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LIFESTYLE LETTER

FEBRUARY 2020 PUBLISHER

Jane Preuss | jane.preuss@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Angela Broockerd | angela.broockerd@lifestylepubs.com

Letter from the Editor ART COMES IN MANY FORMS, AND IT GIVES US A GLIMPSE OF SOMEONE’S HEART —THE PART OF THEM WE DON’T SEE ON THE SURFACE. We are all drawn to art in different ways. We like to look at and listen to art that makes us feel something, art that resonates with us. I have always admired the vast creativity that

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY

Paul Versluis | paul.versluis@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Matthew Endersbe LAYOUT DESIGNER

Kelsey Proctor CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

artisans of all kinds pour into their craftsmanship. My family is filled with artists,

Angela Broockerd, Alan Goforth, Allison Swan, Riley Cowing, Lisa Moyer

and I am always so drawn to their craft— whether it be through painting, sculpture,

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

song-writing, music, film-producing, design or entrepreneurship, I love seeing a

Paul Versluis

piece of who they are expressed in their work. Our February issue is dedicated to artisans and makers. As you read about a few local artisans in our community and their stories of passion and self-expression, we hope that you too are inspired to pursue what you love. After all, February is the month of love. With the hectic schedules we often keep, it is easy to let our hobbies and special interests fall to the wayside. I have learned that I have to be very deliberate about allowing myself time to pour into interests that I love and that fill me up.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE FEBRUARY 2020

FEATURES 12 Molding a business in the arts Locally made ceramic pieces are both beautiful and timeless

18 Panache Chocolatier award-winning small batch chocolates moves to Leawood

38 Facilitator of Fun Each Lonnie McFadden performance has a little bit of everything — dance, singing, trumpet.

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42 Undrar handmade ceramic jewelry and home goods

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LOVE WILL STOP AT NOTHING TO KEEP HER HEART BEATING.

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MOLDING A BUSINESS IN T HE ARTS CHENTELL SHANNON DEVELOPED WHAT SHE DESCRIBES AS AN UNWAVERING COMMITMENT TO PURSUING A CAREER IN CERAMICS DURING HER HIGH SCHOOL DAYS ON THE HAWAIIAN ISLAND OF MAUI. She’s always understood the challenges of making a living in the arts, but she has successfully turned it into a career here in the Midwest. Today, her business—Convivial Production—is the result of her efforts. Yet creating and selling timeless ceramic pieces is only part of the vision Shannon has for her business. She is also work-

LOCALLY MADE CERAMIC PIECES ARE BOTH BEAUTIFUL AND TIMELESS

ing to create jobs in the arts so others can enjoy it as a career. After developing an interest in ceramics, she moved to the mainland United States to attend Wheaton College in Chicago. While she studied different art forms, ceramics continued to remain her primary interest. Once she graduated, her now-husband suggested

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Kansas City as an attractive place for an aspiring artist. “I think ceramics is cathartic,” Shannon says. “Working with your hands and being repetitious with movements is relieving for the mind and soul.” After moving to Kansas City in 2013, she began making products and determining if the area would be a good fit for her plans. She decided to stay and worked out of different studios for a time before she began renting a small space in the back of a construction warehouse. Fast forward a number of years CONTINUED >

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and she now has a large studio in the West Bottoms. Additionally, her staff has also grown to four full-time positions and five part-time positions. Shannon describes her style as minimalist and clean, and she crafts products for the home, table and garden categories. She says her intention is to be timeless in style and for her products to be functional enough to use every day. Many products and artists chase trends, but Shannon says she has a commitment to not browse what others are producing. She wants to create unique products, and she doesn’t follow trend reports. Candles have become a large seller for the company, and she has also recently released a new collection of products in all three categories that feature a grittier sand-colored stoneware clay body. Many of her other products come in ivory. Convivial Production products have been sold all throughout the United States in more than 250 retail stores that have participated in the wholesale program. The business is also expanding a restaurant line at local venues such as Messenger Café and Fox and Pearl. One of the latest avenues of growth for the business is the opening of a retail store, which will be housed in the former YJ’s Snack Bar location in the Crossroads District. This store is expected to open in March and will be a garden concept with ceramic pieces for the outdoors as well as a botanical gift shop. “We wanted to take on the challenge of redoing the space, honoring it and creating a neighborhood shop,” she says. She says she doesn’t have any immediate plans to open another retail space as she says she isn’t chasing growth for the sake of chasing growth. If she opens additional retail stores, she says she would likely offer something different as she doesn’t want to repeat the same offerings in multiple locations. “As a consumer, I love variety,” she says. “We are committed to being thoughtful about what we are creating.” Shannon wants to be able to showcase to the public what goes into making her products. She has also made the decision to use more local, grassroots and non-traditional marketing, which she has done through efforts such as creating a mural in honor of the West Bottoms. Overall, Chentell Shannon wants her products to encourage conviviality just as the company name suggests. After all, using her creations to help create a friendly, lively and enjoyable atmosphere around good company is another reason why she enjoys ceramics. February 2020 | Leawood Lifestyle

