Monday, September 8, 2014

Dream Chasers: 11 Twenty Eight Designs + Giveaway!

Last month, I introduced a new series called Dream Chasers! It is a series featuring small businesses. Today, I am so excited to bring you 11 Twenty Eight Designs. Mary is an amazing jewelry designer who hails from my state of Ohio!! This girls' gems are phenomenal, high-quality and have a super boho edge. 

You can see how I styled her tassel bracelet below--but then I am going to let her take center stage and tell you all about her beautiful line. 






{Shirt: Joe Fresh} {Jeans: Limited J. Crew Version} {Boots: thrifted Similar}
{Tassel Bracelet: c/o 11 Twenty Eight Designs} {Necklace: Express Love/Identical}
{Sunnies: F21 Similar}{Bracelets: Loft WANT}

1. Tell me about your business and why you choose to get into this field of work?

  • My jewelry business, 11 Twenty Eight Designs, started after I ordered a few quartz druzy gemstones with the intention to make a few necklaces for myself. Shocked at how well they turned out, I was eager to try and sell my creations on Etsy; two of my first pieces sold in a matter of hours! I have always loved reading and researching about the latest fashion trends and styles. I aspire to someday open up my own boutique store!
2. Is this your full time job or do you have 9-5?
  • I am also a licensed Real Estate Agent. Because I can make my own schedule, I make time for both my jewelry business and real estate business!
3.What is the most rewarding part of owning your own business?
  • Having fun and enjoying what I do! I can sit down and make jewelry for hours and it will only feel like a few minutes have gone by.
4. What are some challenges you have faced?
  • Marketing my jewelry line has been tough! My Etsy shop has an Instagram account as well as a Facebook page and thinking of new and fresh ideas to retain my current customers and attract new ones is more challenging than I thought.
5. What advice would you give someone looking to start their own business?
  • Persistence and a positive attitude! Don’t give up. Plan for the future and most importantly have fun!
6. What is your favorite item in your shop?
  • My favorite is The Arya Collection of large Tibetan mosaic horn pendant necklaces which are sure to be the perfect accessory for fall!


Mary has also been so kind as to provide a fun GIVEAWAY! :) Make sure you enter below for a chance to win a $25 Gift Card to purchase one of her fabulous pieces!!


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41 comments:

  1. Love this entire look! SO cute! And obsessed with that teal horn necklace, so pretty!

    <3, Pamela
    sequinsandseabreezes.blogspot.com

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  2. Love the Sunshine Sunburst Earrings! Thanks for hosting a great giveaway!


    Jill
    dousedinpink.blogspot.com

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  3. Love this! There is something about a great tee and jeans. Are those leather? So fun.

    xo, Amy Ann
    The Real Arnolds

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  4. It's so hard to pick my favorite because all of her designs are gorgeous, but I like the Native Arrowhead Bracelets the best. :)

    berrystylishofficial.com ♥ @ItsBerryStylish

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  5. I love the monroe collection! Such a cute shop!


    And side note- I LOVE those shoes! SO cute

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  6. I love this https://www.etsy.com/listing/198126371/the-janella-peacock-feather-necklace?ref=shop_home_active_18

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  7. Still can't get enough of this series! She has such great pieces and high five to her for being able to juggle both jobs!
    xo Adri
    www.adrilately.blogspot.com

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  8. The acessories are amazing! Love this post!

    xoxo
    dogma96.blogspot.pt

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  9. You look like one hot mama in those pants! That bracelet is fabulous and what a great company!

    <3 Shannon
    Upbeatsoles.blogspot.com

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  10. Oh loving the color of that bracelet and the necklaces are gorgeous!

    Shannon
    Clothes & Quotes

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  11. Amazing look! Love the jewels!
    xo, Jane
    http://www.fitfabfunmom.com

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  12. love love love love this - https://www.etsy.com/listing/196074382/the-caryn-feather-pendant-necklace?ref=shop_home_active_21

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  13. love the necklace and shoes! super cute outfit!

    kelseybang.com

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  14. Loving this series and loving those necklaces!!

    www.madeintheshadeblog.com

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  15. Gorgeous pieces!

    Heidi D.
    www.wishesandreality.con

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  16. I love 'The Nala' on your etsy page - so sleek and elegant! Your pieces are so unique.

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  17. Wow, I'm in LOVE with her pieces. They are stunning! My fav is the white quartz druzy pendant necklace.

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  18. Wow love the horn pendant necklaces! She makes beautiful pieces!

    Jessica xo

    the way to my Hart

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  19. Love that bracelet, I would probably end up with the Cora one!

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  20. Love those pants and the gorgeous jewels!

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  21. How cute! Love those jewels!



    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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  22. You look amazing! I love those pants and that bracelet! And how cute is the amethyst layered necklace from 11 twenty eight?!

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  23. I love the Nina Tassel Earrings and the Luxe Quartz Necklace! Ohh! I also love the Large Horn Necklaces!

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  24. I love that Tibetan mosaic horn pendant necklace! Sooo pretty!

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  25. I love the stone bracelets! Cute pants, too!
    www,amemoryofus.com

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  26. I love the Riley rhinestone feather necklace :)

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  27. Super fun pieces- love the wedges, too. Happy Tuesday, babe!

    -Ashley
    http://lestylorouge.com

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  28. I love these pants and the wedges!!! Such a cute look! xoxox Danielle @ www.fortheloveofleopard.com

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  29. love how you styled that tassel bracelet! such a fun giveaway


    xo
    Brittani and Katie
    www.pleasantlypetite.com

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  30. I love the The Darla | Purple Agate Bracelet

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  31. You are so rocking this look girl-love everything about it!! That bracelet is adorable, have to go check out their shop now:)
    Marta, xo
    www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com

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  32. Her druzy pendants are gorgeous! Thank you so much for sharing!

    Chic on the Cheap

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  33. WOOOOOW!!!*.*! Cool!

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  34. Cute outfit. Love that necklace and those shoes!

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  35. This necklace is soooo adorable. I love the way you accessorized this outfit :)

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  36. Love that necklace! Basic tees are my favorite looks and you did this just perfectly!

    Jenna from Visions of Vogue

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