May 02, 2012

GIVEAWAY: Sewing Modkid Style

Today is my turn on the Virtual Book Tour for Sewing Modkid Style, a brand new and inspiring book written by Patty Young and published by Wiley Publishing.  This beautiful book is hard cover and spiral-bound and a must-have for sewing with knits.  It includes lots of tips and detailed instructions, 20 projects for girls 2T-10 with full-size pattern sheets, how-to diagrams, and LOTS of gorgeous full-colour photos!



Want to win a copy?  Just leave a comment - maybe you can tell me if you've sewn with knits before or are wanting to learn?  Or maybe you can direct me to some online shops with a good selection of knits and what your favourites are to work with?  Or maybe you don't sew but want to win this book for a sewer in your life?  Any comment will do, just one per person.  Winner will be picked by random.org on May 11th.





Also, you'll want to visit these other great blogs on the tour ... 

Sewing MODKID Style Blog Tour

Monday, April 2nd, 2012: Wiley Craft Blog
Wed., April 4th, 2012: A Sewing Journal
Friday, April 6th, 2012: Pink Chalk Studio
Monday, April 9th, 2012: Melanie Dramatic
Wed., April 11th, 2012: Stop Staring and Start Sewing
Friday, April 13th, 2012: Generation Q
Monday, April 16th, 2012: Lil Blue Boo
Wed., April 18th, 2012: True Up
Friday, April 20th, 2012: Paige Hill
Monday, April 23rd, 2012: Boutique Café
Wed., April 25th, 2012: The Long Thread
Friday, April 27th, 2012: Sew Pretty Dresses
Monday, April 30th, 2012: Prudent Baby
Wed., May 2nd, 2012: Our Busy Little Bunch
Friday, May 4th, 2012: Fat Quarterly
Monday, May 7th, 2012: Making It Fun
Wed., May 9th, 2012: MODKID blog


Please take a minute to visit MODKID designs:

84 comments:

Toni said... #

I'm pretty sure if I don't win this book I'll be buying it anyway! Since we are finally having a little girl I'm getting very excited about all the fun clothes to make for her. This book looks fabulous, and I need all the help I can get with knits!

Mhairi said... #

I haven't sewn with knits before, I have bought knits and patterns but never taken the plunge - I get scared of the ball point needle and the stretch factor and go back to cottons and denims.

LV said... #

I've actually never sewn with knits before but really should try it! This book looks great. Thanks!

Joan and Kevin said... #

I would love to win this book! A have a granddaughter and would make her lots of clothes out of this book. Thanks for the giveaway!

cpasseno said... #

I love to sew with knits and so happy Patty has written this book. I would love to win this book, but will buy it if I am not the lucky one. Thank you for this chance!!

Irina said... #

I'd love to win a copy, I have never sewn with knits and I'd like to start some day... thanks for the chance!

Linda T said... #

This looks like a great book! I haven't sewn with knits (although I would love to try someday). I don't have girls either, but my sister in law would love this book! And I promise that if I win, I would steal it back if I ever had a girl!
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Rebekah said... #

Knits are my go-to fabrics for my daughters' clothes.

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Meika said... #

Sewing with knits have always scared me. I dont know why and so many people say they are easy. I think I just need to give it a go! I can't wait to get my hands on a copy of this book

Chiska said... #

I haven't sewn with knits, but I seem to have a bit in my stash from hand-me-overs from my Mom and others. I need to just get brave and do it!

Suzanne said... #

I still haven't dived into knits but hope to make swimsuits this spring! I have some friends who have only really sewn with knits and find cottons scary! :)

needle and nest said... #

I've always had a bit of a fear of sewing with knits. I'd love to get ahold of a copy of this book - maybe it would help cure me! :)

Misformilk said... #

Yes Please!!! I really really want to win a copy!!!

Karan Small said... #

I live in the boondocks & have no local source for Patty Young's cute knits, although I've purchased them online. One of my other favorite online sources for quality knits is Chez Ami. They sell the same fabrics they use to create their ready-to-wear clothing. I would treasure this book!

phillysblarney said... #

I have not sewn with knits for years, but would love to have the book to inspire me.

Jess said... #

Would love a copy! I really like the simple designs.

Melissa said... #

I have seen with knits once and would really like to again!

WoolenSails said... #

This looks like a great book to have for dress making. I have been looking for good patterns to make charity dresses and haven't sewed in years, so good to relearn and have some nice patterns for all sizes.

