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20 patterns to sew cool knits for the modern girlGone are the days of impeccably dressed little girls with their perfect pigtails and stiff, frilly dresses. These days kids lead active, busy lifestyles—running from gymnastics to soccer practice or from a play date to the grocery store with mom. There isn't much time for dressing to the nines. Today's active girl needs a wardrobe that is not only stylish and exciting to wear, but that moves, runs, jumps, and bends with her life.
Sewing MODKID Style offers all of that. Each project, created by designer and mom Patty Young, features fun and comfortable knit fabrics that easily stretch and move with the busiest little lady. These style-savvy designs can be customized to fit toddlers (sizes 2T–5T) or girls (sizes 6–10). All of the garments are made without zippers, buttons, or snaps and can be pulled on quickly by the tiniest of hands. Plus, all of the designs are interchangeable so kids can mix and match pieces to create a style completely their own. Projects include:
Rosy headband
Fingerless gloves
Leg warmers
Yoga pants
Bubble skirt
Banded tank top
Not-so-plain tee
Contrast v-neck sweater
Bloom dress
Swimsuit
And much more
Proving that style and comfort do go hand in hand, Sewing MODKID Style gives you everything you need to create a wardrobe full of whimsy for every girl in your life.
Synopsis
20 patterns to sew cool threads for the modern girlBooks by fabric designers are hot, sewing with knits is on the rise, and children's clothing and accessories are the most popular projects in the category. Combining all three of these with her fresh, signature style, Patty Young offers up a compelling collection of children's wear for her eager audience of blog followers and fans of her pattern and fabric designs.
In Sewing MODKID Style, you'll get 20 patterns that can be customized to fit toddlers (sizes 2T-5T) or girls (sizes 6-10). Embracing Patty's specialty of designing patterns with knit fabrics—which allow children to run, stretch, and play comfortably—the projects dress your girl with flair and style.
- Extensive sewing and finishing techniques for knit fabrics
- Styling tips are included throughout, such as how to wear leggings on their own or under a skirt and how to sew a dress that can double as a shirt
- Showcasing Patty's colorful and wearable designs, projects are great for moms, gift givers, and knit fabric enthusiasts
If you're a beginning to intermediate sewer with a young girl in your life, you'll love the projects in Sewing MODKID Style.
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20 patterns to sew cool threads for the modern girlBooks by fabric designers are hot, sewing with knits is on the rise, and children's clothing and accessories are the most popular projects in the category. Combining all three of these with her fresh, signature style, Patty Young offers up a compelling collection of children's wear for her eager audience of blog followers and fans of her pattern and fabric designs.
In Sewing MODKID Style, you'll get 20 patterns that can be customized to fit toddlers (sizes 2T-5T) or girls (sizes 6-10). Embracing Patty's specialty of designing patterns with knit fabrics--which allow children to run, stretch, and play comfortably--the projects dress your girl with flair and style.
- Extensive sewing and finishing techniques for knit fabrics
- Styling tips are included throughout, such as how to wear leggings on their own or under a skirt and how to sew a dress that can double as a shirt
- Showcasing Patty's colorful and wearable designs, projects are great for moms, gift givers, and knit fabric enthusiasts
If you're a beginning to intermediate sewer with a young girl in your life, you'll love the projects in Sewing MODKID Style.
Synopsis
20 patterns to sew cool threads for the modern girlBooks by fabric designers are hot, sewing with knits is on the rise, and children's clothing and accessories are the most popular projects in the category. Combining all three of these with her fresh, signature style, Patty Young offers up a compelling collection of children's wear for her eager audience of blog followers and fans of her pattern and fabric designs.
In Sewing MODKID Style, you'll get 20 patterns that can be customized to fit toddlers (sizes 2T-5T) or girls (sizes 6-10). Embracing Patty's specialty of designing patterns with knit fabrics—which allow children to run, stretch, and play comfortably—the projects dress your girl with flair and style.
- Extensive sewing and finishing techniques for knit fabrics
- Styling tips are included throughout, such as how to wear leggings on their own or under a skirt and how to sew a dress that can double as a shirt
- Showcasing Patty's colorful and wearable designs, projects are great for moms, gift givers, and knit fabric enthusiasts
If you're a beginning to intermediate sewer with a young girl in your life, you'll love the projects in Sewing MODKID Style.
About the Author
Patty Young produces a popular line of textiles through Michael Miller Fabrics and licenses her designs on a variety of products. Patty also publishes her own sewing pattern line under her independent company's label, MODKID LLC. She has been featured in numerous national and international magazines and trade publications. Her company can be found at www.modkidboutique.com and you can also catch the latest updates on all things Patty at www.modkidboutique.blogspot.com.
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION 8
CHAPTER 1 guide to sewing with knits 18
CHAPTER 2 accessories 30
rosy headband 32
stripwork scarf 37
fingerless gloves 41
leg warmers 46
harlequin quilt 50
CHAPTER 3 bottoms 56
yoga pants (or shorts) 58
twirly tiered skirt 64
bubble skirt 69
leggings 75
A-line gored skirt 80
CHAPTER 4 tops 84
banded tank top 86
tie strap halter 92
Mondrian shirt 97
not-so-plain tee 102
contrast v-neck sweater 108
CHAPTER 5 dresses and ensembles 114
bubble dress 116
shirrley tank dress 122
bloom dress 129
swimsuit 136
swim cover-up 144
GLOSSARY 153
RESOURCES 155
INDEX 156