Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I sew up the amazing Starlet Gown. You'll learn:
Hope you love this video & find it helpful! Don't forget to download this pattern and instructions in the separate Starlet Gown post.
xoxo,
Gertie
P.S. Use t...
2023-12-01 16:07:25 +0000 UTC View Post
The final pattern for the secret and glamorous Society of Charm is here! We’re delighted to wrap up this year with a companion gown for our popular Society Dress.
The Starlet Gown is a 1930s-inspired fitted knit dress in two lengths. It features an elegant cowl neckline and deep-V open back (with optional modesty panel), and it is fully interchangeable with the Society Dress—so you can mix-and-match the bodice, skirts, and sleeves between the two dresses to create your own perfect s...
2023-12-01 16:06:45 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello lovelies! It's that time again, and our last release of the year. We have something super special coming your way tomorrow to begin to bid a very fond farewell to the Society of Charm (it will live forever in our hearts!).
Tomorrow's pattern is the perfect bookend to the first release of the year, and it oozes Hollywood glamour.
Whatever could it be? Tell me your guesses below, Nancy Drews!
xoxo,
Gertie
2023-11-30 15:17:41 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello lovelies! I'm excited to see you tonight for the Francie Crowdcast.
Please join me today (Wednesday, November 29th) at 6:00 pm EST. (Click the hyperlink for a world time converter!)
The password is mod (all lowercase).
The Crowdcast will be recorded; you can watch the replay anytime after the event!
Join by clicking the photo above or at this direct link:
Hello Lovelies!
It's almost time for a cozy Crowdcast where I will share my inspiration and design process for this month's pattern, our fab mod Francie Top.
Please join me next week on Wednesday, November 29 at 6:00 pm ET.
(Click here for a world time converter!)
As always, the Crowdcast will be recorded, and you can watch the replay anytime after the event 😘
We'll post the link cl...
2023-11-22 18:59:12 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, lovely!
It's that time of year! Time for hot cocoa, obsessing over your annual survey responses, and sharing our annual Black Friday sale!
This year, we're starting the sale little bit early...so come join the fun and get 20% off print & PDF patterns in the Charm Shop!
Use the coupon code SEWCOZY (one word) for 20% off all print & PDF patterns. But hurry! Suppli...
It’s that time of year again!
We’re planning next year’s Patreon theme, and we need your help!
Patron surveys have gone out to each tier level individually via direct message on Patreon. If you didn’t receive an email with your tier’s link, please log on to Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/messages and check your messages.
If you’re subscribed to the Charm email newsletter, you might see a...
2023-11-17 17:58:29 +0000 UTC View Post
You loved this month's cozy-comfy Francie Top, and here's a companion skirt! The Francie Skirt expands every top in our Barbie series and gives you so many options to create the perfect knit dress!
With two different lengths, you can create a short skater skirt dress with the Skipper bodice, then make a matching longer A-line dress with the Barbie turtleneck. And, of course, the Francie Skirt is the perfect companion to the Francie Top, too. There’s just so many options to choose from...
2023-11-15 19:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi lovelies! I hope to see you for a Zoom Sewing Circle tomorrow, November 4th, at 1:00 pm EDT. (Click the hyperlinks for a direct link to Zoom and for a world time converter.)
Here is the invite:
Topic: Gertie's Zoom Sewing Circle
Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I sew up the comfy and stylish Francie Top. You'll learn:
Hope you love this video & find it helpful! Don't forget to download this pattern and instructions in the separate Francie Top post.
xoxo,
Gerti...
Could anything be cozier? This gorgeous (and ultra comfortable) batwing knit top has a rolled funnel neck and two sleeve lengths to keep you warm all season long.
Named after Barbie’s mod cousin from the UK, the Francie Top is fully interchangeable with any of our Barbie-series bottoms, which means you can use the Skipper Skirt to make the perfect winter-weather dress as well!
Who knows? There might even be more mix-and-matchable options coming soon. (Wink-wink!)
...
2023-11-01 15:58:13 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, lovely,
We have been so Barbie-inspired around here that I just had to design another pattern inspired by one of the dream gal's crew! Tomorrow's release is named after Barbie's mod cousin from England, and is the perfect mix-and-matchable garment for all sorts of hijinks!
Whatever could it be?
Put your guesses in the comments below!
xoxo,
Gertie
Hello Society members! There's been so much great stuff going on at Charm HQ: The Maria dress is finally available to all you lovelies, I threw a gorgeously spooky tea party for the third issue of our digital magazine, the Halloween Extravaganza is going strong on the Charm blog, and we're currently planning for next year's Patreon theme and patterns. I'm sneaking in a little break to spend Saturday with you!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 4th because I've got live events fo...
2023-10-31 14:31:42 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello lovelies! I'm excited to see you tonight for the Rizzo Crowdcast.
Please join me today (Wednesday, October 25th) at 6:00 pm EST. (Click the hyperlink for a world time converter!)
The password is pinkladies (all lowercase).
The Crowdcast will be recorded; you can watch the replay anytime after the event!
Join by clicking the photo above or at this direct link: 2023-10-25 14:39:34 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello to all my Charm Ladies!
Ready to rule the school? Join me for this month's Crowdcast where I'm excited to share my inspiration and design process for October's pattern, the Rizzo Jacket.
The fun starts tomorrow, Wednesday, October 25th at 6:00 pm EST. (Click the hyperlink for a world time converter!)
The Crowdcast will be recorded, and you can watch the replay anytime after the event!
... 2023-10-24 14:04:35 +0000 UTC View Post
Trick or treat! It's day 3 of this year's Halloween Extravaganza, and you'll need some place to put all your candy and treats this year, right? That means pockets! Who doesn’t need more pockets?
