Born And Bred

It's been 2 weeks since I got the news so apologies for only sharing now but me and Adeline are super excited that I have made the NI Top 40 under 40 2019 list.
Huge thanks to all my amazing Souk family and customers for supporting me and massive shout out to my fav grown up @conor.devine ❤ for the nomination. Can't wait until the event next month.
... If you feel like sharing even more love ❤ please go to the link below and give my name a tick for the Peoples Choice Award. https://www.businessfirstonline.co.uk/nor thern-ireland-40u…/ 🎉
#ni40under40 #awards #northernireland #business #bosslady #support #love #family
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Happy Easter 🌞 Studio Souk will be closed today and tomorrow. I am in Born and Bred today at @belfastcityairport making sure everyone has their N.Irish essentials before going on holiday. Tomorrow however will be spent with these 2 munchkins and @conor.devine ❤ for a much needed day off.
#easter #holidays #family #love #dayoffwork #life

Everyone meet Willow ❤ our newest and tiniest member of the Souk Family. She will be hanging out with our resident sculptor @elainedenisetaylor on our 1st floor. Pia and Darcy, our 2 #frenchbulldog will of course still be on our top floor.
#3floorsoftalent #dogfriendly @dogfriendlyni #family #coworkersbelike #dogsofinstagram #wearefamily

Position – Part Time Retail Assistant Hours – 25 hours per week, 05.30hrs – 10.30hrs or 3.30hrs – 8.30hrs Monday – Sunday Hourly rate - £8.50 per hour Location – George Best Belfast City Airport Closing Date – Monday 22nd April 2018... Do you have a friendly personality, love working with people and have a passion for locally made products? Do you want to be part of an organisation that was voted ‘Top Choice for Arts and Crafts shopping in Belfast’ by Lonely Planet and ‘Top 5 places to shop in Belfast’ by The New York Times? Then we may have a role for you! Northern Ireland is on the world stage for film and television, music, sport and now tourism. We are a talented country filled with creative minds and innovative products – our skills go beyond a packet of Tayto crisps! Our brand has become synonymous with local talent, forward thinking and alternative consumerism and proof that thinking outside the box doesn't compromise quality or professionalism. Studio Souk is more than just a shop; it is a community, a brand, a voice, and a lifestyle. The Role We have an exciting opportunity for a retail assistant to come join our team as we expand our brand! Working in the airport gives you the opportunity to meet new & exciting people every day! Is this your first step on the ladder to a new career or a change of career? Our team can train everything you need to succeed in your role, all you need is to bring a great work ethic! Join our family and make a great start to your future. About you Experience within a similar environment preferred but not essential Self-motivated and team focused Have a flexible and positive approach to work. Friendly and helpful with customers Maintain stock levels and manage stock deliveries. Be eligible to work in the UK. Pass a Criminal Reference Check. Application Process Please email cvs to Linzi@studiosouk.com.
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This time 2 years ago I was a day out of my 1st surgery. I had no boobs, 4 drains coming out of my chest, I looked white as a ghost and behind the laughter I was hiding a lot of pain...
But as I reflect on that time this evening, I know that I have done all that I can so that my 2 little girls hopefully won't have to go through what me and brother did losing our mum 18 years ago to #breastcancer
Photo credit to my bestie @clairep861 ❤ for capturing this shot in the hospita...l 🙈
#breastcancerawareness #bethechange #beproactive #boobs #healthylifestyle
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Happy Mothers Day to all us Mumpreneurs! May your glasses be constantly refilled with Prosecco today 😀

Shamrock hairbands, walks up mountains and pints of Guiness. Happy St Patrick's day everyone.
#stpatricksday #ireland🍀 #kilbroney #shamrock

