Artists' Showcase: Banzai Chicks

Meet Sandra Chango-Adair the mastermind behind the Banzai Chicks...........

 Kawaii African American Girl Glass Ring

Kawaii Madison the Hispanic Girl Chibi Glass Ring

Cartoon Chibi School Girl Glass Ring - Red Pig Tail

Sweet Cartoon Girls Hearts Charm Bracelet - Vintage Style Brass Heart Chain

Cute Cartoon Character Bottlecap Magnets

Kawaii Panda Double-Sided Globe Glass Pendant

Banzai Chicks Organic Lip Balm

Sandra makes a sweet assortment of handmade goods featuring her cute characters like necklaces, rings, magnets, t-shirts and more.

- What is your name?  My name is Sandra Chang-Adair.

- Where are you from?  I am originally from Los Angeles, but I recently moved to Las Vegas.
- What do you make?   I am the creator of Banzai Chicks, a brand geared towards girls and women. Banzai Chicks is a group of martial arts girls that fight lethargy and apathy while inspiring girls to pursue their ambitions in life. I make handmade jewelry, magnets and t-shirts with my artwork. I sell them through my Etsy store and at comic book conventions. I am a graphic designer, illustrator and martial artist. I do everything myself, from the artwork to the jewelry (except I got the t-shirts silk-screened professionally), I also designed and coded the Banzai Chicks website. My best selling items are my interchangeable magnetic rings and necklaces. I make swappable glass lids so you can change out the art.
- How long have you been making it?  I first launched Banzai Chicks in 2010 at the San Diego Comic-con and had a great response.
- What inspires you?  What inspired me initially was Tokidoki. The artwork was so cute, but the merchandise was too expensive, so I thought I should make my own. I love kung fu and I currently study at Shaolin Kung Fu Chan in Las Vegas, a school run by a 32nd Generation Shaolin monk. I have been studying martial arts since 1993 and have a 2nd degree black belt in Budoshin Ju Jitsu, a first degree black sash in Northern Eagle Claw, and certifications from Beijing Tai-Chi and Kung Fu Academy (in LA) in Traditional Kung Fu and Kung Fu Weapons. I love the fact that women can achieve whatever they set out to do in life, given the right direction and moral support. Banzai Chicks is a culmination of my love of art, kung fu and graphic design.
- What is your website address/contact info?
Website:  http://www.banzaichicks.com
Etsy:  http://www.etsy.com/shop/banzaichicks

Email:  sandra@banzaichicks.com