Make a Vintage Inspired Circle Skirt! (with FREE pattern in sizes 2-34) Gertie 2021-10-02 | Circle skirts were staples of ‘50s fashion, and I just know you'll love this versatile and feminine piece. Get the free pattern in sizes 2-34 plus written instructions on our site: charmpatterns.com/shop/charm-circle-skirt/. The Charm Circle Skirt has the perfect vintage length, side seam pockets, a beautiful lapped zipper, and a waistband with hook-and-bar closure. Watch me make it from start to finish in this video! Click here for the supplies list and written instructions: www.charmpatterns.com/blogJoin our Patreon to get exclusive videos and patterns! www.patreon.com/gertiesworld
Sew the Charm Patterns Betty Dress Gertie 2023-03-24 | Sew the Betty Dress with me! This design, inspired by a true vintage dress worn by the character Betty Draper on Mad Men, is a charming classic. The beautifully sculpted bodice creates an hourglass illusion with the ruched cummerbund and has an optional back bow. I'll be sewing the sleeveless bubble skirt version on camera, but there are also options for a pencil skirt and a dramatic bishop sleeve option with a slit opening.This pattern is available in Charm sizes 2-20 and 18-34 (with bust A-H) and is available for purchase at the Charm website: charmpatterns.com/shop/betty-dressChapter timestamps:1:03 Pattern Pieces 5:18 Fabric and Supplies 8:47 Sewing the Bodice 12:18 Sewing the Yoke15:13 Sewing the Cummerbund26:12 Finishing the Neckline33:30 Finishing the Armholes40:19 Sewing the Bow45:04 Sewing the Bow Center and Knot51:30 Sewing the Bubble Skirt 55:16 Sewing the Pockets and Skirt Side Seams58:16 Sewing the Tulle and Skirt Lining 1:03:56 Sewing the Zipper 1:12:19 Finishing
Get Ready With Me! With Susie Dahl Gertie 2022-01-31 | Join me for another #GetReadyWithMe featuring the lovely and talented Susie Dahl (@brwnpaperdolli on IG)! www.patreon.com/gertiesworld
The Most Iconic Fashion Moments in Classic Christmas Films: Fashion History by Gertie Gertie 2021-12-23 | Join me for a tour of my favorite fashion moments in classic Christmas films! These are the films I turn to when I'm in need of holiday sewing inspiration. There are so many to choose from – did I leave one out from your list? I want to know your favorites–– let me know in the comments! xoxo, Gertiewww.patreon.com/gertiesworld
Get Ready With Me: Christmas Edition Gertie 2021-12-21 | Join Naty and I for a holiday Get Ready With Me! We talk holiday fashion, our sewing wish lists, and... goat Christmas music?
Charm Halloween Extravaganza Day 13: Spooky Sewing Tips Gertie 2021-10-13 | For the last day of our Halloween Extravaganza, I wanted to bring you something really fun! I’ve got Halloween fanatic Naty with me to talk through our favorite last minute Halloween sewing tips. Whether you’re going all out or putting together an easy last minute costume, I think you’ll find something useful in our roundup. We can’t wait to see what you come up with!Get the free Morticia Gown expansion here: charmpatterns.com/shop/morticia-gown-bryant-gown-expansion
Get Ready With Me: Halloween Edition Gertie 2021-10-12 | Join Naty and I for a ~*~spooky~*~ Get Ready With Me. We talk shoot inspiration, our favorite dark glamour icons, and....our gigantic crushes on Elvis. Join our Patreon for vintage inspired sewing patterns with full length video tutorials! www.patreon.com/gertiesworld
Charm Halloween Extravaganza: Our Tribute to Elvira Gertie 2021-10-11 | For Day 11 of the Charm Halloween Extravaganza, we’re bringing a little extra sizzle to your Halloween plans! Here's our tribute to Elvirfa–– featuring a plunging neckline and a vampy slitted skirt, it’s the perfect sultry twist on the Morticia Gown. With this project, I experimented with using a separator wire to keep the neckline from splaying and it worked like a charm!Link to the free Morticia Gown expansion: charmpatterns.com/shop/morticia-gown-bryant-gown-expansion
Charm Halloween Extravaganza: Bride of Frankenstein Dress Tutorial! Gertie 2021-10-11 | Haven’t had your fill of the macabre? I’m pleased to bring you a Bride of Frankenstein hack on the Morticia Gown. With a slimmed, vampy skirt, a draping bell sleeve, and a train worthy of the Bride herself, I’ll show you how to transform the Morticia into the ghoulish gown of your dreams. (Make it in a cream stretch lace and it’s perfect for a Hallowedding!) Link to the free Morticia Gown expansion: charmpatterns.com/shop/morticia-gown-bryant-gown-expansion
