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A Creative Beginning... About Me... My name is Melinda. I am the owner and designer of My Mom's Mums. Originally from the mountains of North Carolina, where the majority of my family still resides, my husband and I moved to Texas in the summer of 2013. I am the proud momma of 3 adult sons and one son still in high school. I am an RN and love spending time with my hubby, kids, and, on occasion, my ornery cat. She is also known as the Project Manager. My love of all things crafty began early in life. Some of my fondest memories from childhood include making salt dough ornaments and painting ceramic figures with my mom and grandmother. They passed on the love of handmade gift making. Both my mom and grandmom are very talented painters, crafters, and seamstresses. I am so fortunate to have such an amazingly talented family. Growing up, I remember helping my parents on the weekends with small building projects, home improvements, and interior painting/ wallpapering. Having little home improvement projects to do makes me feel like home. ​ I began making diaper cakes and bridal shower decorations for friends and family, early in my crafting career. This blossomed to a short stent of cake baking & cupcake making craziness. Fast forward through the years, I settled into my true crafting love... with my glue gun. Just a Girl and Her Glue Gun... In the summer of 2013, my family and I were transplanted to the great state of Texas. I have always been a “crafty” and creative lady so, seeing my first Homecoming game at the Berry Center in the Fall of 2013, I was instantly hooked. A larger than life tradition that students and parents alike were excited to take part in every year? Sign this girl up! All I had to do was find a crafty Texan mentor. Enter my friend Shauna. She is one of the most talented decorators/ crafters I have ever met. We instantly connected and she showed me the beauty and tradition of Texas Homecoming Mums. I spent my first Texas homecoming year in 2014, learning the traditions and styles by volunteering with my sons' high school mum making organization. There, I learned the grass root basics, current trends, and some tricks of the trade. At the end of the season, I found out that my son was telling his friends that "My Mom" was making mums. Thus, the idea struck! My Mom's Mums was born. ​ I spent 2015 making mums for two of my sons' dates, a handful of their friends, and some folks that heard about my endeavor via word of mouth. At Christmas time, that same year, I decided that I would take the plunge and apply for my business license. Best business decision, EVER! 2016 became the year of new beginnings. I have never been so happy in my crafting life. A fun activity that I can use hot glue AND glitter?!? YAY! I’ve been making mums and garters in the Texas tradition ever since. ​ In 2020, I joined the esteemed group of Mums, Inc. which was "founded on the principles of sharing and professional growth within the Homecoming Mum industry". This group of ladies and gentleman are a supportive collective of the best and brightest minds, elevating the Mum industry. We are comprised of some of the largest and most talented designer mum makers in the state of Texas. "Founded as a Facebook group in 2012, we came together to discuss trends and supplies. Over time, we developed more than just tips. Focused on a professional community of respect and sharing, the ultimate goal of Mums, Inc. is to unify the Homecoming Industry to, not only keep the tradition alive, but to bring professionals together to better the industry as well". Please check out the link if you'd like more information on Mums, Inc. We live and work by the motto #BetterTogether. We believe that achieving greatness within our own individual companies starts with a healthy, supportive, professional community in which we all prosper. #CommunityOverCompetition Mums, Inc Order Now Love y'all! Melinda

Follow me on Instagram and Facebook for the most up to date Homecoming information. DIY Overall Kits Order Senior Sashes NEW! Sugar & Sparkles Session Order Now SENIOR Overalls Senior Sashes Texas Shape Mums My Mom's Mums is a professional Homecoming Mum Design firm that is committed to providing an exceptional experience for our customers. We are woman-owned and professionally trained by the experts of Mums Inc. in the art of Homecoming Mums. We strive to provide impeccable design with a trustworthy, one-of-a-kind experience. We specialize in personalized, custom Mums that are tailored specifically to your style and preference. With My Mom's Mums, you can trust that your Homecoming Mum will be one-of-a-kind! About Us Hours of Operation Contact us Mission Statement Our Mission is to create Texas traditional homecoming mums that you are proud to give and wear. This North Carolina girl puts her heart into being one of the industry's elite craftsmen. Have a big idea? We can make it. ​ Honey, Put a Bow on It! Lil Momma Mum + Boa Mega Mini Mum SENIOR Overalls Flower Boa 2023 Showcase Mum 2022 Showcase Mum

