Artists ~ Sandra Berardi Levinson ~ Warwick

Artist’s name: Sandra Berardi Levinson
Etsy shop name: Sassy Classy Clay


1. Tell us about your work
I start with polymer clay and make designs in the form of canes, then I cut slices and roll out my designs to fit my piece that I encorporate with the clay then they have to be baked, put together, then have a finish coat.

2. Is there a story behind the name of your business?
Yes, there is a story. I had a bridal shop in East Greenwich until I retired that was called Sassy & Classy.

3. How did you come to be a professional artist/crafter/designer?
I was a dressmaker and I did a lot of design work, but with bringing up a family, I was never able to get into designing the way I wanted to.

4. Where do you draw your inspiration?
Mostly in my head.

5. What’s your favorite item to create?
Lately I am enjoying filling sterling silver rings. And they seem to be one of my best sellers at the moment.

6. How long have you been in Rhode Island?
I have lived in RI for seventy five years.

Now I spend the winters in Florida but I still own a home in RI.

7. What do you {heart} about Rhode Island?
It is where my family is.

8. 10. Any advice for new/wannabe makers?
If you have a dream go for it.