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When you buy something from an artisan you are buying a hundred hours of experiments and failure, months of frustration and moments of pure joy. You are not buying an object, you are buying a passion, a moment of life of a person.

Going around the island you might observe that many corners, gardens, boats, and houses are really artistic; Kefalonian people were and are in fact truly creative.

Nowadays the handicrafts made on the Island are mainly: paintings, olive tree wood-crafted works of art, recycled copper wire sculptures, dolls, embroideries, lace and needlework, vintage creations of clothing and furnishings and the design and manufacture of jewellery.

  • A Sculptor’s Legacy in Kefalonia that is not to be missed Nestled in the picturesque village of Mazarakata, just 4 km from Argostoli, the capital of Kefalonia, lies the House-Museum of Memas Kalogiratos. This unique …

  • Kefalonia by Anna offers hands-on craft workshops with local artisans in painting, soap making, mosaics, and more. Combine your creative art & craft sessions with exploring Kefalonia’s stunning landscapes, whether for a quick 3-hour escape …

  • “The doll made of humble materials has been for many centuries the favorite, and most often the only toy. Traditionally it was made by the mother or grandmother (a law in my place) or even …

  • IN Gallery, Sami

    by Anna Votsi

    IN Gallery is a fine art shop offering a huge selection of paintings, handicrafts, jewellery and ceramics created or carefully chosen by its charismatic owner, Dana. An accomplished artist herself, Dana makes unique religious iconographies, …

  • Lemon Tree, Assos

    by Anna Votsi

    A lovely shop with unique items from all over Greece!! Lemon Tree has in store for you handmade objects of all kinds, that promote only the best of Greece! Here you will find a selection …

  • Go ‘Down the Rabbit Hole’ and find yourself in a wonderland of art and jewellery. Every piece is unique and even though the shop is tiny, there are so many things to choose from. Items …

  • With a passion for coming up with unique and outside-the-box ideas, while also experimenting with new processes and technique, you’re always in great hands with this creative and talented maker. Located in Sami village, Annikas …