Artisans & Makers

Everywhere you turn in The Palm Beaches, you’ll find unique, hand-crafted creations made with love by our very own locals. The next time you’re visiting and craving a sweet treat, one-of-a-kind outfit, or a work of art to remind you of your trip, make sure you buy from one of our countless talented artists, artisans, and makers.

BAKER Jamal Lake Ganache Bakery and Café, West Palm Beach

FASHION DESIGNER Amanda Perna House of Perna, Delray Beach

This local fashionista trained at the University of Alabama’s design school and the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City before honing her skills for major names including Calvin Klein and Oscar de la Renta. But it was her two seasons of Project Runway that made Amanda a local celeb. At her shop Attelier, you’ll find fabulous designs and vibrant colors inspired by the history and lifestyle of The Palm Beaches.

Born in St. Croix, Virgin Islands, baker Jamal Lake learned his trade at Florida Culinary Institute. He then opened Ganache Bakery and Café, where his amazing team creates cakes for any occasion, as well as daily fresh creations. Jamal also appeared on Guy’s Grocery Games on the Food Network and even emerged victorious over the stiff competition!

FRAGRANCE MAKER Camille Swanson The Wild Lily, West Palm Beach

Though she earned degrees in urban planning and environmental studies, Camille soon turned to nutrition therapy and focused on holistic healing. Her goal of restoring physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness to those around her motivated her (and her furry friend Lilah) to create products that aren’t just good for the soul, but for the earth as well.

SHOP OWNER Will Davis

Day By Day Shoppe, Northwood Village, West Palm Beach

Will Davis’ storefront in the heart of hip and artsy Northwood Village provides shoppers with curated gifts, home furnishings, jewelry, and other items they won’t find anywhere else. And as the president of the Northwood Village Merchants Association, he helps ensure other local business owners have a voice in their community.

BOOKSELLER Pranoo Kumar

Rohi’s Readery, West Palm Beach

Pranoo Kumar started Rohi’s Readery, named after her daughter and grandmother, as a sacred space for those in her community to not only find a sense of belonging, but also something new (and empowering) to read.

Pranoo was educated in medicine but found her calling in education and activism, and these passions flourish together at her unique bookstore where everyone is welcome.