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Hi Darlings, in honor of #TBT (Throwback Thursday) I am posting one of my all time favorite DIY looks. I made this dress using Vogue 8787 in December of 2012 and it’s still in my closet. Although I purge my closet every season to make room for more DIY’s I won’t ever let go of this baby. It’s flattering, black, has a great neckline and it’s fully lined. Below is the initial pattern review I did. Pattern HERE / Fabric HERE /Shoes (old) Pattern Description: Misses Dress Vogue 8787 Lined dress has fitted bodice variations, midriff, tapered or flared skirt and back zipper. Pattern Sizing: I cut size 6 Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done with it? Yes Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, they are pretty clear and the bodice comes together quickly. What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I love the neckline and although the image on the envelope is not that flattering I knew it just needed some tapering at the knee and a little length. Fabric Used: Leggero Knit HERE that has a subtle stretch but a great firmness. Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I just pegged it at the hem because I don’t like the straight down format he hips look. I also lined it using my bag method instead of the way they have you do it in the pattern instructions.  Bag method means I constructed the bodice and bodice lining and attached them to one another, then I attached the midriff section and midriff lining to the bodice and then attached the skirt to the midriff; once I did that I attached the skirt lining to the skirt at the HEM….yep the hem… I pulled the skirt up and attached the skirt lining at the waist to the midriff lining and finally I hand stitched the lining to the zipper. I could technically wear this dress inside out if I wanted too, LOL Would you sew it again? I don’t know, I might one day. #TBT #V8787 #patternreview #DIY #LBD

Hi Darlings!! I am so excited to post this contest because it’s just another way I get to thank you for all the support you guys show me. Since we know we are going to be having such a great time in NY for the pattern signing I wanted to give you guys something fun to do too! so here are the contest rules. How To Enter: 1.  You MUST create a 10-15 sec video of how “Sewing with Mimi G” makes you HAPPY. 2. Video must include an image, Mimi G. pattern, Web Screenshot, Mimi G Tee (anything that has the Mimi G logo or likeness) Be creative in your videos! Sing, dance, recite a poem, lol! 3. Have FUN, be creative and make sure you use the proper hashtags #SewingWithMimiG email your videos (instructions below) and post and tag me on social media. How To Submit: 1.Email your 10-15 sec. videos to admin@mimigstyle.com 2. Post to your Facebook, IG, Twitter and tag Mimi G along with the following hashtag #SewingWithMimiG (you must be following me on one of the social media sites Facebook, IG, Twitter in order for me to view them. 3.Winner will win $300 Gift Card to shop at Michael Levine Fabrics Online or InStore. 4. Contest will run from 9/3 (today) until 9/14 – Winner will be randomly selected on Sept 15, 2014 #sewing #patternsigning #contest #meetngreet #michaellevine

Hi Darlings, I hope you guys enjoyed your long weekend. I am so excited about the NYC pattern signing and meet and greet! with over 300 RSVP’s it’s going to be a great. I will be announcing other cities soon so stay tuned. Today’s dress is what I wore to church on Sunday. It’s a #DIY with a few modifications using New Look #6301 and some great ITY I had in my stash. You can read the review below along with fabric link options. Pattern HERE/ Fabric ITY Solids HERE and ITY Prints HERE /Forever 21 Belt / Aldo Heels Pattern Description: New Look 6301 HERE Faux Wrap Dress Fabric Used: I used a black ITY knit. You can view  ITY Solids HERE and ITY Prints HERE Pattern Sizing: I cut the size 8 and graded down the entire bodice removing almost 3″ total. Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope ? Sort of lol! Were the instructions easy to follow? They are easy and very clear. I did not use them but did sad them for the sake of the review. What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I wanted to make a casual maxi dress using a wrap dress pattern and this one had everything I needed to achieve the look. Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I made the neckbands wider by 1″ and I extended the skirt to make it a maxi. I omitted the sash and used a store bought belt. Would you sew it again? Yes, I will never own to many maxi dresses or wrap dresses and this pattern was great to work with. Would you recommend it to others? YES. #review #pattern #newlook #wrapdress #LBD #6301 #Maxi

