Happy Friday, everyone! Please join me tonight at 5:00 pm EDT for a Crowdcast live stream. This will be an informal catch-up. Possible topics include (but not limited to): sewing, knitting, camping, hair and makeup, and more! Feel free to bring questions. Please click the link above to access the live stream. Can’t wait to catch up!
xoxo,
Gertie
2020-09-25 14:22:41 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! I've been super busy prepping next month's project for you and I think you're going to love it. Before the month ends, I want to make sure we connect! Here's what's coming up:
1. Live Stream on Crowdcast tomorrow (Friday September 25th) at 5:00 pm Eastern. This is a bonus extra Q&A live stream! (Full disclosure: due to social media feedback and discussion about the last Crowdcast being available o...
2020-09-24 17:47:42 +0000 UTC View PostBig news: This month's Crowdcast will be on Thursday, September 17th at 5:00 pm EST and I have a very special treat for you! Renae Brock (aka @br0ck_n_r0ll on Instagram) will be joining us a special guest. Renae is a member of our Patreon community and she will be sharing a personal and historical look at Ch...
2020-09-10 18:00:31 +0000 UTC View Post
UPDATE #2, 9/3: my last post had some technical HTML glitches and was not updating properly, so I have deleted it and created a new entry for this video.
UPDATE #1, 9/3: Please note that we have changed the name and the closure design of this pattern! I’ve really appreciated the opportunity to have constructive conversations via Instagram about vintage fashion and some of the trickier aspects of it. I sincerely apologize to those I hurt with any aspect of the ...
2020-09-03 15:48:56 +0000 UTC View Post
UPDATE 9/3: Please note that we have changed the name and the closure design of this pattern! I’ve really appreciated the opportunity to have constructive conversations via Instagram about vintage fashion and some of the trickier aspects of it. I sincerely apologize to those I hurt with any aspect of the design or name. Based on your feedback, we have decided to change the name of the project to the Hostess Lounge Set, and we are also changing the design of the closures. Additionall...
2020-09-01 13:37:13 +0000 UTC View Post
It's the last day of August, which means that tomorrow is a brand new Patreon project! Yet again, we are bringing you a totally new stand-alone pattern. This design has been much requested over the years, so I can't wait to show it to you tomorrow morning. Come back here for the video and pattern!
Henry is showing off some of the fabrics we used for the samples: an amazing animal print cotton lawn from B&J (in 2020-08-31 17:25:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! As you probably know, every month we do two live events. The content and timing of the events vary from month to month. Here is the schedule and what you can expect this month:
Friday, August 21st at 3:00 pm Eastern: Crowdcast Webinar (All Tiers)
Join me for a live event, complete with one of my famous Po...
2020-08-18 18:20:39 +0000 UTC View Post
Update 8/1: Please note that for the front waist dart on A-C cups only, you will need to use a 1/4" seam allowance. D-H cups will use a 5/8" seam allowance as shown in the video.
Who doesn't need a cute puff sleeve blouse to go with shorts and full skirts? This little top will help you maximize your summer wardrobe!
Watch the video to see how the entire thing comes together with a perfectly polished finish. We've devised a construction method that is s...
2020-08-01 14:47:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Update 8/1: Please note that for the front waist dart on A-C cups only, you will need to use a 1/4" seam allowance. D-H cups will use a 5/8" seam allowance as shown in the video. The instruction file will be updated ASAP!
Update 8/3: The instructions file has been updated to reflect the change above! No other changes were made.
Here's a brand new stand-alone pattern for you! Meet the Picnic Top, a 1940s-inspired blouse to pair with ski...
2020-08-01 14:47:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Don't forget to join us for a sewing circle at 5:00 eastern today! It will last about one hour. Here's all the info you need:
Topic: 7/29 Sewing Circle!
Time: Jul 29, 2020 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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One of my most-requested tutorials! Here's how to add elasticity to a garment with shirring. In this video, I added a small shirred panel to the back of the Harlow Pajama top. Another great way to use this technique is to shirr the waistline of the Popover Dress in a spiral pattern or shirr an entire back panel like in the Jane Set (see photos below!).
I used Guttermann Elastic Thread, which comes in several colors.
I've heard reports of some computerized machines not cooper...
2020-07-28 20:30:19 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi lovely patrons! I'm so excited to be bringing you a skill-based video tutorial (the first of two for this month). In this video, I show you how to make an oversized decorative frog for the Harlow Pajamas (or any other garment you choose) inspired by the one Dita Von Teese wore in her house tour video.
Hi everyone! We've been super busy behind the scenes preparing new content for you. Here's what you can look forward to:
Don't forget to join us today for a sewing circle on Zoom! Here is all the info you need to join the meeting:
Topic: Gertie's Sewing Circle
Time: Jul 22, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
2020-07-22 13:12:18 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! Because the virtual sewing circles have been so popular, we've decided to do TWO this month! (One will replace the usual monthly live stream.)
Here's the schedule:
1. Wednesday, July 22nd at 12:00 noon Eastern: this is a new time we're trying! Hopefully it will work for a whole new group of sewists.
The Harlow Pajamas are a FREE Charm Pattern full of '30s glamour, and here's a fabulous sleeve expansion just for you patrons. This batwing-style sleeve brings all the drama to this pajama! (Stay tuned for a BIG project later this month.)
