Monday Maven: The Girls of {Mimi & Muff} and a GIVEAWAY!!!!

UPDATE:

Congrats to Joy Thurman and Jules Allsbrook for winning the GIVEAWAY! 

If y'all will, just shoot me an email to give me your mailing address! :))

Happy Monday everyone! 

Today, I am honored to have the fabulous girls of Mimi & Muff as the second post in my new Monday Mavens series. 

Sara and Molly, two dear friends of mine, have combined their artistic talents, love of coastal climates, and bubbly personalities to create a gorgeous line of textiles and prints that have been produced into phone cases, beach bags, sarongs, tunics, and now stationary.

I am delighted to share more of their amazing line today! 

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The girls recently moved into their own office space in Atlanta and shared a few peeks into their showroom for you guys to see! 

I could hang out here all day!!! 

What led you two to begin your business together?

Sara: Molly and I have always wanted to have a creative business together!  My background is in Fabric Design, and Molly's is in Fashion.  Molly and could not compete with "high fashion", and we also wanted to create something more cohesive to our lifestyle.  We both love the beach, so a resort line was perfect! 

What inspires you to create? Do you have any favorite textiles? 

Sara: I love Henri Matisse right now!  He has an exhibit, The Cut-Outs, opening October 12th at the MOMA.  We are dying to go!  I also loves Marimekko.  Big, bold, colorful patterns are my favorite to design!  I never appreciated the Marimekko look until I studied abroad in Japan, the number 1 country for fabric design.

Molly:  I worked for Trina Turk's corporate office in New York.  Trina Turk's business sense and style has has rubbed off on Mimi and Muff because of my experience there.  I love working a market!  I also lived in Charleston, where beach clothes count for half your wardrobe.  My knowledge in beach wear helped us design our patterns for production.

You can see more fun photos of the M&M girls out and about on their Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/mimiandmuff

And you should totally follow them on Instagram:

@mimiandmuff 

Their product line is SO CUTE!!! I am obsessed with every color in every pattern in every piece. 

Hmmmm.....Christmas list, anyone?!?!

You may remember my mention of them here:

http://bellissimoandbella.blogspot.com/2014/04/my-talented-friends.html

Be sure and check out their fantastic website here:

http://mimi-muff.myshopify.com

Now that you're dreaming of strolling sandy beaches in your very own Mimi & Muff attire, GUESS WHAT!?!?!

IT'S:

Sara and Molly are treating two of my lucky readers to a piece of their gorgeous textile line!

First up, a Blue House Bag in the Golden Isles Print! :)))))

It holds all the necessities....towel, sunscreen, magazines, water bottle...and a lot more. 

And secondly, a beautiful Sarong in the aqua Golden Isles Print!! 

It is so soft, and so versatile.

Simple way to go from beach to lunch! 

Here are a few more of their delicious items in the line:

You guys know the drill....comment below, as many times as you would like and I will chose a winner at random after the giveaway closes at midnight on Tuesday (tomorrow).

Best of luck!!! 

xoxox

Monday Maven: The Girls of {Mimi & Muff} and a GIVEAWAY!!!!

UPDATE:

Congrats to Joy Thurman and Jules Allsbrook for winning the GIVEAWAY! 

If y'all will, just shoot me an email to give me your mailing address! :))

Happy Monday everyone! 

Today, I am honored to have the fabulous girls of Mimi & Muff as the second post in my new Monday Mavens series. 

Sara and Molly, two dear friends of mine, have combined their artistic talents, love of coastal climates, and bubbly personalities to create a gorgeous line of textiles and prints that have been produced into phone cases, beach bags, sarongs, tunics, and now stationary.

I am delighted to share more of their amazing line today! 

_____________________________________

The girls recently moved into their own office space in Atlanta and shared a few peeks into their showroom for you guys to see! 

I could hang out here all day!!! 

What led you two to begin your business together?

