Collection: Meet the Maker - Catherine

I’m Catherine, a Bahamian maker with salt in my veins and a deep love for the stories scents can tell. What began as a quiet hobby crafting small batch candles in my Nassau kitchen soon grew into something deeper: a passion for the art of apothecary and the power of fragrance to connect us to memory, place, and purpose.

Here in The Bahamas, scent is everywhere, from the ocean breeze washing over the shoreline to the sweet fragrance of frangipani blooming under the sun. It’s this natural beauty, along with the resilient spirit of our islands, that inspires every product I create.

But there’s another love woven into my story: the love for our island’s unofficial mascot, the Potcake dog. These scrappy, big-hearted strays roam our beaches and neighborhoods, embodying the same resilience and warmth that define Bahamian culture. That’s why Potcake Designs isn’t just a brand, it’s a tribute to the dogs that have shaped my heart and a commitment to giving back to the community that raised me.

Today, my vision lives on in The Lab, a creative space where I blend island-inspired scents with intentional design. From coconut-and-sea-salt candles to mango-scented balms, each product is crafted to carry the spirit of The Bahamas with you, wherever you are. And with every purchase, you’re supporting local Potcake rescue efforts, helping us care for the dogs that give so much love, asking for so little in return.

Thank you for supporting handmade, for celebrating Bahamian creativity, and for helping us build a brighter future one candle, one product, one Potcake at a time.