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Here you will find all kinds of lovely Makers and Makers businesses who live and work on the Isle of Wight.
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'Hi, I am a Designer and maker of Dance and bridal petticoats, trained in tailoring, pattern making and cutting. I have lived on the Island of Wight for the last 26 years and have worked hard to build up my business which I run in a small workshop from my home. I love what I do and have never looked back from taking that step to being self employed and now sell my items all over the world to dances companies and theatres and to a lot of top Designers, most of my items are made to measure too my customers requirements.'
'Hello, Belle Blue Jewellery started out as two friends over coffee both of whom had a passion for beautiful handmade jewellery and semi precious gemstones. From there we started our hobby making gorgeous gifts for our friends and family and soon realised there was a market for beautiful yet affordable handmade jewellery.
All of our bracelets are made with love from semi precious gemstones and silver which come beautfully packaged to make the ideal present either to yourself or a loved one.
Made on the Isle of Wight we like to source as many local products as we can to use in our bracelets and we would happily make bespoke jewellery if you have a certain gemstone or piece of jewellery mind that you would like made.
Please browse our collection and if you have any questions please get in touch.'
Our website is http://www.bellebluejewellery.co.uk Our email is bellebluejewellery@hotmail.co.uk
Blended by hand with love on the Island, Blue Labelle Botanical Skincare was created in 2011 and already has a loyal following across the UK and beyond. With formulas using plant oils that have been tried and tested for thousands of years, each blend contains potent botanical and essential oils full of antioxidant vitamins, minerals, proteins and omega oils. The range includes body oils and facial oils, and is stocked in five shops across the Island including Healthy Indulgence in Cowes and Made on the Isle of Wight in Ryde, as well as being available to buy online at http://www.bluelabelle.co.uk. The website also contains lots of other information including detailed properties of every blend, and the history and properties of the ingredients used.
'I launched buoys and girls in the summer of 2010. A small family run company we design and hand-make unique accessories for the home or away, using authentic recycled sails.
Although each item is individual we are happy to personalise our products, to make them that extra bit special so we also take commissions for bespoke designs.
Living on the Isle of Wight known for its beaches and International sailing, has given us inspiration to create designs made from sailcloth that can be used in or out of the home, on the boat or on holiday. Our designs are perfect for Coastal Interiors, for those who love seaside living and all who love anything Nautical!
Each sail we recycle is different in texture and colour which means no two products we make are the same. Because recycled sailcloth has a history it provides a real vintage feel to our designs. Visit our website http://www.buoysandgirls.com to order or phone 01983 210600 if you are on the Island, to save postage!'
'Hello and welcome to my newly established venue ~ Charm World UK
I am an Islander and created Charm World UK to have a platform to showcase my love for jewellery design and my passion to support UK handicraft. I work with charm beads of various designs creating unique necklaces, bracelets, keepsake pins, and novelty items too. I also have a dedicated page to TWINS!
Whilst there are a number of designs in various categories we are always being asked to add something new. If you have a particular theme you would like us to create or a special customised gift in mind, please contact us. Made with love, Dee.'
'Chris Cowley is an Isle of Wight based wedding photographer hailing from a background of festival and music portraiture in which he has photographed headline bands from Madness to Lily Allen.
He uses the unique light of the island to create beautiful, natural images that capture the essence of your special day. Working unobtrusively, he records events as you live them, feelings as you feel them and tears of happiness as you shed them. Each image taken will tell the story of your day from start to finish, projecting the love and devotion that you share with your family and friends.
Generally Chris work alone, as it lets him to blend in with the guests and allows him to photograph those individual moments that sometimes go unnoticed.'
'I am a Producer DJ and Musician on the Isle of Wight, signed With Candy Bass Records.
In the last three years I have played alongside The Freestylers, A-Skillz and DJ Format. I have played at a few festivals. The Isle of Wight Festival 2011(Disco 2000 Tent and Tangerine Back Stage VIP Tent) V-Dub Festival 2011, Rhythmtree Festival 2010 & 2011 And PozFest & Postfest 2010 & 2011. I also co hosted radio shows on Bestival Fm 2010 & 2011 and Vectis Radio every Friday throughout 2011. This year I was thrilled to win a remix competition on TalentHouse remixing Killa Kella's Virus track which will now be featured on their upcoming ep release. http://blog.talenthouse.com/2012/03/06/damian-walshe-the-duke-of-remixes/
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I have a new EP due for release soon with Candy Bass Records.'
'Hello, I am an experienced handmade bobbin lace maker, and have been making lace for over 35 years. I love making all types of lace including English and Continental and occasionally have been known to make my own patterns. I make a wide variety of items from bookmarks to christening gowns made completely of lace.
I teach lace making on the Island and am an active member of both local and international lace organisations. I mainly make to commission, as this gives me time to produce, what can be, fairly labour intensive work. Recent orders have included lace wedding garters, bookmarks and a 60cm table centre. I am happy to work in cotton, silk or linen thread and take pride in creating beautiful, even tensioned work which can be passed on through the generations.
I am currently working on my website so please contact Isle of Wight Makers for commissions and information about my work.'
'Started in 2011 I Heart Buttons creates bouquets for brides and the home from vintage and new buttons.
Button bouquets make a unique and colourful alternative to a traditional floral bouquet. Sentimental items of jewellery (or buttons of course!) can be worked into the bouquets to make them even more special. The most fabulous thing about button bouquets is that they will last forever.
