Fabric

I have had many people ask for fabric pictures on this blog, so here goes. These are some of the fabrics I have in my stash right now, along with the others that you see featured in the blog photos (for the most part!)

As always, if you have something specific you like, let me know and I will do my best to find it for you!

PURSE PARTY!

Okay, so I apologize that it has been 3 months (yikes!) since my last post. Life has been very busy around here...as it is with everyone! In my life, the computer takes last priority when I get busy, so thus the lack of blogging. I figure it is more important that I do my sewing so I have happy customers!

Thanks to Mrs. A and some wonderful ladies in Atwood, I threw my first Purse Party in late November! It was a great success and a lot of fun (I had fun, anyway!)

At the purse party, I showcased a few new designs. These included the pocket purse, large and small slouchy bags, pretty pleated purse, and my favorite--a tote bag! All are ecouture bags, and are pictured below.

Mrs. A--Thanks for being a wonderful first hostess and giving me this opportunity. I hope everyone is enjoying their purses! And mom, thanks for being a good model.

And now on to the bags, because that is really what you want to see anyway...

The pocket purse


The large slouchy bag (a new favorite, next to the tote)


The original Victoria...I always love this bag, it doesn't matter what fabric!


The pretty pleated purse makes little girls very happy!


The small slouchy bag--another good choice for the little girl in your life


The tote


Lots of pockets!


Exterior side pockets would be good for bottles, bottled water, cell phones. Front pockets good for keys, pens, etc. and optional back pocket could house a calendar or changing pad! The options are endless.

Diaper bag--style meets versatility!

Wear it as a shoulder bag...

...wear it as a backpack...

...throw it over your stroller handles...

...all with the ease of functional, stylish, simple clasps...

...add a coordinating diaper clutch and changing pad...

...and you've got one great diaper bag!

The newest style in the MandiMoo ecouture line, this boxy backpack is functional, versatile, stylish...a "gotta-have" on any new (or seasoned!) mom's list! Order early for Christmas! And of course, LINED with pockets and elastic bottle loops!

As one recent customer, Meg S., commented, "Ok, the diaper bag rocks. It's easy to carry and I haven't even switched out the strap to the backpack...now if I could just remember where I put stuff with the multitude of pockets we will be in business. I think I find a new pocket everyday!"

Just to give you an idea, this bag features 2 outer pockets under the flap, and one outer pocket on each side, all great for keys, cell phone, wallet, and other items that need to be in easy reach. Inside, you will find 2 bottle loops on each side, and no less than 6 pockets on the inside front and 4 on the inside back! That is a total of 14 pockets and 4 bottle loops!

That is MY kind of diaper bag!

Receiving blanket/onesie combo

MandiMoo receiving blankets are the perfect size at approximately 45" x 36". Large enough for swaddling your newborn, small enough for baby to carry around, and still plenty of room to throw over a napping two and 1/2 year-old little guy!

Receiving blankets can be either single or double. Singles are typically one piece of flannel with a finished edge. Doubles are two layers of fabric--either two layers of flannel back to back or one flannel and one cotton layer, back to back with a cute coordinating rick-rack edge.

The coordinating onesies shown here are appliqued or reverse appliqued (the first close-up is reverse appliqued--the fish print is sewn to the inside of the onesie and then the onesie is cut so you can see the fish print).

All appliques have an iron-on interfacing inside to prevent the stitching from scratching or rubbing baby's delicate skin!

As always, I can find fabric to suit just about any taste!

Moo-of-the-Month: Lil' Punkin'

Moo-of-the-Month: As time goes on, I *hope* to offer a "Moo-of-the-Month" each month...for now, we will start with this cute Halloween tie-dye t-shirt/onesie and see how it goes!

All shirts are hand-dyed and hand-painted by MandiMoo in my home studio! Each shirt will be unique!

If you order by September 25, I will have your order shipped by October 3. Please specify the size, whether you want a onesie (long-sleeve or short-sleeve), short-sleeved t-shirt or long-sleeved t-shirt, and the address you want it shipped to. Shirts are $12 with shipping and any applicable taxes. Additional shirts are only $10! You can order by email mandimoo37 at hotmail dot com or by phone 785.565.1392. Payment must be received prior to shipping your order.

Order just in time to celebrate October and the coming Halloween season!

Discounts for plastic bags

First, a picture of the MandiMoo I currently carry. This was my first attempt at the Victoria bag, and have made some changes since (adding hardware, for one!) This purse was made from leftover material from some blackout curtains I made for a customer on the East Coast.

Now on to business!

Second only to "how much does a MandiMoo Design cost?" is the question about receiving a discount for supplying the bullseye bags that work so well for the lining (please note that I only use these bags because the meltability is SO much better than other bags...I am in no way using the bullseye design or that store as a way to sell my items).

*When you supply enough bags for me to make a diaper bag (25!), you will receive a 15% discount on your next purchase. Only one discount per item. The best way to redeem your discount is to supply the bags when placing an order. They stuff nicely into a manila envelope and mail for just a small amount of change. Write a note with your name, address, and a reminder of the item you are ordering so that I can give you the appropriate discount. I will also give a 1% discount for every 2 bags that you provide, up to 10% (after that, you may as well just wait for 5 more to get the 15% discount).

Of course, I also take free will "donations" of your plastic bullseye bags!

*Policy subject to change based on how easy it is for you, and me, to keep track of! Stay tuned...

What do your items cost?

This is a question I have received a lot lately, both on blog comments (thanks for all of the comments, by the way...fun to see new names checking out MandiMoo!) and by email.

My philosophy behind MandiMoo Designs is to provide "fun, functional, fashionable, affordable" items to women like myself. As a mom on a budget, I know that fashion can't always win out if the price tag is high! With that said, I try to put myself in your shoes. I always ask myself...would I buy it for that price? How does it compare to other similar items? Can I make it myself? (I hope you aren't asking yourself that question, for my sake! haha)

With that said, I am listing a few of the MandiMoo items and what you can purchase them for.*
Victoria purse $40
Diaper bag, messenger style $75
Diaper bag, boxy style $100
Diaper clutch $15
Changing pad $7
COMBO Diaper bag (messenger style), diaper clutch and changing pad $90
COMBO Diaper bag (boxy style), clutch and changing pad $115
Laptop bags starting at $100
Crib sets starting at $100 plus price of materials (this can vary a lot depending on the items you want and the fabric that you purchase. $100 plus materials would include a bumper, crib skirt and basic window treatment...quilts, blackout curtains, rocking chair pillows, etc. would increase cost of both materials and labor)

Shipping is not included. I typically ship Priority Mail, $5-$10 depending on the item.
*Prices subject to change. MandiMoo will verify all prices with a buyer prior to making and shipping an item.

I will be adding more items soon, and will post prices as I do. Please let me know if you have questions!