Charm Halloween Extravaganza: Lily Munster Neckline Hack Gertie 2021-10-09 | Today, I bring you a deviously simple neckline hack to transform your Morticia Gown into something befitting the glamour queen herself, Lily Munster. Opt for a rose lilac neoprene and a touch of lace detailing, and watch the gown transform into something entirely new. (Alchemy, perhaps?) We also added a bat necklace that is a perfect match for Lily's, as well as a tasseled waist tie. Link to the free Morticia Gown expansion: charmpatterns.com/shop/morticia-gown-bryant-gown-expansion
Charm Halloween Extravaganza: Morticia Gown Tips and Tricks Gertie 2021-10-08 | It’s day 8 of the Charm Halloween Extravaganza! I’m pleased to present my tips and tricks for transforming your Bryant Gown into the Morticia Gown.Link to the free Morticia Gown expansion: charmpatterns.com/shop/morticia-gown-bryant-gown-expansion
Morticia Addams Vs Lily Munster: A Fashion History Smackdown! Gertie 2021-10-07 | I’m so thrilled to bring you a bit of Halloween fashion history. We’ll be exploring the visual references behind the iconic Lily Munster and Morticia Addams costume design. I just adore these two ladies with everything in my spooky little heart, so I wanted to explore the throughlines from Medieval fashion history to their iconic gowns. Plus, a showdown! In a battle of morbid beauties, there can only be one: I make my case for my favorite glamour ghoul. Link to the free Morticia Gown expansion: www.charmpatterns.com/blogLink to the Bryant Gown: charmpatterns.com/shop/bryant-gownJoin us on Patreon, where you get monthly vintage sewing patterns with full length video tutorials! patreon.com/gertiesworld
Why You Owe Your Pinafore to 50s Style – Fashion History by Gertie Gertie 2021-09-15 | You might not think of aprons as belonging to the world of vintage glamour — they’re not exactly a thing you see on the red carpet day-to-day. But if you’re watching this, it’s more than likely that they’ve shaped some of your favorite wardrobe staples. To celebrate the release of the Cobbler Dress and Set, I thought I'd walk you through a brief history of the pinafore, from its functional origins to its modern day iterations. (A teenager told me about dark academia, everyone!)Link to the Cobbler Dress and Set pattern: charmpatterns.com/cobbler-dress-and-set-patternLink to the Stanwyck Skirt (shown in our thumbnail): charmpatterns.com/shop/stanwyck-skirtJoin us on Patreon, where you get monthly vintage sewing patterns with full length video tutorials! patreon.com/gertiesworld
Watch Me Sew a Rockabilly Shirt: Easy DIY T-shirt Hack! Gertie 2021-09-14 | Hi everyone! I'm so thrilled to bring you the long awaited Barbie Top refashion tutorial. Take any T-shirt you have hanging around and give it a new rockabilly flair! Who doesn't love a little bit of sustainable sewing? Link to the pattern: charmpatterns.com/barbie-top-patternJoin us on Patreon, where you get monthly vintage sewing patterns with full length video tutorials! patreon.com/gertiesworldSupplies:-A t-shirt you own that fits well with just a little ease-Approximately 1/2 yard of tubular ribbing-Jersey or stretch needle for your machine-All-purpose thread to match your fabric-Barbie Top Pattern0:00-1:54 – Introduction1:55-3:38 – Supplies3:39-6:50 – Adjusting Your Pattern6:51-14:00 – Cutting Out Your Pattern
DIY Pinafore Dress: Watch me Sew! Gertie 2021-09-01 | Hi everyone! Here's a quick look at our #CobblerDress, a vintage inspired pinafore dress. For a full length video tutorial, check us out on Patreon – each month, you get access to a vintage inspired sewing pattern in sizes 2-34 with A-H cup sizes and thorough video instructions. Do you want to watch more sew alongs? Let me know what you think in the comments!patreon.com/gertiesworld
DIY Sailor Blouse: Watch me Sew a Vintage Inspired Nautical Blouse Gertie 2021-08-16 | Hi everyone! We're trying out a new format – I love watching garments come together so I thought you may want to watch along as I sew the #MarinerTop! For a full length video tutorial, check us out on Patreon – each month, you get access to a vintage inspired sewing pattern and thorough video instructions. Do you want to watch more sew alongs? Let me know what you think in the comments!patreon.com/gertiesworld
Understitching: Why Do You Need It? Gertie 2021-05-25 | Understitching is one of my favorite techniques to get a crisp, clean finish. It really elevates your garment, and it's worth the extra step, promise! :) Join me and I'll show you why I never skip this step in my sewing. For exclusive videos and patterns, join my Patreon at www.patreon.com/gertiesworld.