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PANACHE CHOCOLATIER IS KNOWN FOR ITS AWARD-WINNING SMALL BATCH CHOCOLATES MADE WITH THE HIGHEST QUALITY INGREDIENTS AND UNIQUE FLAVORS. Julie and Derrick House relocated Panache in November 2019 from the Country Club Plaza to Park Place, Leawood’s upscale shopping destination. “Panache Chocolatier has been a Kansas City favorite since 1979, featuring popular items like chocolate-covered popcorn, chocolate flakes and European truffles,” Julie House says. “We bought the store in the fall of 2013 and began the transformation of Panache into a boutique chocolate experience. Through our travels and retail research, we found that customers enjoyed not only shopping, but experiencing and creating memories. Making Panache experiential was a priority.” In the dictionary, panache is defined as a dash or flamboyance in style and action. The name of the chocolatier plays on this meaning, but with a twist. “Panache is French in definition, meaning with flair. Our flair isn’t necessarily the flamboyant exterior of the chocolate in using sprays or pre-made decals like you see in many chocolates today. We approach our chocolates by utilizing fresh ingredients and not adding preservatives or dyes—our flair is our artisan and exceptional flavors, which has won us awards on the international stage!” Master Chocolatier Mallory Baxter and the Houses developed and created their classic, signature and premier Panache chocolates. If it’s your first time in, Julie suggests starting with one of their most popular desserts: truffles. “We highly recommend any of our truffles— there’s so many award-winning ones to try, and the classics are always popular. In addition, our black pepper pistachio bar recently won gold. We are ranked as a master chocolatier and top 15 in the United States. We currently offer the highest-ranked chocolates in the Midwest region, which feature our truffles and bars.” While chocolate is a must on Valentine’s Day, Panache’s chocolates are sure to stand out among the rest, earning medals from The International Chocolate Salon headquartered in San Francisco. “We will be featuring our 2019 five star and five gold medal award-winning collection “Share the Love” in addition to our new Valentine’s Day collection,” House says.

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panache adult hot chocolate 1 serving

I n g r e d i e n ts + 2 ounces peppermint schnapps + 6 ounces Panache Hot Chocolate (or amount needed to fill) + Garnish (optional): whipped cream, chocolate shavings and crushed peppermint

It’s easy to see why Panache chose Park Place

Place, making this a great location for us—it’s the

as its new home not only for its prime location, but

perfect shopping district to experience local shops

for the additional space—their new tasting bar and

and owners. We look forward to seeing our regular

private event space are perfect for chocolate and

customers and greeting new ones at our new home.”

wine tastings and new release parties. “The charming streets of Park Place along with the boutique style of the stores fit our needs. Creating

Julie House of Panache Chocolatier loves to take

a relaxed environment for the customer to enjoy our

recipes in her repertoire that call for chocolate and

fine chocolate is key in the refined chocolatier experi-

substitute Panache. “It elevates any drink or des-

ence. The atmosphere of our new location is a mix of

sert,” she says. “The possibilities are endless.”

European boutique and comfortable home. We have added a tasting room to host tastings and private

Panache is located at 11555 Ash Street in Leawood. For more information, visit chocolatekc.com.

But the adult hot chocolate takes on a special meaning for House.

events—we will be adding wine tastings along with

“The peppermint schnapps in the Panache Hot

our custom chocolate cocktails soon. The serene

Chocolate is a homage to my college roommates,”

environment at Park Place is a natural extension of

she says. “We had several February birthdays and

our in-store experience. We have been welcomed

always celebrated with hot cocoa and schnapps—

by the residents and other local businesses at Park

just not as decadent as this one, though.”

