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MASTER PIECE CHASING SENSE GULLAH ISLANDS WALL ART, 35X35
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Stratton Home Reddish Brown Tulum Woven Lantern Stand
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Drew Rose Designs Ceramic Woven Trim Planter
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Lenox Watercolor Horizons Microwave Safe Blue 12-Pc. Dinnerware Set, Service for 4, Created for Macy’s
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GULLAH CULTURE IN AMERICA (PAPERBACK)
Arthur Court Designs Sea Horse Twisted Seagrass Placemats – set of 4
Arthur Court Designs Sea Horse Twisted Seagrass Placemats – set of 4
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MASTER PIECE GATHERING GULLAH ISLANDS WALL ART, 30X40
‘Inspirations’ Note Cards by Jonathan Green
‘Inspirations’ Note Cards by Jonathan Green
Handmade Gullah Sweetgrass Drink Coasters . Traditional Hand Crafted Folk Art . Natural Woven Home Decor . Made in the USA
Handmade Gullah Sweetgrass Drink Coasters . Traditional Hand Crafted Folk Art . Natural Woven Home Decor . Made in the USA
Whitewash Wood Draped Bead 4 Light Chandelier by World Market
Whitewash Wood Draped Bead 4 Light Chandelier by World Market
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Woven Bamboo Placemats, Set of 4 By Anthropologie in Blue Size SET OF 4
Woven Bamboo Placemats, Set of 4 By Anthropologie in Blue Size SET OF 4
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BLACK BORDER : GULLAH STORIES OF THE CAROLINA COAST
Suzanne Kasler Greek Key Sham – Ballard Designs
Suzanne Kasler Greek Key Sham – Ballard Designs
GULLAH IMAGES: THE ART OF JONATHAN GREEN
GULLAH IMAGES: THE ART OF JONATHAN GREEN
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‘Inspirations’ Sheer Scarf by Jonathan Green
‘Inspirations’ Sheer Scarf by Jonathan Green
Gullah Spirit: The Art of Jonathan Green
Gullah Spirit: The Art of Jonathan Green
Lowcountry Rice Culture Note Cards
Lowcountry Rice Culture Note Cards
Finnhomy Sideboard Buffet Cabinet, Kitchen Storage Cabinet with Rattan Decorated Doors
Finnhomy Sideboard Buffet Cabinet, Kitchen Storage Cabinet with Rattan Decorated Doors
Willow Row Multi Colored Ceramic Coastal Decorative Jar – Set of 2
Willow Row Multi Colored Ceramic Coastal Decorative Jar – Set of 2
GULLAH CUISINE: BY LAND AND BY SEA
GULLAH CUISINE: BY LAND AND BY SEA
Set of 4 Natalya Ikat Stripe Placemats Gray – Ballard Designs
Set of 4 Natalya Ikat Stripe Placemats Gray – Ballard Designs
‘Southern Imagery’ Notecards by Jonathan Green
‘Southern Imagery’ Notecards by Jonathan Green
Safavieh Noely Coastal Writing Desk
Safavieh Noely Coastal Writing Desk
Goddesses by Synthia SAINT JAMES Canvas Wall Art 3 Piece
Goddesses by Synthia SAINT JAMES Canvas Wall Art 3 Piece
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Doric Upholstered Wingback Arm Chair Red Barrel Studio Body Fabric: Skylar Antique Blue
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RING SHOUT GULLAH ISLANDS – UNFRAMED PRINT ON CANVAS WORLD MENAGERIE
RING SHOUT GULLAH ISLANDS – UNFRAMED PRINT ON CANVAS WORLD MENAGERIE
MASTER PIECE LESSONS GULLAH ISLANDS WALL ART, 35X35
MASTER PIECE LESSONS GULLAH ISLANDS WALL ART, 35X35
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Mud Pie Rattan Serving Utensils
35″ X 35″ GULLAH GEECHEE CONJURE WOMAN BY SYNTHIA SAINT JAMES CANVAS ART PRINT – MASTERPIECE ART GALLERY
35″ X 35″ GULLAH GEECHEE CONJURE WOMAN BY SYNTHIA SAINT JAMES CANVAS ART PRINT – MASTERPIECE ART GALLERY
Set of 4 Woven Striped Placemats – Frontgate
Set of 4 Woven Striped Placemats – Frontgate
AFRICAN AMERICAN LIFE IN THE GEORGIA LOWCOUNTRY: THE ATLANTIC WORLD AND THE GULLAH GEECHEE (RACE IN THE ATLANTIC WORLD, 1700–1900 SER.)
AFRICAN AMERICAN LIFE IN THE GEORGIA LOWCOUNTRY: THE ATLANTIC WORLD AND THE GULLAH GEECHEE (RACE IN THE ATLANTIC WORLD, 1700–1900 SER.)
35″” x 35″” Juneteenth by Synthia Saint James Canvas Art Print – Masterpiece Art Gallery
35″” x 35″” Juneteenth by Synthia Saint James Canvas Art Print – Masterpiece Art Gallery
Gullah Geechee Home Cooking: Recipes from the Matriarch of Edisto Island
Gullah Geechee Home Cooking: Recipes from the Matriarch of Edisto Island
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MAMA DOONK’S GULLAH RECIPES (PAPERBACK)
Kouboo 1110141 Manhattan 2-Tier Console, Natural Rattan End Table, Brown
Kouboo 1110141 Manhattan 2-Tier Console, Natural Rattan End Table, Brown
carol&frank Josie Indigo Pillow
carol&frank Josie Indigo Pillow
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G IS FOR GULLAH
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Charleston Belle of The Tiny Tassel

