Creative Experiences That Bring Communities Together

Workshops • Makerspace Programs • Community Art • Digital Storytelling

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Hello, I’m Selicia.

I create meaningful experiences through makerspace programming, workshops, community art projects, photography, videography, and creative collaboration.

For more than a decade, I’ve worked with libraries, nonprofits, small businesses, families, and fellow creatives to design welcoming opportunities for people to learn new skills, explore their creativity, share their stories, and connect with others.

Whether I’m developing a hands-on program, documenting a meaningful moment, or helping bring a creative vision to life, my goal is to inspire curiosity, nurture creativity, and build connection through creative experiences.

Ways we can work together

Featured Programs

Feltosaur Handsewing Kit – Free Digital Download
$0.00

Download this simple printable for use at your library or classroom. This free digital download includes pre-designed felt shapes that children (or adults!) can cut out and sew to make their own stuffed felt dinosaur.

Perfect for:

  • Library makerspaces and storytime programs

  • Classroom craft projects

  • STEAM and literacy activities

  • Developing fine motor skills and creativity

What’s included:

  • Printable felt templates for dinosaurs to cut by hand, Cricut/Silhouette or by laser cutter.

  • Ideas for cutting, assembling, and accessorizing

No sewing machine? No problem! This kit is designed for easy handsewing, making it perfect for learners of all ages.

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Intro to Embroidery

Learn foundational embroidery stitches while creating a small take-home project. Perfect for beginners with no prior experience.

Best for: Teens & Adults

Format: 60–120 minutes

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Professional Headshots

Professional headshots and portraits for patrons, community members, or special events.

Best for: Organizations & Events

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Beginner Digital Design

Learn basic design principles and create artwork suitable for embroidery, vinyl cutting, or other maker technologies.

Best for: Teens & Adults

Format: 90–120 minutes

  • "We were so happy to have Selicia for the Professional Headshots Pop-Up last fall. She was professional and punctual. She brought all the equipment she needed, and she was self-sufficient, managing all the technology with confidence. People were comfortable having their photos taken because Selicia was friendly and accommodating."

    — Raluca B, Algonquin Area Public Library

  • "Selicia helped our family by editing raw video footage captured by a different videographer into a complete end-to-end video of the whole evening. She listened carefully to me and The end project was beautiful, including extra graphic titles and beginning and ending music that made the whole piece lovely to watch. Plus, Selicia delivered according to the schedule she laid out at the beginning of the project. I would work with her again in a heartbeat."

    — Lori M, Video Editing Project

  • "Patches are so adorable and my kid loves the custom non-binary rainbow design! Thank you so very much!! Can’t wait to spiff up our backpacks with these cute patches! Seller has wonderful communication and very responsive! Thanks again!!💜🌈🦙"

    — Miranda, Custom Patches

  • "Selicia has gone above and beyond being helpful and informative with all my questions and different projects. She’s very calm and communicates well she goes above and beyond to make sure you leave happy and with a lot of information."

    — Palatine Public Library Patron

  • "As library staff working in a makerspace, I'd been looking for fun ideas for sewing classes geared toward kids, and I came across the feltosaur handsewing kit. It was so easy to download! I appreciate that the kit came with different options for patterns so that you can use tools like the Cricut or a sewing machine to prepare materials and make the project. The kit also includes helpful links to stitching tutorials, as well as suggestions on how to ensure that students get the most out of their experience during the class. Thanks so much for putting together a fun and useful kit! I'm happy to recommend Selicia's products and services to others, as she is great about anticipating needs and providing lots of options for teachers and learners."

    Maia L - Indian Trails Library

  • "It was a quick and fast delivery! Everything came out much better than I wanted. The whole process from the beginning to the end she really paid attention to my needs for our aprons. I ordered twice already and would recommend others for sure."

    — Julie, Egg Tuck of Schaumburg

  • "Selicia has helped us create many graphic flyers, posters and mailers for American Legion events. For our Pasta Night fundraiser, she created all the promotional material including posters, flyers and media posts. Each creation delivered the professional Wow-factor with exceptional attention to detail. Thank you Selicia!!"

    — Ed Behrens, American Legion Post 690

Check out my Store

Personalized Pet Memorial Plaque
$25.00

When I lost my sweet boy, I found a lot of healing by creating a wood plaque for him and wanted to share that for others navigating pet loss.

This is a 10 inch by 7 inch etched wood sign. The name is raised and painted and the whole thing is sealed after being put together. On the left, the photo mounting is designed to be interchangeable so you can swap out to new photos whenever you like.

Each item is personalized and made to order so some product details and sizes may vary slightly due to differing cuts of wood and handmade elements. Please reach out for any further information or questions about further customization.

Magical Girl Support Group Hoodie
from $30.50
Keeping all the magical girl lovers warm with this new hoodie design.

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Growing Sprout Embroidered Bib
$12.00

Let your little one bloom in style with the 'Growing Sprout' baby bib! Featuring a charming floral spring design, this adorable bib is perfect for tiny sprouts ready to grow big and strong. Soft, absorbent, and oh-so-cute—it's a must-have for messy mealtimes and sweet springtime moments.

I source my bibs as sustainably as possible, so the bib style might change, but the stitched design is the same. If you require special measurements please let me know.

Never Better Embroidered Pullover
from $30.00

This pullover is designed with an embroidered skeleton halfway lounging in a coffin doing a thumbs up saying “Never Better” because I really needed a design that properly captured how I've been feeling about 2025 so far. I also wanted the design to have some levity to it because I hope everyone else can embrace moments of joy and never stop getting a good giggle in during trying times.