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Three Cheese Blend40. Industry Tips: Where to Save and Where to SplurgeOn this episode the Three Cheese Siblings give their industry insight into where you could save your money and where you should spend your money when it comes to landscaping, designing your home, and buying a wedding dress. Listen to this episode to learn more, and leave a comment below if you need any tips.
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2024-10-3052 minThree Cheese Blend39. Designing Homes and Weddings with Ashley MooreAshley Moore is a 17 year entrepreneur who has planned and implemented 500 + weddings, corporate and special events. The Collective Events and Design is still in business although they do fewer events to accommodate her new venture she bought four years ago; Interiors by Design Gallery. They are an interior design firm and showroom that partners with builders and designers to provide product, design and installation. In addition, they do commercial work, window treatments and stage homes to aid in quick sale! Ashley has two daughters who are her purpose. In her free time she is working on getting her pilots...
2024-10-081h 12Three Cheese Blend38. Architectural Design with Madelyn BlignautMadelyn is currently an architectural designer at Shelden Architecture. She has been here in Wichita at Shelden for 5 years now, and during that time she has worked on many types of commercial projects (offices, banks, medical, entertainment, tenant build-out, higher-ed, multi-family, renovations). From concept to completion, she loves helping clients bring their dreams to life!
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2024-09-241h 44Three Cheese Blend38. Architectural Design with Madelyn BlignautMadelyn is currently an architectural designer at Shelden Architecture. She has been here in Wichita at Shelden for 5 years now, and during that time she has worked on many types of commercial projects (offices, banks, medical, entertainment, tenant build-out, higher-ed, multi-family, renovations). From concept to completion, she loves helping clients bring their dreams to life!
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2024-09-241h 46Three Cheese Blend37. Speed Painting with Annika WootonAnnika Wooton, recognized nationally for her speed painting talent, has rapidly become a sought-after artist in live event entertainment. Specializing in creating vibrant paintings in real-time, Wooton's work spans brand activations, conferences, NBA and WNBA halftime shows, college events, and more worldwide.
Wooton first gained public attention as Miss Kansas 2019 and 2020, where her unique talent in speed painting, including a notable 90-second portrait of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, distinguished her during her tenure. This achievement contributed to her Top 15 placement at the 2020 Miss America Competition and earned her a non-finalist talent award.
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2024-09-171h 05Three Cheese Blend36. Paris Jane CreatesParis Jane is a singer, a custom artist that makes greeting cards through her business ParisJaneCreates, and so much more. On this episode we got to talk to Paris Jane, she's located here in Wichita and is consumed by all things creative: she's an artist, graphic designer, singer, and was once a museum curator. We talk about about our love for Wichita, what it's like to leave and come back, and how to be a creative. To learn more about Paris Jane, follow her on social media @theparisjane or go to her website parisjanecreates.com
2024-08-271h 11Three Cheese Blend35. Nikki Annette PhotographyNikki loves fashion, her cats, halloween, sitting in coffee shops, and of course... taking photos. She fell in love with photography in high school through journalism. Being a photographer allows her to combine her love for collecting memories and creating art. Nikki is inspired by fine art and anything out-of-the-ordinary. Because of this she loves to capture artistic, elegant, and editorial images. She is passionate about capturing life's most important memories through her lens, and she would love to capture yours.
Check Nikki's work out on her social media @nikkiannettephotography or at her website https://nikkiannette.com/
2024-08-131h 03Three Cheese Blend34. Managing Brands with Eileen SheeranEileen Sheeran is a Senior Brand Manager at BarkleyOKRP, photographer owner of EiPhotography, and a content creator. Eileen works in the marketing world, and if you own a business, you know how important marketing is for your brand. We chat with Eileen about her job, love for photography, content creation, and how she ended up being one of Libbi's models in KCFW F/W '23. The 4 discuss each of their different approaches to marketing/ branding, and navigating social platforms.
Interested in seeing Eileen's photography take a look on Instagram @ei_photographykc
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2024-07-2256 minThree Cheese Blend33. DJ Dee EntertainmentDylan Silveira is DJ Dee Entertainment, for over 10 years his passion for diverse music styles, genres, cultures, and mixing them all together, drives his love for weddings. Being part of a couple's big day, rocking their dance floor, and creating cherished memories during the formalities is truly fulfilling.
