It's time for our last live event of the year! Join me tonight at 6 pm EDT for A NYE Zoom Party. Wear your festive best and let's celebrate the New Year together:
Gertie is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: NYE Zoom!
Time: Dec 30, 2022 2022-12-30 15:07:11 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello beautiful patrons! Don't forget that tonight is our Crowdcast, where I'll be talking about tier changes for next year on Patreon. Please check out this post first to get acquainted with our planned changes. I will be giving you some more information and context for the transition, as well as answering your questions! As always, the Crowdcast will be recorded and available to watch at any time....
2022-12-22 15:20:57 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello lovely patrons! I hope you're having a wonderful December and enjoying this month's pattern, the Peggy Bodice. (Did you see the one we made in red lace? Here's a blog post with lace sewing tips and tricks.)
I'm looking forward to connecting with you all in the coming weeks! Here's what's on the schedule:
Thursday, December 22st at 6:00 pm: Patreon Update Crowdc...
2022-12-17 16:29:12 +0000 UTC View PostHello, lovelies!
It’s that time of the year! We’re a few weeks away from announcing our 2023 Patreon theme - and that means some fun changes are coming for you!
Every year, we do something a little bit differently with our Patreon membership. The first year was Celebrating Charm, then we had Camp Gertie, this year is the Charm Artist Collective, and next year’s theme will be…
2022-12-15 20:50:21 +0000 UTC
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Hello, lovely! I'm so very excited to share with you the final installment in our Fit Clinic series, all about fitting pants! (It's not that scary - I promise!)
In this episode, we cover common pants fitting problems and show you how to correct them on your patterns. Pants can be intimidating, but once you understand the basics and how a pattern block needs to be altered for YOUR body, you'll be sewing and wearing perfectly-fitting pants in no time!
I know this can be a bit intimi...
2022-12-15 16:17:31 +0000 UTC View Post
Exciting news, princesses! The 2022 annual Princess gift is here, and I think you’re going to LOVE it! It’s a gorgeous calendar for 2023 designed by one of our favorite Charm illustrators, Gemini.H.
The calendar features our favorite patterns and pattern mashups, with all of the Charm pets making an appearance, of course. It includes some of my favorite fashion quotes, important Charm dates, and every...
2022-12-09 15:42:00 +0000 UTC View Post
The results of our annual Charm Survey are in, and they surprised us!
Click here for the public blog post that shares the basics, including info about who our audience is, what they love to sew, and what Charm will be focusing on in 2023 as a result of the survey.
But...the most important data is located here, just for our patrons. I wanted to share this with you since you...
2022-12-06 15:37:54 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, lovely! Let's sew together with a video tutorial on the Peggy Bodice! You'll learn how to sew the bodice from start to finish, and how to attach it to your favorite Lamour-series bottom.
Skills you'll practice this month include:
Hope you love this video & find it helpful! Don't forget to download this pattern and instructions in 2022-12-01 14:59:49 +0000 UTC View Post
Can you believe it's time to release the final pattern for the Charm Artist Collective?
You're going to love the Peggy Bodice! It is such a classic addition to your mix-and-match wardrobe, and extends the Lamour-series into warm winter wear. You've been requesting this one!
This chic bodice with a high jewel neckline is designed to be paired with any of the Lamour-series bottoms to create an elegant dress or jumpsuit. The cut-on sleeves are a true vintage look, and the ...
2022-12-01 14:59:38 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, lovely! Can you believe it's time to release the last Charm Artist Collective pattern? This year has absolutely flown by!
This month I was drawn to "classic Charm" by revisiting some of my favorite vintage sewing skills and silhouettes. What could our last release be? Put those guesses in the comments!
xoxo,
Gertie
PS: Do you have any guesses about our new Patreon theme for 2023? Whatever could it be???
2022-11-30 16:32:12 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi patrons! Time to get out the hot cocoa and join me for a live stream celebrating all things HOLIDAY! I love this time of year, so I thought the eve of December 1st would be the perfect time to celebrate holiday sewing, Christmas movies, festive fashion, and talk styling tips. I'm so excited to get into the holiday spirit with you all!
Time: Tonight at 6:00 pm EST 2022-11-30 16:02:39 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey artists! I can't wait to see you tonight for our monthly Crowdcast. I'll be talking about the inspiration and development process for this month's pattern, the Wanda Pencil Skirt.
Info:
Please join me tonight: Friday, November 18th at 6:00 pm EDT!
Link to the event:2022-11-18 14:37:13 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi patrons! As always, I am so excited to connect with you in some live events. Here's what I have planned for you:
Friday, November 18th at 6:00 pm EST: Join me for a live Crowdcast webinar! I will be presenting my inspiration and the development process for this month's project, the Wanda Pencil Skirt. There will be time for a Q&A at the en...
2022-11-17 15:31:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Our last guest artist of the year, Amanda from Modern June Cleaver, has created a charming and versatile holiday skirt for you! Using vintage embellishment methods, you can create your own Christmas tree skirt (like Amanda) or wearable circle skirt (like me). I know you’ll love learning about these felt applique techniques!
In this post, you'll find the instructions and the pattern templates (both PDF and SVG files) so you can start embellishing your holiday skirt.
Amanda ...
2022-11-15 18:24:56 +0000 UTC View Post
We are so excited to introduce you to our latest Charm Pattern...the Lana Dress! (So very excited! This dress was over two years in the making!)
This design was inspired by a '50s design and named after the glamorous Lana Turner. With a petal bust design (also called a wing bust), you can create dramatic allure with contrasting fabrics and colors.&nbs...
Hi princesses!
