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Hi Darlings! Today’s look is DIY but an old one, I made and reviewed this dress in 2012, and I have only worn it once. I thought I had given the dress away long ago, but I must have really liked it and decided to keep it. I try to recycle my clothing as much as possible by giving it to charity, the girls at church, friends, but now and then I make something that I must keep. How good are you guys at purging? DIY Dress V8787 / Fabric Options HERE or HERE / Steve Madden Heeled Sandals HERE #cowlneck #DIY #Dress #leopard

Hi Darlings, When I was in Atlanta the first time Adrienne, and I hit the mall (of course), and I saw these Enzio shoes that I had to have! The color os amazing and they are just super sexy to me. Now usually I wear very tall heels (5+ inches) but these work great with pants and especially denim. I am keeping it clean and fresh today with a classic white shirt. Gap Classic Shirt HERE / Gap Jeans HERE / Enzo Angiolini Heels Brodee HERE / Target Bag (similar) HERE / Zara Necklace (gifted) #colbalt #Jeans #whitebuttonup

Hi Darlings! I hope you are having a good week so far. I have been working hard trying to get the conference in order because 4 months is just not enough time; we have such a big group this year! I also have not had much time to sew for myself so I need to carve out time so I can sew a few gems and post some DIY’s. For those asking…YES, I have some more tutorials coming soon. I apologize for the delay, but I have worked out a new schedule for myself that will allow more tutorials on a more regular basis. Today’s look is causal, cute and flirty and budget friendly! F21 Polka Dot Skirt HERE / F21 Denim Jacket HERE / Target Tank / Jessica Simpson Platforms / Target Bag / Necklace (gifted) #denimjacket #mini #polkadots #tank #jessicasimpson

Hi Darlings! I wanted to share pics of my muse Kelly who made the Mini Peplum using my TUTORIAL. I always love watching how Kelly rocks her versions of my tutorials! I also made a quick video on my daily makeup look which many of you have asked me about. I love that you guys enjoy my silly makeup videos and so I want to make sure to share more of those with you. Mimi G Mini Peplum Tutorial HERE

Hi Darlings, I woke up feeling some kind of way about this rain we are having. When Tony, Toni, Tone wrote “It Never Rains In Southern California“ they lied! lol so today is as casual as it gets for me. On another note I am taking a new class tonight…”Twerk Cardio” #dontjudgeme and don’t laugh either. I always love to try new things and since I am unsure that my body can even move in that manner I am going to go embarrass myself. #wishmeluck F21 Army Green Shirt (similar) HERE / Converse HERE / AE Jeans HERE / Necklace @ F21 / Glasses Vintage Find in ATL

Hi Darlings! I hope you guys are having a great week so far. I am trying to get back into the swing of things after my trip so I am leaving you with some pics and links. I missed you guys. The skirt is my Regal Maxi Tutorial just made in the shorter version and the top is a lace jumpsuit I found at Forever 21 (links below) the bag is my new LV which i picked up while in Atlanta. DIY Skirt Tutorial HERE / Fabric Used 100% Wool Gabardine (other options) HERE, HERE, HERE / Steve Madden Shoes HERE / LV Bag HERE / Lace Body Suit HERE #bag #lacetop #lv #regal

Hi Darlings! I am traveling over the next few days so I have gotten a bit ahead of myself and prepared my posts for today and tomorrow. While packing I pulled out a few things that I haven’t worn in a while (like the floral dress from Tuesday) it is always “finding” things in my closet. This is a really easy dress to make using Vogue 8898. I wore and posted it last year HERE; The best thing about this dress is that you can wear it belted or not (both views shown below) I am off to start my day so I will chat with you guys tomorrow……xoxo DIY Dress Pattern HERE / Fabric options HERE / Steve Madden Shoes HERE / Belt F21 #8898 #Chevron #vogue #stevemadden #Dress

Hi Darlings! Today I am rocking my easy DIY poncho which I made as part of my collaboration with Michael Levine. The step by step video tutorial is posted on their blog today so go check it out HERE. DIY Poncho Tutorial HERE / Jeans HERE / Coach Sunnies (similar) HERE / Steve Madden Wedges (no longer on site) similar HERE www.lowpricefabric.blogspot.com #free #poncho #tutorial

Hi Darlings! I am traveling again this week so I have been trying to put things in order before leaving. I was going through my closet and found this dress! I made almost two years ago. I LOVE this dress because the fabric is just so divine! as a matter of fact if you live in Atlanta there is a fabric store called Fine Fabrics and they had a few rolls of this fabric when I was last there. Mine came from Gorgeous Fabrics at the time. I love the print because it works all year round. Some floral patterns are sometimes seasonal but this particular floral pattern has worked for me during every season. I hadn’t worn it since I was last photographed in it so I thought I would pull it out and wear it again with different shoes, keeping it really simple. The original pattern review for this dress can be found HERE My shoes are from Zara #DIY #Dress #Floral #nudeshoe

