Suncatchers’ Dream – Sanibel Island, FL

Voted best gift shop on Sanibel as “Best of the Islands” many years in a row, Suncatchers’ Dream is a top notch experience! They are located in the Olde Sanibel Shoppes, next door to the local food favorite, Over Easy Cafe. From the moment you step into this store, you will feel the magic. The owner, Dan Thompson, or one of his superstar sales associates (Judy, Poppy, Karen, Angelika and Beth) will give you a warm Sanibel Island greeting and show you around the carefully curated collections in the store. They feature the works of local and national artists, including one of their very own employees, Angelika, who is a well known photographer on the island. She is also a huge fan of Dune Jewelry!

“As a former vacationer on Sanibel, I remember the emotions of having to leave. If Dune Jewelry were available then, I would have been first in line to buy a piece of paradise! What better way to preserve your treasured memories of beach walks, sunsets and shelling, than to be able to wear a piece of Sanibel all year long.” – Angelika, store associate

Dune Jewelry was added to Suncatchers in 2010 after a lengthy phone conversation between our Dune Sales Rep, Moira and the owner, Dan. They clicked immediately and knew it would be a great partnership! Dan focused on the popular Sandbeads to start, but then quickly decided to carry everything. Over the years, Dan has kept pace with Dune…carrying our entire collection and offering the designs in not only Sanibel sand but also Captiva, North Captiva and a variety of power stones like Turquoise. His customers purchase more Dune at his little shop than is sold anywhere else in the world! Suncatchers Dream has been our #1 Dune Retailer for several years and they continue to grow every year!!

Dan, Suncatchers’ Dream Owner, with Holly & Moira

“When one of my regular Customers saw Dune on the counter for the first time, she burst into tears. When I asked her about the tears, I noticed the custom ring Holly had done for her years ago with her son’s ashes. If you could see the transformation of tears into a smile when she nestled her Sanibel sand piece with her personal piece, you would understand why I love to sell this line.” – Dan, owner

His faithful Dune followers LOVE adding to their collection every year by shopping at his store. And he nearly doubled his business once he brought on a new “Shells from Sanibel” mix which showcases the colorful, local crushed shells. These pieces light up the eyes of the enthusiastic shell seekers on the island!

“The best part about Dune Jewelry are the memories in each piece. When reality hits you hard, just hold on to your Dune ring, earrings, bracelet or necklace and you can be teleported back to the best parts of your vacation!” – Karen, store associate

Suncatchers’ Dream has been in business since 2005. Dan is well known on the island for not only having one of the best “go to” stores for unique gifts but also for his support of other small business on Sanibel. An avid wildlife advocate and all around animal lover, he is never afraid to jump in to help the Sanibel wildlife when they are injured and faithfully supports the Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). Dan is also currently a board member of the Sanibel Captiva chamber of commerce. He has the right personality for bringing people together and making you feel heard. Stop into Suncatchers Dream and chat with Dan next time you are on Sanibel! They are a treasured part of our Dune Retail Family.

“You know when you get to go to your favorite island…and you get to go to your favorite store…and you get a piece of your absolute favorite jewelry. It’s just like that. Sanibel Island. Suncatchers Dream. Dune Jewelry.” – Dan, owner