Thursday, February 12, 2009

Featured Artist CaffeinatedFrenzy


Who are you?

Kelsey, also known as CaffeinatedFrenzy


Where are you located?

I live in a suburb just outside of Cleveland.


What do you create?

I create hand knit accessories, gloves, scarves, hats, pillows, coffee sleeves, steering wheel covers, and more. I like to create knits that people wouldn't have thought of before.

Where do you sell your creations?

I started by selling at a local boutique, then moved on to Etsy. Now I sell on Etsy, Artfire and 1000Markets.


Where do you create?

My bedroom is my studio. More than often it has more yarn than anything else. :)


What inspires you?

The yarn itself inspires me. The color, the texture, I think the yarn sort of figures out what it wants to become itself.


What are your goals?

I would like to continue CaffeinatedFrenzy as a side job. I think keeping the business small will keep the personal, handmade charm of my shop.


Are you able to support yourself with your creations?

It certainly helps! But right now I have two part time jobs as well. What do you friends and family think of your creations? They're very supportive. One of my friends just bought a scarf from me!


What do you do when you are not creating?

I cook, I dance, and I drink too much coffee.


Is there anything else you would like to share with us?

My favorite orders are custom ones. I encourage buyers to not shy away from special requests! I love to create one of a kind things that reflect the people my customers are.


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