You can still fill out the form to be added to the wait list for any of the retreats. The followup to the popular gerties new book for better sewing and gertie sews vintage casual, gerties ultimate dress book is packed with all the information and patterns you could ever need to create a wardrobe filled with stunning vintage frocks. I chose the portrait blouse because its a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut. We chose this pattern from her book gerties new book for better sewing, i think a shirtdress is such a wardrobe staple and i really like effect the shirring on this one had. Gerties new book for better sewing is a fun new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author gretchen hirschs fresh take on vintage style. The followup to the popular gerties new book for better sewing and gertie. It is a sewing book for those interested in sewing vintage, heavily inspired by the book that started out gerties blog, once upon a time, vogues new book for better sewing from 1952. Each etsy seller helps contribute to a global marketplace of creative goods. I found these sections to be nicely laid out and reasonably informative.
Its hard to believe that its been a decade since i started gerties new blog for better sewing. Gretchen girtie hirsch is the author of gerties new book for better sewing stc craft, autumn 2012, a passionate seamstress, a soughtafter teacher and the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. My very own copy of gertie s new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. My very own copy of gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. Find various fabric styles, colors and materials fit for your clothing and. Its not the best way to modify the dress, post construction listen can you hear gertie screaming make a muslin first you silly woman yes yes gertie but i am a base jumper in the sewing world take a leap of faith and see what happens however you cant tell from the outside and i think it did less damage that a truckload of picking. But the mid20th century was also an amazing time for sportswear think wide. I was excited when she showed some of the clothes shed made from patterns in the book. Sep 01, 2012 an extension of the blog, gerties new book for better sewing is a hardworking reference title packed with lessons on couture techniques and customization, as well as an inimitable pattern collection featuring 25 wardrobe essentials and variations inspired by vintage fashion and gerties spirited, modern style. The coat dress, gerties new book for better sewing. Apr 25, 2016 the first half of gerties ultimate dress book is composed of what gertie calls skills and is broken down into 6 sections. With all the new mixandmatch design options, this dress is equally at home at a casual country picnic or a sultry tiki affair. It s hard to believe that it s been a decade since i started gerties new blog for better sewing.
Gerties new book for better sewing redhandled scissors. An extension of the blog, gerties new book for better sewing is a hardworking reference title packed with lessons on couture techniques and customization, as well as an inimitable pattern collection featuring 25 wardrobe essentials and variations inspired by vintage fashion and gerties spirited, modern style. The first half of gerties ultimate dress book is composed of what gertie calls skills and is broken down into 6 sections. Gretchen hirsch is the author of gerties new book for better sewing and creator of gerties new blog for better sewing. In the first book, hirsch focused on dresses, skirts and evening wear. I really appreciate that each of gerties books contains new information she doesnt just recycle the same text with new patterns and includes lots of tricks and tips on how to get the most out of your sewing practice.
A modern guide to couture style sewing using basic vintage techniques is a hardworking reference book, packed with techniques our greatgrandmothers could have done in their sleep but have been forgotten over the decades, all shown in step by step photographed and illustrated tutorials. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques, by gretchen hirsch aka gertie look what arrived in the mail yesterday. Casual gertie sews vintage casual melanie falick books dressmaking, arts. I havent uttered a peep about this, and it s been quite difficult.
I particularly love these illustrations, done by sun young park. I preordered it and got my copy a couple of weeks ago. A long weekend friday through sunday, 9 am to 5 pm each day devoted to dressmaking techniques in new yorks beautiful hudson. Sep 16, 2014 gretchen girtie hirsch is the author of gertie s new book for better sewing stc craft, autumn 2012, a passionate seamstress, a soughtafter teacher and the creator of one of the web s most popular sewing blogs. Gerties ultimate dress book, a modern guide to sewing fabulous. Its difficult to get the colours in the stripes to look like they do irl and you cant tell theres a pale blue background at all. But this time around the appeal was mainly the simple ethos of the retro dress designs in the book. Plus, gerties books are just so darn pretty to look at. Mar 08, 2016 every vintageobsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses.