Hi Darlings! I am running a little late with today’s post because I woke up a little under the weather and had a slow start to my day. I also made a very big decision today and so my mind has been in a million places (a wonderful decision). I am also so excited to announce that I am already SOLD OUT! for the 3rd Annual Mimi G Sewing, Fashion & Style Conference 2014! In less than 3 days we are not only sold out but OVER SOLD so I am in the midst of getting a larger space, lol! Today’s dress has been in the making for some time but I just hadn’t gotten around to finishing it. The fabric is part of that same fabric I used for the Lil Green Dress and my Leggings/ Workout Tutorial. It is very similar to a neoprene which I have been using for months before it hit the runways, it is such a fun fabric to work with and very forgiving! DIY Dress Pattern HERE / Fabric HERE / Steve Madden Heels HERE (on sale) Pattern Description: B5985 (on sale for $2.99 right now) Pattern Sizing: I cut the smallest size which is a 6 but it was still huge before I did any fit adjustments. Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done? Yes Were the instructions easy to follow? Yes, this dress is really simple to put together. What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I did not like the pattern envelope but I could see beyond it so I figured I would give it a shot. Fabric Used: Athletic Spandex (very similar to neoprene) found HERE **Use code PRESIDENT20 for 20% OFF) Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I had to grade it down a significant amount. I removed almost 4″ of ease in the skirt and 2.5″ of ease on the bodice. I shortened view A by 4″ because the longer below the knee was not a good look for me. Would you sew it again? No I only need of these but it is a nice and easy dress to make. #leopard #butterick #flounce #5985 #DIY

SEATING IS LIMITED AND TICKETS SELL OUT FAST! REGISTER HERE The 3rd Annual Mimi G Sewing, Fashion & Style 2014 is the must attend event of the year. This will be an AMAZING event filled with seminars, video demos, live demos, special speakers, a private fabric shopping trip. NEW!!!! Mimi G teaches on the business of blogging, starting a creative business, pricing yourself and how to turn your idea into a business. YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS IT! **There will be giveaways, gift bags, cash prizes and a ton of FUN!!**If you have ever wanted to learn the fundamentals of sewing, intermediate techniques and advance tricks & tips all in a 2 day fun filled weekend event, then it is time to sign up and get ready because these two days will be just what you need and great for ALL SKILL LEVELS. ** Aside from the great lessons, video demos, live demos, special speaker, fabric lessons and shopping trip you will be in a room with women who have the same passion and desire to learn. You will make new friends and gain so much from this two day event. The beauty of LOS ANGELES is the incredible access we will have to the fashion district, a more than 13 block radius of FABRIC including our “host” Michael Levine Inc. where we will spend a glorious time shopping with my guidance and assistance. I will answer all your questions, help you decide on fabric and will give you advice on things to avoid. To view some pics from last years conference click HERE and HERE Saturday 7/19 – 8:30am Sign In, pick up your badge and take a seat! **Please note that ALL video demos shown during the conference will be made available to all attendees for future access and reference as part of your ticket** JULY 19TH DAY 1 9:00am – 5:00pm (more detailed timeline will be given closer to the event) Fundamentals Of Sewing: We will be covering a lot of info in a short period of time. The first portion of the morning will be focused on the fundamentals of both basics and intermediate sewing techniques There will be several video demos for you guys to reference back to after the conference. Fundamental: The basics and more.. I will be sharing some of my must know techniques in the following areas. Plus why, when and how these techniques are used. Under-stitching, Stay-stitching, Topstitching, Basting stitches Sewing curves, clipping corners, trimming seams allowances Interfacing types and uses, seam allowances reinforcing seams and shoulders facings vs, binding, creating facings, using binding as a finishing technique. (video demos) Fundamentals: The most important finishing techniques for intermediates How to set in sleeves, insert flat sleeves, gathering, easing and clipping sleeves. Zippers: Types, how to install, using them as a decorative element including fly fronts for pants Covered buttons, bound buttonholes, regular buttonholes Seam finishes: Hong Kong, Flat Fell, Serged, Rolled etc. (video demos) Pattern Fitting & Understanding: Including PLUS SIZE fitting adjustments Pattern Understanding, cutting, sizing and more. Common Fitting issues & adjustments PLUS SIZE adjustments to commercial patterns (what to do when they don’t have your size) Bodice fitting including full bust adjustments and small bust adjustments Pattern Making Basics: How to create a basic bodice sloper (video and live demo) Dress-forms vs. Self Fitting Creating muslins for your designs Draping vs. Flat Pattern Drafting Draping and adjusting a bodice block (live and video demo) Drafting a sleeve (live and video demo) *Lunch Break* Pattern Creativeness: How to use one pattern for many styles Franken-patterning: How to combine patterns and make them fit How to use patterns as sloper for ideas you want to bring to life Fabric: Identifying and choosing it How to identify it How to purchase it online How to learn content What to avoid if new to sewing How to pair it with what is in your head (you will be able to put this information to the test during our fabric shopping trip on day 2) Q&A: Open floor to ask your questions, get specific answers to things you have wondered, wanted to ask or need clarification on. JULY 20th DAY 2 9:00am – 4:00pm Fabric Shopping Trip!!! We will all board a charter bus that will take us to the fashion district where we will shop, shop, shop! *Lunch Break* Lunch will provided on Sunday for you! Business of Blogging 101: How to start, grow and expand your blog/brand How to start & what to avoid! Growing your audience Creating interest and return visitors When to expand and monetize How to turn your idea, passion or dream into a profit Learn if your idea is feasible or if you need to adjust your plan (get feedback and useful information) Learning the basics of rankings, labeling your images, getting indexed and more Starting a Creative Business: How to take your idea to the bank! The 1,2,3’s of setting up a a creative business How to price yourself and ask for what you are worth Working with clients The financial aspect of your business, setting up, paying yourself and more Websites, logos, branding, marketing….why, when and how! Sample business models, why they work and how to learn from them Open floor discussion on idea sharing and creating. Q&A: Open floor to ask your questions, get specific answers to things you have wondered, wanted to ask or need clarification on. Hotel Recommendations + Event Location (LAX is the closest airport to the event) LA Live is the BEST most exciting new area of Los Angeles/ Staples Center and the ESPN Zone are next door to hotel for the men joining their spouses** JW Marriott @ LA Live (Event Hotel) 900 West Olympic Boulevard · Los Angeles, CA 90015 Special rate of $239 per night / Call the hotel group reservations to book: 877-622-3056 (reference Mimi G Sewing Conference) or click HERE Double Tree Hotel (more reasonable rate) 120 South Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, California, 90012 Good Hotel, Close By & Reasonable (Advance Purchase) $135.00 per night Radisson Hotel Los Angeles (most reasonable rate) Near The Airport (15 min drive to Event) room rate is $97 per night If you are interested in SHARING a room with another guest send me your name and I’ll try to match you guys up! Registration fee’s are non-refundable NOTE: Payment plans will not be available until March for seats that may still be available. Early Bird $170 2/13-3/1 Regular Rate $189 3/2 – 7/1 CLICK TO REGISTER NOW!

