OK, we couldn’t pick just 10 or 12. So here are the Top 14. Check them out down below. Each one is unique in its own way. We looked at each and every entry…over 300 in all….and decided on these Final 14. Some are very simple, some are quite elaborate. But all of them struck...
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The Top 14!
i really enjoyed reading and looking through all of the entries. “too purpley” was my very favorite, because making books for children to help ease transitions and choice-making is part of what i do with some of the children i work with. the book looks fabulous! i absolutely love it!
They are all really good. I was touched by “Life of a girl.” I watched it with my 6-year old daughter and held on to her and just took her in. I don’t want her to grow up. I got very choked up. Nice job.
Leah I was shocked your entry didn’t make it…so heartwarming! I LOVED it and would have SO voted for you
What great entries. After viewing them all it made me want to buy even more of your clothes! A quick shout out to “COMPLIMENTS”, Isn’t that what we all want is for our girl to make a small difference and they can sure look cute doing it!
Denise loved all the entries and can’t wait to see who wins!! I was thinking today how much I love the Hotline Phyllis dress that you did. It’s so sweet and simple yet sophisticated. I just wanted to share with you a little feedback that I’d love for you to do that style again in the future!! It’s truely a timeless little dress, Take care.
Gosh, these entries are incredible! How do you choose just one??!! Congrats & good luck to all the finalists…they were all so touching & creative!!
OMG….such creativity! Wow. Hats off to all these entries.. I have 3 girls and I must confess that some entries struck such a chord that it brought me to tears! Amazing….
WOW, Denise…the love!!!
Those are wonderful!
Totally broken-hearted that my entry didn’t make it, but I did find one to love and cast my vote for it.
I can see what a difficult time you had narrowing it down-so much talent represented here! Thanks again for having the contest. It was a blast!
ahh, looks like im not gonna make it this year…boo!
Love them all…and Old Watches, I have a son named Avery and a daughter named Rya. I couldn’t believe it!
Oh they are all so good! I can see how you had a hard time.
I have to say that song is pretty dang creative!
all of the entries are amazing… my entry was polly flinders- but is it bad that i can’t get “beautiful” out of my head!!!! i think it be my daughter and my new theme song:)
great entries, unfortunately mine isnt up there! Maybe the girls can pull through on the model contest for me! Congrats to all the top 14!! and GL!
Okay. One. more. thing. hee-hee. We’ve been listening to “beautiful” over and over again and we just have to say that that litte girl’s grandpa’s voice is the perfect matching for MJ. His inflection, styling, the way he forms his words, the sound/tone of his voice and guitar all to us seem to epitomize MJ for some reason. We just love it!
p.s. I hope that all the finalists receive prize goodies for their AWESOME entries and the time, energy, and creativity they gave to this. They are all just so dang FABULOUS!!!
Oh, My. Goodness. Every single one of these is absolutely amazing!!! There is NO way these can be topped next year. You are going to have to come up with something else for sure!
I usually have a very particular favorite, but this year I could have voted for them ALL!!! We will have the song beautiful in our heads all day. Good luck ladies.
Wow, they are all so special, it was so hard to vote!!! I have several favorites, but they are all touching in their own way! Good luck, ladies!
I’ve got to vote for Holly Hobbie too because I have my own little Holly and also MJ does remind me of Holly Hobbie. I’ll vote for others too but that one is a sure thing for me.
I gotta vote for Holly Hobby, i’ve always thought of it when I think of MJ
Wow-they are all so different and unique in their own way-amazing job ladies!
I just feel so blessed to have made it in the top 14. My little girl whet shopping with me to find the perfect suitcase and it wasn’t easy to find one, but after some work we made it our special MJ suitcase. I am so excited for everyone who made it in the top 14. What an honor it is just to make it. Best of luck to everyone. Thanks to all you girls at 435. Keep doing what you do to continue to bless our little girls in this awesome clothing.
God Bless!
Vanessa
That beautiful song is so amazing…way to go…that is by far my favorite and definately so CREATIVE. I LOVE IT! I think I would have loved it even without the pictures of the cute clothing…especially the part about the dad pulling his hair out. How funny!
