Feeling Sew Happy

It's been awhile since I've sewn anything.

So, today I made a circle skirt for Mimi using this knit flat sheet

I got from the thrift store. I'm also planning on making PJ pants

for Bub with this material since he loves Pokemon. :)

Oh, and I found this Reisenthel's Mother Child Tote Bag

online and I thought it was a great idea, so I immediately

thought, "Hey, I can make that myself."

So here is my version of the Mommy Shopping Tote Bag. :)

I used canvas for the outside and this super cute "miffy" fabric

for the lining, and handles I got from the thrift store awhile back.

There is also a little zipper pocket inside. 

I also hand drew a "miffy" on the front of the bag. :)

I think it came out awesome!! Hehehe...I love it. 

Have an awesome day! :)

Dalmatians & a Lil' bit of Kawaii

Yesterday I made a small "quilt" for Mimi.

I used some new polka dot fabric, a vintage 101 dalmatian

flat sheet I got from the thrift store awhile back, and

her baby swaddle blanket that had a big hole in it.

I didn't want to throw her baby blankey away because

she loves it soo much. So I decided to incorporate it into the quilt. :)

Today I made a Kawaii Phone Case from Mr. Kate's tutorial. 

Check it out. It's easy and super fun. :)

I made a Pink & Grey themed case with Totoro

and a lil' Hello Kitty Bow.

Super Kawaii!! :)

Hehehe....

Maxi Dress Refashion

So, I've had this tube top maxi dress for awhile.

I've seen a few DIY videos online for making a "asymetrical/fish tail/waterfall"

skirt or dress, and I thought I'd give it a try.

I liked this as a maxi dress, but I thought it would look sooo much

cuter as a "asymetrical/fish tail/waterfall" type of dress.

Seriously, what is this style called?? Different people call

this style different things, so I'm not too sure.

Anyway, this dress is made from soft jersey knit fabric,

so I just cut it and left it. I didn't hem it or anything because

I'm pretty sure that it will not fray or anything.

This time I took a BEFORE picture!! Yay! LOL!

And here is the AFTER:

I added the belt for a bit more shape.

I love how it turned out. :)

January Sewing and Refashion

I didn't post any of the things I refashioned (upcycled) and sewn last month.

Just thought I'd share them with you now. :)

Refashioned my old sweater for Mimi. Added Lace in the front.

I bought this muumuu from savers and knew I wanted to make it into a top for myself.

I saved the bottom and made a halter dress for Mimi. :)

(Sorry no before pic.)

Now for sewing...

I made this henley inspired shirt for Mimi.

Love the little bow in the back.

Here is a simple tank I made with a polka dot pocket.

Love it.

And some yoga pants.

And last but not least, this cordoroy vest and shorts.

I haven't sewn anything in a couple of weeks, and I'm itching to make something.

Hmm.....what can I sew? What can I refashion? ;)

{Made by Me} Monday - Minnie Mouse

{Made by Me} Monday - Minnie Mouse

This year I decided to make Mimi's halloween costume.

She wanted to be Minnie Mouse and I thought that would be easy enough to do.

I just made a simple peasant dress, that way she can wear it again.

Nowadays, it's unreal to spend $20 and up for something your kids will

wear for just one day! Crazy!

I have yet to decide to make Bub his costume or not. He has his mind set on a

costume he already wants. Not sure if i'm gonna be able to make that

for him in time. =/

What are your kids dressing up as for Halloween?

Are you dressing up too?

♥ Ciao,

Ber

Are you ready....?

Are you ready for Halloween??

Today I made a Mini Halloween Wreath for our door. :)

I've always seen them on others blogs, and even my sister creates

her own wreaths for different seasons (she lives on the mainland),

so I thought I'd give it a try. Finally. LOL!

I used cardboard and pages from a phonebook for the wreath,

cut out a couple bats from foam sheets,

and added some white, orange and black pom poms.

It's simple. And I like it.

PLUS, it didn't cost a thing since I had all the

supplies on hand! Yay! :)

This year I am making Mimi's costume. She wants to be Minnie Mouse.

That's pretty easy. As for Bub, he wants to be Ash from Pokemon.

I'm not sure if I'm gonna make his, or just buy it from the store.

Still debating on that one.

Have you made a Halloween wreath for your door?

Started putting up decorations?

Are you making your children's costumes this year?

I'd love to know! :)

♥ Ciao,

Ber

{Made by Me} Monday

{Made by Me} Monday - Floral Headband

For the flower, I used an easy no sew tutorial HERE.

