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Bella B Décor
Overland Park This south Overland Park store has your painting needs and ideas covered with tons of inspiration in stock. VKC: How long have you been into vintage? Their unique style speaks through their space and really adds a nice touch to our store.
Lynn: Since I was a child. I didn’t know it at the time, but my frequent visits to estate sales and auctions with my grandmother would become a lifelong interest of mine. My aunt, Madeline, was the true “crafty” member of our family. She could make something beautiful out of various vintage pieces. She would always help me with my County Fair projects and I would always walk away with a blue ribbon! If only she were here today, she would make the perfect business partner. VKC: What got you started? Lynn: As the owner and operator of a custom framing and home décor business, I had been working with several different brands of paints, developing different finishes for my frames. I realized that not only did I need a versatile product, but one that was fast as well. In June of 2011 I discovered Chalk Paint decorative paint by Annie Sloan and the rest is history as they say. When I discovered I could apply it to almost any surface, I expanded way beyond frames. I have also recently added Miss Mustard Seed’s Milk Paint to my product line. This paint also has very unique properties, which make it great for repurposing old pieces. VKC: What advice do you have for new business owners? Lynn: Be passionate about your business, treat others with respect, and always let your customers know how much you appreciate them. VKC: What are your favorite pieces to buy? Lynn: French-inspired pieces. VKC: How do you select vendors for your store? Lynn: We appreciate vendors who add to the character of our store.
VKC: How would you describe the style of the items in your store? Lynn: A sophisticated boutique with a little bit of everything from French Country to Shabby Chic to Rough Luxe to French Chateau. VKC: Describe your favorite pieces in your own home, the ones you couldn’t bear to sell. Lynn: My grandmother’s secretary and her dining room table. I also have a library table that I purchased from the Ursuline Sisters in Paola many years ago that ranks in my top five list. VKC: What is your business philosophy? Lynn: Follow your passion. If you love what you do it never feels like work. VKC: What experience do you want customers to have in your store? Lynn: An enjoyable creative experience that inspires them. We enjoy helping them create unique spaces for their home. We love to see the creative side of people shine through during our paint workshops. VKC: Why do you continue to do what you do? Lynn: I absolutely love what I do and enjoy the continuous creative challenges. VKC: What else do you want people to know about your store? Lynn: We offer a variety of workshops, in-home design consultations, variety of paint products, new and used furniture and home décor pieces.
VintageKC / Winter 2013 45
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