Chelsie Tamms, founder of Lettering Works, LLC, is a shining example of creativity, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. As we honor Women’s History Month contributions, we’re thrilled to spotlight Chelsie’s journey and her role in inspiring artists and small business owners everywhere.
From Passion to Profession
Chelsie’s love for art started young, evolving into a passion for graphic design in high school. By the time she graduated from Bradley University with degrees in Graphic Design, Spanish, and Marketing, Chelsie had already planted the seeds of her business. With the help of startup funding during her senior year, she was able to bypass traditional corporate roles and dive straight into entrepreneurship. Since 2016, Lettering Works has been her full-time venture.
The Inspiration Behind the Work
Chelsie draws deeply from her global travels and cultural experiences to craft designs that reflect community and connection. Her unique ability to capture the essence of the audiences she serves sets her work apart. Chelsie’s stickers often evoke the spirit of Chicago—her beloved city—and celebrate its iconic food, landmarks, and culture, like her fan-favorite deep-dish pizza and hot dog stickers.
How Stickers Fit into Lettering Works’ Vision
For Chelsie, stickers are more than just a product; they’re a way to connect, market, and inspire. Stickers are integral to Lettering Works’ custom merchandise branch, where Chelsie creates collections for museums, non-profits, and businesses like The Field Museum and Atlanta Botanical Garden. They’re versatile tools for branding, client gifts, and audience engagement, proving that art can be both beautiful and practical.
Designing Joy: The Creative Process
Chelsie’s design process begins with traditional sketches, moves to digital refinement on her iPad, and culminates with precision in Adobe Illustrator. She values partnerships like StickerGiant to transform her digital designs into vibrant, tangible works of art. StickerGiant played a crucial role in enabling Chelsie to meet retail requirements for barcoded stickers, making her products airport-ready and effortlessly professional.
Connecting Through Creativity
Custom Stickers allow Chelsie to make lasting connections. Whether used as conversation starters at networking events or as promotional items, her designs exude joy and leave an unforgettable impression. Chelsie’s stickers double as business cards that people are genuinely excited to keep and share.
Looking Ahead: Empowering Creatives
Chelsie plans to grow Lettering Works by expanding her branding services, introducing new merchandise designs, and supporting fellow artists through her Artist Trade Program. Her goal is to inspire a community of creatives to pursue their passions while making value-driven decisions.
Stickers That Tell Your Story
We’re proud to support artists like Chelsie Tamms who use their creativity to make meaningful connections. Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, or dreamer, we’re here to help you bring your ideas to life with custom stickers, labels, and more.
Ready to create your own story? Explore our range of Custom Stickers and discover how they can help you celebrate your unique vision today!