A SPRING pop-up shop of luxe jewels, textiles, homeware, accessories, art, natural cosmetics and clothing will take place at Rook Chapel from Thursday 11th May – Saturday 13th May.
Emma Chapman jewels, The Chapel Collection, Samarkand Design, Richard Allan Art and Scarves, Miranda Berrow ceramics, Annabelle Thom bags and belts, The Ottoman Collection clothes and Mama Jo will all be presenting their unique products at Rook Chapel.
Emma Chapman jewels works between Jaipur, India, and Frome. She is passionate about keeping ancient couture traditions alive and works with local goldsmiths and stonecutters to create regal heirloom treasure for today. Her work has been showcased at London and Paris Fashion Week and has been featured in numerous magazines including Vogue and Harpers Bazaar. www. emmachapmanjewels. com
The Chapel Collection sources exquisite and unusual textiles and clothing from a range of designers in India. All of the collection is produced ethically with a love for traditional crafts, using natural dyes, handloom silks and cottons, embroidery and hand-sewn detailing. Each piece is a work of art, to be worn and enjoyed. www.chapelcollection.com
Samarkand Design – unique and distinctive lampshades and accessories. www.samarkanddesign.com
Richard Allan Art & Scarves – limited edition prints from the scarf design archive. www.richardallanscarves.com
The Ottoman Collection – robes and capes all handmade in the UK using ikats, silks, wools and cottons – inspired by the Ottoman Empire. www.theottomancollection.com
Miranda Berrow Ceramics – Miranda Berrow is a ceramic artist from Dorset, working in fine coiled white earthenware, whose work is colourful and joyous. www.mirandaberrow.com
Annabelle Thom – a range of fabulous tactile bags, belts and jewellery. A Fusion of Africa-tribal European refinement – handmade in Kenya. www.annabellethom.com
Mama Jo – a gorgeous range of organic handmade cosmetics from the Frome based make-up artist Jo Raphael.
Emma Chapman who is organising the event said, “I am delighted to have gathered together a fantastic range of unique designers and products for our pop up in Frome at Rook Chapel.
“We will be showcasing a range of carefully curated and distinctive jewellery, textiles, homeware, ceramics, clothing, art, and natural make-up, sourced and inspired from India, Kenya, Sri Lanka, and the Ottoman Empire as well as the UK. Everything being sold is handmade, carefully sourced or designed and of exceptional quality.
“We hope you will all enjoy it and look forward to seeing you there.”
The event will be open on Thursday 11th May 11am-9pm – bar will be open in the evening from 6pm-9pm, Friday 12th May and Saturday 13th May open 10am-4pm.