Sara: Molly and I have always wanted to have a creative business together!  My background is in Fabric Design, and Molly's is in Fashion.  Molly and could not compete with "high fashion", and we also wanted to create something more cohesive to our lifestyle.  We both love the beach, so a resort line was perfect! 

What inspires you to create? Do you have any favorite textiles? 

Sara: I love Henri Matisse right now!  He has an exhibit, The Cut-Outs, opening October 12th at the MOMA.  We are dying to go!  I also loves Marimekko.  Big, bold, colorful patterns are my favorite to design!  I never appreciated the Marimekko look until I studied abroad in Japan, the number 1 country for fabric design.

Molly:  I worked for Trina Turk's corporate office in New York.  Trina Turk's business sense and style has has rubbed off on Mimi and Muff because of my experience there.  I love working a market!  I also lived in Charleston, where beach clothes count for half your wardrobe.  My knowledge in beach wear helped us design our patterns for production.

You can see more fun photos of the M&M girls out and about on their Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/mimiandmuff

And you should totally follow them on Instagram:

@mimiandmuff 

Their product line is SO CUTE!!! I am obsessed with every color in every pattern in every piece. 

Hmmmm.....Christmas list, anyone?!?!

You may remember my mention of them here:

http://bellissimoandbella.blogspot.com/2014/04/my-talented-friends.html

Be sure and check out their fantastic website here:

http://mimi-muff.myshopify.com

Now that you're dreaming of strolling sandy beaches in your very own Mimi & Muff attire, GUESS WHAT!?!?!

IT'S:

Sara and Molly are treating two of my lucky readers to a piece of their gorgeous textile line!

First up, a Blue House Bag in the Golden Isles Print! :)))))

It holds all the necessities....towel, sunscreen, magazines, water bottle...and a lot more. 

And secondly, a beautiful Sarong in the aqua Golden Isles Print!! 

It is so soft, and so versatile.

Simple way to go from beach to lunch! 

Here are a few more of their delicious items in the line:

You guys know the drill....comment below, as many times as you would like and I will chose a winner at random after the giveaway closes at midnight on Tuesday (tomorrow).

Best of luck!!! 

xoxox

My Talented Friends!

Maybe I am partial, but I really do have THE most talented friends! How lucky am I to have them as friends, confidants, and family - all who inspire me, push me, and make me want to be better. It's all about who you surround yourself with, right? Creative minds, beautiful hearts, their entrepreneurial spirit, young leaders....they're all awesome. 

So, in homage to their incredible talents, I am sharing them with you today - designers, bakers, business owners, wedding planners, painters, artists, photographers, jewelry designers, authors, and more. 

First up is no stranger to Bellissimo and Bella....my dear friend/buddy/bff/big brother/designer in crime - James Farmer. James' latest book Dinner on the Grounds just hit shelves and if I do say so myself, it's AMAZING! Recipes, anecdotes, stories of his family and childhood, gorgeous photos...geez, now I am gushing.

There may be a bit of artwork by moi among the pages too. :)

Not to mention my brother and sister in law's wedding and rehearsal dinner are a feature as well.

If you don't already, you've GOT to get this book (and all of the others too!!!!)

His books are amazing, his store is precious, his interiors are divine, and his landscapes are awesome. 

Follow him on Instagram at jamestfarmer and jamesfarmerinc

Follow his blog All Things Farmer

And visit his website James Farmer Inc.

Next up: James' beautiful sister Maggie. My childhood friend who I adore! She has photographed many of his books and is a super talented photog! And she just happens to have Napp - one of my Henry's best buddies. Maggie is the epitome of sweetness and grace - and she always makes me laugh.

Visit her website Maggie Yelton Photography to get a load of her talents! It's amazing how she captures the perfect moment.

That brings me to my darling sister-in-law Laura Lyn. I just love her.

She's good at everything, and maja organized, and beautiful, and she has a gorgeous voice, and is smart, and sweet, and gosh....you get the picture. :)

She's all these things and a fantastic wedding planner. You need it? She can do it!