It is so heartwarming to see how one company can touch so many lives! What an amazing group of entries. One even made me cry! Good luck to all of the finalists…you should all be proud!
Great Job Ladies! They are all so unique! As a mom of 5 life is so filled with the must do’s that I value the moments I have to spend with my kids. Reading with my kids before bedtime is one of those moments, so I loved the book – Compliments … and better yet it has a great message of doing good!!
These are great. . .my favorite is the beautifully simple “Mallory and Kate.” Not as flashy as some of the others, but those girls’ drawings are really what MJ is all about. . .our daughters (and sons!)! I love that the children actually took a real role in the entry. And I love how those two girls are clearly happy when they wear (or draw!) their MJ clothes!
What wonderfully creative and talented fans MJC has! I LOOOOOVVVVE Life of a Girl (the toad getting covered in the MJC cardigan is priceless, and really shows that the clothes are for the ANYTIME girl). The Patchwork Memories was also a favorite. What a cherished piece of artwork for a child and the reminder to make everyday a ‘special day’ and to cherish those you love.
While we all waited in anticipation to see the top ten (14) revealed…Denise, you and the 435 crew have truly been hard at work to present these entries so beautifully and make the voting so slick – you guys are AMAZING!
I hope this isn’t out of place to ask, but I am hoping there is someone at 435 that can use and love the little quilt I sent – if no one there wants it, will you please donate it to someone who needs a little love. That would make my day! Thanks tons!
These are so clever! I wish I could of thought of anything half as good. gonna be tough!
WOW!!! I just went through every last one of them and realize why it was so hard to choose. SO much thought and emotion went into ALL of them. Beautiful job, ladies and Congratulations! I love Patchwork of Memories and Dad. These 2 really tugged at me.
Oh, you amazing, amazing ladies. Again, I am in awe of the creativity and imagination in these entries! Good luck to everyone ~ I have no idea how anyone could choose!
Those entries are outstanding! I like them all, but since you have to pick a winner I have narrowed my favorites to two. Beautiful and Life of a Girl! The two songs are so pretty. I am glad I never mailed my entry in b/c these blow mine away! lol. Congrats to the top 14!
What awesome entries…some made me laugh, some made me cry…totally unpredictable!
Each one is so different! What a great job by all the entrants and a fab job picking such diverse entries – love it! Off to vote!!!
Denise, Oh how lucky you are to have the song BEAUTIFUL written about MJ clothing!! I found myself singing that song out loud making my coffee until my 4yr old Liam asked me to please stop. I can’t carry a tune but still have fun, what a bunch of great entries! Thanks for sharing!!
WOW! What great entries! My daughter came and danced beside the computer while the Beautiful song played and watched the video with me… she is 4 years old – turned and said- that is for Matilda Jane girls and smiled from ear to ear – to us – you took the cake! Hats off!
WOW there are some incredible entries. Seeing these makes me realize how lame mine was ahaha, I was days away from popping a baby out but WOW! Congrats ladies, it’s going to be hard to vote!
All so cute, but I think my favorites are “Too Purpley” & “Beautiful”!
So amazing and fun to see these wonderful entries! Congratulations you guys on such beautiful work!
The entries are so great and each unique. Good luck to each of you!
So many creative and beautiful entries! How to choose…..
Can I pick them all?
[...] Well, you all know that I am a huge fan of Matilda Jane clothing and believe it rocks and it photographs so well. Well, I entered a contest and am so honored that I made it in the top 14. I am just praying that I win and can make a trip out to meet all the girls behind the Matilda Jane Clothing. Please go to their website and check out all the amazing clothing. It is not just for girls, they have some awesome adult clothing as well. I am actually wearing a dress from Matilda Jane as I type here. Go to the blog here : http://matildajaneblog.com/the-top-14/ [...]
Voting begins on Friday!
Yes, we’ve narrowed it down to the top 10 or 12 and will have them revealed on Friday. Come right here to the blog to see these amazing entries. Then, once you’ve had a chance to view them all, you can cast your vote by visiting matildajaneclothing.com. Details to come. -David and Denise
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Oooh is it Friday yet??? Darn, only Tuesday! Can’t wait to hear the results!!