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panache chocolate mousse 4 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour

I n g r e d i e n ts + 1 1/2 cups cold heavy cream, divided + 2 dark chocolate Panache bars (6 ounces), chopped + Garnish (optional): 1 dark chocolate Panache bar; grated chocolate

I n st r u ct i o n s 01 Warm 1/2 cup cream and use it to melt the chocolate. Heat 1/2 cup of the cream in a microwave-safe bowl for 1 minute. Add chopped Panache chocolate and stir to combine. Set the bowl aside for 5 minutes for the chocolate to melt. 02 Whisk the chocolate and cream together until smooth. Set aside to cool while you whip the remaining cream. 03 Beat the remaining cream to medium peaks. Place the remaining 1 cup cold cream in a medium bowl. Beat with an electric hand mixer or with a whisk by hand until soft peaks form. Transfer 1/2 cup whipped cream to a small bowl and refrigerate for topping the finished mousse before serving. Continue whipping the remaining whipped cream until stiff peaks form. 04 Fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture with a large spatula in three additions. Work swiftly and gently, and don’t stress if there are streaks of cream in the chocolate mousse. 05 Portion the mousse and chill before serving. Divide the mixture between four ramekins or cocktail glasses. Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 4 before serving. Dollop with the reserved softly whipped cream and sprinkle with grated chocolate.

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LONNIE

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DOESN’T BELIEVE HE’D BE PERFORMING

“We would be listening to the choir, and he’d say, ‘Now tell me where the break is.’”

TODAY WITHOUT THE INFLUENCE OF HIS

His father bought them tap shoes to

FATHER, DANCER AND MUSICIAN JIMMY

practice with, and practicing was some-

MCFADDEN. He recalls his father and his

thing that Lonnie hated.

friends telling stories while he was growing

“That’s something that, you know, it’s just

up about their experiences performing. Lonnie

like your parents making you eat spinach

was hooked, even though the stories detailed

instead of eating candy all day,” he says. “It

struggle more often than glamour.

has been one of the most nourishing things

“I don’t know if my father was just such

for me in my life because now that I’m an

a great storyteller or my imagination was

adult and I am self-employed and have

just so vivid, but I immediately wanted to do

been since I was 16... Had I not learned

that,” he says. “When they would start talking

that discipline from my father and mother,

about, you know, getting stranded in Detroit

making me practice every day, I wouldn’t be

or Chicago living off peanuts and Pepsi Cola

able to do what I do now.”

until the next week’s gig, that sounded like, ‘Oh my god, I want to do that.’ [laughs]” Lonnie, and later his brother Ronald,

He now spends a minimum of 3 hours a day, 7 days a week at his rehearsal studio completing

trumpet

warmup

answering emails and practicing basic tap

old. Their father also found opportunities to

dance techniques. McFadden also studies

teach them beyond formal lessons.

other tap dancers and musicians. Because

“Even at church he would be teaching us about the way music is constructed,” he says.

the internet is vast, he finds it important to see what else is out there.

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exercises,

began piano lessons when they were 5 years

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While he enjoys trying new styles, he does not experiment with them with an intention of mastering them. “I’ve learned to accept what my gifts are,” he says. “I try to play trumpet as good as I can. I try to tap dance as good as I can. But as I said, I don’t think my gift is to become the greatest at anything. My gift is to bring joy.” About 15 years ago, before committing to play music full-time, he held a more traditional job selling cars. Here, he discovered his motivation to continue working in music. “I tried that for a while, and I was miserable,” he says. “So, one day I just went in there, and I quit cold turkey. I went back to trying to play music, not knowing if I would be able to pay my rent, but I knew I’d be happy. And I think that’s my biggest motivation every day.” He describes his performances as “musically all over the place,” with music from artists like Marvin Gaye, Frank Sinatra, Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. Ultimately, he wants the audience to enjoy themselves. “From the first song, I try to feel the crowd out to see who I’m dealing with. Is this mostly business people? I try to find the common denominator,” he says. “The one thing that is my goal is for us to have a good time. Whether I’m at a business function or at the Kauffman Center or at the Phoenix it doesn’t matter—from the time I hit the stage or the band stand, my goal is to help facilitate a fun evening.”