Her wedding to my brother was perfection. She left no corner untouched, no base uncovered, and no amount of fun left behind. From the engagement to the wedding {and after too!} she was an incredible bride and planner.

Contact her to know more! And don't forget to follow her blog! 

Speaking of photographers....have y'all seen my friend Ashlee Culverhouse's pics? She takes make-me-cry pictures of my Henry as well as insanely beautiful weddings, parties, family photos and babies. She's one of my favorite people and I love that I get to see her so often back home. Her farmhouse is absolutely adorable, she has a slew of precious animals, and she's got her own wedding coming up which is sure to be amazing.

Follow her on Instagram at ashleeculverhouse

Here is my angel in a few sweet moments that she captured:

One of my very best friends, Renee, has been nurturing her second-job as a painter, and is set to open her own Etsy store! Her chic paintings are thoughtful, abstract, full of personality and love. I am lucky enough to have one in my home! And you should too! 

Renee loves to travel and has the best style - her wardrobe is to die! Her travels and her love of all things stylish totally translate into her art.

She takes custom orders and works with your color palette, size needs, and look.

Follow her on Instagram at reneebouchon 

Check her out here. 

My sweet friend Havolynne has begun making it a bit easier to shop for those statement jewelry pieces - her shop The Adorned Collection is chock full of fabulous finds! 

Fun necklaces, chic bracelets, and great earrings - she's a taste maker and oh-so-stylish!

Follow her on Instagram at adornedcollection 

Speaking of awesome jewelry, my friend Natasha designs and constructs the most fabulous pieces! She's got pretty necklaces, earrings, and bracelets in fresh colors and finishes to add to your everyday outfits! Natasha's outgoing, laid back personality and her natural beauty translate into her work - you'll love all of her pieces, promise!

Check out Take Out Jewelry! 

And follow her on Instagram at takeoutjewelryco

You've all heard me rave about my friend Linsey's cookies! Along with her mom, she's created Two Crazy Cookies - a must-do for your cakes and cookies. And well, any food you'd ever want, too! Everything they make is delicious! Linsey and I have known each other for almost 20 years and she's just as sweet as her confections. 

Check out their Etsy shop here.

Another amazing baker on my list is my friend Amanda of Buttermilk Pie Co. 

I don't think I really ever knew how much I loved pie until I had hers. 

An allergy keeps Amanda from trying her own specialty, my favorite, The Pecan Pie. Yes, that is capitalized because it should be. :) 

She's a sweet, driven, talented business owner and I am happy for her success!

Every pie on her menu is divine....and guess what, they also come in minis and tassies - so you can taste them all! 

Her website recently launched, so even if you aren't close by, you can have one too! 

Follow her on Instagram at buttermilkpie 

And last but definitely not least is my dear friend Sara Lloyd. I have been writing about her for a long time (her handmade hand bags are still my favorites!), but she's just launched her new resort line with her sister Molly. I just adore them both and am happy to call them both "friend."

They're the sweetest, and I am tickled for their new venture! 

Check them out here. 

And here.

And here too!  

Oh and don't miss Molly's custom paper line as well! 

My Talented Friends!

Maybe I am partial, but I really do have THE most talented friends! How lucky am I to have them as friends, confidants, and family - all who inspire me, push me, and make me want to be better. It's all about who you surround yourself with, right? Creative minds, beautiful hearts, their entrepreneurial spirit, young leaders....they're all awesome. 

So, in homage to their incredible talents, I am sharing them with you today - designers, bakers, business owners, wedding planners, painters, artists, photographers, jewelry designers, authors, and more. 

First up is no stranger to Bellissimo and Bella....my dear friend/buddy/bff/big brother/designer in crime - James Farmer. James' latest book Dinner on the Grounds just hit shelves and if I do say so myself, it's AMAZING! Recipes, anecdotes, stories of his family and childhood, gorgeous photos...geez, now I am gushing.

There may be a bit of artwork by moi among the pages too. :)

Not to mention my brother and sister in law's wedding and rehearsal dinner are a feature as well.

If you don't already, you've GOT to get this book (and all of the others too!!!!)

