a fashion designer for many years. Whilst working at Bermuda's premier department store, Trimingham's I began to make Christmas ornaments out of recycled shopping bags. My dolls grace Christmas trees both here and abroad and make a lovely gift from my adopted island home. Following the closure of Trimingham's, I joined the artistic group in the Craft Market where I can be visited all day on Wednesdays.

• Tricia Phillips

  I have been hand rolling Beeswax Candles for about 10 years ago to fill a gap that was in the market at that time. Tapers range from 4" to 16" tall and pillars can be various sizes. At Christmas my red and green tree cones have proven very popular. I have paired my beeswax candles with Bermuda Honey or Bermuda hand made soap to make a gift item or personal memento of a Bermuda trip that I am really proud of. The beauty of beeswax candles is that they burn cleanly with the oh so sweet smell of honey. Come and look for my products in the Craft Market. I also demonstrate too so come on by and say hello. Special orders for that significant occasion can be fulfilled too.

• Tricia Walters

  

  After almost 20 years in journalism I decided to take a break from the rat race and focus on my passion - needlecraft.
  I've been making toys for about 4 years now and love to come up with new and interesting designs every summer. From whales and owls, to box monsters and Johnny Barnes dolls, no two toys are ever the same.
  Each handmade toy has its own personality and facial expression. Once I have a design, I pick the fabric to suit that particular toy, as well as the eyes, buttons and other accessories. I consider each toy a little work of art and am proud to put the "Handmade in Bermuda" label on each one.
  Besides toys, I also love to do freehand embroidery on the sewing machine, hand stitch miniature toys to fit inside matchboxes and dabble in watercolour painting.
  Because I love sharing my passion for all things craft, I find the Craft Market is a perfect fit for me and Bermuda is the best place to find inspiration.

• Roger Hannant - The Candle Factory

  

  The Candle Factory was established in St. Georges in 1978. Since then, Roger Hannant has been handcrafting stunning sea life candles using his very own molds. In 1982, The Candle Factory moved their production to a facility in North Carolina. Once there, Roger's designs were in such demand, as he started to participate in gift shows and tradeshows in major cities across the United States, including New York, Miami and San Francisco. His attendance proved to be a success, as Buyers and celebrities from around the world began to place orders for these incredible candle creations.
  In 1994, Roger Hannant decided to take a well deserved break from candle making and returned to Bermuda to work on his second love, boats. After a 10 year hiatus, Roger made the decision to return to his passion of candle design and set up production in its current location, the Craft Market in Dockyard.
  Each paraffin wax candle is handmade to the highest standards. Every design is unique in colour and exceptional fine detail. The sea life creations include starfish, sea shells and turtles. All candles are unscented and burn for approximately 50 hours. Roger's candles are the perfect accent piece for your home, wedding or business, as each candle can be customized to the colour of your choice within 24 hours. They are also the ideal souvenirs for visitors of the Island, as candles will not melt during travel.
  So whether you call Bermuda your home or temporary escape, be sure to visit the Candle Factory at the Craft Market and watch Roger use his finesse and expertise in creating his exquisite candle collection.

• Foods and Food Tastings at the Craft Market

  

  The Bermuda Craft Market boasts a range of 'Bermuda-inspired' foods and condiment reflecting our cultural diversity. Many of our early peoples originated in the West Indies and so spice is the order of the day! Outerbridge's line of spicy condiments (Sherry Pepper's, BBQ sauces and rubs ) as well as Rum Swizzle Mix and Rum Swizzle Taffy are to be found on our shelves. Bermuda Gombey Pepper Jams are a line of bespoke pepper jams (sweet and spicy) akin in many ways to a chutney and great on cheese and meats. Keeping with the island theme we stock Horton's Original Bermuda Rum Cake and for those with a sweet tooth we also carry a home-made range of delicious cookies from Triple Ginger to Orange Chocolate Chip as well as Bermuda Fudge - sweet and delicious!! With a wide array of fruits growing on island - Sallie makes a wide range of jams including Natal Plum, Loquat, Starfruit and Banana as well as delicious chutneys - some onion inspired.
  For those looking for a local beverage we stock Barritt's Ginger Beer- or Burr as Bermudians pronounce it. Not a beer at all - it's a super-gingery ginger ale that works great on its own or as the base for a cocktail! Best of all - the Craft Market hosts regular tasting sessions known as "A Taste of Bermuda". Local merchants share with you their product lines, inviting you to taste and savor their flavours and share a cooking tip or two along the way. Visit the Craft Market or check the "What's On" section at the bottom of this page for details of days and times for these complimentary events.

• Books Galore!!

  The Craft Market is your one-stop shop for a large selection of books for all. We stock beautifully written and illustrated children's books written by several local authors which have delighted young readers world-wide. We carry novels for the young reader - stories stepping back in time in Bermuda history through the eyes of a child and the "Spinners" series of adventure books. We carry an eclectic mixture of books by local authors ranging from novels through history, birding , architecture, poetry and more. The Craft Market stocks books published by the National Museum of Bermuda focusing upon all things nautical and the Bermuda National Trust geared towards local architecture and history. Should you be looking for antiquarian books from Bermuda we carry a good stock of those too as well as genuine prints, original oils, watercolours, tinted photographs, philatelic covers and old postcards circa 1910-1950's.
  Several of our local authors can often be found inside the Market doing book signings.

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