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About Nassau/Paradise Island at the Bahamas

Bahamian Artists and Artisans have continued the tradition of excellence by introducing the world to our unique art, crafts, music, foods and spices.


The Authentically Bahamian craft products comprise:

Straw

Native hand woveStraw Vendorn straw creations of handbags, purses, portfolios, briefcases, cushions, planter’s lamps, garlands and accessories using decorative straw plait from various Out Islands. Designed and enhanced by a blend of silver top and coconut straw to create more variety of straw items, tote bags, Christmas wreaths, decorative straw ornaments, straw dolls and many more made from all Bahamian straw.

Approximately 172,000 people live in the Nassau/Paradise Island area, with the majority of them residing in the capital city of Nassau. A native of Nassau is called a Nassuvian.



Jewelry

NecklaceExquisite handmade jewelry made from conch shell, coral glass pearls, tamarind and Poinciana pod seeds, skillfully carved and handcrafted by local artisans and craftsmen.









Edibles

Delightful sweets, fruitcakes, bennie cakes and other mouthChild eating cake watering treats. A wide selection of herbal custom blend of teas and spices, also jams/jellies and marmalades.









Collectibles

Wood Carvings

Unique handmade souvenirs that depict various aspects of the Bahamian culture and heritage and other novelty items.










Candles/Oil/Soap

CandlesHandmade aromatherapy candles with coconut and other flavors, gorgeous candles beautifully wrapped and decorated with Bahamian seashells.









  Ceramics

Ceramic artworkFine ceramic ware, a distinctive selection of specialty items molded and hand printed. Highest standards of design, some depicting marine life and many other novelty items. Christmas ornaments, magnets, vases, beautiful bowls, figurines and many more.








  Music

Royal Police Force BandCD’s and cassette tapes, showcasing Bahamian music. You can listen to the pulsating rhythms of the world-famous Police Band. The band which dates back 120 years is considerd a bastion of the Bahamian society and a real ambassador, having traveled throughout the world delighting audiences. The Authentically Bahamian products also extends to Conch shell and shell items, Books, Quilting and Art & Paintings

 

 

 

 

Artists and Artisans Websites

Tiffcreations

Expressions By Ann

Click here for more information on some of our local artists and artisans.

 

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