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Tonight: Charm's Lucy Hostess Gown Live Stream!
I hope you'll join me for our bonus Lucy Hostess Gown live stream tonight at 6 p.m. EST! This live event is open to the public! So even if you're not a patron, you'll be able to join us.Join by clicking the photo above or at this direct link: https://www.crowdcast.io/c/p5yku9ic2res(There...
Tonight: Get to Know the Study Hall Dress
So excited to see you all on tonight's live stream where I'll share all about the design inspiration for this month's pattern, the Study Hall Dress.The Crowdcast will be live tonight, WEDNESDAY, March 27, at 5pm ET. (Click the hyperlink for a world time converter!)The password is starpup...
Bonus Crowdcast: The Lucy Hostess Gown next Wednesday!
Hello lovelies!I'm so thrilled to release our Lucy Hostess Gown for your annual Charm Pattern gift, which Princess and Inner Circle members got a sneak peek of in December's Vintage by Gertie magazine.I've decided to do a bonus Crowdcast to talk about designing this stunning piece that l...
Study Hall Crowdcast on Wednesday!
Get your notebooks ready -- the Study Hall Dress Crowdcast is next WEDNESDAY, March 27th, at 5 p.m. EST! Did you make the short or shorter version? 😉I'll tell you about the inspiration for this shift dress and how the princess seams help create the perfect lines for full front pockets that ca...
Vintage by Gertie Magazine - Spring 2024
Hello, lovelies!In this issue, we explore multiple decades of vintage fashion, with some fabulous floral frocks for spring. I'm excited to share my new home sewing studio with you, and we've also included a new capsule wardrobe feature (which was heavily requested in Charm's annual surve...
Video: The Study Hall Dress
Come sew along with me as I sew up the the Study Hall Dress. You'll learn: How to create a clean finish neckline for a lapped zipper How to sew the perfect princess seam How to sew BIG pocketsHope you love this video & find it helpful! Don't forget to download this pattern and instructions i...
Pattern and Instructions: The Study Hall Dress
You’ll be a star pupil in this 1960s-inspired Study Hall Dress. With two dress lengths (including a very short mod skirt!), two sleeve lengths, and an optional collar, this will be the perfect dress to transition into warmer spring weather.The unique princess lines carry into the full front pocket...
Hint for Tomorrow's Release
Hello, lovely!We're so excited for springtime at the Charm studio, and this next pattern release is perfect for this time of year. Those who follow us on Instagram may have noticed a slight 60s vibe to this photoshoot, as we've been playing with fabrics and silhouettes for this classic look....
Tonight's Crowdcast!
I can't wait to see you all tonight! Join me on Crowdcast for a live stream all about the design inspiration for this month's pattern, the Extra Credit Wrap Top.The Crowdcast will be live tonight, WEDNESDAY, February 28th, at 6 p.m. EST . Click the hyperlink for a world time converter!)The p...
Extra Credit Wrap Top Crowdcast on Wednesday!
Be sure to join me WEDNESDAY, February 28th, at 6 p.m. EST for the Extra Credit Wrap Top Crowdcast! I'll tell you how Diane von Fürstenberg's classic wrap dress inspired me to update my Butterick 6285/Simplicity 9288 wrap top with a Charm spin. I'll be posting a direct link to the Crowd...
Pattern and Instructions: The Extra Credit Wrap Skirt expansion
A wrap top is lovely, but a wrap dress is even better!The Extra Credit Wrap Skirt is an extension pattern for the Extra Credit Wrap Top, which you can use to create a classic wrap knit dress.This pattern is designed to be paired with the Extra Credit Wrap Top; however, creative Charm School students...
Video: The Extra Credit Wrap Top
Come sew along with me as I sew up the the Extra Credit Top. You'll learn: How to create the perfect stitch for knit fabrics How to sew with ITY and other jerseys How to bag a lining (for no hand finishing!)Hope you love this video & find it helpful! Don't forget to download this pattern and...
Pattern and Instructions: The Extra Credit Wrap Top
The Extra Credit Wrap Top is a new take on a longtime Charm favorite, Butterick 6285/Simplicity 9288, now available in our updated size range and with A–H cup sizes.This V-neck wrap knit top has a unique wrap construction and is fully lined. Plus, it comes in two length options! The hip-length top...
Hint for Tomorrow's Release
Hello, lovely!Our next Charm School pattern release is reminiscent of an iconic silhouette and style, and it offers lots of opportunities for students to get some extra credit by adding their own twist to this classic design. This design is timeless, and spans many decades of fashion!Whatever could ...
Tomorrow's Crowdcast at 12:00 pm EST!
Our first Crowdcast of the year is tomorrow! Join me for a Saturday session of Charm School, where I will welcome you to our new theme on Patreon. We'll also learn all about the design inspiration for this month's pattern, the Charm School Uniform.The Crowdcast will be live tomorrow, SATURDA...