My Mom's Mums respects your privacy and we are committed to protecting it. ​ Information that you volunteer ​ This site collects the following information that you provide to us: * Name and email address. When you Contact Us through this website, you voluntarily provide us your name, and email address. We collect this information via MailChimp and/ or Wix Analytics. * Name, email address, mailing address, phone number. When you make a purchase, you voluntarily provide us with your name, email address, mailing address, and phone number. I collect this information via Square. * Name, email address. When you use the contact form, you voluntarily provide me with your name, telephone and email address. I collect this information via Wix. ​ Information that is automatically collected ​ This site collects the following information automatically: *Network location, IP address, time of visit, pages visited, referring site, type of web browser, type of operating system. As you open this website, we may automatically collect this information via Wix Analytics. We will process this information to provide better services for you. ​ How we protect your information ​ We do our best to protect your sensitive personal information. We protect it by partnering with Square Payments to process and store credit card information, using secure transfer protocols. ​ Why we collect it, how we share it, and how long we keep it ​ We collect this information to better serve you with products and services you will love. We collect this information to ship your purchases to you and to communicate with you to fill your custom order. The information that is collected is only shared with others when you share it voluntarily, with our trusted partners when necessary to serve you. ​We will keep your data for no longer than is necessary to fill and ship your order. ​ Updates ​ We may update this policy from time to time by updating the version on this page. You should check this page occasionally to identify any updates. The last update to this policy was April 5, 2023. ​ ​ Credits This Privacy Policy was created using resources from the artist's J.D. com . ​ Contact Information This website is owned and operated by My Mom's Mums. Our mailing address is: 19823 Carsenwood Ln. Cypress, TX 77433 Our data protection officer's name and contact information is: Melinda Guth. Contact us at MyMomsMums@gmail.com . ​ To ask questions or comment about this privacy policy and our privacy practices, contact us at MyMomsMums@gmail.com My Mom's Mums: Homecoming mums & gart ers

Hours of Operation We make every every effort to take calls and meet with you at your convenience, but prefer to keep consultations between the hours of 11 am and 8pm. Personalized Design Sessions are held by appointment only at my Studio in Cypress or by scheduled phone/ Zoom video conference. When are Pickup Days? All orders are SCHEDULED for the Wednesday prior to your Homecoming/ Event. If you require an earlier pickup day, that will need to be arranged in advance on your Design Session day. When Should I order? Mums are made in homecoming date order. It is better to order earlier, rather than later. Order at least 10 days before your homecoming date to avoid a Late Order Fee. Senior large mums must be ordered 14+ days in advance. Be advised: I have been fully booked for the last 2 years 4-6 weeks prior to most homecoming weeks. ORDER EARLY! Special requests such as a stuffed animal or colors that I do not normally stock must be made fourteen days before the date that you need it. This is to allow time to locate and order your item. Orders for Overalls are taken from May 1st to July 1st. Orders must be paid in full at appointment and overalls dropped off at the Studio before July 1st. Pick Up and Shipping Where do I pick up? Can my order be delivered? ​ Pickup is at my studio in Cypress, TX. The address will be noted on your confirmation email. Delivery is available for an additional fee. Availability is limited. ​ When do I pick up? Mums will be ready for pickup from 3 pm to 8 pm on Wednesday before your homecoming. If you need your order on a different day, please let me know before you order, so that I can make arrangements. The late order charge will apply if your desired pickup day falls within 7 days of ordering. Do you ship your mums and garters? Shipping is not available at this time. If this policy changes, the website will be updated with shipping conditions and expectations. Shipping is available for DIY Overall Kits only. ​ What happens if it does not arrive, arrives late or damaged? Once the package leaves our possession, it is beyond our control. We package each item with care and extreme consideration of its journey to you. If your item is not delivered on time, damaged or missing, you may start a claim with the carrier ​ When Do I pay? Payment in full for your mum, etc is required at the time you place your order. Pay securely with your debit or credit card via Square or online. You will receive a pickup time appointment when your payment has been processed. This can take up to 24 hours after payment. A deposit is required to book an appointment for all Design Sessions. The deposit will be applied to your final total. Cancellations require 24 hours notice to avoid forfeiture of Deposit. All orders that remain unpaid for 3 days after Design Session are subject to cancellation. Deposits will be forfeited for non-payment. Cash payment is available, in person at my studio in Cypress, by appointment ONLY. Your order will be placed in the queue once it is paid for. I no longer accept checks or money orders of any type. What if they cancel homecoming? Or if they break up and other unforeseen circumstances? If homecoming is canceled by the school, please contact me immediately. Simple changes, such as names, are free as long as they are prior to 48 hours of your pickup date. Major changes, such as color or size, can be made if they are outside of the 7+ days before your homecoming. Differences in price will need to be settled for the change to take effect. Major changes such as color or size within the 10 day time frame will incur the Late Order Fee, plus any differences between sizes/style, i.e. changing from a single to a double. If a full cancellation becomes necessary, please notify me as soon as possible. Cancellations and refunds are handled on a case by case basis. I do not accept cancellations within 48 hours of pickup. More than likely, your custom order is finished and I have already put hours of work into the mum and will not be able to resell a custom mum.

