About Guppy Artistry Shop
Welcome to the heart of Guppy Artistry Shop. Discover the story behind our hand-crocheted plushies, hats, shawls, and bags, crafted with passion and a touch of whimsy in Wilson, North Carolina. Learn about Calsifer's journey, inspirations, and commitment to bringing unique creations to you.
Calsifer's Story: Crochet from the Heart
Guppy Artistry Shop began with a simple desire: to create and to thrive. Founded by a transgender male crochet artist Calsifer Walker, my journey started while navigating homelessness in 2023 due to being in a domestic violent situation back-to-back and being kicked out. Crochet became more than just a craft; it was therapy physically and mentally after being diagnosed with PTSD and major depression, a means of creation, and a way to give back. I crafted blankets, shawls, and bags in a homeless shelter in Texas, with the dream of helping others and teaching youth group of the shelter how to crochet and want to continue to do so. Now, with the support of my friends, partner, and community here in Wilson North Carolina, I wanted to start building a shop to share my creations and inspire others.
(Photo: logo made by one of my friends you can find and support them as well on instagram.com/virtuso,vt1186)
Crafted with Passion: Dad Jokes, Anime & More
What makes Guppy Artistry unique? With the blend of personal passions woven into every stitch. From the lighthearted fun of dad jokes to the inspiring worlds of anime and video games, I draw inspiration from the things that bring us joy. These influences translate into quirky, unique designs . I embrace the challenge of bringing these inspirations to life, creating items that are not just beautiful, but also full of personality and heart.
(Photo: of my Dunkin inspired dog plushies made as a custom gift for the store)
More Than Just Crochet: A Message of Hope
When you purchase or admire a piece from Guppy Artistry Shop, I hope you experience a feeling of empowerment and inspiration. I want to inspire you that with dedication and self-belief, you can achieve anything you set your mind to. Don't let others define you; be true to yourself and show the world who you are meant and want to be. Your future is yours to shape, and I hope my creations inspire that limitless potential in you as well.
(Photo: Dragonfly granny square throw blanket made during my time in the homeless shelter)
Would you like to learn how to start crocheting?
I want to start steaming soon not only video game play, but also having some crocheting learning class days but also offering to have a quite time to sit chat and see how to make things either just to watch learn or make as well and it dose not haft to be crocheting it can be any form of art or craft making as the stream goes even just to chill or ask questions is fine.
(Photo: dragon fly shawl I learned how to make when I first started crocheting)