Hailey Girls (at last!)


Once upon a time, we released a tween/teen girls pattern named Hailey. It was an instant hit and we received lots of requests for smaller sizing of this pattern. Emails and Facebook comments would usually say something like "Love it, and I think my ___-year old (insert age lower than 10) would look great in it too!" We've always kept these requests in the back of our minds but we had so many other cute girls patterns in the works that we just never got around to it.

Until now, that is! And the best part is that, not only does our new Hailey Girls pattern come in sizes 2T to 10, but it also comes in downloadable PDF format, so you can print it and sew it as many times as you'd like as your child grows.

But wait, there's more (haha... I just had to say that!): for 1 week only our new Hailey Girls pattern is part of a super awesome pattern collection called BUNDLEUP! Have you heard of it? Basically, 11 top sewing pattern designers have gotten together to release 11 patterns in a bundle. If you buy at least 6 of them, you get them for $4.50 each and the more you buy the more you save.

Check out the BUNDLEUP sale HERE. Hurry, this sale ends on May 2nd!

But don't fret, after May 3rd, you will be able to purchase Hailey Girls at full retail price from our Etsy, Craftsy and YCMT stores (it won't be up there until then). But why pay retail while you can get this and a few other awesome patterns are 50%+ off?

Here are a few pictures of Hailey Girls to inspire you.




Just like our original pattern, Hailey Girls comes with 4 different views, and can be sewn with knits or wovens. Check out the sizing chart below to determine which size to make for your girl.


Our wonderful testers provided these amazing photos for your enjoyment:











Again, the link for BundleUp can be found HERE. The sale is live right now and it runs until May 2nd. Psst... there is a extra special surprise that will come to all those who purchase the bundle... you'll see!
The Year of the BUNDLE!

Who doesn't like shopping in bulk to save a few bucks? That's why discount clubs like Sam's Club and Costco are so popular, right? We just got a membership to Costco this weekend and it was so exciting! The best part for me is when I can get a sampler pack of something, so that I don't end up with 12 of the same thing, but instead I go home with a variety pack of something that we can all enjoy... at discount prices! :)

Well, it appears the same basic idea has been applied to sewing patterns for quite some time but we just never hopped on the bandwagon before. And no, I am not talking about selling/buying wholesale (we have done that since the inception of our company). I am talking about Bundle Clubs... for patterns, as in: you get an awesome deal because you buy a bundle of patterns from established designers and pay below wholesale price when you buy them together! Well, since this is a year of firsts for MODKID, we have decided to participate in not ONE, not TWO, but THREE Sewing Pattern Bundle Clubs and we couldn't be more excited!

Here's a bit more info about the FIRST of THREE Bundle Clubs we will be participating in this year...


Ready for some exciting news?

Welcome to the first installment of Bundle UP! Bundle UP is a collective of your favorite established PDF sewing pattern designers coming together to offer you a sweet deal on both hot new patterns and your favorite closet staples from past releases. 

 What makes Bundle UP different from other bundle sales? 

  • We only feature established designers whose patterns and reputation you already know and trust.
  • We create themed bundles. Our first bundle is Girls, coming next Women's. This way you get more of what you need and none of what you don't. 
  • We offer primarily new release patterns and throw in a couple oldies but goodies to round out the bundle.
  • We allow you to Build a Better Bundle. You get to pick and choose which patterns and how many to include in your bundle (minimum of 6 patterns for bundle pricing). 
  • The more you buy, the more you save! 

Are you ready to see who is in the first Bundle UP sale?



How does it work?

These patterns are already a great bargain, marked down about 50% from their retail prices, but we have an even better deal in store for you. The more you buy, the better deal you score! You must buy at least 6 patterns to get bundle pricing, but the more you add to your cart, the cheaper they get. Here are the details:
  • $4.50 each for 6 ($27 total)
  • $4.25 each for 8 ($34 total)
  • $4.00 each for 10 or more ($40- $44 total)

Are you ready for a SNEAK PEEK?

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The sale goes live this Saturday April 26th and ends on May 2nd, 2014.


Introducing... High Society

My newest fabric collection, as part of Jo-Ann Fabrics' Premium Quilting Cotton line, is called High Society. This line was inspired by a trip my family and I took to the Biltmore Estate last year. It's got a bit of a turn-of-the-century Victorian vibe with some color pop in true Patty Young fashion.


Here is the full color card (click on thumbnail to enlarge):


I had such a fun time designing this collection! While I was drawing the flowers and shapes, I was envisioning all the cute little projects I would soon be designing and sewing with it! Here are afew of those projects to whet your appetite:

 Our newest PDF sewing pattern is called the ZOEY SUMMER ENSEMBLE and it features two sets of tops and two sets of shorts. The cover photo shows Sydney wearing a top made with Wildflowers Navy and shorts made with Brocade Teal. Inset shot shows another set of shorts made with Rose Garden Navy.


Our ZOEY models in this next shot are wearing High Society prints as well...

Our PDF pattern, REESE, features an adorable dress made with Floret Pink:


Another one of our popular PDF patterns, the CECE Lap Neck Dress and Top, also features High Society in the cover shot. Our cover model is wearing a CECE dress made with Wildflowers Citron and Floret Pink.

You may also recognize Wildflowers Navy and Floret Navy in this adorable CECE dress...

And this top version of our CECE is made with Tea on the Terrace Citron and Brocade Fuscia:


If children's clothing is not your cup of tea, check out these projects I designed for JoAnns! Look for FREE patterns in upcoming mailers!






HIGH SOCIETY is now available at Jo-Ann Fabric stores nationwide and also online (along with some limited stock of my previous line, Rendezvous)! You can click on any of the fabric swatches and check availability at your local store by using the STORE LOCATOR widget at the bottom of the page.

MODKID SUMMER FUN, Virtual Book Tour... The End

Well, folks, as they say, all good things must come to an end. I hope you have been following along with the MODKID SUMMER FUN Virtual Book Tour, and entering to win a free book of your own at each stop. There were some amazing posts and super cute sewn items shared. I wish I could visit everyone personally and give them a big fat hug, but alas this virtual THANK YOU SQUEEZE will have to do! :)

Here is a quick recap of the virtual book tour (with some direct links to the posts):



Today I am ALSO giving away a FREE copy of my new book, MODKID Summer Fun. All you have to do is leave me a comment and let me know if you've been following along with the tour and if there was a particular post you truly enjoyed... maybe a project you want to tackle yourself, or a story you found particularly sweet or funny. I will leave this contest up until next Wednesday, April 16th and then I will draw a winner. U.S. Residents will receive a paper copy and non US Residents will receive a digital copy of the book.

Good luck everyone! (don't forget to leave a way for us to contact you if you are the lucky winner!)

Also, you can purchase a signed copy on our website!

I leave you with a few of the photos we took along the way as we were designing the projects for the book:








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