Hi Darlings, as you know STITCHED9 rarely has a sale because we run such limited quantities but today we are having a 10% OFF LABOR DAY SALE! on three select styles for our fashionistas. VISIT STITCHED9 For my DIY Darlings I am have put all of my DIY Sewing Tutorials on sale until tomorrow so CLICK HERE for TUTORIALS to get your sewing tutorial. Last but certainly not least, Michael Levine Fabrics is having a 20% OFF ALL FABRICS ONLINE! Hope you have an enjoyable day and I will chat with you tomorrow! FOR MY NON SEWING DARLINGS! *Length on jumper is customizable* email questions to info@stitched9.com FOR MY DIY DARLINGS….Tutorials are on sale!! #stitched9

Hi Darlings, visit the Michael Levine blog to see my favorite trend for fall and easy ways to get the looks below using commercial patterns. I also posted pattern and fabric links to make it easy. Head over and take a look www.lowpricefabric.blogspot.com #fall #lowpricefabric #michaellevine

Hi Darlings and TGIF! In the spirit of #FBF (Flashback Friday) I decided to wear one of my favorite DIY dresses, McCall 6320 from a few summers back. The fabric was from a trip to NY but I listed some other options below. I am wearing my strapless bra and my short Jockey Skimmies to avoid panty lines. Pattern HERE / Fabric Options HERE, HERE / Steve Madden Heels (optional) HERE / Aldo Clutch Pattern: M6320 View C Fabric Used: Print Double Knit (options) HERE, HERE, HERE Pattern Sizing: I cut size 6 and still had to adjust the fit, it was too big. Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope when you were done? Yep Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes. The pattern pieces come together quickly and the princess seams makes it easy to adjust. What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I liked the one shoulder bodice but did not like the skirt with front pleats so I removed them and replied them with darts. #M6320 #mcalls #oneshoulder #cobaltblue #Dress

Hi Darlings! I am so crazy in love with this jumpsuit I bought a few weeks back. I saw it in several colors, but this floral print was just so bold, and you guys know I love bold. It’s the perfect date night look and to top it off it’s comfy. I wore a low front strapless bra from VS and my Jockey Skimmies to avoid panty lines. Over the next few days, you guys will see my post for Michael Levine where I will be talking runway to everyday and covering one of my favorite fall trends. Then we are off to NYC for a few Fashion Week events and of course my pattern signing! Hope you guys have a wonderful day, and I will see you tomorrow with a Flashback Friday DIY look. Foreign Exchange Jumpsuit (solids) HERE / Steve Madden Barley There Heels HERE #florals #ForeignExchange #jumpsuit #stevemadden

Hi Darlings, I hope you guys are having a great week so far! We just got back in town and hit the ground running. This month has been so fun and exciting for me. With the growing projects and excitement over the patterns I have been crazy busy but I wouldn’t have it any other way! This past Sunday my oldest daughter turned 21….can you believe it? It goes by so fast. I had to stop and take it all in…I have a 21 year old daughter….wow! LOL! On another note, I can’t wait to get to NY for my pattern signing and another exciting meeting that I can’t wait to share with you guys. If you are in NY make sure to read THIS post and Rsvp. Today I am sharing a haul video from last visit to F21. Today’s look is a favorite go-to for me…..jeans, oversized sweater (in the video) and barley there heels are so chic and sexy, and still casual enough for everyday runs. Floral Denim Shirt HERE / Polka Dot Denim Shirt HERE / Grey Sweater HERE / Southwestern Inspired Sweater HERE / Rolling Stones Tank HERE / Hooded Tank HERE / Paris Tee HERE / Blazer HERE Gap Jeans HERE / F21 Sweater HERE / LV Bag / Steve Madden Heels HERE #sweater #lv #leopard #forever21 #oversized #Jeans #heels

Hi Darlings! Okay so I am hosting a Twitter Party along with #TRESemmé for their #AmpUpYourStyle campaign August 26th, starting at 10:00am PST/1:00pm EST I’ll be sharing cool hair tips, including how I eliminate my daughters ponytail flyways with the #TRESemmé Finishing Serum. #ampupyourstyle,  and awarding 10 prize packs during the party (2 prizes per question) Each prize pack will include one (1) $40 Wal-Mart Gift Card (ARV $40) and one (1) bottle of TRESemmé Keratin Smooth Heat Protection Shine Spray, 8 fl oz (ARV $5). See how you can #AmpUpYourStyle http://bit.ly/1rPh3AS JOIN THE TWITTER PARTY!! August 26th, starting at 10:00am PST/1:00pm EST To enter to win just join the conversation by tweeting an original tweet (no ReTweets) and include the hashtag #ampupyourstyle An InLinkz Link-up This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of TRESemmé‎. #ampyourstyle #styling #Tresemme