Lets #takeontheworld 🌍
#internationalwomensday #bornandbred #ireland🍀... #raisestrongwomen @ Studio Souk
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The question is...can you fill Rebeccas shoes?
This time next week this talented girl will be leaving us to focus full time on her real passion, her own creative business @rubina_press
She has been an amazingly patient PA to me, retail assistant, stock organiser, cleaner, box builder, graphic designer, photographer to name a few, but the most important thing she has been is a support to all the Souk Family. Words can't describe how much she will be missed!
... But as Rebecca moves on, it's an opportunity for someone else to step in...
It's full time, it's full on but it's loads of fun! Can't wait to hear from you all.
Email cvs to linzi@studiosouk.com.
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Our kind of #valentinesday card ❤
#boldbunny #valentinesday #love #90smusic #mixedtape #90sparty #shopsmall #shoplocal

Meaningful words from #vangogh. Beautifully crafted by @onceuponadandelion ❤
Now online www.wearebornandbred.com
... #love #allyouneedislove #supporteachother #bekind #artistoninstagram #art
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My plan for January was to take some time away to unwind and as always #donegal never disappoints. Two days were spent reading, relaxing, walking in the wildnerness, yoga, improving my fire building skills lol and consuming a bottle or two of wine with a few hours of #ironman training thrown in too. This little cabin is the perfect hideaway to truly appreciate the beautiful #irish landcape. Can't wait to go back already...
#unwind #escape #ireland🍀 #getaway #ironman #cabin #ironmancork2019 #landscapes #instadonegal @ Fintown, Donegal, Ireland

Me and the lovely Rebecca escaped Studio Souk and Born and Bred for the day to go to Showcase Ireland. Not only is it great to meet new creative businesses from all across our talented island but its also great to catch up with the makers we already stocked....and of course stop for a few pints along the way 🍻 Huge thank you to OutsideIn for keeping our heads warm as we briskly walked to the RDS. Over the next few weeks you will all be seeing some fresh creative products hitting the shelves - super excited 🙌
#supportlocal #shoplocal #talent #ireland #makersgonamake #roadtrip #dublin #irelandtravel #showcaseireland @ Dublin, Ireland

Love our full page in @image.ie magazine. Thank you guys :)
#supportlocal #ireland🍀 #shoplocal #localtalent

Hello 2019 ... we are ready to climb more mountains 🗻
#letskick2018sbutt #makersgonamake #bornandbred #keepcreating

The last present has been bought and the doors are closing for Christmas. Thank you to all our customers who have support us this year. We really do feel the love from all of you and it makes us so happy to know that loads of people across the world have amazing presents to open tomorrow made in our wee country by our talented makers. Merry Christmas everyone! We will be back open on the 28th!!!
... #supportlocal #ourweecountry #northernireland #talent
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Do you want to join our Team?
We are looking for a weekday Part-time sales assistant at our @belfastcityairport store.
Email your cvs to linzi@studiosouk.com.... Closing date is 12pm Monday 17th Dec.
#workinghard #bornandbred #partoftheteam #belfast
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Wouldn't think you were in the centre of Belfast, great place to chill out & get a bite to eat. #lovetoupcycle

What a find! Gorgeous shop with really beautiful hand crafted items.I bought loads of bits including a Wee Onsie print by Anthony Cooley, earrings,baby blanket and bib,and a fab candle holder.Will definitely be back!

What a fantastic place! I had a beautiful sandwich and coffee with excellent service, while I soaked up the wonderful atmosphere of artists and craft people working. I could easily spend a day here.

Went to Studio Souk the other day and its a lovely shop with lovely staff now i'll have to try their hot chocolate with rose syrup so thank u all for making me feel welcome (applause)

Unique and a treasure trove of local talent and delights

This place is better than great....It's da bommmmb!

Something like Studio Souk has been really missing from Belfast for too long! An awesome outlet for independent makers to get their work into the city centre and as a customer a really different shopping experience! :)

Possibly the best sandwich in Belfast with really friendly & helpful staff!!

My first visit today. Lovely local crafts & fab ideas for gifts. One purchase for myself & one birthday gift picked up 4 months in advance � Could spend all day looking around. I will be back for sure.

