Who’s behind
Made By You?
Meet Cindy Koza | Founder & CEO of Made By You
Some of Cindy’s most treasured childhood memories weren’t made on a screen or during a big adventure. They were made around a table, crafting with her mom. Those simple moments of creativity, laughter, and connection stayed with her—and inspired a dream of giving her own children, and other families, that same experience.
That dream became Made By You—a place where creativity brings people together, screens take a backseat, and everyday moments become lifelong memories.
An entrepreneur with a passion for building and scaling businesses, Cindy earned her degree in Philosophy from the University of Oregon, where she also taught glass fusion. Now, she’s combining her business experience with something close to her heart: creating a community where everyone can create art and memories
Sadielee Crume | Studio Manager
Hello! My name is Sadielee, and I’m the manager here at Made By You. I’m an artist at heart, a lifelong learner, and someone who finds endless inspiration in the world around me.
My artistic journey began in 2015 when I attended Lane Community College and earned my degree in Graphic Design. While I loved the creative process, I soon discovered that I wanted to explore art in a more hands-on, tactile way. That realization led me to Portland State University, where I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and continued to explore the many ways art can bring ideas, materials, and imagination to life.
I love getting my hands dirty, experimenting with unconventional materials, and finding inspiration in nature. Some of my favorite mediums include sculpture made from found objects, mask-making, watercolor, and black-and-white photography. I’m especially drawn to the beauty of imperfections, the stories objects can tell, and the magic that happens when you give yourself permission to experiment and create something unexpected.
I’m incredibly excited to be part of the Made By You team and to contribute to such a wonderful creative community. I believe art is for everyone, regardless of experience or skill level, and I love the idea of creating a space where people can explore their creativity, try something new, and connect with others through art. I can’t wait to meet more of you, make a little mess, and create something wonderful together!
Becca Chapman | Ceramics Instructor
My name is Becca, and I’m the ceramic instructor here at Made By You. I’ve been working with clay on and off for over 40 years, and my love for pottery has remained a constant throughout my life.
My connection to ceramics runs deep. My parents are from England, and I spent part of my life there. I also have Welsh heritage, which connects me to a place with a rich pottery tradition. In many ways, working with clay feels like something that’s in my bones!
I love throwing pieces on the wheel and transforming them into whimsical, functional works of art. One of my favorite parts of teaching is watching someone experience that “aha!” moment when everything clicks, and they create their very first pot. Seeing that excitement and sense of accomplishment brings me so much joy.
Lately, I’ve been obsessed with experimenting with different glaze combinations and discovering all the beautiful surprises that can happen in the kiln. Nature is my biggest source of inspiration. I’m drawn to the vibrant colors of the sky, the beauty of trees and flowers, and the way those colors can come together and splash across my pieces.
For me, pottery is all about creativity, exploration, and finding a little bit of magic in the process. I love helping others discover that magic, too!