Pastry Plug - Daisy

 

I've been so excited to feature today's artist. I first came across her art back in 2019 when I-D did a feature on her work. Daisy is the owner of Pastry Plug Shop, which can best be described as as a food-themed variety art store. They carry a huge array of dessert-inspired stationery, stickers, handcrafted jewelry, accessories, home decor, merch, DIY craft kits, and more. Daisy comes from Guatemalan roots, when asking her about her Latino background this is what she had to say," I’m first generation. My parents are from Guatemala. I’ve recently learned more about my dad’s ancestry and his Chinese lineage! His mom and her family migrated from China to Guatemala, and they fully assimilated into the "chapín" culture."

Inspiration for her work comes from lots of different kawaii influences, including Mezzo-piano, Angel Blue, Bobby Jack, Sanrio, and fake food. Daisy's work is also heavily inspired by her other passion which is baking. "While getting my start in baking, I struggled to find my creative voice. I was always creating someone else’s recipes, and felt that despite the creative process, I lacked my own creativity. It wasn’t until my partner offered to have a “clay-date” together that I discovered my love for sculpting! I started sculpting fruits, pastries, Sanrio fan art, and then began making my own jewelry and hair accessories. Soon after, my friends started commissioning." It was so cool to hear what the inspirations behind Pastry Plug are, as I know Daisy's work has inspired me and so many others! I'm also so obsessed with the idea that she is talented at making both real and fake treats.

Daisy and her partner run the company together, sharing their art by vending at different events and hosting workshops where attendees get to make their own decoden creations. One of their favorite events that they've vended at has been Atlanta Pride. "The interactions with customers and strangers were so wholesome and filled my heart with joy. We also made some genuine friendships through Pride, and that is truly priceless!" It is my dream to attend one of their workshops irl (fingers crossed they make their way to the west coast soon). I was so curious to hear what the experience of having a business centered around your own art was like, "It's so cool to create something for myself that ends up resonating with strangers online! I love to share my baking knowledge through workshops and teach people cake decorating!  It’s also a blessing to chase my dreams alongside my partner. Putting your artwork out into the world can feel scary and vulnerable, but having friends and supporters spark up with excitement and inspiration through this artwork is a wonderful feeling and keeps me going. Sometimes, creating artwork feels meaningless and bleak in the state of the world and politics, but inspiring others through this art allows me to feel productive and gives me a sense of purpose." I can personally confirm that Pastry Plug art sparks excitement for me and it's always a delight seeing it come across my feed. 

My favorite thing about Daisy's work is how insanely detailed it is. She has posted process videos on social media before, and I was in awe of how she creates all her fake fruit by hand and manages to capture the texture so well. When asking if she had any upcoming projects in the future, she mentioned that there is a Youtube Channel in the works..."We are working on starting a Youtube Channel! I am uncomfortable in front of the camera, so it’s more about getting over that discomfort and sharing my process despite those feelings! I’d like to create the type of cozy craft content that I enjoy watching while I work, and I hope that it can bring happiness to others!" I'm super hyped to see more of her creative process and I just know it is gonna end up being my new favorite Youtube channel when it launches. Make sure to follow and keep up with all things Pastry Plug here.