I know it’s not Friday, but why I keep coming here?
is it Friday yet?!?!?!?
I feel like I’m waiting for my exam results
ooo-can’t wait!!
I guess until then I will have to focus on inviting more people to the trunk show I am hosting this Thursday:)! I hope y’all are having a wonderful week:)!
Friday, friday, friday…Get here, please. At least now I can stop hitting refresh on your blog like a monkey on crack.
2 and a half days- just 2 and half more days – I can do it – I know I can – I just have to stop logging on here to check for more updates or sneak peeks!
eeeeeep! Come on Friday! So jazzed to see who are in the top 10…or 12
I can’t wait to see the amazing top 10 entries! I actually came on here though to mention that I really like your velour ruffles that you have in your Fall collections. I hope you make some more this Fall! They are warm and the material is durable.
…oh…and find a bathing suit for me. why is it so hard to find one?
ahh, friday! okay, i can wait until then…i guess….off to work on photobooks on shutterfly!
Typical Joe Fashion

After almost a week in Peru, we got home Friday evening. It was a hectic week and I have a feeling it will only continue. We worked like craze, leaving the hotel to only visit with Carla. I knew I wanted to have my mind clear when I got home. I only had one and...
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Is there still such a thing as arranged marriages? I think we have the perfect girl for your wonderful Joe! Maybe fate will have their paths cross someday down the road:)
DESPARATE!!!! Someone stole my daughters size 4 dottie leggings from gypsy blue. Dose anyone out there have a pair size 4 or 6 that they are wanting to sell me?????? I have like a million pieces that go with them and my mom feels terible about losing them…..even though she didn’t lose them someone stole them from her at the gym. Please, please, please my sweetpea is heartbroken she thinks it her fault that they are gone. On the lighter side my daughter proudly walked out of the gym that day in her Ariel undies and her Sara Babydoll top!!!!!
Oh how I just LOVE your lil Beast’s green shoes!! He is such a doll and I have a feeling he might be the one behind your shower door incident. Try not to work too hard!
WOW!! You really have your work cut out for you, Denise. The few people who have shared their entries are so wonderful I don’t even know how you’d choose. You should feel so proud that these are the things that people say and feel about you and your company. Well done you!!
Oh the anticipation of the top 10- its driving me nuts (oh wait- I was already nuts- but still – this isnt helping LOL)
Thanks so much for looking through all of them yourself. It really means a lot!
Joe always looks so happy, he makes me smile =). And I’m loving Gabe’s shoes!!
With a smile like Joe’s he is a winner every time!! Team spirit is what it is all about!!! Now, that is the coolest birdhouse that I have ever seen…
Thanks for taking the time to go through them all:). I hope that everyone had as much fun making their entry as we did.:) I love the pictures of your sweet kiddos:).
Love the pics Denise. TFS, and have a great trip. That Joe is somethin else. What a great kid.
loving these pics!!! and what a great birdhouse. just lovely!
Love Joe’s baseball pictures. Cheering people on, what a great gift to give to all.
Joe is so cool! He loves it win or lose… so wonderful! Hope your hectic schedules slows down soon. Can’t wait to see your top 10!!
Just in love with the fact that you got a purple martin house. I did my Master’s thesis on the Purple Martin and their reproductive success in different housing types. BUT…that bird on the top of the gourds you bought is an Eastern Bluebird. You have probably missed the beginning of the breeding season for the Purple Martin, but you may be able to attract some young males and females this year. Don’t get discouraged, sometimes it take a while to get an established Purple Martin community. Best wishes, and feel free to give me a shout if you have ANY questions! You are gonna LOVE watching them, they are amazing! Hope all that info didn’t bore anyone too much…haha!
Denise you are just plain AWESOME! An awesome MOM first, wife, friend, designer, photographer and person! Have a safe trip and know that it will all be over soon and you can spend time with your boys! Just look what you have to come home to! They are precious!!
cool cool! i had a dream last night about it…
very cool bird house…and weird that he (the bird) KNEW it was for him! im sure u will get tons of cool bird pics now! Have fun in florida!
Thank you for making the time to go through all the entries.