Lovely staff and great coffee and GF food! Thanks

Lovely place, I had lunch yesterday with my bestie and the food was beautiful

Intrigued by how it looked on the outside......... after being inside 5 minutes, I'd bought a fab coffee table!!! Definitely worth checking out and supporting some amazing local talent

I was lucky to be at the opening a few nights ago! This will certainly be a place my husband and I will be kitting our new house out from!! Love everything I saw! Love that I t's local and im in total amazement at the talent!! Can't wait to go back! Well done guys!

I think the shop is great. It has all painting,pictures and many more things you can think of too do with art.



They have two shops now to keep them on the going plue call in for a cup of tea and a bun�

I haven’t actually visited the studio myself but purchased a picture for my partners 40th and the Studio were fantastic at communicating via messenger and shipped my order for me. It’s is a beautiful Chantalle Coombes painting and my partner loved it. Service above and beyond xx

I could have bought everything... Love it! And the coffee was fantastic too :-)

I Love Being Part Of The Creative Team At StudioSouk <3 It's A Fantastic Organisation For The Creatives Of NI :)

Greatest range of unique gifts. Truly something for everyone, even for an internet addict like me! Products are new exciting and worth a trip to town for alone! Wish they did gift cards!

Great place to find unique things by local crafts people. Highly recommend to visit. :)

Great place that's beautifully decorated and has such a homey, welcoming feel. You could easily spend all day browsing the lovingly handcrafted wares while chatting to the sales staff. Great place to visit and shop in.

Favourite shop in Belfast! The staff are so friendly and as much as they care about selling their items, they care about getting to know their customers more!

Fantastic place to find a beautiful gift

Fantastic everyone very helpful great to see something different on tte highstreet thank you

Did the water pistol event and discovered one little gem in Belfast. This place is fabulous if U are looking for that special gift for someone.

Could spend hours just browsing, wonderful city centre shop/studio.

Called in on Saturday to this amazing space, loads of beautiful art and quirky pieces...had little time to shop, so I really look forward to a return visit!

Bright and welcoming store with happy, insightful staff.

A wealth of beautiful inspirational arts and crafts from a very talented collective of artists and artisan makers.

Well worth a visit: first time visitor who will definitely be back :)

Awesomeness in every single space.

Atmosphere great....coffee great....lovely furniture.....like an Aladdins cave.

An amazing space full of talent. If anyone is looking for a unique piece of art or craft, then this is the place. Great café too.

Amazing store with beautiful unique handmade items. Love the vibe of the shop and could happily stay all day. The tasty coffee and delicious cakes today would definitely make you want to stay longer too.

Amazing space full of creativity! A must-visit when in Belfast!

Absolutely love this place. A very welcome addition to Belfast :)

Absolutely fantastic customer service and a beautiful range of unique products! Perfect for picking up gifts!

A wonderful shop, some highly talented people who work there & are really kind. Highly recommended for people who like Art & craft, photography, fashion & more....

A must visit emporium full of curios to delight soul and body.

Unique Crafty Little Gem.



Found by chance looking for tea & scones which were lovely and when I realised the artisan side of the business I was in my element. Would certainly call again.

This place is like a treasure trove - could have bought practically the whole shop. Unique pieces from a diverse range of artists working in eclectic mediums - must see for Belfast trippers!

At last,, the balloons thank you linzi love it and Ben can't wait to call in

Wouldn't think you were in the centre of Belfast, great place to chill out & get a bite to eat. #lovetoupcycle

What a find! Gorgeous shop with really beautiful hand crafted items.I bought loads of bits including a Wee Onsie print by Anthony Cooley, earrings,baby blanket and bib,and a fab candle holder.Will definitely be back!

What a fantastic place! I had a beautiful sandwich and coffee with excellent service, while I soaked up the wonderful atmosphere of artists and craft people working. I could easily spend a day here.

Went to Studio Souk the other day and its a lovely shop with lovely staff now i'll have to try their hot chocolate with rose syrup so thank u all for making me feel welcome (applause)

Unique and a treasure trove of local talent and delights

This place is better than great....It's da bommmmb!

Something like Studio Souk has been really missing from Belfast for too long! An awesome outlet for independent makers to get their work into the city centre and as a customer a really different shopping experience! :)

Possibly the best sandwich in Belfast with really friendly & helpful staff!!