BIG NEWS. We have a new Charm Pattern releasing very soon, and I think you're going to love it. As princesses, you get sneak peeks here on Patreon, so this photo should give you a little bit of a clue. I can tell you that this pattern is classic Charm, and it's been several years in the making! It's a beautiful ode to one of my favorite vintage garments. If you love patterns like Lamour and Liz, this one is for you!
The pattern will be for sale on the Charm si...
2022-11-10 18:19:57 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello again, lovely! Come join me for a video tutorial on the Wanda Pencil Skirt! You'll learn how to sew the skirt from start to finish, with special focus on the back vent with a full lining. You'll up your skills, too! You'll learn how to:
Hope you love the video! Don't forget to download the pattern and instructions in 2022-11-01 14:27:12 +0000 UTC View Post
How is it that we haven't designed a classic pencil skirt for Patreon yet???
I'm so excited to share with you the Wanda Pencil Skirt! It is the perfect separate destined to become a tailored staple in your wardrobe, and it mixes with our Lamour-series, too!
Inspired by Wanda Woodward from the movie Cry-Baby, the skirt is destined to bring out your inner bad girl with its thigh slit up to there (with or without invisible zipper for adjusting from day to night). ...
2022-11-01 14:26:58 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, lovely! It's almost time for November's Patreon pattern, and what could it be?
You'll absolutely love this one! It goes from simple elegance to bold bad girl with a wink and smile. What could it be?
Put those guesses in the comments!
xoxo,
Gertie
2022-10-31 15:27:57 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey witches, it's finally here! Charm's favorite holiday and the day of our Zoom Halloween party. Costumes encouraged!
Here's the info:
Topic: Gertie's Halloween Sewing Circle!
Time: Oct 31, 2022 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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Hey princesses! It's that time again. Check your Patreon messages for a voucher code to use on the Charm Patterns site!
This coupon doesn't expire until October 26, 2023, so you have a full year to decide what to buy. Also! We have two new Charm patterns coming out in the next several months, so you can always hang on to your coupon and use it for those.
Please please PLEASE do not share this code with anyone. It's just for you! If you have trouble using your code...
2022-10-25 18:18:23 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey artists! I can't wait to see you tonight for our monthly Crowdcast. I'll be talking about the inspiration and development process for this month's pattern, the Frenchy Peignoir Set.
Info:
Please join me tonight: Tuesday, October 25th, at 6:00 pm EDT!
***IMPORTANT! We're now password-protecting these live streams s...
2022-10-25 13:40:49 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, Charm Cats! I'm so excited to catch up with you this month. As always, I have some super fun stuff planned:
Tuesday, October 25th at 6:00 pm EST: Join me for a live Crowdcast webinar! I will be presenting my inspiration and the development process for this month's project, the Frenchy Peignoir Set. There will be time for a Q&A at the e...
2022-10-19 15:16:21 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! I’m so excited to bring you the next installment in our Fit Clinic Series!
In Episode Four, we cover the most requested topic - bust adjustments!
In this episode, we cover common bust fitting problems and show you how to make Small Bust Adjustments and Full Bust Adjustments in multiple garments, including ones with darts, gathers, and princess seams.
I know this is a lot of info to take in, so check out the attached PDF handout that you ...
2022-10-15 13:48:25 +0000 UTC View Post
I’m excited to expand last month’s guest artist design, the Dandy Waistcoat, into our regular and curvy Charm size ranges to create the Lady Dandy! Working with Dandy has been a dream, and I know you’re going to love this striking vintage-inspired waistcoat. Sew up this fitted vest in our regular Charm size range (2-20 and 18-34 with bust cups A-H) for yourself, and then create a matching set using the unisex companion waistcoat (in sizes XS-5XL) for your nearest and dearest!
(Bel...
2022-10-06 13:21:27 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Artists! Come join me for a video tutorial on the Frenchy Peignoir Set! You'll learn how to sew this lovely little robe and nightie from start to finish, including many key skills:
Check out the video description on Youtube, and use the handy dandy time stamps to click directly on the exact part ...
2022-10-01 21:04:30 +0000 UTC View Post
Meet the Frenchy Peignoir Set! This month’s pattern was so much fun to design—and it’s even more fun to wear! The Frenchy Peignoir Set is a flared trapeze-style nightie and matching robe, with multiple options for length, decoration, and details. Depending on your fabric and lining choice, the peignoir set can be demure, luxurious, or risqué, and the robe brings all the drama with those big bubble sleeves!
We sewed our nighties and robes from sheer nylon tricot chiffon (whic...
2022-10-01 21:04:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! October is nearly here - and we're leading up to one of my favorite holidays: Halloween. This month's pattern is a fun two-piece set that you can wear in your everyday life or adapt it for your annual costume party. What is it?
Put those guesses in the comments!
xoxo,
Gertie
P.S. If you haven't heard the news yet, we're bringing back the Charm Halloween Extravaganza this year - with a full month of tricks and treats! 2022-09-30 16:05:01 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! I can't wait to see you tonight for a casual, chatty catch-up session. We'll talk about makeup and other fun topics.
Info:
Please join me tonight: Thursday September 29th at 5:00 pm EST!
IMPORTANT! We're now password protecting these live streams since they're exclusive events just for you. The...
2022-09-29 14:08:48 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi, lovely patrons! As promised, here is a little welt pocket video tutorial to help you sew the Dandy Waistcoat, this month's guest artist design. We've drafted the welt and pocket pattern pieces to make this simple to sew (no guesswork!) and I'm sure this video will help you along. Welt pockets are relatively easy to sew, but hard to explain--the visuals are everything!
As I mentioned in the...
2022-09-27 14:26:48 +0000 UTC View Post