Then I just glued it onto a headband I already had.

Super easy and cute.

I love it. Maybe because I can wear it too.

Hehe.. :)

♥ Ciao,

Ber

Wet Bags! ^_^

I finally got me some PUL material and I couldn't wait to whip up a couple "Wet Bags".

Perfect for the beach, wet swim suits, "accidents", etc.

I'm probably gonna whip up a couple larger ones for our trip in december.

What do you think? Super cute right? ^_^

♥ Ciao,

Ber

Happy Saturday! :)

It's been a week since I last posted. Been kinda lazy.....sorry.

I haven't even worked out since monday. Booo.... >_<"

Anyway, today I took the kids to Kaka'ako Park.

It was a beautiful day! :)

We had a nice picnic and they got to ride their scooters.

For dinner we met up with Papa Gary at California PIzza Kitchen.

They always love seeing their Papa. :)

Oh, and I made something today.

A backpack for Mimi. It was a trial run.

I think i'm gonna make another one with better fabric.

There is no lining or interfacing, so it's a bit flimsy.

I actually used a pattern. lol! :P

♥ Ciao,

Ber

{Made By Me} Mondays - Car Organizer

Whipped up a mini organizer for the car.

Not too big, but good to put a few things in for the kids and

books to entertain them when they get bored. :)

Don't you just LOVE this fabric????

Awesome-ness!! ^_^

♥ Ciao,

Ber

The Winner is.......!!

The winner of the Gathered Clutch is.........

FABRICMOM!!
(**please send me your address!**)

Whoohoo!! Conratulations! :D

Thank You to those who participated in this giveaway, please send me your addresses as well!!! I have a little something for each of you! :D

Stay tuned for the next one! :)


♥ Ciao,
Ber

♥ Love Bambi

Who doesn't love bambi? :P

This is one of Mimi's favorite characters.

Dalmations are still #1 though. lol. :)

I made her a peasant top. It came out sorta on the big side.

But she'll grow into it. Right? Hehehe...

(bad pic, sorry.)

♥ Ciao,

Ber

Yesterday's Sewing

Yesterday I made two purse organizers for my sisters.

I also made a drawtring tote bag (bento bag) for a lady from my church.

I had left over fabric, so I made her a zipper pouch too. (not pictured)

Happy Sewing! :)

♥ Ciao,

Ber

Something for myself...

Most of the time I sew clothes for Mimi. I've made a couple things for myself in the past, but I never really liked the outcome.

I made a dress for myself last week. It came out cute.

I added the belt and and threw on a cardigan. Cute and simple.

I actually wore it to church too. :)

I'll hopefully be making more items for my closet in the near future. :)

♥ Ciao,

Ber

Giveaway! ^_^

Hey guys!

So I decided to have a little giveaway. Haven't had one in awhile. :P

For this giveaway you will win this Gathered Clutch. Cute and Simple. :)

You will not just received the Gathered Clutch, but it will also be stuffed with little goodies for you! ^_^





How to Enter:

1) You MUST be a follower of this blog.

2) You must "LIKE" Sweet Mimi Designs on Facebook.

(**This must be completed for a 1st entry!**)


For extra entries:

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LEAVE A COMMENT FOR EACH ENTRY!!!

EX:
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PLEASE leave your email address in your comments so that I am able to contact the winner.



**Giveaway will be closed on July 26, 2011 @ 12 midnight!**


Good Luck!!! ^_^


♥ Ciao,
Ber

Totoro Crazy

So.....who else is obsessed with Totoro??

Here is a picture from the movie.



The kids have been asking to watch the movie, and daddy finally bought it last week.

So, we've been watching it for the past three nights. lol! It is such a cute movie. Even I love it. :P

Today I decided to try and sew Chibi Totoro (the small white one). I think it came out pretty cute. The only problem is that the kids keep fighting over it. >_<




♥ Ciao,
Ber

Hot Day.

Today was a hot day. Perfect for ice pops and water play. :)





Did a little sewing tonight. Made a cute bear sling bag for Mimi. I think it came out kinda cute. :)




♥ Ciao,
Ber

Today's Sewing...

Did a little sewing today. :)

DSi XL Case for Bub.





DS Case for Mimi.





Cute Rounded Wristlet. (I wanted to try something different.)







♥ Ciao,
Ber

For my Sister.

I made the tote bag for my sister.

I tried a different technique for adding the zipper and it came out really nice. But I'm not making another one of these again. lol!

Well, not anytime soon. >_<"








♥ Ciao,
Ber