Author: Istra
2021 Caribbean-Made Holiday Gift Guide
Christmas is just over a week away and while it may not look the same as it did two years ago, we can certainly be grateful for life. Also, if you’re looking for gift options for friends and family, I put together a list of […]
Collab with Baydian Girl: Online Tools To Enhance Your Productivity
As a Caribbean entrepreneur and business owner, it can be difficult finding the right and affordable resources to help with productivity. There is an enormous amount of online tools available. Some are free, but many come at a cost, which by the time we convert […]
How To Build A Website Without Code
This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase a product from Bluehost by clicking the links, I will receive compensation. However, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. I have been creating content on Islepreneur since 2015. If you are new here, Islepreneur is […]
Take Your Business Online
It is no longer business as usual. #Covid19 has literally turned the world upside down. Within a matter of weeks, borders have been shut and social distancing has been encouraged. This has taught and still teaching us, particularly Caribbean business owners a lesson – the […]
10 Phone Photography Tips For Bloggers
I’ve been blogging since 2015 and one thing I’m happy I did not do is wait till I had it all together to start. Before I got my Sony mirror less camera and had access to a DSLR, I used my phone to take pics […]
Caribbean Jewelry To Look Out for In 2020
I love accessories, especially a statement piece and Grenadian jewelry designer Tambran by Tamara has proven that we can step outside the box with accessories and still create a bold, sophisticated, elegant look wearing Caribbean-made jewelry. Earrings and bracelets are usually my preferred accessories. I […]
5 Non-Traditional Ways To Decorate Your Space For Christmas From Local Entrepreneurs
Handmade Soy Candles It may come as a surprise, but not everyone is into traditional Christmas decorations. For those of you who are not, scented candles are a great way to add some sparkle to a room while also keeping it smelling great! Find locally […]
The Wrap Chic Satin Hair Bonnet & Head Wraps
Listen. Your natural hair is not properly thriving until you get yourself a satin hair bonnet! I’ve been using these satin hair bonnets by @thewrapchic_ for over a month and my hair is really holding in that moisture. A few weeks ago I was about […]
Ms. Elsa Handcrafted Straw Bags and Hats
Some time last year I visited Grand Anse Craft Market on Grand Anse Beach just to see what I could find. Really, I was in search of those handcrafted coconut/calabash bags. You know those little round bags we used to see all over the place […]
Because Life Is An Event – Eventful by Mekalia
This month’s entrepreneur feature is such an inspiration to me and from the title, I think you have an idea of what to look forward to. Mekalia Croney is a creative, event planner and many other things. I’ve know her since primary school and I […]
PurElegance Designs
Samantha Francis-LaTouche has been making a name for herself with her handcrafted accessory line. I’ve known her since college (a long time ago), but only discovered her business about two years ago. I was absolutely impressed with her work and was immediately drawn to one […]