Artist John Frechette began working with glass as part of an introductory fused glass class and quickly found a passion for working with the material and discovering its transformative qualities when heated. What started as one class has know grown into a full line of handmade glass accessories. Frechette launched Strapped Belts® in 2008 as a result of life's twists and turns. After his employer went bankrupt, he was "strapped". Strapped for cash and strapped for a job.
First making glass belt buckles Frechette has grown the line to include handmade earrings, cufflinks, necklaces, pendants and rings! His work with simple colors and graphic designs have separated Strappedbelts from many glass artists, and has propelled him into stores nationwide. Now found in over 30 retail stores across the United States and Canada Strapped can be spotted almost anywhere!
Strapped's wearable art has been seen on Thrillist.com, Dapper.com, Luxist.com and many other well known blogs. Most recently Strapped Cufflinks were featured in the "Priceless Papa" section of Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine's December 2009 Christmas Gift Guide, and On Channel 5 News...see press page for more info!
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