Download the instructions and pattern files at the bottom of this post (note the separate files for A0 and tiled home printing; see the instructions f...
2020-07-01 15:50:45 +0000 UTC View Post
Happy July, everyone! We have a fabulous sleeve expansion to the Harlow Pajamas for you. This batwing-style sleeve brings all the drama to this pajama!
In this video, I show you how to hem and set in the sleeve. (Fun idea to take this project to the next level: how about fully lining the sleeve in a contrast color that will peek out when you wear it?) Be sure to grab the pattern piece from my separate post, d...
2020-07-01 15:50:37 +0000 UTC View Post
Well June is just breezing right by, isn't it? Before it's over, I want to make sure to connect with you in a couple patron-only events. Check them out!
Tuesday, June 23rd (Tomorrow!): I will be on Crowdcast giving one of my famed Powerpoint presentations on the inspiration behind the Harlow Pajamas and the Loretta Shorts. Join me at 5:00 pm eastern at the l...
2020-06-22 19:37:34 +0000 UTC View Post
A few of you have reported having some trouble sewing the Loretta pockets, so I've taken some photos of the process for you here! In return, you have to promise to go back and watch the video again as well! Pay particular attention to 02:25 to 05:12, where I explain what the patter...
2020-06-20 21:57:06 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi all! I wanted to make sure the Lamour expansions included with the Loretta Shorts got their chance to shine. As already mentioned, Loretta is officially part of the L Series, which is a group of Charm Patterns that were drafted to be perfectly interchangeable with each other. So the Loretta Shorts are the perfect addition to make rompers and playsuits! But we also added a cute neckline band which can be used with the Lamour bodice. This little “collar” look was so popular in the ‘50s...
2020-06-03 19:30:47 +0000 UTC View Post
Are you ready for summer? Even if you're not leaving your own backyard, this pattern will get you through the sultriest of days. The Loretta shorts feature fabulous pockets and an iconic (and comfortable!) ‘50s silhouette. This standalone pattern looks perfect with all your vintage-inspired tops (Hepburn anyone?).
But wait! This is also an expansion pattern. These shorts are part of the Charm Patterns ...
2020-06-01 13:40:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Perfect for the boardwalk or your own backyard paradise, the Loretta shorts feature fabulous pockets and an iconic (and comfortable!) ‘50s silhouette. This standalone pattern looks perfect with all your vintage-inspired tops (Hepburn anyone?).
But wait! This is also an expansion pattern. These shorts are part of the Charm Patterns “L Series,” which means they mix and match with the 2020-06-01 13:40:19 +0000 UTC View Post
Well, I couldn't give you a sneak peek this month without giving too much away. So here's a snippet of a photo that only tells you how fabulous and summer-ready this new project is. (Am I even wearing anything at all?! I'll never tell!)
Watch your inboxes tomorrow for a brand new project that is 1) both a standalone pattern AND an expansion, 2) named after a country music singer, and 3) ready to make your backyard fashion shoot fantasies a reality.
Stay tuned! 2020-05-31 16:03:53 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! It's time for another live event! Join me this Wednesday for a Crowdcast webinar on the Rose Dressing Gown. Get ready for snazzy Power Point presentations and lots of lively discussion!
I will go live at this link on Wednesday, May 20th at 2020-05-18 15:05:14 +0000 UTC View Post
Jody Nelson! Congrats to Jody, who won 7.25 yards of luxurious brocade from B&J Fabrics. This is the very same fabric used to make Rose's dressing gown on the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel!
Definitely revisit the comments on the original post if you need some good binge watching suggestions. Jody says she is watching Disney+ and m...
2020-05-12 18:30:04 +0000 UTC View Post
I am so excited to announce a very special giveaway! As you all know, the Rose Dressing Gown was inspired by the show the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. But did you also know that the costumers for the show do their fabric sourcing at B&J Fabrics, the same store where I buy most of mine? Rose’s dressing gown was made from a buttery pale yellow floral brocade and B&J has provided 7.25 yards of it just for you! (Omg!) The “wron...
2020-05-02 19:29:09 +0000 UTC View Post
Our latest pattern expansion is here to help you isolate in style! Live the quarantine chic life in this loungewear expansion of the Charm Patterns Princess Coat. Learn how to make a glamorous dressing gown or brunch coat in this video. Don't forget to check out the separate post with the pattern and instruction downloads ($7 tier and up).
Post your finished project with the hashtag #ro...
2020-05-01 14:03:12 +0000 UTC View Post
Shelter in place, but make it fabulous! Live the quarantine chic life in this loungewear expansion of the Charm Patterns Princess Coat. Make it a long, decadent dressing gown or a short brunch coat! This project was inspired by the character of Rose on the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. I haven't been able to stop thinking about her brocade dressing gown so I knew I would have to make one!
2020-05-01 14:02:36 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! Just a reminder about today's live stream at this link on Wednesday, April 29th at 3:00 pm Eastern time (New York). See my previous post for details. 2020-04-29 15:55:27 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! Hope you are enjoying last week's embellished skirt projects. Thank you so much for your patience with me while I've navigated a new world of zooming and streaming this month! My original hope was to have a guest for this month's Q&A live stream, but given the uncertainty of internet connections, I think it best to stick to one person per stream for the moment.
So I hope you'll be satisfied with just having little old me for our Q&A livestream this month! I've...
2020-04-27 16:38:31 +0000 UTC View Post