Sew the Charm Scout Hat (video with FREE pattern for 40s Garrison cap) Gertie 2021-03-11 | Download the FREE pattern and instructions here: charmpatterns.com/shop/charm-scout-hat-freeJoin my Patreon for more downloadable patterns and videos www.patreon.com/gertiesworld
Make a 40s-Inspired Hair Scarf Gertie 2020-12-08 | Join our Patreon to get exclusive videos and patterns! www.patreon.com/gertiesworldHere is the fabric I used, torn to a rectangle of 56" by 12":bandjfabrics.com/product/119516Any loosely woven fabric (like gauze or challis) is perfect for this project.
Sew the Glamour Face Mask in Lace or Veiling (Gerties World) Bridal or special occasion Gertie 2020-11-02 | Get the free pattern and instructions on the Charm Patterns site:charmpatterns.com/shop/glamour-mask-freeNote that this mask (like all homemade masks) is not medical grade, it is for personal use only. This particular mask is intended for special occasions, though it still has the recommended two layers of woven fabric plus a layer of non woven interfacing for filtration-- plus a nose wire for a great fit. (The outer layer of lace or net is purely decorative.) It can be washed as you would wash lingerie, in a mesh bag on the delicates cycle and then air dried.
Sew a Glamorous Vintage Spiderweb Embellishment Gertie 2020-10-01 | Learn to make a glamorous spiderweb embellishment using couched satin cord and beading! To support this channel and get exclusive patterns and videos, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/gertiesworld.Steps:1. Interface your bodice front and skirt front.2. Mark the spiderweb “spokes” and “rungs” on the wrong side.3. Thread trace over the spiderweb marking so you can see it on the right side. 4. Test your couching technique on a scrap and adjust your machine’s upper and bobbin tension if necessary. 5. Couch the satin cord over the spiderweb spoke markings. 6. Couch the webbing on the second and third rungs.7. Couch the inner rung by hand.8. Add rhinestones and beads by hand as desired. 9. Finish sewing your dress as usual!Resources:Stanwyck Skirt pattern: charmpatterns.bygertie.com/shop/stanwyck-skirtGertie’s Patreon (sign up at the $7 tier to get the bodice expansion on the Stanwyck Skirt):www.patreon.com/gertiesworldPink silk matka fabric: nydesignerfabrics.com/collections/silk-matka-linen/products/flamingo-pink-silk-linen-matka-fabricFusible Interfacing:fashionsewingsupply.com/product_info.php?cPath=22&products_id=29&osCsid=e605388ac39ae133de40779e49596f3bSatin Cord:firemountaingems.com/itemdetails/h201439bsRose Montees: firemountaingems.com/itemdetails/h209456cyCrystal beads:firemountaingems.com/itemdetails/h20b9973cyMore info on couching feet and techniques: youtube.com/watch?v=ZM-KDwDJlaU
Make a Vintage-Inspired Gingham Sash Dress (Its Sew Easy, Episode 1901) Gertie 2020-09-05 | To support this channel and get more exclusive videos and patterns, join my Patreon at www.patreon.com/gertiesworld.com!Title card photo credit goes to Mill Street Vintage! I came across this dress on Pinterest, and finally got the chance to recreate it for an episode of It's Sew Easy, PBS sewing show produced by @sew.quilt.crafts.arts.jewelry.. Please see written instructions below:It’s Sew Easy Gingham Circle Skirt Variation This vintage-inspired skirt has a lovely sash threaded through it. The trick is large buttonholes! Make the skirt in the larger gingham, and the sash and bow in smaller gingham. Bodice pattern used: Charm Patterns Night and Day Dress with a basic circle skirt addedcharmpatterns.bygertie.com/shop/night-and-day-dress1. Sew circle skirt: Sew seams in circle skirt, leaving a 7-5/8” opening on left side seam for zipper. 