Thank-FULL-ness

I have been thinking about this post for months. I have been adding to it's content since the thought was frist conceived. I am thankful.





I am thankful that I could have a meal with family and friends on Thanksgiving Day without considering if the green beans were cooked with pork. My jackets still fit me and keep me warm. My grandparents are just a phone call away. I am loved and cared for in new ways every day. My car started this morning in 12 degree weather without a delay. I can walk into the grocery store and know the supply will be sure and that the prices don't change by the second. When I pump gas, the price doesn't increase by the time I am finished.

I am thankful that when I make a purse, there is someone out there you likes it - who loves it. I am thankful that you are reading this because you share in my cause. I am thankful for friends and family who made my Fall 2009 collection debut a success.



Mudiwa Designs donates 50% of proceeds from sales towards projects in Zimbabwe. Shop Mudiwa today and save a life!


Stay tuned for: Mudiwa Bridal

Keeping up appearances...

I read it but I couldn't believe it. I know change will come to Zimbabwe - I know change must come to Zimbabwe - but when stale minds seek to hide the obvious and keep up appearances, how can a country really move forward?

There are no gun shots to be heard, no brutal screams. There is no unrest of that nature that exists in the country. Instead there is silence. There is silence as the world ignores Zimbabwe. There is silence as another person dies of hunger or cholera.

This is the end of suffering, of pain and of hunger. The end starts with Mudiwa Designs...

The Fall Collection for freedom debut - Saturday, Oct 3, 2009

Mudiwa Designs - save a life

Mudiwa: Secrets - Have a shot

After being absent for a very busy month - I continue my Secrets posts with some valuable information! My line and the image it carries would be nothing without a gripping photographer.

Who is the photographer for your tropical images?

The wonderfully talented Bernard Morris of Take a Shot Photography. Berns lives in Barbados and is available for weddings, private sessions and commercial shoots. The Mudiwa tropical shoot was done on Drill Hall and Hilton beaches, Barbados in December 2008. It was a hot afternoon, I changed outfits in the car - but the result was amazing!

You can view the Take a Shot portfolio here.

Contact Bernard for bookings: b_nardics@hotmail.com and become a fan on Facebook!

Have a shot! Make your booking today!

Mudiwa: the name

Why the name "Mudiwa"?

"It means friend" - or at least that's what Tendai tried to convince me it meant. Now almost four years into our relationship his actions embody the name he gave to be. Mudiwa is term in the Shona language of Zimbabwe that means 'beloved'. My line is a fusion of what inspires me and is based on my upbringing in Barbados (aka Bim) infused with my interpretation Zimbabwean style embodied by friends and loved ones. Hence - 'when Zim met Bim'.

Mudiwa: Secrets

Over the coming months I will be revealing Mudiwa's secrets. For a sneak peak at the content of future posts click here to read a recent interview for Allegiance by the talented Dionne Lashley. You've had questions - so here are some answers!

How did Mudiwa begin?

Mudiwa Designs began with my frustration at not finding the accessories I needed to complete a look. I never liked cookie cutter accessories or fashion so sometimes getting what you envision has to come from your very own hands. Each purse is truly unique and inspired by the global woman. If you see a design you love - act quickly! The very first purse I made was in 2005...

Mudiwa: share life!

Mudiwa: Success

If success were a fruit....The Brothers Trust Foundation Launch would be a mango. A mango with a perfect blend of yellow, green, orange and red on it's fragrant skin....Don't get it? Well allow me to make it plain. The BTF launch was vibrant and radiant and perhaps more importantly empowering! I pledged the proceeds of 10 original Mudiwa Designs to The Brothers Trust - I actually sold 11! As pledged the funds were transfered to the foundation to be used for causes near and dear to the essence of Mudiwa Designs. Check out the new images in the slide show and become a fan of Mudiwa on Facebook.

Stay tuned for more images and a new series called Mudiwa: Secrets....

Mudiwa: live your life!

Mudiwa: find your place

There is something remarkable about standing your ground. There is empowerment when you stand for something! Mudiwa Designs has partnered with The Brothers Trust Foundation to bring about changes that will impact generations.

Attend The Brothers Trust Foundation Launch Event and get a chance to win a unique Mudiwa Design! New designs will be debuted at the Launch and the proceeds from the frist ten purses sold will be donated to BTF projects.

What are you waiting for? Stand for something - get your tickets today!

Brothers Trust Foundation Launch

Saturday, May 9th, 2009

Junior Achievement of Central Indiana

7435 North Keystone Avenue

Indianapolis, IN 46240
7:00pm- Midnight Ticket Price: $20.00

www.brotherstrust.org