{"product_id":"gerties-charmed-sewing-studio-pattern-making-and-couture-style-techniques-for-perfect-vintage-looks-hardcover","title":"Gertie's Charmed Sewing Studio: Pattern Making and Couture-Style Techniques for Perfect Vintage Looks - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eGretchen Hirsch\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBestselling sewing author Gretchen Hirsch returns to her roots with a fresh look at fashion classics--how they were made then, and how modern day sewists can re-create them now--in \u003ci\u003eGertie's Charmed Sewing Studio\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Gretchen Hirsch, aka \"Gertie,\" returns to her roots with a dive into beloved fashion classics, including the mermaid gown, the structured sheath (think Elizabeth Taylor), the Rose Marie Reid swimsuit, and more--plus a little fashion history, to inspire modern-day style mavens. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Sewists, thrift shoppers, and fashion collectors will love making the book's three downloadable patterns, and learning how to reproduce favorite vintage looks that fit modern figures. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e The first half of the book is a journey through pattern and couture sewing techniques and iconic designs. Gretchen combines a bounty of sketches, historic images, process photos, and clear instructions to create an irresistible sewing guide and lookbook for the vintage fashion enthusiast. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e In the second half, Gretchen deconstructs three intricate garments, the Madeleine dress, the Camille sheath, and the Lillian princess coat: Focusing on just three designs offers a sewing and design foundation in a full range of sizes--from 2-20 and 18 to 34, with separate A-H cup sizes. This wide range is not easy to find in other sewing books, and more important than ever for body inclusivity. Each garment (two dresses and a jacket) is shown with detailed instructions and links to download and print full-size patterns. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatured garments: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Structured Tropical Dress \u003cbr\u003e The Rita Blouse \u003cbr\u003e The Night and Day Dress \u003cbr\u003e The Lilli Ann-Style Princess Coat \u003cbr\u003e The Rose Dressing Gown \u003cbr\u003e The Tropical Mermaid Gown \u003cbr\u003e The Marilyn Jeans \u003cbr\u003e The Rose Marie Reid Swimsuit \u003cbr\u003e The Cummerbund Bubble Dress \u003cbr\u003e Plus full-size patterns (to download and print) for: \u003cbr\u003e The Madeleine Dress, the Camille Sheath Dress, and the Lillian Jacket \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFrom Gretchen Hirsch: \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eGertie's New Book for Better Sewing\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eGertie Sews Vintage Casual\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eGertie's New Fashion Sketchbook\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eGertie's Ultimate Dress Book\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eGertie's Charmed Sewing Studio\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGretchen Hirsch\u003c\/b\u003e is an author, pattern designer, and sewing expert. She has collaborated with Butterick, Joann Fabrics, Spotlight Stores, and Michael Miller. She is the founder of Charm Patterns, the Charm Patterns YouTube channel, and Charm Patterns subscription service. Her 100,000+ fans are sewing enthusiasts from around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 208\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.91 x 10.26 x 8.15 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 28, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42701551173728,"sku":"9781419769566","price":32.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/bijoucc.myshopify.com\/products\/gerties-charmed-sewing-studio-pattern-making-and-couture-style-techniques-for-perfect-vintage-looks-hardcover","provider":"CARIBBEAN CONNECT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}