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offer as much help as our customer wants or needs.”

years of retail management and fashion experience to

As the trend has moved from matched furniture sets for

found Seville Home in 2000. Wilkins says that being an

formal rooms to an eclectic, curated look in open floor plans,

independent business has allowed Seville Home to adapt

the challenge for homeowners has also evolved. How do you

quickly to market changes in lifestyle and technology.

accomplish an effortless, casual, family/pet friendly lifestyle

“We’re nimble and can shift quickly and strategically to

with seamless indoor/outdoor living using well-appointed

lead in our category. If you’ve followed us over the years,

furnishings in appropriate size, scale and color without costly

you know how our lines have changed and our point of

mistakes? This is where Seville Home really shines.

view has evolved. It’s really an exciting time for us.”

Designer and Gallery Manager Carrie McColgan

Wilkins attributes the success of Seville Home to his

explains. “Customers often come in after making an expen-

team of 17 employees, including degreed interior design-

sive mistake. Planning a space is critical, regardless of your

ers, many of whom have been with the company for 10 to

style. Our complimentary design service delivers the confi-

20 years. “We’ve been blessed with a great team. These

dence needed to pull together a beautiful, cohesive look.”

are knowledgeable, full-time people committed to the

McColgan adds that Seville Home welcomes indepen-

business and with a great passion for the product and

dent designers into its retail gallery. “We embrace our

for pleasing our customers. We go the extra mile. People

claim of being preferred by Kansas City’s top designers

know we’re honest and trustworthy.”

and open to everyone. Our range of service, in-stock

Wilkins also credits Seville Home’s success with the

selection, custom-ordering and intimate knowledge of

ability to re-invent themselves. “We started before all the

the home furnishings landscape blends to deliver a truly

lifestyle stores came into the market. We were importing

unique solution. We believe everyone should have a home

from Mexico, Indonesia, and India, telling a global style story

that’s both beautiful to look at and wonderful to live in.”

which served us well until customers moved away from that.

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planning, tax preparation and insurance needs, rather than offer those services in-house. “It is a small, but important distinction that we believe better aligns incentives and behavior with benefits to clients over those of the firm,” says Green. “This also aligns with our responMITCHELL CAPITAL HAS BEEN GUIDING CLIENTS

sibility as a fiduciary, which means we make decisions

THROUGH FINANCIAL DECISIONS SINCE IT WAS

based on what we believe is best for the client.”

FOUNDED IN 1987. “We want to help clients make

The third differentiator is the depth and accessi-

wise choices, and it only takes a conversation to get

bility of their intellectual capital. “We conduct our

started.” Ken Green, President shared. Their first step

own research-driven discipline that informs our deci-

is listening. “As you express your goals, we want to

sion-making and have decades of expertise in individ-

understand the challenges around those dreams to

ual stocks and bonds. This means we can customize

find the best way forward. We like to work with clients

portfolios in ways others cannot to meet your unique

who are inquisitive about their specific financial path,”

needs and interests. And we are small enough that cli-

Green said. “It is important to work toward financial

ents have direct access to the people making decisions

milestones with a partner who will walk with you.”

in their portfolio. We are a firm that is empowered and

The financial services industry in Kansas City is highly

expected to put clients first,” explained Green.

competitive, and Mitchell Capital sets itself apart in three

In addition, as a local, employee-owned company

distinct ways. The first is their intention to forge deep

their charitable decisions provide a more direct impact

and long-lasting relationships. “We want to partner with

in their home city. Team members are encouraged

local clients for a long, long time. Building a relationship

to support organizations that contribute positively

is a significant investment in time and effort. We want

to the shared community and include organizations

to ensure it is time well-spent on both sides. Our brand

such as: Boy Scouts of America, Leawood Rotary,

includes the words `As you LIVE WITH INTENTION; we

Leawood Chamber of Commerce, Leawood Lions, St.

