Modern Prairie Sewing.. at Always in Stitches!!!!

When I found my book, Modern Prairie Sewing, sitting on the book shelf at Always in Stitches in Noblesville, I was so excited!!!

The gals at Always in Stitches were happy too, so we got together and set a date for me to have a book signing!

 Turnabout blouse...

 my books...

  signing...

 This gorgeous young lady is my cousin, Hannah.

She was super sweet and offered to test out the Everyday Sundress back when I was working on the pattern.

She wore her Everyday Sundress to the book signing and it looked

SO cute on her!!!

(Proof's in the puddin'... ^ )

I had such a great day!!! I had a lot of fun at my book signing and enjoyed talking to quite a few gals who were just like me... they love to sew and see where their imagination and fabric will take them!

I especially loved seeing my family (and a couple friends!) walk up.

Wow. I have the most amazing and supportive family ever.

And I love them to pieces. Each and every one.

Thanks so much, Always in Stitches, for having me!

You have a beautiful and inspirational store.

xx Abi

sale. salE. saLE. sALE. SALE!!!!!

Hey everyone! 

Enjoy 50% off your order when you use the coupon code ALLNEW

 now through March 5th.

Check it out!!!

xo Abi

The Sweetest Review Ever

I found the kindest, sweetest review for the Maggie bag waiting for me when I was going through my email.

It's people like this that make doing what I do worth all the effort.

Thank you so much, Laura!

5 out of 5 stars for the Maggie Bag Tote        

"This bag is so stinkin cute! Can't wait for spring to show it off. The button/flower design is delightful and adds adorable characters. Bag's ginormous and will carry a lot. Shipping and delivery were quick; Abi was super about quickly responding to questions and shipping out asap even during the holiday season. I highly recommend Modern Prairie Sewing (Abi) - she clearly knows what she is doing."

Oh - and don't forget! My New Year's sale is still going on and will be through the 16 January!  Enter code HAPPYNEW to receive 45% off your order.   happy shopping, abi

Happy New Year's Sale - 45% off!!!

It's a Happy New Year's sale, y'all!!!! 

And it's BIG! 45% off your entire order when you purchase anything at my Etsy shop, The Modern Prairie Girl, now through 16 January! 

Use coupon code HAPPYNEW

Please order while what you're wanting is available! A lot of cute and fun things still left, like skirts (lots and lots of skirt, clothes, belts, scarves...), my book, a boat load of sweet bags and even a special bundle of fabric (over 15 yards worth. Wow.)

Happy shopping & Happy New Year!

xo Abi

3 Days Till Christmas!!!!

Christmas is just about here!!!! 

Please don't forget about using my 40% off coupon, MERRYCHRISTMAS, so you snatch something up at a great price from my Etsy shop!!!! 

The coupon ends 26 December. 

xo Abi

Just a reminder....

A deep heart-felt thank you to everyone who has purchased from my Etsy shop!

Don't forget that the coupon code MERRYCHRISTMAS is good through 26 December!!!

There are still a lot of great things left... including my new pattern designs that never run out. ;)

xo Abi

Firecracker Skirt - a PDF pattern!!!!

Wow! Eep! Yay! Hurray! 

It's out!!!!

The skirt pattern that started fumbling around in my brain months ago is now ready for the rest of the world to see, sew, wear and enjoy!!!!!

So this is the Firecracker skirt. 

The good news is that it can be made and worn by women and girls alike!

That's fun, right? Buy one pattern and you can make it for every.single.age.

I like that about this skirt too.

I would definitely suggest giving this skirt as a gift; especially if you can sneak your best friend's waist measurement and her favorite skirt length from her!

So here's my story behind the Firecracker skirt:

This fun full skirt is definitely fit and flare. Hugging you at the waist, but plenty of room
for leg movement. (Who doesn’t love movement?!) This little skirt is a breeze to make
and includes an optional lining slip version too. Simple shirring at the waist adds comfort
and ease. Wear your Firecracker skirt with sneakers for a casual look, or wear it Sunday
morning with espadrilles for a bang. Add pom pom trim or vintage lace around the hem
of your skirt for a special touch of uniqueness. 

After all, it’s your skirt; don’t be afraid to let it sparkle!

Special thanks to my sister, Abiah, and our three best friends, Faith, Jane &
Becky. Just because the four of you brighten my world. I love you. Happy sewing, y'all!!!!  XO Abi

Huge thanks to my sisters, Abiah and Achaia. Abiah, for the perfect finished
photos. Achaia, for being the most gorgeous and sweetest model ever. xo

Everyday Sundress - a PDF pattern!

Everyday Sundress! 

Complete with women's sizes XS - XL with full size pattern pieces,

 ready to download, print off and tape together!!
A terrific pattern for a beginning sewist who wants to venture past the
simplistic elastic waist skirt.
The beautiful thing about the Everyday Sundress (and all of it's easy views) is that
it's flattering to every figure type.

Sew! What are you waiting for?!
Order the pattern now and get it now when you purchase it here.  

Abiah & Clara in The Dresses - knee & maxi

Sophie & Abi in The Tunic

Bella in The Top

Just us....

Check out the video too!!!

We had so much fun talking and laughing and soaking in the 

sunshine while we spent the day together. 

happy sewing!  xo, Abi

             Special thanks to my friend, Sam, for mentioning in passing the word ‘sundress’ while we were talking about possible patterns and when I was racking my brain to find a name for this design. In turn, I liked the sound of the word so much that I just had to use it! After I made this tunic in knit, it only seemed right to stick the word ‘everyday’ in there too. So the Everyday Sundress has him to thank for its proper name! And so do I.

Huge thanks to my friend Sophie of Smile For Sophie Photography for the 

gorgeous finished project photos and the wonderful video!