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Lavanda i Ružmarin Vis

Discover Lavanda i Ružmarin, a traditional leather workshop in Vis Town where Bruno has been handcrafting belts, bags, wallets and custom leather goods since 1996 using premium Italian leather.

Lavanda i Ružmarin – Handmade Leather Craft in the Heart of Vis

Hidden among the narrow stone streets of Vis Town is one of the island’s most authentic little workshops. Behind its modest entrance you’ll find Lavanda i Ružmarin, where leather craftsman Bruno has been making handmade leather goods for almost thirty years.

This is not a souvenir shop filled with factory-made products. Every belt, wallet, bag and leather accessory is carefully handcrafted using traditional techniques, creating pieces designed to last for years rather than seasons.

From Zagreb to the Adriatic

In 1991, Bruno and his wife moved to the island of Hvar. Although Croatia was going through difficult times, they quickly fell in love with the slower rhythm of island life and the close-knit communities of the Adriatic islands.

Five years later, in 1996, Bruno travelled to Vis with a friend who worked as a sailmaker. Together they bought and restored an old stone house and shared a workshop. After two years the sailmaker moved on, but Bruno and his wife decided to stay. His wife also has family roots on Vis, making the island the perfect place to build a new home.

Nearly three decades later, Bruno is still welcoming visitors into the same workshop.

Why Visit

✔ Authentic local craftsmanship

✔ Handmade leather goods

✔ Traditional workshop

✔ Meet the craftsman

✔ Quality Italian leather

✔ Unique gifts from Vis

Handmade the Traditional Way

Every item at Lavanda i Ružmarin is made with patience, precision and respect for traditional craftsmanship. Bruno works mainly with premium Italian leather, widely regarded as some of the finest in the world, while also selecting speciality hides from South America for certain projects.

His collection includes:

Handmade belts
Leather wallets
Bags and handbags
Small leather accessories
Custom-made pieces

Because every item is individually crafted, no two pieces are exactly alike.

More Than a Souvenir

Many visitors come looking for a unique gift, but leave with something far more personal. Buying directly from the person who designed and made the product creates a connection that simply cannot be found in larger stores.

Lavanda i Ružmarin represents something increasingly rare—a traditional workshop where craftsmanship, quality and personality are valued above mass production. It is the kind of place visitors often discover by chance, yet remember long after returning home.

Visit Lavanda i Ružmarin

If you enjoy discovering authentic local crafts and meeting the people behind them, Lavanda i Ružmarin is well worth a visit during your stay in Vis Town.

Take a moment to step inside, browse the handmade collection and chat with Bruno about leather, craftsmanship and the island he has called home since 1996.