It s a double pattern preorder day at charm patterns. Plus, gertie s books are just so darn pretty to look at. If you like the style of the patterns and enjoy more involved sewing techniques, id totally recommend making the purchase. Not being too much of a pre 1960s vintage girl gertie was never one of my sewing blog crushes but i was making this with gabby who has all her books.
The book includes 10 printed patterns that allow you to make up to. At etsy, we pride ourselves on our global community of sellers. The coat dress, gertie s new book for better sewing. Gerties new book for better sewing from stc craft melanie falick books on vimeo. As i mentioned in my recent sewing plans post, one of my new patterns is butterick. Its a double pattern preorder day at charm patterns. In the end, the idea of a fresh start was really appealing.
I suppose i can tell you now that the pattern will be in my book. She has her own pattern line with butterick, and teaches fashion design and sewing around america. You never fail to amaze, your dress is simply stunning the colour is fabulous. Charm patterns is a new indie line from international sewing starlet gretchen gertie hirsch. So far i have made the wiggle skirt in pink wool from her first book and the modification of the pinup sweater and the 40s blouse from the new book. An extension of the blog, gertie s new book for better sewing. Gertie sews jiffy dresses by hirsch gretchen, 9781419732348, available at book. Gerties new book for better sewing coat dress, dresses, vintage. Gerties new book for better sewing hardcover abrams. Great to have as a reference book for things like bound button holes and. I love gerties new blog for better sewing and i was excited when she announced that she was writing a sewing book. This beautiful illustration of our new princess coat pattern was done by the fabulous. Charm patterns is a new indie line from international sewing starlet gretchen. Gertie sews vintage casual is gretchen hirschs followup to gerties new book for better sewing.
A blog for people who love sewing, retro fashion, cats, and feminism. Apr 10, 2015 i have her first book, gerties new book for better sewing and although ive only made one pattern from it, it is a great resource for information about fabric, fitting and how to alter patterns to make variations and lots of other things. Dec 19, 2012 it is a sewing book for those interested in sewing vintage, heavily inspired by the book that started out gerties blog, once upon a time, vogues new book for better sewing from 1952. Please note that this is a preorder shipping around the end of the month and that you can order either pdf or printed patterns on heavy paper. See more ideas about sewing, joann fabrics and fabric crafts. I havent uttered a peep about this, and its been quite difficult. This is the side pleated skirt from gerties ultimate dress book with a waistband added. Gretchen hirsch author of gerties new book for better sewing. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties sewing spi by hirsch, gretchen isbn. Getting ready to sew, basic dress construction, finishing details, giving the dress structure, techniques for special fabrics, and fitting. I love gertie hirsch and everything she does, so when she released a new book gertie sews jiffy dresses i had to have it. It is also a stylish, spirited pattern book featuring 14 customisable wardrobe. It is actually a really cute skirt, but it too has a issue. She has a pattern line with butterick and a fabric line with fabric traditions, and teaches sewing around the country and on pbss its sew easy, and.
Gertie s new book for better sewing from stc craft melanie falick books on vimeo. We have a free pattern from gerties ultimate dress book, plus a chance to win a copy of the book. I really wanted to make a skirt with the corduroy, but i had an odd amount. The only criticism i have is with the patterns on the sheets the colour used for the. Gretchen hirsch is the author of gerties new book for better sewing 4. Districtgorgeous fabricsperfect wardrobecoral colornews blogsewing. Shirtwaist dress, gertie new book for better sewing. I traced out the pencil skirt pattern last night with every intention of cutting the cheapish floral poplin id bought for a wearable muslin. An extension of the blog, gerties new book for better sewing.
Gretchen teaches sewing in new york city and around the country, is the creator of a new line of sewing patterns from butterick, and the author of gerties new book for better sewing stc craft, fall 2012 sewist writer blogger teacher patternmaker influencer. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Gretchen teaches sewing in new york city and around the country, is the creator of a new line of sewing patterns from butterick, and the author of gertie s new book for better sewing stc craft, fall 2012 sewist writer blogger teacher pattern maker influencer. Aug 25, 2012 in the meantime, i received the most wonderful shipment in the mail.