We used to have a nice large fabric store with all types of fabrics, but they closed down.


Debbie

Alisa said... #

I have sewn with knits, but not extensively. This looks like a good one. If I don't win it, I'll just have to borrow it. Or sew with you... :-)

Sasha said... #

I've done some appliqué with knits, but i have to admit i've been a bit nervous to jump in and makes something soley from them. The other day i did buy some ball point needles so it's definitely on the horizon!

Sallie said... #

I would like to win this book and start sewing with knits. Thanks for the giveaway!

VickiT said... #

I have my fingers crossed that maybe my luck will be found soon. I'd love to have Patty's book although I'm sure I'll buy it if I don't win a copy. Thank you for giving another chance.

Lynn M said... #

thanks for the great giveaway!

Loretta said... #

Haven't worked with knits yet, but if I don't win this book I will be buying it! I love Patty Young patterns! They are so very easy to use!

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Bella Brooke said... #

Would love a copy!!! Just learning about knits, but have my ballpoint needles & pins all ready!

Cheryl said... #

I've stuck my toe in the water of sewing with knits but I don't think my results look very professional. I'm looking forward to winning Patty's book and reading her instructions for successful knit outfits.

Sabrina said... #

I have only made a scarf with knit and haven't venture into any clothing yet. This book looks amazing for ideas for my little girl. Thanks for the chance.

Christina said... #

I would love to win this! I started sewing for my little girl last year and have pretty much used the same two patterns over and over. Would be great to try something new:)

Mindy Rhae said... #

I LOVE Patty's stuff, and I would LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this book!! mindyrhae (at) gmail (dot) com

Kathy H said... #

I have sewn with knits before but mostly for dresses and jumpers. Wanting to try some tees but don't know how well they will turn out.

**nicke... said... #

i have sewed with them a bit.... not too much though. i need to practice a bit more!

Heather said... #

I love that this book has tons of knits, and that the sizes go up to 10!!!

tuft said... #

I would love to sew with knits, i have some, but i've not done it yet. Have to give it a go.

Becky (My Fabric Obsession) said... #

I've only sewn with knits once. I'd love a copy of this book to help me with the issues I had when I tried before. I've heard quilthome.com has a good selection of knits.

Lauren said... #

Desperately want this book! I have sewn a bit with knits, and would love to sew a lot more with them!

Christina Marie said... #

I would love this book! I have dabbled in knits and really love it -- and I love the size range of this book!
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KatieQ said... #

I've never sewn with knits, but would love to try. They are great for children's clothing.

Michelle @ Barabooboo said... #

I LOVE everything Patty Young! I have some of her knits (I got on sale on Etsy) in my sewing stash waiting for the perfect project! Maybe it will be found in the book---my fingers are crossed! I have sewn with knits before, usually in combo with cotton wovens--I have made the "comfy yoga suit" from Heidi & Finn patterns several times with knits--they do take a bit of practice!

tammi said... #

I love sewing knits. Patty Young's fabrics and patterns are great. I'm dying to see this book!

Marcia W. said... #

With 5 grandnieces, would love to win this book to make pretty clothes for them. My sewing with knits dates back to the days when "polyester" was the adjective. I've read that Patty has great tips for sewing with knits and that would be most helpful. Thanks for the giveaway.

Margaret said... #

I would love to win this book (then I wouldn't have to buy it). It looks like one of those must haves. I sewed with knits a lot when my kids were little. I just started sewing with them again.

Becky said... #

I'd love to win this for my SIL who is now sewing for her granddaughter. Thanks for the chance!

kyliealysha said... #

I've sewn a couple of things with knits and I'm hooked! Such a cute book!

Jo said... #

I have sewn one project with knits, and it turned out so-so. I would LOVE to win this book! Thank-you for the giveaway! j-j-s AT juno DOT com

Heidi Staples said... #

I've never sewn with knits before, but I'd love to try it. And this book looks adorable!!

jan said... #

I used to sew with knits. Thanks for a chance to win this wonderful
book.

sb said... #

I sew with knits occasionally, but considering my daughter's preference for wearing them vs. wovens, I need to use them more. I could use a little more instruction, though.

Anonymous said... #

I haven't sewed with much of anything but would love this book!

Pam @Threading My Way said... #

Thanks for the chance to win. I have sewn with knits, but not for a long time. I'd love to win this...

