We’ve Been Featured: Country Living April 2013

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We’ve been featured in Country Living’s April 2013 Issue.
Not only were we featured on pg 58 but the article we were featured in had been mentioned in Sarah Gray Miller’s Editor Note.
If you’re looking for the ultimate linen closet be sure to check out the rest of the article on newsstands today.

Country Living
M&J Trimming 3/4″ Ribbon $3.98 per yard
Contact info@mjtrim.com for inquiries

M&J Bridal Salon Event

Did you know M&J has a Bridal Salon?
M&J Bridal Salon is having a Bride’s Night Out Event on April 24th 2013

Brides Night Out

Brides Night Out Wedding Event Hosted By M&J Bridal Salon & M&J Trimming

Brides Night Out brings together New York’s most creative and stylish wedding professionals from all facets of the industry. Some of our elite exhibitors include Hair & Makeup Jill Hammelman, Crate & Barrel, Blanc Noir Event Group LLC, K.I.M. Media LLC, Alpine Creative Group, Cocktail Caterers, The Booth,  Macy’s Bridal Salon by Demetrios , Sugar Flower Cake Shop, and More.

Join us and enjoy an incredible evening of drinks, music, desserts, complimentary hair & makeup trials, and endless wedding inspiration.

April 24, 2013 – 6-9pm

M&J Trimming
1008 Sixth Avenue, New York, NY 10018

Admission $25

  Each ticket purchased can be used at M&J Bridal Salon as $25 Credit towards your M&J Bridal Salon purchase.

Sponsored by: American Foliage & design Group / Levy Lighting: Lights / GreenRoom / DrapeKings / Cloth Connection

Visit Our Website for More Information: www.mjbridalsalon.com

Chains on the Runway

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Many runway shows are very intimidating. There’s a fierce model walking down with a well calculated soundtrack matching each step. We often overlook the details of each piece. While examining some of the recent runway looks, we came across M&J-like trims that resemble the most coveted pieces.

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57679-220MM Braid With Chain Velvet Ribbon

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36941-G4MM Metal Chain

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42083-n_11 1/2″ Half Stem Aluminum Chain

Lanvin Inspired Varsity DIY Necklace

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Even though we’re loving varsity embellishments on sweaters, jackets, beanies and scarves we opted to go in a different direction. Inspired by Lanvin’s Fall 2013 collection, we created this Varsity Letter necklace.
Enjoy the diy and check out MJTrim.com for supplies 

INSPIRED BY:
Lanvin’s Fall 2013 Collection

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SUPPLIES:

2” Sequin Letters Heat Seal Letters Silver/Grey/White

3 Denim Iron-On Patches

7MM Flat Curb Chain

11MM Flat Chain

19MM Metal Chain

6MM Molded Pearls

Iron

Safety Pins

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STEPS:

Iron two of the Denim Iron-On Patches together back to back with the denim on the outside.

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Place your 2” Sequin Letters Heat Seal Letters Silver/Grey/White where you’d like it to appear.

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Carefully flip it over so the letter is facing down on the ironing board.

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Gently iron the back of the denim. The heat causes the 2” Sequin Letters Heat Seal Letters Silver/Grey/White to stay in place.
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Once your 2” Sequin Letters Heat Seal Letters Silver/Grey/White feels secure, flip the denim over.
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Glue pearls around the 2” Sequin Letters Heat Seal Letters Silver/Grey/White creating a circle outline. Varsity DIY MJ Trimming

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Cut the excess denim off around the 6MM Molded Pearls.

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OPTION 1: Sew your chain around the 6MM Molded Pearls creating an additional border.
(as shown)
OR
OPTION 2: Glue your chain around the 6MM Molded Pearls creating an additional border

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Regardless of which option you selected for the previous step, leave an inch of 7MM Flat Curb Chain at the top.
Now safety pin the remaining chain together. Varsity DIY MJ Trimming

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Carry your 11MM Flat Chain chain through the loop you had just created.  

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Use an additional safety pin to secure both the 19MM Metal Chain and the 11MM Flat Chain  
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Varsity Editorial Prints

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Each of the below editorial prints demonstrates the relaxed athletic vibe of the Letterman jacket that we adore. The preppy jacket adds an instant it factor without trying too hard.

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If you’d like to make your own version of this jacket check out M&J trimming for supplies.
We love hearing from you…post pictures on our wall or tweet us

Prep School Runway Looks

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Envious of all those Gossip Girl outfits?  Here’s your chance to recreate your own GG inspired outfit sans dress codes. Designers such as Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, Opening Ceremony and A.P.C have coveted some of the preppier looks that are undeniably cool.

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Styling Tip: Try mixing and matching  prep school pieces with leather to create an edgy look or opt for the full on quirky look shown on the runway.

Top 5 Varsity D.I.Y Projects

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Varsity Letters have been a staple on high school campuses for decades. After these D.I.Y tutorials these pieces will be a staple in your closets as well.

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Check out our selection of Varsity Letters and Numbers at M&J Trimming or MJTrim.com

Varsity Street Style

What do Rydell High, Riverdale and Bayside have in common? Varsity Jackets! The high school staple has been coming back in a major way. Often referred to as a Letterman Jacket, this piece has been making waves on the streets. Below are some of our favorite preppy looks.

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Have you been rocking this look?
Send us pics #MJTrimming or post on our Facebook Wall!

Floral Sweater D.I.Y

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Upon seeing Oscar De La Renta’s Spring 2013 collection, we were in awe.  The floral embellishments had been kicked into high gear leaving us with waves of excitement. Clearly we were left with no choice but to recreate an affordable but just as fabulous piece using M&J products.

INSPIRATION:
Oscar De La Renta Spring 2013 RTW
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SUPPLIES:

Crew Neck Sweater ($7 at K-mart)

Rosette By Yard(21 Rosettes) in Light Pink

Flower By The Yard 1 1/2″

Needle

Thread

Scissors

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STEPS:

Cut each rosette individually.

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Now individually cut out each flower from the other trim.

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Lay out the flowers in a design that you’re fond of.
We spaced the flowers out but feel free to play around with the layout.

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Pin down each flower once you have finalized your design.

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Begin sewing each flower onto the sweater.

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The Final Look…

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You can find all our floral trims and brooches at our store located at 1008 Sixth Avenue, New York NY 10018 or on our website!