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Today’s Live Steam!

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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 ...

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More Live Events This Month!

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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. View Post

This Month's Crowdcast! A Conversation with Renae Brock

Big 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 @...

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VIDEO: Sew the Hostess Lounge Set

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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...

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PATTERN AND INSTRUCTIONS: The Hostess Lounge Set

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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 n...

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Tomorrow is September 1st!

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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!

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This Month's Live Events!

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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 2020-08-18 18:20:39 +0000 UTC View Post

Video: Sew the Picnic Top

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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 yo...

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PATTERN AND INSTRUCTIONS: The Picnic Top

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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 ch...

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Today's Zoom Sewing Circle at 5:00 pm!

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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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Skill-Building Tutorial: Shirring with Elastic Thread

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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 Ja...

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Skill-Building Tutorial: Make a Decorative Frog!

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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 garme...

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Inspiration Board, July 2020

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Hi everyone! We've been super busy behind the scenes preparing new content for you. Here's what you can look forward to:

  • This month! Two new skill-based video tutorials. One is an embellisment technique inspired by a garment Dita Von Teese wore, and the other is a highly-requested skill that you c...

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Today's Zoom Sewing Circle Starts at Noon EST!

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)
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Two Zoom Sewing Circles Coming Up!

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:

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PATTERN AND INSTRUCTIONS: Harlow Sleeve Expansion

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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.)

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VIDEO: The Harlow Sleeve Expansion!

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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 ...

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Two Live Events This Week! Join Me on Crowdcast and Zoom

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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...

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Sewing the Loretta Shorts Pocket

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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 watch2020-06-20 21:57:06 +0000 UTC View Post

Loretta Plus Lamour (Plus Piping Techniques!)

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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 ...

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PATTERN: The Loretta Shorts

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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 (2020-06-01 13:40:26 +0000 UTC View Post

VIDEO: Sew the Loretta Shorts

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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?...

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Tomorrow's the Day!

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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 standalo...

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May Q&A Live Stream this Wednesday!

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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 t...

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And the Winner Is . . .

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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 2020-05-12 18:30:04 +0000 UTC View Post

Giveaway! Rose’s Brocade Fabric

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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 wher...

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VIDEO: Sew the Rose Dressing Gown (and Brunch Coat!)

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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 2020-05-01 14:03:12 +0000 UTC View Post

PATTERN: The Rose Dressing Gown (and Brunch Coat!)

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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 a...

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Reminder! Crowdcast Live Q&A at 3:00 pm Eastern TODAY!

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Hi everyone! Just a reminder about today's live stream at  this link on Wednesday, April 29th at 3:00 pm Easter...

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Q&A Live Stream on Crowdcast Wednesday 4/29 at 3 pm EDT!

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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 b...

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