INVEST WITH INTENTION’”, Green said. “That attitude

Thomas More Catholic School, Metropolitan Lutheran

permeates the long-term relationships we create with

Ministries, Harvesters and Rose Brooks. “We invest in

those who choose to partner with us.”

our local community as much as possible and support

Second, by partnering with other experts we make certain all challenges are addressed. “We start every new relationship with a financial plan so we can jointly

our clients where they live,” Green reported. Mitchell Capital can help you reach your financial goals and is ready to start a conversation. Contact them today.

develop a roadmap toward your goals. In certain cases, we partner with the best specialists in addressing estate

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FEBRUARY

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

8-13

14-16

MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM

KANSAS CITY GOLF SHOW

2020 VIBRANT WOMEN LUNCHEON

Producing Shakespeare, a first for

6000 College Blvd, Overland Park

Overbrook Rd, Leawood

The White Theatre, is an invitation

The Kansas City Golf Show fea-

Join us as we gather as women

to dream of fairies, queens and

tures the largest gathering of golf

supporting other women in our com-

kings, love’s delight and…donkeys?

retailers and exhibitors under one

munity who need access to crucial

The mischievous Puck finds himself

roof. Play skills contests featuring

health care. Guest speaker, Mindy

tangled in a web of love between

thousands of dollars in prizes, enjoy

Corporon, will discuss overcoming

Demetrius, Lysander, and Hermia

a free lesson from a top PGA pro, try

trauma and building resilience.

and twists reality with a flower that

beer and distillery tastings, or visit

Tickets are $40 for guests and free for

makes people fall in love with the first

special areas for golf travel and other

Vibrant Women members. Proceeds

thing they see upon waking. More

exciting activities. In addition, a ticket

from the luncheon directly support the

details at thejkc.org/midsummer

includes rounds of golf.

Vibrant Women giving circle. To regis-

The White Theatre at The J

ARTISANS AT THE GARDENS

SWEETHEART RUN BENEFITING HEAD FOR THE CURE

Gardens 8909 W 179th St, Overland Park

Hallbrook Country Club 11200

ter, visit www.vibranthealthkc.org/

Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical

Overland Park Convention Center

Coach's Bar & Grill 9089 W 135th Street

vibrant-women.

23 INDOOR TRIATHLON

Artisans are coming to the Overland

This Valentine's weekend tradition

Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.

is a great chance to get out and run

The Indoor Triathlon at The J is the

Come support local artists as they dis-

with your loved ones. Individuals

perfect opportunity for beginners or

play and sell their hand-made products.

and two-person teams will com-

experienced athletes alike. Swim in our

Gift selections include jewelry, acces-

pete for age group and team

indoor pool, bike on stationary Keiser

sories, pottery, art and apparel. With

awards in the 5K and individual

bikes, then run around the indoor track

Valentine's Day around the corner, this

age group and overall awards in

to complete one of 3 distances below.

is the perfect time to buy something

the 10K. For more information

For more information visit More details

nice for that special someone.

visit sweetheartrun5k.com.

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The J - 5801 W. 115th St. Overland Park

REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

LIST PRICE

L E AWO OD

SOLD PRICE %SOLD/LIST

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

HALLBROOK

$1,849,000

$1,675,000

90%

137

6.3

HALLBROOK

$1,275,000

$1,175,000

92%

4.2

THE WOODS ESTATES

$1,175,000

$1,125,000

95%

5.2

HALLBROOK

$1,189,000

$1,065,000

89%

6.2

LEAWOOD ESTATES

$899,000

$815,000

90%

312

5.1

MISSION RESERVE

$800,000

$787,500

98%

4.1

LEAWOOD

$809,000

$780,000

96%

4.1

BRIDGEWOOD

$700,000

$677,000

96%

4.1

PATRICIAN WOODS

$679,000

$647,500

95%

5.1

TUSCANY RESERVE

$629,500

$600,000

95%

Information compiled is from Heartland Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and includes properties listed and sold in the area from multiple brokers. 2019 STATISTICS from 12/1/2019 TO 12/31/2019. * DOM=Days on Market

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LOCAL’S CHOICE

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creates ceramic jewelry and home goods—with a current focus on

DER,” IS THE CREATION OF KC NATIVE NICOLETTE MARTIN,

earrings, keychains and coasters. As spring approaches, Nicolette

WHO IS INSPIRED BY WONDER—THE FEELING OF SURPRISE

is setting her sights on outdoor- and plant-focused goods, includ-

OR CURIOSITY CAUSED BY SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL, UNEX-

ing herb and garden markers, planters and baking tools. Follow

PECTED, UNFAMILIAR OR INEXPLICABLE. Drawing from

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