Designer Shannon Jones turns her Westside jewelry studio into a whimsical haven where fine design meets playful charm.
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Susan Cannon
@susancannon1
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Samantha Levi
@samstownusa
he decor of Maggie Jones Fine Jewelry shop is the brainchild of one talented, imaginative, and quirky lady.
There’s a touch of magic inside the shop and studio, located in the heart of downtown’s Westside neighborhood. Entering this unique space brings curiosity with a smile. The interior vibe is fancy and feminine, yet dotted with kitschy features foretelling something about the proprietor. Imagination is the hallmark of owner and independent jewelry designer Shannon Jones.
She and her husband, Mark Horne, an architect with HOK, have resided in Westside for several years, and for Jones, dreaming of having a design studio outside of the home became a reality when prior occupants left this space.
Jones’ nearly 15 years in business have allowed her to garner a dedicated clientele by creating custom designs, reworking old, precious pieces, and creating everyday fine jewelry, while developing trusted friendships along the way. Thus, Maggie Jones will be a full-service jewelry shop and studio, not only offering repair, heirloom restoration, and accommodating clients with custom and in-house designs, but also introducing independent and emerging jewelers into the retail fold, exclusively for Kansas City.
In true support of his wife, Horne dove in and gave a facelift to the exterior of the shop, and remodeled the interior, creating a concealed work studio for Jones in the back, while refining the front of the shop for the furnishings she has collected over time that are perfect for this moment.
Important to the mix is a vintage dining table and chairs, next to a beautiful mid-century display case, all of which Jones restored herself. The table allows her to work with clients and also serves for jewelry-making events. A fun, ruby red velvet “Bauble Bar,” filled with charms, beads, stones, and chains, is the spirited counterpoint to her fine jewelry display. And the chic salon-like sitting area, including a quirky gold pillow with manicured hands, really shows the designer’s personality.
“It was my intent when designing this space to make you feel like you’re entering the most lovely jewel box of your dreams. I used to love to play in my Gram’s jewelry, and she let me try it all on and put it on my dolls. The goal is for it to be worn, loved, and appreciated. So many people think there has to be an occasion to put on your jewels, but Gram says just going out to the mailbox can be occasion enough.”
This cheeky spirit is definitely something Jones adopted from her business’s beloved namesake, whom she honors.
Inspired by her sweet bulldog, Pearl, who is an endearing shop fixture, Jones will be holding a pet jewelry-making event this season, offering a photo op with Santa and your pet, with proceeds going to Unleashed Pet Shelter. It is one of many events to come, including designer trunk shows and pop-up opportunities for other creatives in her space.
1705 Summit St.
Kansas City, MO
maggiejones.shop
@maggiejonesshop
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