He always had a love for art but when life left him “strapped” for cash John Frechette was forced to change direction and a new passion was born. Strapped Belts is the result; a store built around fused glass belt buckles, earring, cufflinks and other accessories.
Based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Frechette was lucky enough to work with training Olympiads Hailey Duke, Sarah Schleper and Megan McJames. These Team USA Women’s Alpine Skiers were in town getting in some last minute training before their events this week. Strapped Belts hooked up the ladies with great pieces such as belt buckles, rings and earrings. Sticking around for a photo shoot and a tour of the studio the women were excited for the fab gifts
I got the chance to ask Strapped Belts owner/designer a couple questions
What inspires you each day to create something different than the day before?
The craziest things give me ideas. TV, Magazines, and lots come from friends and fans!
What were you feeling working alongside US Olympic Athletes?
It was really great. I have been an athlete all my life (nothing close to the Olympics, but I played Hockey all through college) and it made my heart race to think about the opportunity these women have, and how hard they have worked to earn it and be at the Olympics.
If given the chance what winter sport would you choose to train in for the next winter games.
I have tried with hockey and that didn’t work! I think I would be a snow boarder in the half pipe!
Today is a big day for Women’s Alpine Skiing, it the start Giant Slalom. Lets wish them the best and maybe their Strapped Belts trinkets will work as good luck charms.
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