New! Communion Veils, Headpieces, and Accessories
By Bethany
First communion is a Catholic Church ceremony, which is considered the holiest and most important occasion in a Catholics life. First communion typically takes place at age 7 or 8, “the age of reason”. The ceremonies are usually held between April and July, but May tends to be the most popular month. This is an important festive occasion and special clothing is worn. Fancy dresses, veils attached to headpieces, and white gloves are worn in white to symbolize purity. Following the ceremony most families celebrate by having large family gatherings.
Since it is first communion season, it is time to choose your child’s accessories! Our new communion couture collection includes veils, headpieces, decorative hair jewelry and gloves. We carry unique styles that cannot be found anywhere else, as well as traditional looks that never go out of fashion. We have beautiful hair vines that are very cute and sweet. We also have hair wreaths and tiaras attached to veils to choose from. Don’t forget the gloves! Gloves with crystal designs or classic styles add a special touch to any communion outfit. Please allow two weeks ordering time for this adorable collection of couture communion pieces.
1 comment January 21, 2010
Remodel Your Lamp
By Goldie
Here is another way to add your own personal touch and style to your home from what you already own. I would like to share with you two quick and easy ways to remodel your lamp.
I used:
- 1/2 yard of feather trim Style #934-2794 (1800.9.Mjtrim)
- 1/2 yard of president’s braid Style#10054(1800.9.Mjtrim)
- 1/2 yard of ivory/black brush fringe style#0532111o(1800.9.Mjtrim)
Directions:
- Start by choosing your trim.
- Once you have decided on your trim you can glue the trim to the lamp, for this project E600 would hold the trim best.
- For the first lamp I decided to go with a funkier look with a feather trim.
- Then I glued a braided trim over the feather trim to give it a neater look.
- My second idea was more traditional, using this black brush fringe.
- You also have the option of cutting the extra string off the bottom to give it a more elegant look.
1 comment January 21, 2010
Limited Time Swarovski Rhinestone Price Reduction
It is that time of the year when most retailers are evaluating how much their Swarovski Rhinestone price should increase by because this is typically the time when Swarovski also increases their prices to vendors. However, this year, M&J Trimming is taking the other route. For a limited time we invite you to take advantage of our Swarovski Rhinestone price reduction. The special reduction is on both small and large packs. Both flatback rhinestones and hotfix rhinestone prices have been reduced. We do encourage you to take advantage of this exciting news because it only tempoary. Customers on our e-mail list will be informed prior to the expiration date.
If you are not already on our e-mail list, please sign-up to be informed on the expiration date along with future promotions.
4 comments January 19, 2010
Gossip Girl Fashion Inspiration
By Blerona
Chain and Pendant Necklace
Spring is almost here, and I’m ready for that sun to shine! Next season is all about piling on your mega-big iconic shaped pendants. Designers like Michele Scholnick, Lanvin, Baleciaga and Max Mara are all embracing this look into their collection. To get a head start, learn how to make this simple and beautiful gold chain necklace with two rare and unique pendants. In just 3 Easy Steps!
I got my inspiration from Gossip Girl, I just love the way they dress always very classy, and glamorous. I can definitely picture Serena wearing this with one of her many fabulous outfits!
Materials:
- 1.5 yards of Gold Chain Style# 42106
- 1 Pendant Style# 88741039 (For exact one call 1.800.9.MJTRIM)
- 1 Pendant/Cameo Style# 887141039 (For exact one call 1.800.9.MJTRIM)
- Pliers
Directions:
- Attach one pendant to one end of the chain.
- Attach second pendant to the other end of the chain
- Make a knot on desired location
Add comment January 19, 2010
Add a Little Shine to Your Winter Cover
With winter in full swing we are all bundled up. I happen to be a big fan of the layered look, but sometimes our layers need a bit of pizzazz. Fortunately M&J offers enough bling at the right cost, so you can bedazzle any of your outerwear. Some ideas may include adding Swarovski rhinestones to fingerless gloves a knit cap or a scarf. Take advantage of Old Man Winter’s hostility and wear some fun accessories.
M&J Trimming offers two types of Swarovski rhinestones, hot fix and flat back.
Hot fix rhinestones are applied to garments using heat, the adhesive is already fixed to the back of the stone. To apply hot fix rhinestones you may use an iron or the preferred method by using a rhinestone hot-fix setter. To learn more about using hot-fix setters please watch our video.
Flat back rhinestones are applied to garments using glue. There are two types of glue we recommend for this type of application. Depending on what type of project you are working on we recommend either E 6000 craft adhesive or Gem Tac permanent adhesive. E 6000 is an industrial strength adhesive and works great on projects that require a stronger bond, such as outdoor plant potters. E 6000 is also gentle enough to be used on clothing and is washer and dryers safe, however the curing time takes about 24 to 72 hours. Gem Tac is also a permanent adhesive that is safe for clothing, washer and dryer safe, and dries clear in about 10-20 minutes.
