Saturday, July 16, 2011

Introducing..

Hello friends!

I think its about time I show you what has been taking up the majority of my day, every day.

dress line
dress line

and voila!
dress line

If you follow me on twitter, you probably already knew this. (See? You should follow me on twitter!)

A little over a month ago I quit my job as hair stylist (sometimes it takes working in a field you thought you'd love to realize you, in fact, despise it). And after months (or years!) dreaming about how I someday wanted to design my own dresses and make them and sell them, I realized the only thing holding me back was fear. So after much encouragement from my husband, I decided to take the leap of faith and just do it! For the past month I have been working my TAIL off, sketching and designing and drafting and cutting and stitching for hours and hours. There have been days where I was jumping and dancing through the house after finishing a dress and there were days where i felt like I made the biggest mistake of my life (in reality, i was probably just tired). I don't know how long I'll be doing this or where it'll take me but I do know that wherever it does take me, i'll be so happy i took a step of faith and just did it!

I'm hoping to have the collection out in 2 weeks! And I will definitely keep posting more news as it happens.

Oh, and here's a preview of what you might find in the first batch of dresses.
(think 50/60s inspired)

dress line
dress line

38 comments:

  1. This is so exciting! Congrats!

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  2. I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU, ABI! This is INCREDIBLE! I love both dresses and I'd buy them both - I adore the sailboat one, especially because I'm a lover of sailing and the ocean. You rock!

    And YAY for your husband supporting you. I know how wonderful it is to have your spouse have your back and support you - but not everyone does. I'm glad we're both lucky, lucky ladies. :D

    I WANT THOSE DRESSES!

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  3. This looks amazing! Congratulations! I can't wait to see more of these dresses.

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  4. Ahhhh I want those dresses!! They're perfect.

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  5. Oh my gosh! How cute! Good for you going for it, you are driven! Can't wait to see them all!

    xoxo
    Solanah

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  6. The dresses look gorgeous! I can't wait to see the full collection :)

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  7. oh. my. gosh. I'm in love with the dresses!


    Talia Christine
    http://taliachristine.blogspot.com

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  8. it's always the BEST to hear about people following something that's been in their heart! best wishes with this line, i adore the ones you posted already!!!

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  9. ohh, abi, these are wonderful! tim & i were talking to josh at cornerstone and he mention this project. i've been excited to see them ever since! they look so darling. you're quite talented!

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  10. Wow...I think that is just awesome!! Can't wait to see all the dresses (and maybe make a purchase or two...) - Lisa

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  11. Your dresses are *gorgeous* even from just these sneak-peek snapshots! I absolutely love the navy peterpan collar one, it's lovely!

    I can't wait until they go on sale, I'll be checking them out for sure!

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  12. These look like seriously beautiful, quality garments!! amazing! I can't wait to see the full collection, don't make us wait too long ;)

    xo, B

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  13. That Peter Pan collar dress is absolutely wonderful. Congrats on your new endeavor.

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  14. I am so excited for you! You are so inspiring and I can't wait to buy some of your super cute dresses!!!!

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  15. i couldn't be more excited about this! so glad you took the leap :)

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  16. oh my gosh, that sailboat print is too adorable! very exciting for you. :)

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  17. Congrats for taking that leap forward and doing what you love!

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  18. Congratulations! The dresses look wonderful, especially the black one... cute, cute, cute! I hope you find as much fulfillment in your new job as you dreamed.

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  19. Oh my goodness!!!! I love the second dress SO much! I am so happy that you took the leap do this!

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  20. I'm so, so excited... but you already knew that! ;)

    Really, I can't wait to see them, and I'm so happy for you! Doing what you love is one of those things that a lot of people don't get to enjoy, but it makes life so much happier. :)

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  21. So awesome Abs!! These dresses are adorable. You are amazing.

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  22. i'm in love with the second one.

    congrats on this (:

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  23. Oh my gosh, I'm excited for these! I'm so happy for you. Congrats on taking the leap towards something that's going to make you so happy! Are you starting a website or opening a shop on etsy?

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  24. Oh they are lovely! :) You are so talented and creative. I can't wait to hear how much they will cost and where to buy them. :)

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  25. Abi, you never cease to amaze me!! Follow your heart: Do what you love, and you will never have to "work" a day in your life!! Wishing you all the best. xoxoxo Cinnie

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  26. Congrats! That's amazing! And your dresses are soooo cute! Can't wait to see/hear more.

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  27. wonderful! I just might have to have you make me one with a button front so I can nurse. :)

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  28. Looks fantastic! Keep it up, girl!

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  29. Oh my goodness! I am SO excited for your dress line! Can't wait to see all the pretty dresses! Congrats!

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  30. Gah! SO excited! Way to go lady!

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  31. You should definitely be dancing for joy - so gorgeous! Can't wait to see them all. Congrats on following your dream! I had the same epiphany when I came to teaching. :)

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  32. what sweet dresses! i cannot wait to own one(: congratulations on following your dream!
    sarah

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  33. Hi, I just stumbled across your blog and I have to say, I adore these dresses! So cute! I especially love the one with the sailboats!

    Jenni
    www.impressionsofjenni.blogspot.com

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  34. Good for you, following your dreams!

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  35. Hi there I have been following your Blog and LOVE your healthy recipes and what nots... I am so happy for you that you took a leap of faith and are doing this dress line... So far I LOVE what you have posted!
    Please make some that are not just for tiny skinny girls! I have had 2 babies in under 2 years so I am not a skinny minny and would love to own some of your creations!
    Thanks keep up the good work!
    Sarah

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  36. Beautiful dresses! That sailboat print is AWESOME!!

    http://kariyah.blogspot.com/

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  37. love, love, love these dresses.

    I can't wait to see what else you have!

    good work, abi. I'm sure you will be so glad you took this chance.

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  38. I love your collection, this is such an inspiring post to read :)

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