Gerties new fashion sketchbook by gretchen hirsch, 9781617691737. Gerties new book for better sewing is a fun, new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author gretchen hirschs fresh take on vintage style. If you read gerties new blog for better sewing, you already know that gretchen hirsch is all about teaching basic sewing skills that some of us guilty. May 30, 2014 as a little treat to myself, i bought gerties new book for better sewing, which has reams of glorious patterns plus plenty of room for alterations. This glamorous dress was named for dorothy lamour, who starred in many films with tropical flair. Discover the unique items that gertieinroses creates. I think perhaps one of the biggest misconceptions about vintage enthusiasts is that we wear all. She has her own pattern line with butterick and a fabric line with fabric traditions. Join our patreon for more episodes and exclusive pattern download. Aug 23, 2012 my book is making its way into your homes, and now another big arrival. Gerties new book for better sewing is a fun, new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author gretchen hirschs fresh take on. Gerties new fashion sketchbook gretchen hirsch bok. Instead of the unnaturally skinny, tall, and frequently offbalance croquis the fashion industry has been sketching on for decades, this gamechanging alternative.
I was lucky enough to be able to pick one out to share with you all. This video tutorial shows you how to sew the gertie keyhole blouse, from the new book for better sewing. Sep 05, 2017 gretchen gertie hirsch is raising funds for charm patterns by gertie on kickstarter. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Charm patterns vintage glamour for the modern sewist. My book is making its way into your homes, and now another big arrival. Gerties ultimate dress book is packed with all the information and patterns you. It is so well organized and the patterns are outstanding. Gretchen gertie hirsch is raising funds for charm patterns by gertie on kickstarter. Starting my independent pattern line charm patterns meant i needed a new online home, and i debated a lot about what to do with this blog.
Being able to sketch is an essential part of fashion design and sewing. I love gertie s new blog for better sewing and i was excited when she announced that she was writing a sewing book. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. As a little treat to myself, i bought gerties new book for better sewing, which has reams of glorious patterns plus plenty of room for alterations. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage. It s hard to believe that it s been a decade since i started gertie s new blog for better sewing. In the meantime, i received the most wonderful shipment in the mail. An extension of the blog, gerties new book for better sewing is a.
I adore the flattering, vintageispired patterns that gertie designed for the book. Gerties littlest wiggle butterick 5814 sew busy lizzy. Gretchen hirsch is the sewing mastermind behind gerties new blog for better. I became friends with the folks at butterickmccallsvogue earlier this year after they featured my blog in vogue patterns magazine. I tried to match the fabric colour as best as i could. Gretchen hirsch is back with her fantastic book full of gorgeous dresses. I love gerties new blog for better sewing and i was excited when she.
Gretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter. I chose the portrait blouse because it s a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut. This is a standard security test that we use to prevent spammers from sending automated requests. Plus size sewing with a quirky, pretty and cute twist. Ive made a few patterns so far, great fit and really fun designs. Butterick sewing pattern b6530 misses full slip and petticoat. The book includes the patterns so its a pretty good deal considering how.
She is the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing. But this time around the appeal was mainly the simple ethos of. I liked the first one and really like this new book from gertie. Oct 24, 2012 gertie s new book for better sewing is a fun new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author gretchen hirsch s fresh take on vintage style. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better. I have her first book, gerties new book for better sewing and although ive only made one pattern from it, it is a great resource for information about fabric, fitting and how to alter patterns to make variations and lots of other things.
Gretchen gertie hirsch is author of gerties new book for better sewing stc craft, autumn 2012, gertie sews vintage casual autumn 2014 and the upcoming gerties ultimate dress book autumn 2016. The book includes 10 printed patterns that allow you to make up to 25 different vintageinspired wardrobe essentials. Gertie sews jiffy dresses is gretchen hirschs modern reinvention of this. Ive found new book for better sewing to be a real pleasure to sew from. Meet the new lamour, with expanded sizing and double the design options. Every vintageobsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. An extension of the blog, gertie s new book for better sewing is a hardworking reference title packed with lessons on couture techniques and customization, as well as an inimitable pattern collection featuring 25 wardrobe essentials and variations inspired by vintage fashion and gertie s spirited, modern style. The followup to the popular gertie s new book for better sewing and gertie sews vintage casual, gertie s ultimate dress book is packed with all the information and patterns you could ever need to create a wardrobe filled with stunning vintage frocks.
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