Tutorials It's my great pleasure to share a few of the Mum Making skills that I have learned over the last ten years. Just like there are a million ways to paint a house, there are many different names and techniques used to create a beautiful Mum. These are just a few of the things that I've learned from my "Fairy Mum Mommas". I've been very fortunate to collaborate with Melissa, the owner and BRAINS behind Melz Mums. She has detailed written instructions on her blog for many mum making skills. I've linked her blog here. Happy Learning! MG DRILL TEAM HAT Plastic flocked cowboy hat Scissors Pencil Clear glue pen Cardstock or thin foam Spray glue Extra fine glitter Ribbon trim Melz Mums Drill Team Bear FLOWER POWER Ruler Scissors 2 colors of 7/8" ribbon (satin acetate and metallics like diamond dust work best) 12 yds of each color DELUXE SPIRIT Ruler Scissors Stapler 4 colors of 7/8" ribbon (satin acetate and metallics like diamond dust work best) 4 yds of each color MUM FLOWER PREP Pipe Cleaners Hot glue gun Hot glue stick Mum flower Wire cutters VICTORY BRAID Scissors Stapler 7/8" ribbons 3yds long x 4 (I use Reliant 5400 and diamond dust in this tutorial.) LOVE BRAID Ruler Scissors Stapler 3 colors of 7/8" ribbon (satin acetate and metallics like diamond dust work best) 5 yds of each color GRADUATION LEI Scissors Lighter (Optional) 5 yds of 5/8" satin or grosgrain ribbon (2-4 colors)

Overalls & DIY Kits How to Order Custom Overalls: Limited spots are available. (May 1- July 1 ONLY) Make appointment for an Overall Design Session. Separate appointments are required for Overalls, Mums & Garters to allow enough time for the Design Process. A deposit of $50 will be required to book this appointment. It will be applied to the balance, which is due when you place your order. Please see cancellation policy. Order Now Places to buy Overalls: I've found great overalls at Old Navy, Walmart, Kohl's, and Amazon. Dickies, Carhartt, and Levi's are a few of my favorite brands. You will get the best results from denim with little to no stretch. Price List Brand Links to Buy Online Dickies Womens white https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JGHV87Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_i_ZM9KCQ4Z25J2YZN495K7?th=1&psc=1 Dickies Womens dark denim https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004SWJ5DO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_i_XGDDMN2NQPMP0K1VG7QV?th=1&psc=1 Dickies Mens white https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000Q60EFY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_i_MZDDBDPC002P017PGCA7?th=1&psc=1 Dickies PlusSize Denim https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IJ9GP1C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_i_PDW61VF30EFD7P312S8W?th=1&psc=1 Order Now DIY Kits DIY kits are available for purchase between May 1st and July 1st of each year. All pieces will be backed and prepped for easy application with a household iron. Easy to follow instructions for application and care will be included in kit. ​ DIY Kits may be ordered by clicking the button below. All items are cut to order at this time. Order Kit Prior to Drop-off Purchase overalls with little to no stretch & no distressing. Denim that does not stretch will hold on to appliques more completely. Wash overalls 3 times without fabric softener prior to dropping off. Label overalls on an interior tag with your name. Place in plastic bag with your approved Design worksheet and complete your payment obligation (if not paid in full at time of order.) You may bring your overalls to your appointment or you may Drop off at the Design Studio BEFORE July 1st. Instructions will be emailed to you. Make sure you try on and have them hemmed prior to drop-off. A bit of a looser fit is best. Order Now

