Chandlyr Jackson, Illustrator & Print Maker, Brings Vibrant, Fruity Designs To Your Home

Chandlyr Jackson with Freckled Fuchsia turned to  the craft of traditional printmaking after spending time as a UX/UI designer after graduating from Wentworth Institute of Technology.  She started her business in Providence, Rhode Island, and is now operating her small business out of a small studio in downtown Portland, Maine.Chandlyr is originally from Connecticut and has been in Portland for a couple of years now. She continues to expand her network of craftspeople in the area as she has discovered that community is key here in this great state of Maine. From pillows to tea towels to prints to jewelry, you can find Chandlyr's illustrations on almost anything. Her focus on fruit has piqued many folks' interest. She even used the block print technique to craft my linen table cloth that features my wood grain logo. The craft takes precision and patience as you have to hand cut the design to place it on the material.Chandylr continues to improve on her sustainable practices by utilizing eco-friendly packaging, inks, and materials.  She mentions that it is challenging to find eco-friendly materials in the United States and sometimes has to look outside the country.To learn more about Chandylr and to view her products, please visit her website. Feel free to follow her on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram to get updates on new products and what's going on at the studio.Also, please check out the featured musician of this episode, Spencer Albee. He is a nationally acclaimed singer, songwriter, and producer. Since 1995, he has toured internationally, signed multiple recording and publishing deals, and worked with artists ranging from David Bowie to De La Soul. His song Love's Not Lost was inspired by his tiredness of all the fighting and vitriol. He states, "I feel like we need to show more compassion and want better for each other. " If you enjoyed this Makers of the USA episode, please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Facebook. Please check out Makers of the USA's YouTube channel, Facebook and Instagram. Thank you all and stay safe and healthy.