I make items to order or if you are in Ryde, come and have a browse in my shop.
23 The Lanes, Royal Victoria Arcade, Union Street, Ryde.'
'I am an Island farmers wife who unschools our teenage kids! I am passionate about vintage!
I make handbags and accessories from recycled and/or vintage materials including jewellery and chesspiece toggles.
I also create vintage filled baskets for vintage fairs, vintage clothing and accessories as well as handmade vintage cakestands and teacup candles. Over 30 years experience of selling vintage clothing and accessories (12 years on Ebay)!'
'Jason Swain is a photographer based in Totland Bay on the Isle of Wight. He specialises in fine art landscapes and action / lifestyle photography with the common theme of the islands beautiful coastline.
Jason is available for a wide range of commercial work as a fully insured professional photographer. He undertakes event and editorial photo assignments, Wedding photography and Portrait sessions. A large selection of his photo library is available for stock licensing and for sale as fine art prints directly from his website and via the Getty Collection in California.
Please contact Jason via Email photo@jasonswain.co.uk to discuss any aspect of his work and he will be happy to provide a competitive quotation for your photographic requirements.'
Hi, I'm Jenny and photography has always been a passion of mine.
Living on the beautiful Isle of Wight, I'm greatly inspired by natural light and how the way it falls on the world around us can add a real depth of colour, turning something as simple as a few trees or an old car into a treasured memory.
I also have a great passion for music and festival photography, something I'm hoping to develop over the coming months and years (no pun intended!)
Please visit my website at http://www.jengaphotography.com to find out more and browse the range of signed prints and canvases...
'I love creating beautiful and decorative crafts to brighten up every room of your home. Each piece is unique, making them the perfect gift for someone special. I am self taught and as such love experimenting with all different sorts of materials from my little studio shed in Freshwater. It all started with simple cards, but now I create mosaics, work with drift wood and shells collected from the beaches in the West Wight and recently I discovered the fabulous art of Decopatch. So far I have decorated picture frames, hearts, a variety of jewellery boxes and notebooks. Pretty much anything can be Decopatched and you will often find me in local charity shops or car boot sales looking for those unwanted items to upcycle and turn into something modern and stylish.'
'Leather and jewellery workshop is a small Island based business where everything is handmade from scratch with all your specifics needs and wants catered for! Everything from saddlery, car and camper upholstery to handbags, belts and jewellery. Everything is custom made using only top quality materials.
Saddlery ranges from made to measure tack, to saddle fitting/reflocking to riding boot zip replacement to minor repairs, no job is too small.
Car and camper upholstery includes all seat, door cards, rock n roll beds etc. this can all be done in either leather, vinyl or fabric material.
I also have a small selection of leather handmade handbags and belts for sale, and a larger selection of jewellery.
Any questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch.'
I try to add this essential feature with every project I work on. I love to be different. I love an opportunity that can challenge me. I love problem solving. And I love making new trends not following them.
Services - anything from naming your company, logo design, stationery design and exhibition graphics right through to website design, bespoke illustrations, printing...and everything in-between.'
'Say it with Brownies was launched in December 2011. I make gift boxes of chocolate brownies and sell them on the internet. My website is http://www.sayitwithbrownies.co.uk You can choose from six flavours : Classic Chocolate Brownies, Chunky Fudge Brownies, White Chocolate Chip Brownies, Cookies & Cream Brownies, Walnut Brownies and Fruit & Nut Brownies. You can then choose the packaging design to suit your occasion, I have a long list to choose from. Then I post them to you using Royal Mail first class post which is free or you can upgrade and pay a little extra for guaranteed next day special delivery.'
'Wight Creations Handmade Cards was first started in January 2012. I have had Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for 15 years and had been making cards for friends and family when I suddenly decided to make a business of it. I find designing and making my cards quite therapeutic and really enjoyable. All my cards are designed, printed and hand embellished from my home in St. Lawrence on the Island and can be personalised to suit any occasion. I also now make and design Wedding Stationery. All cards are sent out via Royal Mail, in a board backed envelope for protection. Cards can also be sent straight to your recipient if required. I also offer free UK delivery.'
'China Chicks Tracey and Claire created Wight Vintage in 2011.
We up cycle unloved china and glass to create beautiful bespoke cake stands that can match with the colours of your home or event. Ready made stands for you to hire or buy as well as tea cup candles, pin cushions and afternoon tea gift boxes available.
Create your own stand - bring your plates to us and we can make the stand up for you or choose from our lovely selection of vintage plates.
Tea Party Catering – Wight Vintage Afternoon tea is served on trays from gorgeous vintage crockery. Yummy cakes, scrumptious scones and dainty sandwiches are piled high on pretty, tiered, china cake stands. Dairy, gluten and egg free options available.'
Yogi's Garden started in 2010 following redundancy from IW Council, where I'd been a School Caretaker for 27 years. I'd bought a small digital camera and wanted to make cards for friends/family. I did a Xmas Fair that year and started "eventing" in earnest in 2011. My USP is that all the photos (with the exception of Little Bear), are taken in or from our garden. I mainly do the smaller fairs/shows (because they're cheaper)! Prior to surgery in September, I was "doing The Griffin" in Godshill on Thursdays which was worth it! I hope to start "eventing" again, as soon as I can drive again. yogisgarden.co.uk has been online for a few weeks and had some nice comments.