Add comment January 19, 2010
Sew-on Jewel Bib Necklace on Martha Stewart Show
Not too long ago M&J Trimming was featured on the Martha Stewart show. Martha’s in house designer, Hosanna Houser showed the audience how to create fashionable jewel bib necklaces using M&J’s merchandise. We are currently flooded with phone calls and emails regarding the sew-on jewel used on Hosanna’s necklace. So to answer your questions, here are some information.
Hosanna used an assorted color and sizes of glass sew-on jewels on the sample necklace. On her necklace she used the champange/silver mesh sew-on jewels. If you missed the episode and would like to watch it again, please click here.
2 comments January 18, 2010
Recreate Your Pillows
By Goldie
Seeing the results of your creative work in your home can be very satisfying. You can add your own personal style to just about anything; I would like to share with you two simple ideas you can use to recreate your own pillows by which you can express your own personal style. You can spruce up one of your own old pillows or you can purchase one. I purchased these inexpensive pillows at Kmart.
I used:
- 9 Black Organza Rosettes Style #43519001 (1.800.9.MJTRIM)
- 3 yards of Greek Key Jacquard Style #41898
Directions:
Organza rosettes pillow:
- You can apply the rosettes by using glue. I believe unique stitch glue works best.
Greek key jacquard pillow:
- Sew the trim onto the pillow. It is not necessary to stitch all around the trim fold the trim at each end of your pillow into a triangular shape and sew it together this will give your pillow a clean cut look.
Add comment January 12, 2010
Fabricate Your Own Leather and Spike Cuff
by Goldie
I would like to share with you a quick and simple way to create your own edgy cuff. I used two of my favorite items to create this cuff, leather and nail heads.
I used:
- ¼ yard of 81503 Gun Metal/ Ivory (to order please call 1-800-9-mjtrim)
- one package of Spike Nailheads
- Sew on Snaps (439320) (to order please call 1-800-9MJTRIM
Directions:
- Start by measuring your wris
- Take that measurement and add one inch
- On the back of the leather sew on one side of the snap ¼” from the edge. On the face side of the leather at the opposite end sew the other sides of your snaps ¼” from the edge.
- Apply your nail heads to the leather. Mark points to the back of the leather where you would like your nail heads to lie. Since the leather is thick you will need to use a Brisk-set Rhinestone Setter with nail head adapter to apply your nail heads. Be sure to use the correct adapter for the size nail head you use.
1 comment January 11, 2010
Decorate Your Own Napkin Holders
By Goldie
Here is a way to give your table décor the perfect final touch. Although you can make napkin holders out of just about anything, I would like to share with you some ideas I have created.
Material I used:
- 1 Rhinestone Applique Style# 41991
- 1 Frog Motif Style # 881200299
- 1 Peacock Eye Feather Style#42303 (green combo)
- 1 Swarovski Rhinestone button Style#33081
- 4.5 inches of 36mm Imported Velvet Ribbon Style#02436
- 4.5 inches of 24mm Double Faced Silk Ribbon Style# 02324
- 4.5 inches of 24mm Hand Dyed Silk Ribbon Style# 25179 (Flamingo Glaze & Hot Flash)
Directions:
These directions are very simple and quick. Start by deciding on which color combination you like, your napkins should be in front of you. Take the ribbon you have chosen and wrap it around your napkin and make sure it shapes it well you will sew the ends of the ribbon together. If you have chosen an appliqués you can attach it buy using hot glue.
3 comments January 7, 2010
Designer Inspired Floral Headpiece
By: Roseann and Goldie
Christophe Coppens is one of my favorite designers. His designs are some of the most unique out there and at times a bit preternatural. However out of this world his looks may be, drawing inspiration from his costume like designs we can create fun accessories that work in our daily wardrobe. His floral hat is the inspiration for my own floral shaped hat, created easily with rat tail cording.
Materials
- 1 ½ yards of 2mm rattail cord
- 1 Rhinestone button
- 4×4” piece of acetate
- Scrap fabric or faux leather
- 1 hair comb
- Hot glue and spray adhesive
Directions:
- Choose a rat tail cord you would like to use. M&J has a wide variety of colors.
- Use a dab of craft glue on the end of cord to keep it from unraveling.
- Create loops out of the cord and pin in the center to create a floral shape. You want to create loops of different sizes. The loops we created are no larger than 3” and no smaller than 1 ½”.
- Once you have created the desired shape hand stitch the loops together at the center.
- It is okay if the center of your flower looks a little messy. Stitch a rhinestone button to the center of your flower.
- Draw a circle 3 ½” in diameter. Draw in the radius. Draw another circle with a 4 ½” diameter.
- Use the 3 ½” circle as your pattern for the hat. Using your pattern cut a circular piece of acetate. Make a cut into the circle along the radius you marked on your pattern.
- Mark ¾” to the right of the cut you just made. Pull the left side of the cut to the ¾” mark and glue. Hot glue may work best because it dries quickest. By doing this you have created a convex shape, so the hat will sit nicely on the head.
- Use the 4 ½” circle pattern and cut a piece of fabric.
- Apply a spray adhesive to the hat and cover with fabric. Fold the corners over to the inside and glue.
- Glue your flower to the hat and a comb to the inside to keep your hat in place.
Add comment January 5, 2010