With a diverse range of music styles, he specializes in creating unforgettable moments tailored to each couple's unique vision. From rocking the dance floor with an open format mix, to offering customizable backdrops with their Photo booth to capture unforgettable memories and special effects for your first dance, they ensure your...
2024-06-181h 37Three Cheese Blend32. Travel Tales with the Three Cheese SiblingsIf you've noticed our episodes have been inconsistent lately it's because all three of us have been traveling quite a bit. Libbi went to Cozumel Mexico and found the most massive sea shell (go check out a picture of it on our social media @threecheeseblendpod), Emma is about to go judge in the Tulsa Parade of Homes, and I don't know if you remember this, but Jonathan went to the Masters.
We have some exciting guests coming up and can't wait to record more episodes.
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2024-06-1647 minThree Cheese Blend31. Three Cheese ASMROn this episode the Three Cheeses discuss big things going on right now in their careers and personal lives. We've all been busy traveling, with our pets and significant others, and working, but we still take the time to sit down to record and see each other. Thanks for listening!
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2024-06-0438 minThree Cheese Blend30. Socializing with Jaylee Hennessy of Hennessy SocialJaylee Hennessy is the owner and founder of Hennessy Social. Her passion for social media led her to start this business. Hennessy Social is dedicated to helping businesses enhance their digital marketing presence. Check out @hennessysocial on social media, and inquire for all of your digital marketing needs. Jaylee is also one of the founders of VOW: Vendors of Wichita. VOW is a one stop shop for all of your wedding planning needs, and will truly make planning your Wichita Wedding so much easier. The official VOW website (vowict.com) goes live April 15th. If you are planning a wedding...
2024-04-0955 minThree Cheese Blend29. Shooting the Sh*t with Allie JaelAllie Jael specializes in Wedding & Elopement photography. She also provide couples, boudoir, & branding photography! She has been doing this full time for two years. Allie started her business when she was 17 - before she graduated high school in 2022! Aside from Allie Jael Photography itself - she has also found footing in the photography industry by hosting styled shoots & retreats for other photographers. This helps grow everyone's portfolio while having the opportunity to network with other wedding vendors. This next year she is really focusing on traveling for weddings & elopements. She will be traveling around the states this year...
2024-04-021h 40Three Cheese Blend28. Life Update (March 2024)The Three Cheese Siblings are back after a long month of not recording because life was crazy busy full of work, traveling and being sick. This episode is a ton rambling discussing NYFW, busy bridal season, and projects Jonathan and Emma are in the process of, finishing up or are looking forward to. This was a fun episode for us to record, and we hope you enjoy :)
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2024-04-021h 24Three Cheese Blend27. NYFW RecapOn this episode Libbi sits down with two returning guests, Alicia Ybarra CEO and Lead Designer at Vanya Designs, and Debra Navarro of Debra Navarro Jewelry. The three discuss all things NYFW from model casting, accessorizing the wedding dresses, the show, and an amazing photoshoot after the show.
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2024-03-1233 minThree Cheese Blend26. Designing Jets with Allison PlaczekAllison Placzek is an Interior Designer that is currently designing private jets for Textron Aviation. Allison is expanding our portfolio of designers into JETS!!! It was so fun to have Allison on the podcast and learn about designing the interior for jets. We learn about jet dollars, Allison's personal style, and how she started her career in the interior design world and found success in the Midwest.
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2024-02-2759 minThree Cheese Blend25. NYFW PrecapPrecap: a pre-show recap. As Libbi was about to head to NYFW she talks about the timeline leading up to it, and making the collection. Curious about what it's like to be a fashion designer prepping for NYFW? Then you'll be interested to listen to this episode. We also discuss VOW and how spectacular of an event it was. Interested in hearing more about fashion week? Check back in in a couple episodes where Libbi, Debra Navaro and Alicia Ybarra talk about how the show went.
