The Frome Independent

Handmade Smocks, from the idea of workwear, from cord and drill, from vintage and deadstock material. For adults and children. They are for everyone, for a lifetime.

Fine jewellery, handmade in Bath using recycled silver and gold, inspired by folk art, stories and adventure.

Hand woven mindful luxury. Kulu is a weave studio based in Somerset working with hand weaving and screen printing to create contemporary textile designs using only natural fibres and reclaimed materials.

In 2006 when I started gaganis, I tried to combine creating ‘new product’ without having to use new components. Everything is made of recycled fabrics which previously would have been used as clothing. I’m mostly interested in faces and their expression so all the creatures have personalities

100% natural and nutrient dense skincare, sustainably handmade in small, fresh batches and formulated to suit all skin types, ages and genders.

Teresa creates miniature artworks using multiple layers of colour and texture on reclaimed plywood to create bold and atmospheric pieces, which somehow feel familiar to the viewer.

Frome artist Violet Von Riot returns to The Frome Independent with her ever expanding range of prints featuring local landmarks. The original art pieces are created using bits of cut or torn pieces of old, recycled magazines, with the focus being on unique and sustainable art.

Sophie Alda makes ceramics in bright beautiful colours to elevate your space.

Finely thrown stoneware pottery, a family of plates, bowls, jugs, mugs and vases, all suitable for everyday use and dishwasher proof!

Lore Botanicals, caring blends of botanicals wisdom. Natural nourishing organic skincare & delicious organic herbal tea blends.

Laura Clare is a screen print artist specialising in fun, bright, retro prints.

Working from her home studio in Somerset, Gemma designs and makes beautiful embroidered products for the home and life including embroidered blankets, cushions, hangings, bags, patches and lavender treats.

Outdoor kit the way it used to be made; Portamus is a collection of outdoor packs and accessories made by hand right here in the west country, with studios in Frome and Stroud.

Inspired by South American folk art and vintage tattoos, all of my pieces are designed and hand-sewn by me, with love and attention, using cruelty free faux leather.

Handcrafted mouse house suitcases

ILO clothing is inspired by the Scandinavian philosophy of childhood where play, comfort, environment, family and friends intertwine to nurture a wholesome child.

Hand made ceramic, made in our local open access ceramics studio in Shepton Mallet, specialising in hand carved ceramic wall coverings and tiles.

We make leather strops, our own shaving brushes, bowls and soaps and a range of natural beard care products. Alongside this, we sell Ardennes sharpening stones and a range of traditional shaving products, including a fine selection of traditional safety and straight razors.

I make beautifully unique wheel-thrown stoneware and raku pots and lamp-bases in my studio in Bear Flat, Bath. I love using recycled materials in my work, particularly sea-glass and horsehair.

Steve is obsessed with making food related typographic plates and Roz is fixated with Sicilian inspired decorative head pots. We live and work in Camden Road, Bath, hence the name Camden Clay!

Nature prints & cards created using hand foraged leaves from The New Forest Hampshire. Created on handmade handrag paper. Each print is individual and created using fully sustainable methods.

Rebecca Edelmann is a Danish ceramicist who makes small batch hand-built everyday work to use and enjoy, with strong and hand-painted designs

Joyful. Colourful. Sustainable. Harvesting natural dyes from our flower farm, we celebrate the vibrant colours of nature by hand-making products that bring joy to everyday life in your home.

Wolfe Academy is an independent & sustainable clothing brand from the South West. They create organic & ethical apparel & accessories inspired by the outdoor life.