Fashion Designer

"The slogan of the store--"unruffled, unveiled, unstoppable women"--is a perfect descriptor for the tenacious religious feminists who here pursue the American Dream. " -Publishers WeeklyThe American Dream thrives in 1912 New York City Annie Wood, the housemaid-turned-pattern designer in The Pattern Artist, jumps at the chance to design her own clothing line when a wealthy New York couple offers to finance her endeavor. Joining the project is Annie's new husband, Sean Culver, her best friend at Butterick, Maude Nascato, and a mother figure, Edna Holmquist. Annie and her colleagues give up their careers, risking everything to follow a shared passion: clothes that are both fashionable and functional for modern, busy women in 1912. Personal and financial setbacks test old relationships and new romances while threatening to keep the business from ever selling a single dress. No one said it would be easy. But the promise of the American Dream holds a deep hope for those who work hard, trust God, and never give up.

"The slogan of the store--"unruffled, unveiled, unstoppable women"--is a perfect descriptor for the tenacious religious feminists who here pursue the American Dream." -Publishers Weekly "Nancy Moser's The Fashion Designer is a charming look into the early twentieth century full of characters who are true to their time yet still relate to today's struggles. A lovely sequel to The Pattern Artist." -Julianna Deering, author of the Drew Farthering Mysteries"A delightful story of friendship and faith that takes readers into the world of fashion history and female entrepreneurship. You'll cheer for these women's successes and love the way they meet every challenge." -Stephanie Grace Whitson, award-winning author of over thirty novels "The Fashion Designer is a satisfying, sightseeing journey into America's fashion history. Annie is an intriguing heroine who reminds us that no experience in life is wasted. I loved it!" -Kristin Billerbeck, author of The Theory of Happily Ever After "Nancy Moser's TheFashion Designer is a story drenched in faith, trust, and blessings. Dreams come true and obstacles are overcome for the women in this book who work hard to accomplish their goals while praying every step of the way. Each character has a struggle, yet joy is found in friendship and purpose. Enjoy this journey!" -Kristen Heitzmann, Christy Award winning author of the Told You Series "Nancy Moser has her own delightful writing style that I cannot stop reading! I love to read more than one romance in a novel, and The Fashion Designer provides that in spades!" -Hannah Alexander, author of The Wedding Kiss "A delightful story of women forging ahead on the verge of a new era, risking everything for their chance at the American Dream. The vote for women, women in the workplace, and women's fashion to accommodate these new roles are some of the topics that are woven into this tale of friendship, love, and loyalty. If you enjoy reading about women who molded the times they lived in, you'll love The Fashion Designer." -Jennifer Vander Klipp, Amazon best-selling author of The Road Home and Protective Custody