His books are amazing, his store is precious, his interiors are divine, and his landscapes are awesome. 

Follow him on Instagram at jamestfarmer and jamesfarmerinc

Follow his blog All Things Farmer

And visit his website James Farmer Inc.

Next up: James' beautiful sister Maggie. My childhood friend who I adore! She has photographed many of his books and is a super talented photog! And she just happens to have Napp - one of my Henry's best buddies. Maggie is the epitome of sweetness and grace - and she always makes me laugh.

Visit her website Maggie Yelton Photography to get a load of her talents! It's amazing how she captures the perfect moment.

That brings me to my darling sister-in-law Laura Lyn. I just love her.

She's good at everything, and maja organized, and beautiful, and she has a gorgeous voice, and is smart, and sweet, and gosh....you get the picture. :)

She's all these things and a fantastic wedding planner. You need it? She can do it!

Her wedding to my brother was perfection. She left no corner untouched, no base uncovered, and no amount of fun left behind. From the engagement to the wedding {and after too!} she was an incredible bride and planner.

Contact her to know more! And don't forget to follow her blog! 

Speaking of photographers....have y'all seen my friend Ashlee Culverhouse's pics? She takes make-me-cry pictures of my Henry as well as insanely beautiful weddings, parties, family photos and babies. She's one of my favorite people and I love that I get to see her so often back home. Her farmhouse is absolutely adorable, she has a slew of precious animals, and she's got her own wedding coming up which is sure to be amazing.

Follow her on Instagram at ashleeculverhouse

Here is my angel in a few sweet moments that she captured:

One of my very best friends, Renee, has been nurturing her second-job as a painter, and is set to open her own Etsy store! Her chic paintings are thoughtful, abstract, full of personality and love. I am lucky enough to have one in my home! And you should too! 

Renee loves to travel and has the best style - her wardrobe is to die! Her travels and her love of all things stylish totally translate into her art.

She takes custom orders and works with your color palette, size needs, and look.

Follow her on Instagram at reneebouchon 

Check her out here. 

My sweet friend Havolynne has begun making it a bit easier to shop for those statement jewelry pieces - her shop The Adorned Collection is chock full of fabulous finds! 

Fun necklaces, chic bracelets, and great earrings - she's a taste maker and oh-so-stylish!

Follow her on Instagram at adornedcollection 

Speaking of awesome jewelry, my friend Natasha designs and constructs the most fabulous pieces! She's got pretty necklaces, earrings, and bracelets in fresh colors and finishes to add to your everyday outfits! Natasha's outgoing, laid back personality and her natural beauty translate into her work - you'll love all of her pieces, promise!

Check out Take Out Jewelry! 

And follow her on Instagram at takeoutjewelryco

You've all heard me rave about my friend Linsey's cookies! Along with her mom, she's created Two Crazy Cookies - a must-do for your cakes and cookies. And well, any food you'd ever want, too! Everything they make is delicious! Linsey and I have known each other for almost 20 years and she's just as sweet as her confections. 

Check out their Etsy shop here.

Another amazing baker on my list is my friend Amanda of Buttermilk Pie Co. 

I don't think I really ever knew how much I loved pie until I had hers. 

An allergy keeps Amanda from trying her own specialty, my favorite, The Pecan Pie. Yes, that is capitalized because it should be. :) 

She's a sweet, driven, talented business owner and I am happy for her success!

Every pie on her menu is divine....and guess what, they also come in minis and tassies - so you can taste them all! 

Her website recently launched, so even if you aren't close by, you can have one too! 

Follow her on Instagram at buttermilkpie 

And last but definitely not least is my dear friend Sara Lloyd. I have been writing about her for a long time (her handmade hand bags are still my favorites!), but she's just launched her new resort line with her sister Molly. I just adore them both and am happy to call them both "friend."

They're the sweetest, and I am tickled for their new venture! 

Check them out here. 

And here.

And here too!  

Oh and don't miss Molly's custom paper line as well!