Archive for April, 2008
Tossing The Bride’s Garter Belt
By Kristin
The history of the garter belt is quite an interesting story. After the ceremony the couple would depart to the bedroom and consummate the marriage, with guests in tow as witnesses. Guests would try to snatch pieces of the bride’s clothes in hopes that they would soon to be the next to wed. Of course couples were not too happy with this ritual so the groom would toss the bride’s garter to the guests to distract them. Today, the garter toss is a bit more civil with the groom tossing it to his groomsmen and other single men during the reception.
The bride can use her garter to express who she is as a person, coordinate to her colors or surprise her new husband with a unique themed garter. For a more traditional look, you can use any one of the gorgeous laces that M&J carries, add some elastic, a simple satin ribbon and a button. Now you have a personalized garter for your special day. You could also use a blue ribbon as your ‘Something Blue’.
Whether or not you choose to actually toss the garter is up to you, but it’s became a standard item in the bride’s attire and can be a fun way to surprise your groom on the wedding night.
- Mother of Pearl Button #24078 23mm
- 1/8″ wide silk or rayon ribbon
- 1/2″ elastic #00477 in White
- Midori DF Satin Ribbon #37306 in Mink
- Organdy Ribbon #02138 in Mint
Add comment April 28, 2008
M&J Trimming In The Media
For over 70 years M&J Trimming has carried items such as fine laces to Italian buttons. With over 5000 sq ft of items filling the walls from ceiling to floor, many editors and producers from top magazines and network television has taken notice of the wide selections that we offer. Within the industry, M&J Trimming has been defined as the “candy shop” for the fashion industry. Now into our 72nd year of business, M&J Trimming reassures that we’ll continue to stand strong within the fabric trimming industry and keep on providing our costumers with only the finest quality and widest selection.
M&J Trimming has been featured in:
You may have also seen us in the following television shows and network.
1 comment April 24, 2008
Dressing Up Your Little Black Shoe
By Milton
Rhinestone encrusted shoes are still running strong, ladies. This season the trend has graduated from decorating the tips of simple flats and moved on to high heels. The real deal is off the charts in affordability for most of you and the less expensive versions of this fashion movement are likely to be stocked with plastic jewels. And yes, you can tell the difference.
If you want the look without the price tag, it¹s only a few steps away, no pun intended. All you need is a simple pair of heels and Swarovski sew-on or flat-back jewels in the color or colors of your choice.
I created an example using Swarovski Sew-on jewels from their new line of cosmic colors. You are sure to turn some heads when your heel-clad feet are reflecting the city lights at night.
Some other alternatives are glass sew-on jewels. They’ll also give your heels a little glamor.
2 comments April 21, 2008
Your Own Louis Vuitton
By Milton
Louis Vuitton’s Spring ‘08 collection features shirts and skirts with
stripes of sequins circling the front and back. Like with all designer
clothing, I’m pretty confident that this collection’s price tag would
leave anyone stumped as to how such a simple design arrived at such an
inflated price.
It’s not always necessary to spend a large amount of money on a piece of
clothing you saw on the runway. Some pieces can easily be recreated
using pieces of clothing you already own. If you’d like you can also
purchase something similar and add little touches with embellishments to
make it look the same as the one you saw on the runway.
For example, I’ve easily recreated a piece from the Louis Vuitton Spring
collection. You can purchase a regular solid shirt from any
department store. Then with some sequin trims, sew it around the
shirt. It can easily be done by hand or with a sewing machine. It’s
just that simple!
2 comments April 14, 2008
M&J Trimming On Martha Stewart
By Dara
Photo courtesy of MarthaStewart.com
Here’s a list of items that are being used on today’s Martha Stewart show. I hope this makes it easy for those searching for the items. If you cannot view the items online, please call customer service and let them know about the item number that you’re interested in. Have fun decorating your flip flops.
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2 comments April 11, 2008
Refreshed Table Setting
By Eleah
Spring is finally here and what better way to celebrate the season than throwing a gathering for you and a few of your closest friends and family. Set the mood with homemade table decorations. The addition of a few simple elements can create a more inviting atmosphere for you and your guests. The supplies to create a sophisticated and playful table are few, and the steps to put them together are quick. In half a day you can have a matching breadbasket with fabric lining, napkin rings, candles and a runner.
This project yields 4 napkins, 1 breadbasket lining, 1 table runner, 2 candleholders and 4 napkin rings. Adjust as needed.
You Will Need:
- 1 wooden or wicker basket (can be found at most craft stores)
- Candleholders
- Napkin rings with a flat surface (see mine below)
- 4 ½ yards of cotton linen fabric
- Approx. 65 Glass rectangular Sew-on Jewels (I chose blue and white)
- 5 square Glass Sew-On Jewels (You will need these for corners)
- Sewing Machine, Needle, Thread, Scissors
- Strong bonding glue, I recommend E6000 Glue for glass and metal.
Making the Setting:
- Cut the following sizes from your fabric:
ONE -12”x38” (I cut the ends of mine into points so it wouldn’t be so simple)
FIVE- 19”x19” squares - Hem ½ inch along all raw edges…repeat with another ½ inch hem to seal the deal.
- Arrange your glass stones along the short edges of the runner and sew on (Tip: I used some fabric glue to hold the stones in place as I sewed them on)
- Arrange 1 square and two rectangular glass jewels on the corners of one of the hemmed square pieces: apply using same technique
- Arrange rectangular glass jewels on flat surface of napkin rings and begin adhering with E6000 or your glue of choice.
- Glue rectangular glass jewels along outside of candleholders
- Fold and press 4 remaining square pieces and roll into napkin rings, lay bread basket lining in your basket so the embellished corners drape over the edges, lay out runner + candles and start cooking.
- And Serve!
2 comments April 10, 2008
2nd Annual Independent Handbag Designer Award
THE INDEPENDENT HANDBAG DESIGNER AWARDS™
Handbag Designer 101 invites you to compete in the Second Annual Independent Handbag Designer Awards™, the only handbag competition of its kind in the world.To participate in the open call, you are required to upload one digital jpeg image any one or more of the following categories:
| Best Student Made Handbag | Best Handmade Handbag |
| Most Socially Responsible Handbag | Best Green Handbag |
| Audience-Selected Handbag | Best Handbag in Overall Style & Design |
All finalists will be invited to participate in the Second Annual Independent Handbag Designer Awards™ that will take place on June 18, 2008, at the New York Historical Society in New York City. Over 500 members of the fashion industry, including press and retailers, will attend the Independent Handbag Designer Awards™.
Win the opportunity to have your bags:
- Be part of a full international marketing and press tour on Handbag Designer 101
- Sold in Henri Bendel, featured in their renowned window display and even get an apprenticeship with their design team
- Featured on Bag, Borrow or Steal
- Worn on a famous celebrity on ABC’s All My Children
- Showcased at WWDMAGIC with a free booth and display-Be the BEST in its category
To learn more check out:www.handbagdesigner101.com or www.hbd101.com.
The deadline for entry is Friday, April 18, 2008.
Sponsored by:
5 comments April 4, 2008
We’re On MySpace!
Visit us at www.myspace.com/MJTRIMMING
M&J Trimming is happy to announce that we are now on MySpace.com. Visit us at MySpace and add us as your friend.
At M&J Trimming, we put great effort into building a good relationship with our Customers. Through MySpace, we can keep in contact with you as well as display items that may not be available online, but available through Customer Service. We’re also able to update you on the latest blogs as well as upcoming events and sales! Visit www.myspace.com/MJTRIMMING, add us a friend and let us know your thoughts.
“Freedom in selection gives freedom in design”
1 comment April 3, 2008