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This accessory company has all the Charleston-charm we could possibly stand! Mimi, a business-savvy BSB, is the creator of The Tiny Tassel, a brightly colored tassel jewelry and accessories company. Whether it’s her beaded bracelets or gold-tone key chains they are all adorned with tassels.

Your Name:

Mimi Striplin

Business Name:

The Tiny Tassel

What You Provide:

Brightly colored tassel jewelry & accessories

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Where are you based?

Downtown Charleston, South Carolina

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Why did you decide to start a business?

I found that I had this fun talent of designing & making tassel jewelry & wanted to share it with others in hopes to bring them joy.

What is your favorite client story?

I participate in the Celadon Sunday Flea & once had a customer pop-in all the way from Kentucky! We communicated through Instagram & it was such a sweet surprise to meet her and have her shop my collection in person!

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What is your website?

thetinytassel.com

Who are some of your business idols?

Roxy Te, Designer of Society Social- absolutely obsessed with her classic yet fun designs & space. Love seeing her evolve her family’s business into something that is still cherished and loved today!

Emily McCarthy, Designer & Shoppe Owner-love her designs & shop idea–would love to have a small shop like hers in the future that celebrates life & brings happiness to anyone who enters!

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Do you have any mentors?

I think of my daddy as my biggest mentor! He’s an entrepreneur & hustler too! He doesn’t always understand the latest tassel trend but supports me through all of my business ventures– whether encouraging words or being my voice of reason!

What is your favorite thing about being southern?

Definitely the sweet southern charm! I think being southern is a lifestyle 🙂 I couldn’t imagine life any other way!

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What is your favorite southern dish?

Deviled Eggs, or as my Aunt Joan calls them-Angel Eggs 🙂

What is the most important thing you have done to build your business?

Obtaining the mindset of “community over competition.” Every business will face competition but I’ve found that joining together with similar businesses and networking has been the most helpful thing for my business.

What are your favorite southern brands?

Currently loving LaRoque in Columbia, SC- a classic brand that has it all– ruffles, peplums & pink!

Obsessed with Dorothy Shain’s bikini art- seriously such cute reminders of summer!

Currently craving Dottie’s Toffee, made in my hometown–Spartanburg, SC–such a sweet treat!

What is your favorite item or piece of clothing to wear/use while doing business?

My pink & navy apron that I made. My mom is a designer so she’s always encouraged us to be creative & sew things. It has a place for everything that I need & is finished off with a big navy & white striped bow.

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Michiel Perry

Michiel is a Black Southern Belle living a lowcountry life. I love all things fashion, home decor and southern! When I am not running around doing fun stuff for Black Southern Belle, I live in antique stores and have a minor obsession with historic homes 🙂

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