Homecoming Favorites Contact Us Lil Momma $120+ Lil Momma is a budget friendly favorite. She comes with 3 cheer style bows, 1-2 boas, 2 basic braids, a set of letter loops, HOCO ribbon, school and class ribbon, and a theme ribbon. You'll get 3 custom glitter cutouts, a centerpiece, names and trinkets. Super Cute! Senior Overalls $85+ Our SENIOR Spirit Overalls sport single layer lettering on the front and back of both legs, fabric covered and decorated front Bib pocket, ribbon trim on pockets. You may upgrade and customize to reflect your personality and activities for the best SENIOR Year! ​ DIY fabric letter/ shape kits are also available. ​ SUMMER ORDERS (5/1 thru 7/1) only ! Mega Mini $95 Our Mega Mini has all the fun of a full size single, just on a smaller scale. The crown has a 5.5" mum flower and the skirt is 18". She's the perfect size for a Birthday Mum, Cruise Ship door identifier or Birth announcement. Order Now Overall DIY Kits Our Most Popular Design Series Choosing one of our Popular Design Series is the perfect way to make your Homecoming Mum stand out. They feature a unique combination of braids, bling, glitter cardstock cutouts, high quality feather boas, and adorable plush bears. All pieces are intricately designed and crafted to ensure your homecoming mum is one of a kind and sure to make a statement. Show your school spirit with one of these designs! Mums Big Momma Single $185 9" Single $210 Double $220 Triple $235 Quad $290 Big Momma 2 layer backer Glitter Centerpiece/ 6" Bear or Monogram Dovetail bow Extra full skirt base Double Loop Name Double loop HOCO 4-5 Braids 5 Glitter Cutouts Braid bows Theme lettering 7.5 inch single mum Trinkets Printed ribbons Garland Color choice ribbons Cowbells or jingle bells Grosgrain neck tie Big Momma is a great choice for a lady that enjoys tradition with a little bit of that extra "pop". Big Momma can be made in all crown sizes, except mini. Price starts at $185 for a single Big Momma . Every effort has been made to portray each product as it will typically look. However, design elements may vary as every mum is a custom creation. Prices do not include sales tax. Grand Momma 3 layer backer Glitter Centerpiece/ Bear or Monogram 7 Glitter Cutouts Dovetail Bow 1 Strand LED Lights 4-5 Deluxe Braids Double Loop HOCO Double Loop Name Bling Trinkets Med cowbell Braid bo ws Ornament Rhinestone Ribbon Boa Extra full skirt base 7.5 inch mums HOCO ribbon Printed ribbon Garland Color choice ribbons Cow bell Jingle bells Grosgrain neck tie Grand Momma is available in crown sizes 9" single, "deuce and a half" and larger. Upgraded braids, bling and extras adorn this magnificent work of art. Price begins at $295 . Grand Momma 9"Single $295 Deuce & a half $295 Triple $330 Quad $350 Texas $450 . Every effort has been made to portray each product as it will typically look. However, design elements may vary as every mum is a custom creation. Prices do not include sales tax. Great-Grand Momma SENIORS ONLY ​ INCLUDES Sugar & Sparkles Session w/ Senior Gift Bag ​ Rhinestone Keychains Rhinestone & Pearl studded letters 2 XL Boas Bling Grad Cap 4 Layer Backer (N/A Texas shape) Aurora Plush/ 7" Bear/ Megaphone Monogram Designer Ribbon 10 Glitter Cutouts Lots of bows Bling Trinkets SENIOR Rhinestone Ribbon Luxury Bling Braids LED Lights Braid bows 5+ Luxury Line Braids Double Loop names/HOCO Extra Full Skirt Garlands Cow bells, Jingle bell s Grosgrain neck tie Great-Grand Momma is designed for the most over-the-top Mum connoisseur. Enjoy the SENIOR Experience during your Sugar & Sparkles Design Session, which includes 90 minutes with the Designer, complementary sweets & beverage service and a gorgeous Swag Bag filled with fun items to mark the start of a great Senior year. Reserved for Seniors only , a limited number of these outstandingly gorgeous mums will be created each year. A 21+ day order grace period is required. ORDER EARLY! Price starts at $475 Great-Grand Momma Triple $475 Quad $500 Texas $550 Custom & Theme $600+ . Every effort has been made to portray each product as it will typically look. However, design elements may vary as every mum is a custom creation. Prices do not include sales tax. Garters Big Daddy Twisty points Backer Centerpiece/ Bear 5 Glitter Cutouts Double Loop HOCO year Double Loop Name(s) 5 Braids Extra cowbells Braid bows 6.5 inch mum