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2024-02-201h 16Three Cheese Blend24. Samantha Elizabeth Interiors with Sami ChavezSami Chavez is an Interior Designer in Wichita, KS. She does just about anything from staging a home, designing commercial spaces, to new home builds. Sami is a midwest native and stumbled upon the creative world of interior design, and has her own business called Samantha Elizabeth Interiors. Sami was so much fun to talk to and you'll be laughing all the way through her episode as we talk design, boudoir, and life! Follow Sami on social media @Samanthaelizabethinteriors
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2024-01-301h 14Three Cheese Blend23. Sewing and Dancing with Josie AndersonJosie Anderson is currently a Junior at Missouri State University pursuing her Bachelors of Science in Fashion Design, Bachelors of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre, and a Minor in Dance! She's an overachiever for sure, but we love her for it! Josie has been interning at Vanya Designs Bridal for her winter break, and she has had the opportunity to work alongside Libbi. You'll get to learn how Josie started pursuing fashion, musical theatre, and dance; and how she's able to do it all at the same time. We are so excited for Josie's future in the design world...
2024-01-2345 minThree Cheese Blend22. 2023 WrappedAs we get ready for 2024 we end our year with our 2023 Wrapped. We want to thank all of our guests we had on, and for our listeners who have supported us this far. We have created 884 minutes of content for you, and we can't wait to share more next year. To support us further, give us a follow on Facebook and Instagram @threecheeseblendpod. See you next year!
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2023-12-2745 minThree Cheese Blend21. 20 Questions with Renata GoossenWe welcome Renata back to the podcast with a fun episode where we ask her 20 questions. If you live locally I am sure you have seen the plant bus driving around, but in case you don't already know: Renata's Garden is a mobile plant shop and educational brand that focuses on reaching urban and rural communities to spread the love of horticulture. She helps others incorporate the joy of horticulture into their daily lives.
Design is a HUGE component of running her business day-to-day--from the digital and print graphics she creates for the website, social media and other marketing...
2023-12-1228 minThree Cheese Blend20. High Level Landscapes with Bruce MooreBruce Moore is the client relationship manager for High Prairie Outdoors specializing in property management, landscape & seasonal color design for my clients. In addition, he is the sales consultant for all new maintenance leads that are trying to become a client. High Prairie Outdoors is a high end residential design build and fine gardening company. They specialize in custom craftsmanship and attention to details that are important and unique to each client. He enjoys having the opportunity to meet new homeowners and connecting with them to help them achieve their property's dreams and making that process effortless for them...
2023-12-0559 minThree Cheese Blend19. Hierarchy of HatsIn this episode we discuss Jonathan's hierarchy of hats, his 2 week long cross country trip, and our plans to upgrade our podcast studio. We talk about all of that and more, down to our Thanksgiving plans and a chance to get to know us a little bit better. Which one of us is most likely to stir up family drama? Or end up in jail? Who sleep talks the most? You'll have to listen to the episode to find out.
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2023-11-281h 31Three Cheese Blend18. Designing for Rodeo Queens with Brooke TerrapinBrooke Terrapin is the designer, creator, and producer of all things by Midwest Twist, she's excited to offer a wide variety of products from clothing to art! This brand encompasses her and the western lifestyle she hopes to share with the world.
Brooke got her Bachelors Degree in Fashion Design from Kansas State University, and her and Libbi were in the same sorority, go ZTA! Brooke has a love for designing western wear, and has been a rodeo queen herself as Miss Rodeo K-State, Miss Rodeo Kansas, and Miss Rodeo USA. Listen to this episode to learn...
2023-11-211h 13Three Cheese Blend17. Hale-ing out with Teya Carlini at Kansas State UniversityLibbi is traveling this weekend all the way to Kansas State University to judge the Make it with Wool competition. Libbi is part of a mentorship program through her college, Justin Hall the College of Health and Human Sciences, and on this episode she chats with her mentee Teya Carlini.
Teya Carlini is currently a sophomore at Kansas State University majoring in Fashion Design.
She enjoys being able to find joy in what people do and find what makes their creativity click. She loves coffee, art, nature, listening to music, finding new hobbies, and of course, fashion.
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2023-11-1454 minThree Cheese Blend16. Creating Traditions with Taylor and Sara LewisTaylor and Sara are local entrepreneurs who together own the long-standing, local furniture store Traditions and interior design studio Lochwood Design. Sara and Taylor are full service from designing your entire home down to the pillows on your couch. They firmly believe in collaboration over competition and work with other designers in the area. We can't wait to see where Traditions/ Lochwood Design goes, and we believe they are making the midwest fashionable! Listen to this episode as we talk all things interior design, and if you have the opportunity, stop into their store, Traditions, or follow them on...
