![]() That’s what it’s all about for us.”īefore Kelly got to the heart of what it’s all about, she blazed a successful path in the corporate world, through operations and marketing. It’s so cool because it’s vintage and it has meaning for him, but now he’s making it his own.” Her enthusiasm is evident:“ He had this adorable little note in there from her that says, ‘This is for John, to write his story.’ When we get stuff like that or we see people do that to their homes, it just warms my heart. It was given to this young man by his grandmother. The latest transformation? “Right now we’re painting this really amazing old china hutch with a writer’s pull out. Her brand reflects her lifestyle, one that is unique, fresh, and constantly innovative. Clients come from far and wide for advice on how to create their own stylish patina, or to hand pick custom pieces transformed by Kelly’s knowing touch. Stylish Patina is grounded in the idea that home should be comfortable and design should be an elevating experience. Intentional pops of color bring furniture to life. It gives you the character of the old, but then you freshen it and make it your own.” That really is what my business is all about - modern function, vintage soul. Inspired by a “stylish” spin on the name she fondly gave to her grandfather’s old truck, she told us: “Patina doesn’t have to be old and grubby, it can be stylish and cool and hip. The name references the brand’s innovative style, which incorporates sustainability by repurposing old furniture to fit the modern household. It all comes together in Stylish Patina Home + Gift, the lifestyle boutique Kelly has centered in her hometown. Whether as real estate agent, design consultant, DIY coach, craftswoman, curator, or most importantly, mother of four children under five, Kelly brings a joy to the art of living that is uniquely her own. As an adult, she’s taken the family tradition and turned it into a sparkling enterprise, offering the Falls Church community and beyond the opportunity to join her in the pursuit of creative restoration with Stylish Patina. In the process, she learned to prize old forgotten furniture for its potential beauty and innate authenticity. Growing up in Falls Church City, Kelly experienced the magical transformation of her childhood home from gutted fixer upper to heritage family estate. Kelly Millspaugh Thompson was born to be creative. Questions? Want to be notified when new class dates are posted by joining our mailing list? Feel free to contact us.Kelly Millspaugh Thompson of Stylish Patina. ** Please note all class registration fees are non-refundable and class dates are not interchangeable. * Please let us know in advance if you are left-handed. – A sense of accomplishment! (Read about past students’ workshop experiences here.) – All supplies, including exemplars for three Meant To Be Calligraphy lettering styles, pen holder, nibs, ink and more. Plus, you’ll go home with all the materials you’ll need to continue practicing and showing off your new lettering skills. You’ll learn how to create the nuanced thick and thin lines that set pointed pen lettering apart from regular handwriting. Surrounded by the shop’s gorgeous vintage and modern furnishings, she will teach you how to use traditional materials (pointed pen calligraphy nibs, an oblique pen holder and real ink) to create gorgeous hand-lettering with a modern twist. Investment: $250 (includes a $35 materials fee)Ībout the Class: As featured in both Southern Living and Washingtonian, as well as Washington Post Express, spend some time playing with pens and ink! We’re excited to share that this summer, Michele will teach modern calligraphy at Stylish Patina in Falls Church, Virginia. Instructor: Michele Hatty Fritz of Meant To Be Calligraphy ![]()
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