Hi Darlings, as some of you may remember, I along with five other bloggers joined the Vanity Fair Lingerie “Women Who Do” blogger program. The “Women Who Do” initiative is an uplifting campaign dedicated to praising and celebrating everyday triumphs of women and since I focus most of my energy on making sure this blog is a motivating and uplifting experience I was thrilled when they asked me to join. What was most inspiring to me about the “Women Who Do” initiative was the dedication to praising and celebrating the everyday triumphs of women everywhere. Dress for Success is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, career development tools and a network of support. To date, Dress for Success has helped more than 775,000 women work towards independence and self-sufficiency. The LiftTOUR is making its way around the U.S. uplifting women like you for more shape and support.  For every fitting they do, they will donate a fabulous new bra to Dress for Success! On Tuesday, the LiftTOUR made its way to Los Angeles so I of course I stopped in to get fitted and donate a new bra to the program. I had a great time seeing first hand the impact they are making. Please make sure to check the LiftTOUR SCHEDULE so that you too can get fitted and support other  amazing women at the same time. #vanityfair #dressforsuccess #lifttour #undergarments #bras

Hi Darlings, well we have had a crazy few weeks with the release of the Simplicity Patterns and all the excitement. If you missed it yesterday, I posted all the fabric links, video tutorials that accompany the patterns, and the link to purchase! You can read that post HERE. As for today’s look, it is comfy and casual. I am running a few errands today in preparation for another trip we are taking this weekend. It’s a short weekend trip but a very important one 😉 The jeans I have on are old, I got them at Forever 21 a few years back but I posted a similar pair below. The shirt is also a vintage wash denim shirt from Forever 21 and my shoes I got on clearance a few years back from Steve Madden. I provide links to similar options below. Floral Jeans (option) HERE / Denim Shirt (option) HERE / Clunky Heels (option) HERE or HERE #denim #Vintage #Floral #stevemadden #clunkyheels

Hi Darlings! I am so excited to see all the Instagram pics, Facebook tags and twitter mentions of the patterns finally arriving at stores. They have already started arriving in stores across the US including Joann, Hancock, Walmart, Hobby Lobby and more. Over the next week or two they will be everywhere so don’t worry if your local store has not yet received them. Also, if your store has already sold out (many have) simply request that they restock! If you don’t have a store near you now you can order the patterns on the Simplicity website! www.simplicity.com  #1276 /#1283 As part of my patterns with Simplicity you also get free step by step sew along videos for each view; I have added those videos below. You can also subscribe to my YouTube channel to watch. Lastly, I have listed the fabrics I used below as well as links and if you are in NYC make sure you RSVP to admin@mimigstyle.com to attend my pattern signing and meet and greet on Sept 6th at the Brooklyn Craft Co. **Save 10% Off Total Purchase of fabric below by using code “MIMI10** FABRIC OPTIONS #1283: Skirt and Pants: Double Knits , Stretchy Denim (min. 3% spandex) or Stretch Wovens (3-6% spandex)  / Top: Striped Knits, Rayon Blends, Bamboo Knits / Jacket: Plaid, Wool, Wool Blends, Double Knits, Lightweight Denim, Printed Double Knits *Note: For the high waist trousers I suggest using a heavier weight Double Knit such as THIS, THIS, THIS, THIS, and THIS (they are all 13 oz. per square yard) FABRIC OPTIONS #1276: Dresses: Double Knits, Striped Knits, Rayon Blends, Bamboo Knits, Rayon Prints, Printed Double Knits LINING: Tricot FABRICS I USED FOR DRESSES White, Purple, Coral, Taupe FABRICS I USED FOR SPORTSWEAR Black for Pants/Skirt, White In Skirt , Eggplant Pants/Top in tutorial, Jacket, Striped Top VIDEO TUTORIALS: I hope you find the sew along videos helpful and I cant wait to see all your finished garments. Please make sure to tag me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter so that I can see your pics. I would also really love it if you could use the following hashtags #mimigforsimplicity #mimigdarling PATTERN #1283 VIEW A TOP #Simplicity #patternsigning #michaellecine #tutorials #meetandgreet