I love adding pockets to everything, but it can be difficult to add pockets to a fitted garment like a pencil skirt without adding bulk. But these pockets are the exception! They are perfect for holdi...
2023-10-21 13:00:05 +0000 UTC View Post
Happy Halloween Extravaganza!
For day two of our 13 days of Halloween celebrations this year, I’m excited to share the Katrina Sleeve and Katrina Waspie Belt patterns with you, as seen in the Fall 2023 issue of Vintage by Gertie magazine.
This dress was inspired by one of the outfits worn by Christina Ricci as Katrina Crane (in Tim Burton's Sleepy Hollow). I started with the Carousel Dress, did some pattern hacking, added a sleeve, created the bustle, a...
2023-10-20 16:49:35 +0000 UTC View Post
Isn’t she elegant? The Maria Pencil Skirt is an alternative skirt for the Maria Dress, giving you another silhouette for this classic Charm dress.
With or without the substantial patch pockets, this flat-front pencil skirt with a back slit is an easy make that’s perfect for sewists of all levels.
Add a waistband instead of the dress bodice, and you have a simple pencil skirt separate, too!
I love giving you all of these wardrobe options, and I can’t wait to see what yo...
2023-10-15 17:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I sew up the cozy-warm Rizzo Jacket. You'll learn:
Hope you love this video & find it helpful! Don't forget to download this pattern and instructions in the separate Rizzo Jacket post.
xoxo,
Gertie
P.S. Use the handy ...
2023-10-01 15:59:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Whether you’re a Rizzo, Marty, Frenchie, Jan, or Sandy, I hope you’ll roll up your sleeves and join the Charm Ladies gang!
This Eisenhower-style workwear jacket throws out the traditional menswear style lines to create a shape that highlights all of your curves. With a secret interior welt pocket (perfect for a phone, snacks, or other clandestine treats) and a full lining, it’s guaranteed to be a go-to staple for the cooler months!
Make one in cotton twill with a satin linin...
2023-10-01 15:58:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, lovely,
This one is so hard to share without giving it all away! It is a cozy-weather favorite inspired by one of my favorite bad girls of the screen. Whatever could it be?
xoxo,
Gertie
Hello lovelies! I'm excited to see you tonight for the Grace Dress Crowdcast.
***IMPORTANT! Crowdcast has now updated to a new version. As you may remember, I tested this in beta a few months ago and it was a little glitchy. I don't anticipate any issues, but it may be a good idea to login in early and make sure everything is working for you! Please let us know if you're having any problems. (Comment here or email amy@charmpatterns.com)
Please join me today (Wedne...
2023-09-20 14:06:58 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello Lovelies! Let's gather together for a Crowdcast where I will share my inspiration and design process for this month's pattern, the Grace Bodice.
Please join me on Wednesday, September 20th at 6:00 pm EST. (Click the hyperlink for a world time converter!)
The Crowdcast will be recorded, and you can watch the replay anytime after the event!
Please look out for the link closer to the live str...
2023-09-15 17:56:13 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, lovelies!
It's one of my favorite times of the year and the third issue of Vintage by Gertie magazine is all about our favorite sewing, lifestyle, and fashion for the spooky season. The magazine is exclusive to our Glamour, Princess, and Inner Circle members - and is now available in print!
To view the magazine, please use this link and the password SPOOKY (all caps):
Hello, lovelies!
There appears to be a widespread Patreon billing issue this month, affecting all creators and many patrons (especially patrons outside of the US).
I’m in contact with Patreon to have this sorted out ASAP and to get our affected patrons back to their original tier pricing. We will not be releasing any important patterns or goodies until this is resolved.
If you believe you have been affected, please send an email to 2023-09-02 12:07:21 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I sew up the classic and elegant Grace Bodice. You'll learn:
Hope you love this video & find it helpful! Don't forget to download this pattern and instructions in the separate Grace Bodice post.
xoxo,
Gertie
P.S....
2023-09-01 14:24:53 +0000 UTC View Post
UPDATE 9/20/2023: The Bodice Front B/C Cup pattern piece on the size 2-20 file has been corrected, and new files uploaded. No other pattern pieces were affected.
Inspired by the classic elegance of Grace Kelly, the Grace Bodice is a stunning addition to the Lamour pattern series.
Feel like a princess with the capelet-inspired yoke, fully functional button placket and collar, and three different sleeve options. Try the sleeveless or short puff sleeve for a...
2023-09-01 14:24:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello lovely,
It's that time again! Tomorrow's release is one that I'm incredibly excited about; it's classic Charm. And, of course, I had to name it after a classic, charming lady!
I can tell you that tomorrow's pattern has gorgeous vintage details and will get you through every season of the year! Come back in the morning to see the big reveal. In the meantime, what are your guesses?
xoxo,
Gertie
P.S. Don't forget to join me for2023-08-31 13:56:55 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello lovelies! I'm excited to see you tonight for the Sophia Dress Crowdcast.
Please join me today (Thursday, August 31st) at 6:00 pm EST. (Click the hyperlink for a world time converter!)
The password is loren (all lowercase).
The Crowdcast will be recorded; you can watch the replay anytime after the event!
Join by clicking the photo above or at this direct link: 2023-08-31 13:38:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, my bosom buddies! As the month draws to a close, let's gather together for a Crowdcast where I will share my inspiration and design process for this month's pattern, the Sophia Dress.
Please join me on Thursday, August 31st at 6:00 pm EST. (Click the hyperlink for a world time converter!)
The Crowdcast will be recorded and you can watch the replay anytime after the event!
Please loo...
2023-08-29 13:02:57 +0000 UTC View Post