brandy3415 Posted April 24, 2020 #1 Share Posted April 24, 2020 Back in October we were on a cruise with RCI that included St. Martin/St Maarten. We have been there many times, but wanted to see something different. I searched for a tour and came upon the Artist Studio tour given by Seagrape tours. We did not ask for a private tour but that is what we got. It was delightful--4 artists homes or studios, a choice of artists that I made when I booked the tour. One visit was to Dame Ruby Bute, an island artist for many many years. She is also a poet. Her colorful prints and originals lined the walls and after looking at them, we made a purchase of some prints and a beautiful mug, which she signed and dated. I treasured that mug--because of the signing--personally done, not printed, it never got to the dishwasher--strictly by hand. Two days ago as I cleared the breakfast table the slightly damp mug slipped from my hands and shattered on the floor. Stunned, sad, mad, a range of emotions. I knew I wanted to try to replace it --meant a lot to me. When Ruby did not respond on Facebook, I searched online and found My Island Art. Great site for all kinds of art from lots of the islands--mugs, scarves, prints, coasters, etc at reasonable prices --and shipping from US !Jeff , the owner, turned his love of the islands into his business. If like me you go places and procrastinate in buying a significant souvenir of the visit, this site is great! He has the Ruby Bute mugs in stock, unsigned and I bought one of them for now. Later in the Fall when he goes on his buying trip he will get me a signed one. Quick, easy and not all that expensive,considering that a memory has no pricetag I wanted to pass this on as positive experiences, but with tour vendors such as Seagrape, and business don't always end up with the extremely happy endings that I had. I highly recommend both Seagrape and My Island Art. , Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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