2023-11-071h 08Three Cheese Blend15. Life Update (October 2023)There is so much going on in each of our lives we thought you guys deserved a life update. Jonathan just finished his second lighting job for Grand Lighting Solutions and it turned out so beautiful! Libbi is going to NYFW! Vanya Designs got a call from a production company for NYFW and were asked to close a show on February 11th! Emma has gone solo and owns her own business! You'll have to hire Jessen Interiors for all of your design needs and follow @jessen_interiors on social media
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2023-10-311h 16Three Cheese Blend14. Designing a Functional Space with Michaela CrawfordMichaela Crawford is an interior designer with Ethan Allen where she assist clients in a range of residential design needs. She enjoys other creative hobbies such as photography and painting, and is all about new experiences, whether in her local community or traveling to a new city! It was so fun to have Michaela on the show because she is a friend of the pod, and we learned so much from her about how important it is to have a functional environment. Go check out her Instagram @m.crawford_interiordesign
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2023-10-241h 13Three Cheese Blend13. Cutting Hair and Creating Art with Trish DoolTrish Dool is the Creative Director at Eric Fisher Salon and just recently won Midwest Avant-Garde Hair Stylist of the Year for the SECOND TIME in a row. Trish has been a hairdresser at Eric Fisher Salon for 30 years, and within those years she has met some incredible people that have inspired her to create wigs that look like art. Libbi has been lucky enough to work with Trish doing several photoshoots, creating clothes for her collections, and even go to NYFW in 2020. You are going to want to listen to this episode, Trish is so talented and creative...
2023-10-171h 05Three Cheese Blend12. Unearth Horticulture in Renata's Garden with Renata GoossenRenata's Garden is a mobile plant shop and educational brand that focuses on reaching urban and rural communities to spread the love of horticulture. Renata helps others incorporate the joy of horticulture into their daily lives.
Design is a HUGE component of running her business day-to-day--from the digital and print graphics she creates for her website, social media and other marketing materials, to the displays she creates to merchandise her products on the Plant Bus.
Tune in to this episode to learn all things about Renata, her mobile Plant Bus, and how she can help you pick...
2023-10-101h 23Three Cheese Blend11. KCFW RecapIf you didn't know, Libbi had a collection of little black dresses in KCFW F/W 23. In this episode she recaps the day, the months of creating leading up to the show, and each one of her designs. Her collection is meant to be timeless, classic, sexy and romantic. If you haven't had the chance to view it yet check out her Instagram @libbijessen.
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2023-10-0359 minThree Cheese Blend10. "WTF! What the Floor" -Ben HenwoodBen Henwood is the owner of Designer’s Home Gallery in Wichita, KS, and he saves the world from ugly floors. Listen to this episode to learn how Ben got started in the flooring business, and what he thinks the best and worst flooring are for your home. You might learn a thing or two, I know I did. We talk flooring, family, golf, and Ben leaves us with some great advice that you'll have to listen to the episode to hear.
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2023-09-121h 30Three Cheese Blend9. Boobs and Brides with Alicia YbarraAlicia Ybarra is the CEO and Lead Designer of Vanya Designs, and is Libbi's boss! Vanya Designs is a custom bridal shop located in Wichita, KS. Alicia is extremely passionate about making brides feel beautiful, valued, and loved through her couture creations. You will learn how Alicia got started as a designer, and where it has led her today. Custom wedding gowns, heirloom redesigns, bespoke suits, wedding gown alterations, wearable sculptures, cheerleading uniforms, you name it, she's done it! Based off the title of the episode, well you'll just have to listen to find out!
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2023-08-2950 minThree Cheese Blend8. Designing Jewelry with Debra NavarroDebra Navarro is an award winning fine jewelry designer and graduate gemologist best known for her unique styling of natural colored gemstones and 18k gold into one-of-a-kind works of wearable art. Her interest in responsible sourcing led Debra to explore artisanal mining communities deep in the East African bush. While she may be a Texan at heart, today Debra lives in Wichita, KS where she designs three distinct collections, Barefoot, Watu, and NDUR, that work together beautifully or on their own. In an exciting twist, Debra recently launched NGAGE, a new bridal division of fully customizable rings! Listen to...