I forgot to tell you… When I was leaving Vegas on Monday I was in the airport and a little girl about 5 yrs old comes strolling by me in the Summertime Tank dress and the simple white tee underneath.. I felt kinda spec. since I knew who designed that dress
I can imagine how hard it is being away from your boys. I can barely let them go away for a night, much less more than that!
I can’t wait to see what you’re planning for us!
Every season gets better and better!
Thank you!
Denise, you must be so exhausted. Travel upon travel. You know your family is raising some beautiful boys as you have the best of hearts as well.
As always the pictures of are beautiful and to have that little bird come visit! Precious!
I cannot wait to see the top 10! And oh my gosh – that little girl in the second picture – beyond cute. And I love that Joe is so excited whether they win or lose – too cute!!
I’m so glad you read the entries to the contest! I think my heart would be sad to think you didn’t read our entry because we made it with our hearts and you in mind. Even if we don’t get chosen as a top 10 finalist it makes my heart happy to know you read our entry.
Joe is such a sweetie! I love his attitude!!!
Have no idea how you do it, all the running and still able to be a great mom, a designer and well what most of us call a friend.
The pixs of Joe are awesome and we must remember it’s not if you win or lose, it’s how you play the game and he’s happy…… So that’s one of those priceless moments!
<3 May you 5 days fast quickly and have a safe trip!
Doesn’t it just make your day when you see a gorgeous bluebird? Love it!
Its so tough to keep going and going when you just want to be with your kids. I got the afternoon off today because my sister came and took them to the park so I could have quiet time for sewing – and while it was nice to get things done – I so missed them! I hope you get a break soon and can get back to lots of time with those boys
Joe is so special and always makes me smile – thanks for sharing him (and all the other adorable photos) with us today
Denise.. you must be really proud of your son. Obviously he takes after his mother in his Joy to see others happy. I do wish I could read your mind for the model search contest! LOL.. I have 4 daughters and will enter them all… sure hope I have a chance, cause of course I think my girls are beautiful… but doesn’t every parent? and then when I look at some of the pics you post I think wow.. There are a lot of cute kids:0) Hope you have another safe trip!!
435 Contest entries….
We’ve narrowed it down to our Top 10 entries. Soon, they will be on display right here. So many entries. So many creative ideas. So many smiles at the office as the entries were coming in. It was difficult to choose the Top 10, because they were all so wonderful. Stay tuned for the start...
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SO exciting!! Can’t wait to see what all you talented gals came up with. Good luck, good luck on winning the MOST amazing of prizes.
Oh, just go on and declare all 10 winners.
If you’ve narrowed it down to 10, why make your jobs any harder. Congratulations to the lucky 10.
The wait to see the top 10 is killing me! I wonder how they are going to post the entries…pictures? If mine makes it to the top 10, I’d be glad to send some in!
patience is so not my virtue…
Good Luck to all who entered – i have seen a small handfull of the entries and I am glad I wasnt involved in narrowing it down to only 10 – cant wait to see who/what they are and get this ball rolling – my DH says he will go with me if we happen to win!
The anticipation is killing me! I check back every 1/2 hour! I can’t wait to see the top 10! Good luck everyone!
So Super-excited to see the enteries!!Hoping for great news…… My mom asks me about it every day. Good luck to ALL!!
So exciting!! Can’t wait to see the top 10!! Good luck to all the entered!
Can’t wait to see what all the talented MJ lovers entries! Bring it on…..
The excitement begins ![]()
Woo hoo!
The suspense is killing me!
Can’t wait to see them announced. Me and my kids had so much fun making ours. Good luck to everyone!!!
Can’t wait to try to help with the winner. I am not a contestant with that b/c I did not get mine mailed in time. Darn. Can’t wait to see the ones that you choose.
omg omg omg, I feel the butterflies in my stomach right now….
Good luck to all of us..
I can’t wait to see the top 10!!! Good luck to all who entered!
So excited to see them all! Good Luck creative ladies!!!
Can’t wait to see the diversity in all of the entries!!!
Can’t wait to see what everyone did. I know we had fun playing with ours and I think a couple of the pieces had to stay with us
woohooo!!