Danny Heyen said... #

I have sewn with knits before, but I'm not great at it. I would LOVE to learn more!

Janet said... #

Cute clothes! I'd love to sew more for my grandkids.

Katarina said... #

I've never worked with knits but I'm sure once I'll try it. I'm quite new to sewing so there's a lot I have to learn. It would be great to win a book full of inspiration! Thank you

Amanda said... #

This book looks fantastic! I sew with knits for both my kids. Dresses for my daughter and pants for my little guy. Mod Kid patterns are great so I am guessing this book is too! I'd love to win it!

BeeSewSweet said... #

This looks like a great book! I have sewn a few things with knits and, while I've found it more challenging, I've been very happy with the results! Thanks for the giveaway!

Pattij said... #

I love sewing with knits except for hems! Would love a copy!
Evin5 at aol dot com

Tonya said... #

I like sewing with knits. I watched Pattie's instructional videos and they helped a lot. I would love to try her patterns in this book.

Carla G said... #

I've been wanting to sew with knits... I've even got a t-shirt cut out for a practice run before I do something more complicated. Thanks for a chance to win! :)

sandyandcosmo said... #

It's been years since I have sewn with knits, maybe this book would inspire me!

Floss said... #

I sewed a couple of sweaters when I was a teenager, but nothing since, I think it be fun to try again to make something for my daughter.

Harriet said... #

I haven't sewn with knits, but would love to give it a try.

Colleen said... #

I have not sewn with knits but would love to learn. Thanks for the giveaway!!

Carol said... #

I've been wanting to learn to sew with knits so I think this book could help me alot! Love all the clothes!

Rachel said... #

I would love to have this book. Great giveaway.

Mellissa said... #

I hope I win this, but if not I will ask for it for my birthday this summer. I am new to sewing, I have only tried knits a couple of times and they are scary to me! This book would be wonderful and I would get a lot of use out of the patterns, as I have two girls ages 7 years and 8 months. Thanks for the chance to win

Rose E. Glasses said... #

Thanks for the opportunity to win the book. I like sewing with knits. I would love to dust off my serger and give clothing construction a go again!

Pattij said... #

I have not sewn with knits but would love to learn how! Thanks for the great giveaway!
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Lisa Wiesman said... #

I have never sewn with knits but want to just a little intimidated by them. Maybe this book would help!

Jacqui said... #

I've done a bit with knits and it's never as hard as I expect it to be so why don't I do it more? I'm sure this book would finally get me into using them properly. Thanks for the chance to win it!

Nelissa said... #

I have just dabbled in the knit fabric sewing. Hoping to improve my skills a lot more. Thank you for the opportunity.

KatheG said... #

I used to sew knits a long time ago but haven't done much since then at all. Would love to win this book. Thanks for the giveaway.

Jennie P. said... #

Thank you for the chance to win this book.

♥Duff said... #

I just made my first apron for a little girl and I'm ready to make something else! thanks for the chance to win some patterns!!

Karrie said... #

Thanks so much for the chance to win! I love learning how to do new things. And I love giving hand made gifts instead of store bought products :)

Christine said... #

I haven't sewn with knits before, but I am really hoping to learn. I love Patty Young's patterns.

Lisa in Port Hope said... #

It looks like a wonderful book, I'm sure I would learn something new.

RobynLouise said... #

I used to sew knit fabric clothing years ago and have just begun to do so again but I have a friend who has just started sewing for her little girls that I'd love to gift this to.

Mary said... #

I've sewn with knits quite a bit. I always found mine at JoAnn's. Love to win the book for the little granddaughter in my life.

Wivi said... #

I haven't sewn with knits before but I want to learn. I just got a granddaughter so the book will fit me perfect.

WandaFish said... #

I've only made some dress-up capes with knits before and I'd love to try out some of these super cute projects for my daughter. This book is definitely going to the top of my wish list! Thanks for the chance to win.

Anonymous said... #

I would love to win and sew for my granddaughter, I have been sewing knits since the 70's when we used the Stretch and Sew patterns. These patterns look much cuter.

Dana said... #

I haven't sewn with knits very much. Definately would like to try though!

Anonymous said... #

I haven't really sewn knits since I first started learning to sew (a loong time ago). I would love to try again.

Donana said... #

I would love this book. I'm saving my vintage sheets for this!