Trinkets HOCO ribbon Printed ribbons Garland Color choice ribbons Cow bells Comfort Garter This garter is large and in charge. Big Daddy has a larger single mum crown and many add-ons in the skirt and crown. Price starts at $125. Big Daddy $125 Every effort has been made to portray each product as it will typically look. However, design elements may vary as every mum is a custom creation. Prices do not include sales tax. Grand Daddy Twisty points Backer Centerpiece/ Bear 7 Glitter Cutouts Extra full skirt Double Loop Homecoming 7 Deluxe Braids Medium Jingle bell Braid bows 6.5 inch mum Bling Trinkets Ornament HOCO ribbon Printed ribbons Garland Color choice ribbons Cow bells Comfort Garter This exclusive garter is a gorgeous show-stopper. Grand Daddy has a larger single mum crown, deluxe braids and more add-ons in the skirt and crown. Nicely priced at $175. Grand Daddy $175 Every effort has been made to portray each product as it will typically look. However, design elements may vary as every mum is a custom creation. Prices do not include sales tax. Great-Grand Daddy SENIORS ONLY double & Texas Shape ​ 3 Layer Backer Centerpiece/ Bear 10 Glitter Cutouts EXCLUSIVE Senior Pkg Extra full skirt Double Loop HOCO year Name Loops 5+ Premium Braids Bandana boa 1 strand LED lights Extra cowbells Braid bows 6.5 inch mums SENIOR Ribbon HOCO ribbon Printed ribbons Garland Color choice ribbons Trinkets Comfort Garter Great-Grand Daddy is designed for the most over-the-top garter oficionado. This garter has a double mum crown, super deluxe braids, bears and so many extras! He's the perfect pairing with the Great- Grand Momma! Reserved for Seniors only , a limited number of these outstandingly gorgeous mums are created each year. A 14+ day order grace period is required. ORDER EARLY! Price starts at $225. Great-Grand Daddy $225 Every effort has been made to portray each product as it will typically look. However, design elements may vary as every mum is a custom creation. Prices do not include sales tax. Traditional Mums & Garters Our traditional mums and garters are designed for those who would prefer a more refined example of the Texas traditional mum. We call these our "Lil Momma" mums and "Lil Daddy" garters. In 2023, Lil Momma got an upgrade to keep up with the Style Evolution of Mums. She's perfect for the traditionalist Mum wearer. You can also add on any of the items from our a la carte menu to make you happy. Gorgeous on their own or upgraded with extra braids or a centerpiece, these mums are perfect for those with more conservative taste. Base Prices Mini Momma Boot Mum $30 Mini Momma Team Mum $55 Senior Sashes $12+ Lil Momma- single $120 Lil Momma- double $140 Lil Momma- triple $160 Lil Daddy Garter $55 Spirit Overalls $85+ DIY Overall Kit $30+ Overalls Prices Products shown may contain glitter cardstock cutouts, centerpieces, braids and other upgrades.

From the Homecoming Mum Design Studio Order Now Custom Bear Costumes Popular Packages Big Momma- Single Grand Momma- Double Great- Grand Momma- Quad Mini Momma Boot Mum Big Daddy- Garter Grand Daddy- Garter Some of Our Most Requested Extras Football Trainer Bear Team Zipper Pull Cheer Bear Cheer/ Dance Bow Large Curly Hair Bear Lightweight LED Lights White & Fashion Color Boas Dance/ Cheer Bow & Deluxe Frame Custom Acrylic Keychain Custom Acrylic Keychain Scallop Glitter Letters, Bling Everything Package & Cascading Mums Glitter Theme Cutouts & Monograms

2024 Homecoming Dates To get the most up to date info for HOCO 2024, follow me on Instagram and Facebook! Order Now CyFair ISD Bridgeland Cypress Creek Cy-Fair Cypress Falls Cypress Lakes Cypress Park Cypress Ranch Cypress Ridge Cypress Springs Cypress Woods Jersey Village Langham Creek Katy ISD Jordan Cinco Ranch James E. Taylor Katy High Mayde Creek Morton Ranch Paetow Seven Lakes Tompkins Fulshear HS Klein ISD Klein High Klein Cain Klein Collins Klein Forest Klein Oak Private Schools ​ Cypress Christian Rosehill Christian SJ23 St. Pius X I take orders from any school district. These are just the schools closest to my Studio.