My first visit today. Lovely local crafts & fab ideas for gifts. One purchase for myself & one birthday gift picked up 4 months in advance � Could spend all day looking around. I will be back for sure.

Lovely staff and great coffee and GF food! Thanks

Lovely place, I had lunch yesterday with my bestie and the food was beautiful

Intrigued by how it looked on the outside......... after being inside 5 minutes, I'd bought a fab coffee table!!! Definitely worth checking out and supporting some amazing local talent

I was lucky to be at the opening a few nights ago! This will certainly be a place my husband and I will be kitting our new house out from!! Love everything I saw! Love that I t's local and im in total amazement at the talent!! Can't wait to go back! Well done guys!

I think the shop is great. It has all painting,pictures and many more things you can think of too do with art.



They have two shops now to keep them on the going plue call in for a cup of tea and a bun�

I haven’t actually visited the studio myself but purchased a picture for my partners 40th and the Studio were fantastic at communicating via messenger and shipped my order for me. It’s is a beautiful Chantalle Coombes painting and my partner loved it. Service above and beyond xx

I could have bought everything... Love it! And the coffee was fantastic too :-)

I Love Being Part Of The Creative Team At StudioSouk <3 It's A Fantastic Organisation For The Creatives Of NI :)

Greatest range of unique gifts. Truly something for everyone, even for an internet addict like me! Products are new exciting and worth a trip to town for alone! Wish they did gift cards!

Great place to find unique things by local crafts people. Highly recommend to visit. :)

Great place that's beautifully decorated and has such a homey, welcoming feel. You could easily spend all day browsing the lovingly handcrafted wares while chatting to the sales staff. Great place to visit and shop in.

Favourite shop in Belfast! The staff are so friendly and as much as they care about selling their items, they care about getting to know their customers more!

Fantastic place to find a beautiful gift

Fantastic everyone very helpful great to see something different on tte highstreet thank you

Did the water pistol event and discovered one little gem in Belfast. This place is fabulous if U are looking for that special gift for someone.

Could spend hours just browsing, wonderful city centre shop/studio.

Called in on Saturday to this amazing space, loads of beautiful art and quirky pieces...had little time to shop, so I really look forward to a return visit!

Bright and welcoming store with happy, insightful staff.

A wealth of beautiful inspirational arts and crafts from a very talented collective of artists and artisan makers.

Well worth a visit: first time visitor who will definitely be back :)

Awesomeness in every single space.

Atmosphere great....coffee great....lovely furniture.....like an Aladdins cave.

An amazing space full of talent. If anyone is looking for a unique piece of art or craft, then this is the place. Great café too.

Amazing store with beautiful unique handmade items. Love the vibe of the shop and could happily stay all day. The tasty coffee and delicious cakes today would definitely make you want to stay longer too.

Amazing space full of creativity! A must-visit when in Belfast!

Absolutely love this place. A very welcome addition to Belfast :)

Absolutely fantastic customer service and a beautiful range of unique products! Perfect for picking up gifts!

A wonderful shop, some highly talented people who work there & are really kind. Highly recommended for people who like Art & craft, photography, fashion & more....

A must visit emporium full of curios to delight soul and body.

Unique Crafty Little Gem.



Found by chance looking for tea & scones which were lovely and when I realised the artisan side of the business I was in my element. Would certainly call again.

This place is like a treasure trove - could have bought practically the whole shop. Unique pieces from a diverse range of artists working in eclectic mediums - must see for Belfast trippers!

At last,, the balloons thank you linzi love it and Ben can't wait to call in

Wouldn't think you were in the centre of Belfast, great place to chill out & get a bite to eat. #lovetoupcycle

What a find! Gorgeous shop with really beautiful hand crafted items.I bought loads of bits including a Wee Onsie print by Anthony Cooley, earrings,baby blanket and bib,and a fab candle holder.Will definitely be back!

What a fantastic place! I had a beautiful sandwich and coffee with excellent service, while I soaked up the wonderful atmosphere of artists and craft people working. I could easily spend a day here.