2023-08-221h 16Three Cheese Blend7. Planting New Roots with Jonnie CritchlowJonnie is a Kansas State University Alumn, and a friend of the pod. Jonnie is a Landscape Designer and owns New Roots, a landscape company that designs, installs and maintains high quality plants and materials in the greater Wichita area. We talk about his career in the landscape industry, his family, golf, Jonnie's first impression of Libbi on a school trip, and Emma teaches the boys a thing or two about a mood board. You can follow New Roots on social media @Newrootslandscapingllc
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2023-08-141h 18Three Cheese Blend6. Summer Design HouseSummer Anne Crook is an interior designer of new home builds and remodels. She helps her clients find and create their dream homes/ spaces. Her goal is to take the stress away so her clients can enjoy the moment. She is also a realtor who can help with buying and selling homes. Listen to this episode to learn how Summer became an interior designer, and how this Cali girl turned into a Kansan. We are already planning our trip to her future home in Greece! You can find Summer on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/summerannecrook and follow her...
2023-08-081h 10Three Cheese Blend5. Terrance “Tdub” WilliamsTerrance Williams is a DJ in the wedding industry, and is helping us figure out how to make our audio better. In this episode, we discuss how Terrance became a DJ, his love for weddings, and how he is the life of the party in all aspects of life. His wife is the one with the interior design skills, but maybe they will ask for Emma's help the next time they decide to renovate their home. If you need a wedding DJ you should definitely hire Terrance! You can find him on Facebook: Terrance Williams and Instagram: @Terrance.Tdub.Williams
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2023-07-311h 13Three Cheese Blend4. Dustin LewisDustin Lewis is a Territory Manager for REAMS, a company that supplies to the landscape and general contractors in Kansas, and is one of Jonathan's vendors. He has a love for art and design, and still occasionally designs landscapes. He graduated from Kansas State University with his Bachelors in Landscape Design. Listen to this episode to learn all things design and life.
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2023-07-251h 24Three Cheese Blend3. Emma JessenEmma Jessen, the youngest sibling of Three Cheese Blend, is an Interior and Architecture Designer. She claims she's the favorite child and she very well might be with her mad design skills. She started her design career very young and is passionate about unlocking a space's true potential. Listen to learn about her career as an interior designer and give her a follow on social media @ej_interiors to follow along her design journey.
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2023-07-1830 minThree Cheese Blend2. Libbi JessenLibbi Jessen, the middle sibling of Three Cheese Blend, is a fashion and bridal designer. In this episode, we learn how Libbi became interested in Fashion Design and how she turned it into a career in a not-so-fashionable place. Libbi has a Bachelor of Science from Kansas State University in Apparel and Textiles with a specialization in Design and Production. Since graduating in 2019 she has been in the fashion and bridal industry working at Vanya Designs a custom bridal shop. You can follow her on Instagram @libbijessen and follow @vanyadesignsbridal anywhere on social media to follow along her fashion...
2023-07-1816 minThree Cheese Blend1. Jonathan JessenJonathan Jessen, the oldest sibling of Three Cheese Blend is a Landscape and Event Lighting Designer in Wichita, KS. In this episode, we discuss Jonathan's career in the design industry, how he got started, and where he is today.
You can give him a follow on social media @jjslandscapemanagement and @grandlightingsolutionsict Thanks for listening and give us a follow anywhere on social media @threecheeseblendpod
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2023-07-1831 minThree Cheese BlendTrailer: Three Cheese BlendPOV: The podcast idea has left the group chat. Three siblings all in the design world have come to tell you how their passions have turned into a career. Jonathan, the oldest, is a Landscape and Event Lighting Designer. Libbi, the middle, is a Fashion Designer that designs and makes custom wedding gowns. Emma, the youngest, works as an interior designer. You'll learn about their careers, and how the Midwest is an attractive place. They'll sit down and speak with other industry professionals to share their love for the industry. Follow us on social media @threecheeseblendpod
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