Meet Chelsie of Chelsie Belles

Chelsie of Chelsie Belles is from Sioux Falls, SD. She's a professional model and graphic design student. She's extremely talented and makes really cute clothing and accessories from used/vintage items.

Tell us a little about yourself.

My name is Chelsie. I am a graphic design student at SDSU and love anything arty. I love to sew and make unique clothing and jewelry. I am constantly coming up with new ideas and working on unique projects.

When did you first start crafting?

I have always "crafted". I have been sewing and making jewelry since I was a little girl.

Please describe your work in detail. What's your favorite type of crafting/design?

My favorite type of crafting is fashion design. I enjoy making designs from vintage clothing or fabric. I have this deep love for vintage that I have been told results from being born in the wrong decade :). I really enjoy taking things apart and turning them into something else completely.

How has your work evolved from your earlier work?

I always work quite a bit with denim but recently I have been working with other fabrics.

Where do you get your inspiration?

I get my inspiration from the fabric that I use and the medium that I am reusing. I see the piece and suddenly I know what it needs to be.

Where are your products sold (online/stores)?

I sell my products online in my Etsy shop. Visitors will be redirected to my shop from the address www.chelsiebelles.com.

What advice can you give other crafters/designers when selling their items?

Don't under-price your items. Your time is valuable so is the time of your fellow crafters! When people buy handmade they get a level of quality and personal touch that can't be purchased at a large chain store. Let's help everyone get what they deserve.

Describe yourself in three words:

Fun, Funky, Weird

Is there is anything else you'd like to share with us?

I take custom orders!

You can find Chelsie of Chelsie Belles online at the following places:

Chelsie Belles on Etsy
Facebook
Twitter
Hyena Cart
Art Fire
Zibbet
Bizrate
Dawanda
Bonanza

This interview was contributed by Heather of Texas Vintage Things

ChelsieBelles

Shop Name: Chelsie Belles

Owner: Chelsie

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Etsy Link: http://www.chelsiebelles.etsy.com/

Chelsie's store is simply amazing. You will find one of a kind trendy, girly, unique, fun or funky items. All her designs are custom made from quality vintage clothing and materials that have been rescued from friends, vintage shops, thrift stores, and garage sales. These items have been up-cycled and turned into a works of WEARABLE ART!

Chelsie has been sewing as long as she can remember. She explains, "As a child I remember cutting out quilting blocks and sitting at my grandmothers treadle machine. It has been a hobby and a love of mine for quite a while."

Chelsie is a professional model *fan page here* who works for LX Magazine. She created her clothing line after having created her own fashions, and having so many people ask how or where they could purchase them. She explains, "I like to wear unique pieces that no one else has. As a model I could had a hard time finding clothing for photo shoots that was quite "out there" enough at a decent price or it wasn't exactly what I wanted. As a pageant competitor it was difficult to find a swimsuit that was as pretty as I wanted it to be. "

Her shop is full of great creations, from swimwear to jacket, bell bottom pants, to jewelry. Be sure to check it out, you never know what you will find here.

Link to LX Magazine is HERE.



Visit Chelsie's shop HERE.