I can’t wait to see the top 10 entries! I’m sure it was difficult to pick them because there are so many talented and creative people. My girly loves what we made…she asks about it everyday!
Can’t wait to see all of the creative entries!! I’ve seen some and I am sure glad I don’t have to narrow it down!
How exciting!!! I can’t wait to see them!!! I know there are some mighty creative mamas out there…I am not one of them. lol
Can’t wait to see the finalist’s. This is my favorite contest!
Good luck to everyone
oh my lord am I nervous!
Best of luck to all of them!
Happy Mom’s Day to You

Here’s to hoping you all get to sleep until 10:30, wake up to a great breakfast, go for a fun family bike ride, and end up at Target shopping!!
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Denise, so sorry about the blog issues. Hoping for an update from you soon.
What happened to the post that there was an online art fair on May 15th? Does anyone know if that is still going to take place or was that an old post? thanks
I hope all the moms had a wonderful “Mothers” Day! What beautiful models you have in those photos!!!
Mailed in my entry for the contest! So excited to see the others.
I hope you had a Wonderful Mother’s Day! Mine was fantastic! My husband took me on Saturday to see “Legally Blonde” at Clowe’s Hall. Fantastic show! Then on Sunday, I got to see the looks of pure excitement and joy on my children’s faces as we took them to get their surprise puppy! I guess you could say I became a mother again on Mother’s Day!
I am hoping that y’all had a wonderful Mother’s day! I am also hoping that my contest entry made it on time. The post office promised me that it would be delivered by Saturday!
Did not get my Contest entry mailed in. Darn. I did not think that I had a chance. I could not really think of anything to do so I wrote a two page paper and ended up not mailing it in. I guess I should have. Oh well, good luck everyone. Maybe we will get lucky with the cover girl contest. Excited about that one. have a good week to all.
getting antsy to get this contest underway – hope all the entries made to the office in time today to start the judging (hope mine got there today!) cant wait to see all the creative things people sent in- this is going to be fun!
Hope everyone had a great weekend – now lets get moving LOL
Happy Mother’s Day, Denise!!! Hope it was a good one!
Love the pix!
Happy Mother’s Day to all the Moms!
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY ALL YOU MOMS…
AND HUGS TO MY TKER AND HER DD.. LOVE YA BEKKI
Happy Mother’s Day Denise!!! My daughter got me a Mario racing game for the Wii. My husband said she picked it out more for herself but I think Holly is really smart and realized we could ALL play it together, including my 18 year old son. Just what a mom loves – her whole family together…well anyway this mom loves it!
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY to everyone! Hope you all have a great day!
Super cute pics!! Happy Mother’s Day to you! Sounds like you described your perfect Mother’s Day!! Enjoy!
Same to you. I’m sure those fabulous boys of yours will make sure your day is special!
Wow…we have a kindred spirit. Sounds like a great day to me!
Happy Mothers Day!
Awww…sweet little Adsy. Love all of the beautiful pictures! Happy Mother’s Day to all!
Happy Mother’s Day!
For all you lucky gals that still have your mother’s, go visit with them, wish I still had mine to just sit in the front porch swing and laugh together. But God has blessed my life with sons, and granddaughters, so thankful for my family. Have a great Mother’s Day, Denise. Hope your day will be filled with 2 little boys, laughter, and Target.
That sounds like a fun day – wish it were mine
Happy Mother’s Day!
I like the way you think! Happy Mother’s Day to you, Denise!
Happy Mother’s Day to all tomorrow! Hope you all have the most relaxing day possible.
Awww….Check out Miss Fancy Addison!!
Happy Mother’s Day!!
Happy Mother’s Day!!! Are you going to post who won the Mother’s Day giveaway? We want to know who the lucky winners are!!!
Aaaah! Just look at those gorgeous gals!! Happy Mother’s Day to all!
I guess we know what your looking forward to tomorrow LOL Sounds like a good day to me though too! Hope you have a great day and get treated like a queen
10:30???? we are ready for lunch at 10:30…lol. Happy Mother’s Day!
same to you dear one..
Happy Mothers day everyone!!! I am going out for breakfast with my mom for mothers day.
Happy Mom’s Day to you too!

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