Charm School Uniform Crowdcast this Saturday!
We're just three weeks into Charm School and I'm thrilled that I can finally tell you about my inspiration and design process for our first pattern: the Charm School Uniform!Be sure to join me THIS SATURDAY, January 27th, at 12 p.m. EST for the Charm School Uniform Crowdcast! I'm going t...
Pattern and Instructions: The Patsy Mutton Sleeve and Charm School Necktie
What’s a school uniform without matching accessories?The Charm School Necktie adds the finishing touch to our 2024 sewing school uniform, and it’s a perfect menswear addition to your wardrobe in general.Paired together with this wonderfully dramatic mutton sleeve expansion for the Patsy Blouse, ...
Video: The Charm School Uniform
Hello, my lovely!Come sew along with me as I sew up the Charm School Uniform. You'll learn: How to clean finish a front opening How to add belt loops to a skirt How to fully line a bodice and waistbandHope you love this video & find it helpful! Don't forget to download this pattern and instr...
Pattern & Instructions: The Charm School Uniform
School is in session! I’m so excited to bring you the Charm School Uniform, the first pattern in our new 2024 Patreon theme.This versatile pattern can be made as a jumper dress to be layered over a blouse, a separate skirt, or even a cocktail dress, depending on your fabric and fit choices.With a ...
Welcome to Charm School!
Charm School is a private and exclusive dressmaking academy where your fantasies are stitched into reality. Class is in session!As the headmistress of Charm School, I am delighted to invite you to enroll as a member of our Class of 2024. I was inspired by an elevated academia aesthetic and collegiat...
Hint for Tomorrow's Release!
Hello lovelies!January 1st is almost here and I'm super excited to tease you with a bit of next year's Patreon theme and our first pattern of the year. This Anne Fogarty look from the '50s is one that's been on my mood board!The pattern is a classic representation of our new theme, a...
Results of the 2023 Charm Survey
The results of our annual Charm Survey are in, and they surprised us!Over 2,000 patrons and email subscribers responded to the survey, and we learned so much from your answers.Click here for the public blog post that shares the basics, including info about who our audience is and what Charm will be ...
Pattern Hack: Princess Seam Ruching
Hello, lovelies!I'm excited to share the final pattern hack of the year for you! This tutorial will show you how to add ruching to any princess seamed bodice, using the Maria Dress as an example.The Maria Dress is the perfect starting place for this pattern hack, but this technique will also wor...
Pattern Hack: The Sweetheart Neckline
Hello, lovelies!I have the first of our two final pattern hacks of the year for you! Today, I'm sharing how to hack the Maria Dress to change the neckline into a beautiful sweetheart point.The Maria Dress is the perfect starting place for this pattern hack, but this technique will also work for ...
Tomorrow's Zoom Sewing Circle!
Hi lovelies! I hope to see you for a Zoom Sewing Circle tomorrow, December 16th, at 1:00 pm EDT. (Click the hyperlinks for a direct link to Zoom and for a world time converter.) Wear something festive and join me in saying a fond farewell to the Society of Charm!Here is the invite:Topic: Gertie'...
Vintage by Gertie Magazine - Winter 2023
Hello, lovelies!It's time for the fourth (but certainly not final!) issue of Vintage by Gertie magazine! This one is all about our favorite sewing, lifestyle, and fashion ideas for the cozy winter season. The magazine is exclusive to our Glamour, Princess, and Inner Circle members - and is now a...
Happy holidays! Here's a (pattern hack) gift for you...
This dress has been on Team Charm’s pattern hack wishlist for years! Worn by Rosemary Clooney in my favorite holiday movie, White Christmas, the inspiration dress is a green velvet wonder with a full overskirt belted over a slim pencil skirt.My version calls for a full circle skirt and modified sw...
Tonight's Crowdcast! Join Me at 6:00 pm EST
Hello lovelies! Please join me today (Wednesday, December 13th) at 6:00 pm EST. (Click the hyperlink for a world time converter!). We will be celebrating the Starlet Gown, this month's pattern! There will be a powerpoint presentation detailing some of the behind-the-scenes development and fashio...
December Live Events!
Hello my lovelies! I can't believe that the year is almost over! We've been so busy here working on the Starlet Dress, the fourth issue of Vintage Magazine, some surprise holiday content, and next year's Patreon theme! I'm excited to spend some time with you all before the holiday fe...
‘Tis the season to update your mailing address!
Exciting news, princesses! The 2023 annual gift is here, and I think you’re going to LOVE it! It’s a stunning gold and pink keychain exclusively for our Princess & Inner Circle members.IMPORTANT!!! We will begin shipping out these lovelies ON MONDAY, so please make sure your mailing address is u...