Hi Darlings! You guys know that my style changes depending on my mood, as most people. So I thought I would do a 3 look post to show how my look can vary depending on my mood and how easy it is to do with on simple black pencil skirt that you can make yourself in under an hour! If you ever wanted to learn to sew and found it to be confusing, boring or just daunting you should FIRST try my FREE Pencil Skirt Tutorial!! This is the easiest, fastest and most gratifying DIY you can do. I walk you through all the steps so you end up with the most useful item in a woman’s closet….the pencil skirt. At the bottom of the post you will find the Step by Step video and original post! My crop top Forever 21 and is currently on sale for $10.99 HERE / Shoes are Steve Madden HERE Look #1 Sassy! I love high waist skirts and crop tops, they have a very slimming effect because they both meet at the smallest part of the waist making the eye focus at the center of your body. The crop top gets a bad wrap but in reality if worn correctly can work for both slim women as well as plus size women and everything in between. If you are more comfortable you can always wear it with a nice button down or long t-shirt underneath like Adrienne did with THIS look. My Denim Top is from the GAP HERE / My shoes are Steve Madden HERE Look #2 Causally Dressy This is the easiest look to pull off because it has two of my favorite things, a pencil skirt and denim shirt. The possibilities of this look is endless. You can wear ANY shoe you want because this is a neutral as it gets. You can add pops of color, funky, classy or dressy accessories, change or add a bag for texture, color or fun and you can even throw on some funky sneakers and work it out! Grateful Dead T-shirt (courtesy of my daughter) / Steve Madden Shoes HERE Look #3 “Just Kicking It” This I think is the most “I am so effortless with my style” look inspired by my daughter. It shows that you can pair almost anything with a pencil skirt to get a chic and effortless look. Adding  funky heels and sunnies pulls the look together and keeps it looking cool. I can always wear a t-shirt and pencil skirt as long as I have on heels.! lol HERE is the original post and below is the STEP BY STEP VIDEO! #DIY #pencilskirt #style #tips