Our Story
Connecting San Juan Islands craftsmanship with the people who value it.
Why Salish Sea Crafts?
The San Juan Islands are home to an extraordinary community of artisans: potters, jewelers, woodworkers, painters, weavers, and food crafters. These makers create beautiful, meaningful work inspired by the islands' natural landscapes.
But their work is mainly visible to those who visit the islands in person. Salish Sea Crafts changes that.
We're a marketplace that brings the best of San Juan Islands craftsmanship to buyers everywhere. When you shop here, you're not just getting a beautiful product. You're supporting a real person, on a real island, doing what they love.
What We Believe
Maker-First
The artisans are the heart of everything. We provide the platform.
Rooted in Place
Every product is made on the San Juan Islands. The landscape, culture, and community shape the work.
Community Over Commerce
We exist to support the island creative economy.
Authentic Always
Every product is made by hand. No imports, no mass production.
The San Juan Islands
An archipelago of 172 islands in Washington State's Salish Sea
San Juan Island
Home to Friday Harbor, the only real town in the islands. More working artists per capita than nearly anywhere in Washington, with galleries and studios within walking distance of the ferry.
Orcas Island
The largest island, known as the Gem of the San Juans. Mount Constitution rises 2,400 feet above the water, and over 5,000 acres of Moran State Park surround it with forests, lakes, and trails.
Lopez Island
Known as the Friendly Isle for the local tradition of waving at every passing car. Flat terrain, working farms, and a tight-knit community of artists, farmers, and fishermen centered around Lopez Village.
Shaw Island
The smallest ferry-served island, with a population under 200. No restaurants, no hotels, one general store. Shaw is deliberately quiet, and its residents prefer it that way.
Ready to Explore?
Browse our collection of handcrafted goods or learn about the artisans who make them.