Went to Studio Souk the other day and its a lovely shop with lovely staff now i'll have to try their hot chocolate with rose syrup so thank u all for making me feel welcome (applause)

Unique and a treasure trove of local talent and delights

This place is better than great....It's da bommmmb!

Something like Studio Souk has been really missing from Belfast for too long! An awesome outlet for independent makers to get their work into the city centre and as a customer a really different shopping experience! :)

Possibly the best sandwich in Belfast with really friendly & helpful staff!!

My first visit today. Lovely local crafts & fab ideas for gifts. One purchase for myself & one birthday gift picked up 4 months in advance � Could spend all day looking around. I will be back for sure.

Lovely staff and great coffee and GF food! Thanks

Lovely place, I had lunch yesterday with my bestie and the food was beautiful

Intrigued by how it looked on the outside......... after being inside 5 minutes, I'd bought a fab coffee table!!! Definitely worth checking out and supporting some amazing local talent

I was lucky to be at the opening a few nights ago! This will certainly be a place my husband and I will be kitting our new house out from!! Love everything I saw! Love that I t's local and im in total amazement at the talent!! Can't wait to go back! Well done guys!

I think the shop is great. It has all painting,pictures and many more things you can think of too do with art.



They have two shops now to keep them on the going plue call in for a cup of tea and a bun�

I haven’t actually visited the studio myself but purchased a picture for my partners 40th and the Studio were fantastic at communicating via messenger and shipped my order for me. It’s is a beautiful Chantalle Coombes painting and my partner loved it. Service above and beyond xx

I could have bought everything... Love it! And the coffee was fantastic too :-)

I Love Being Part Of The Creative Team At StudioSouk <3 It's A Fantastic Organisation For The Creatives Of NI :)

Greatest range of unique gifts. Truly something for everyone, even for an internet addict like me! Products are new exciting and worth a trip to town for alone! Wish they did gift cards!

Great place to find unique things by local crafts people. Highly recommend to visit. :)

Great place that's beautifully decorated and has such a homey, welcoming feel. You could easily spend all day browsing the lovingly handcrafted wares while chatting to the sales staff. Great place to visit and shop in.

Favourite shop in Belfast! The staff are so friendly and as much as they care about selling their items, they care about getting to know their customers more!

Fantastic place to find a beautiful gift

Fantastic everyone very helpful great to see something different on tte highstreet thank you

Did the water pistol event and discovered one little gem in Belfast. This place is fabulous if U are looking for that special gift for someone.

Could spend hours just browsing, wonderful city centre shop/studio.

Called in on Saturday to this amazing space, loads of beautiful art and quirky pieces...had little time to shop, so I really look forward to a return visit!

Bright and welcoming store with happy, insightful staff.

A wealth of beautiful inspirational arts and crafts from a very talented collective of artists and artisan makers.

Well worth a visit: first time visitor who will definitely be back :)

Awesomeness in every single space.

Atmosphere great....coffee great....lovely furniture.....like an Aladdins cave.

An amazing space full of talent. If anyone is looking for a unique piece of art or craft, then this is the place. Great café too.

Amazing store with beautiful unique handmade items. Love the vibe of the shop and could happily stay all day. The tasty coffee and delicious cakes today would definitely make you want to stay longer too.

Amazing space full of creativity! A must-visit when in Belfast!

Absolutely love this place. A very welcome addition to Belfast :)

Absolutely fantastic customer service and a beautiful range of unique products! Perfect for picking up gifts!

A wonderful shop, some highly talented people who work there & are really kind. Highly recommended for people who like Art & craft, photography, fashion & more....

A must visit emporium full of curios to delight soul and body.

Unique Crafty Little Gem.



Found by chance looking for tea & scones which were lovely and when I realised the artisan side of the business I was in my element. Would certainly call again.

This place is like a treasure trove - could have bought practically the whole shop. Unique pieces from a diverse range of artists working in eclectic mediums - must see for Belfast trippers!

At last,, the balloons thank you linzi love it and Ben can't wait to call in