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INVERNESS & CRANE

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It’s time to get UP CLOSE & PERSONAL with…

INVERNESS&CRANE

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I have such a special treat for you today! Here is the amazing designer….INVERNESS & CRANE! AKA:  Katelyn! Now, I had the pleasure of working with Katelyn sometime last year when I modeled and styled a shoot using her jewelry with Rebecca Mckenzie Photography! Let me tell you this, her gems are AMAZING! She works so hard at what she does, and she is also such a SWEET and awesome human being! I haven’t had the chance to officially meet her in person seeing as she lives in San Diego area and I’m in Orange County…but our online friendship is a true GEM of it’s own! Katelyn has a heart of gold, and her talent is simply wonderful.

So anyways, since I couldn’t meet up with Katelyn in person….we conducted an interview via email! Hey…..you do what you have to do right?! Well, without further hesitation….here is a closer look at the designer and brand of INVERNESS&CRANE!

Tell us a little about yourself!
-My name is Katelyn Judson and I live in Del Mar, Cali. I am the creator of the metalwork jewelry line, Inverness and Crane. I am a huge self expression advocate. I truly see people for who they are, not what they have physically or tangibly. I love to see people doing what they enjoy and excelling at it daily. I empower my friends and the people around me. I pride myself in being a loyal person. I am always staying busy with my full-time, custom, jewelry line. Although I work all the time, I can’t go a day without laughing and getting some adventure time in.
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What inspired you to create Inverness and Crane?
– I was inspired to create Inverness and Crane before I ever realized it. I have always had an extreme passion for the process and craftsmanship behind silversmithing. I started amateur metalwork at 19 and advanced my serious training throughout the years. My professional silversmith journey began on the Central Coast of CA in San Luis Obispo, 2011. Where I apprenticed under master jeweler, Kevin Main. I was taught all old and new school techniques. Once I was finished with my two year training, I decided to part ways with Kevin Main and make a name for myself.
Why did you choose the name?
-The name Inverness and Crane actually came to me before the metalwork training. I find great zen in silversmithing, but I have always thought of driving as my main meditation. I dig just putting music on and driving the nearest open road to do my thinking. I had always driven this beautiful drive in Northern Napa where I lived at the time. It was called Crane Canyon. I always did a u-turn at the same cross street each time and one day I looked up at the name, Inverness. I just loved the way the two words fit together. Having always had an entrepreneurial spirit, I promised myself that one day I would name a company exactly that.
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What are some daily things that keep you going when times get tough?
-Being a one women show, times can get tough daily. I find myself just starting with the most important thing on my agenda and crossing to-do’s off the list one by one. What keeps me going is the people I get to meet, seeing my pieces worn on women across the world, having people inquire daily about custom work and knowing that I started this dream years ago and am still at it !
Who are your music inspirations?
-My music taste is eccentric. My go-to’s are dance, rap and old school. I don’t have any favorite bands necessarily but I am always searching for new songs to play out. (because I am really good at doing that)
How would you describe your personal style?
-My personal style is usually black basics with color pops and accents. I rock my staple fringe bags, white T’s and ripped jeans and of course my RINGS 🙂 I also love dressing up.  When I do metalwork I can get very dirty so its nice to clean up after.
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Who supports you through all your hard work?
-I am blessed to have a strong support system through my boyfriend and close friends. My parents have never financially supported my line but have always emotional supported me.
What do you see in the future for your brand?
-In the future I want to gain strong wholesaling contrasts and rent a non-shared studio to bring clients in.
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What is one thing you want people to know about you/your brand?
-I want people to know the custom craftsmanship behind each piece. I custom size every order to the buyers ring size. Each item is a one of a kind and hand casted from start to finish.  So much love and good energy in each piece.
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Well, if you aren’t sold on her or her products yet…I don’t know what will! As you can see, Katelyn takes GREAT pride and effort in her work. She loves what she does and always wants to provide the best for her customers. If you want to find out more(or if you want to buy one of her pretty little gems for yourself…I know I will be soon!) I have included a few links to her stuff below! HAPPY SHOPPING!

Also! Here’s a little bonus! Here is me wearing her stuff! It’s truly amazing….I’ll be the witness of that! 😉
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xx ASH/THE MANAGEMENT