"Hello Baby!" is frequently heard as Patsy greets her customers and many friends. With her more than 25 years of hair braiding experience watching her lightning fast fingers twist and turn the locks of both locals and visitors is a sight to see. Patsy has a wonderful assortment of sun dresses, shirts, wraps and much more. She also has jewelry to match most of her selection. Always smiling and willing to chat, Patsy is a person PartyJoe enjoys visiting every trip to Barbados. Patsy is located on the beach across the road from the Supercenter (behind the post office) in Holetown.
Douglas and Annie Sobers
When visiting the Morgan Lewis Mill or St. Nicholas Abbey, stop between the two at Cherry Tree Hill, a wonderful spot for the views and the people. There you will find Douglas and Annie Sobers. Douglas (the comedian) has been a diver for more than fifty years and at one time supplied many distributors on the island with his beautiful shells. Now he and his wonderful wife sell their wares for themselves and are very proud to be able to keep the prices lower than most places in Barbados. A 'must stop' for gifts, great conversation and a laugh.
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Darcy Best - the Wire Craftsman
Want a truley one of kind Bajan souvenir? Have an idea? Darcy can bend it into a reality. Not only does he create wonderful images of Barbados he can custom make one just for you. How about a model of you and your someone special laying under a palm tree enjoying a rum or maybe a traditional cane cutter or pineapple vendor, Darcy will make it for you. PartyJoe has bought several peices over the years and have custom ordered some as well. Look for Darcy at the popular beaches on the west coast. He is pretty easy to spot - he'll most likely be sporting a baseball hat, sunglasses, a tray of his artwork and a huge smile. If you are visiting Barbados and want to contact Darcy, drop me a note and I will forward his phone number.
Princess Souvenirs (the Monkey Lady) Bathsheba, St. Joseph
When traveling through picturesque Bathsheba, stop by Princess Souvenirs. Michelle, known as the 'Monkey Lady', has a wonderful selection of jewelry, wraps, pipes and a nice collection of Bob Marley shirts. For a small donation you can have your picture taken with her adorable pet monkeys.
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The Hat Man
Located behind the Post Office in Holetown, (near Patsy's Treasures) the Hat Man usually has woven hats and bowls made from palm leaves and bird feeders made from coconut. Look for him under a tree on the beach.
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Springer's Pottery Chalky Mount. St Andrew
The drive up the narrow, twisting road to Chalky Mount is definitely worth it. Watch, Managing Director, John Springer himself work a lump of clay into a collectible piece of art. He is always willing to demonstrate his remarkable skill and there are many items, including "Monkey Pots", on location ready to be packed up for you to take home.
Helen (the Bird Feeder Lady) Paynes Bay, St. James
When walking the beach at Paynes Bay you will probably run into Helen, or as she is commonly referred to, 'the Bird Feeder Lady'. Helen produces beautiful feeders made of coconut at a very reasonable price.
Do you have any interesting stories about Barbados? Any Rum Shops you would recommend? People or places to see? Please let us know.