2. Cut bias strips for sash and bow: Cut 12.5” wide bias strips all the way across your small gingham yardage, getting the longest strip possible in one piece. You will need two roughly 45” long strips (you can piece strips together if needed). 3. Sew the sash: fold one bias strip in half lengthwise right sides together and stitch along the long open edge using a ¼” seam allowance. Press seam allowances open over a seam roll and turn strip right side out. Press sash flat. 4. Sew the bow: fold the second bias strip in half lengthwise right sides together, and cut the ends on an angle. Stitch along all three open sides, using a ¼” seam allowance, and leaving a 6” opening to turn the bow right side out. Turn right side out and close the opening with hand stitching. Press bow flat.5. Test sash placement on skirt: Lay circle skirt out on a flat surface, so entire front of skirt is flat and spread out. Use sash to mock up placement by laying sash on skirt, extending from about 8” above right hemline and continuing in a sharp curve to upper left hip (this refers to right and left as though you are wearing the skirt). Pin sash in place and then try skirt on yourself or a dress form to check that you are happy with the sash placement. Adjust as needed and place the skirt flat on your table top again.6. Mark buttonholes: Make marks for pairs of 2” long buttonholes about every 4-5” along sash placement except for the first and last buttonholes (at hip and hem); these should be single buttonholes, not pairs. 7. Sew buttonholes: use a manual buttonhole setting to make your buttonholes (most automatic buttonholes are too short). 8. Thread the sash through the buttonholes, with the ends on the inside of the skirt.Secure th ends with topstitching at the first and last buttonholes and trim as needed. 9. Tie the bow piece into a bow and arrange as desired. Hand stitch to the upper left hip of the skirt.
Sew the Picnic Skirt (Easy No-Pattern Skirt for Any Size!) Gerties World Gertie 2020-08-05 | Support this channel and get exclusive patterns (like the Picnic Top) on Patreon at www.patreon.com/gertiesworld. Download the free instructions below!charmpatterns.com/shop/picnic-skirt-freeNote: the image at 0:10:55 should be of the skirt dimensions, not the waistband. You can see the correct image at the link above! Here is a photo of the finished denim set: drive.google.com/file/d/1YnsOXk3n67bO_YqJv2LaQoCdyuL919Pm/view?usp=sharing
Gerties Intro to Foundation Garments Gertie 2020-07-01 | Join our Patreon to support this channel! www.patreon.com/gertiesworldBuy Charm Patterns here: www.charmpatterns.comI’m wearing a romper made from the Lamour Dress bodice (available on the Charm Patterns site) paired with the Loretta Shorts (available on the Patreon). Both Charm and Patreon are linked above!!Here is a round-up of the items I mention in the video:PETTICOATSGertie's Petticoat Pattern, Butterick B6530mccall.com/b6530Malco Modes Zooey Petticoathttps://malcomodes.biz/product/malco-modes-womens-chiffon-petticoat-slip-for-50s-costume/Malco Modes Melonie Petticoathttps://malcomodes.biz/product/tea-length-crinoline-petticoat-vintage-50s-poodle-skirt-costume-bridal-or-evening-wear-plus-size-available/Malco Modes Jennifer Petticoathttps://malcomodes.biz/product/malco-modes-luxury-vintage-knee-length-crinoline-petticoat-skirt-pettiskirt-adult-tutu-for-rockabilly-50s-square-dance-or-lolita-dress-plus-size-petticoat-available-berry/STRAPLESS LONGLINE BRASWhat Katie Did Merry Widowus.whatkatiedid.com/collections/shapewear/products/merry-widow-basque-vintage-glamourGoddess Adelaide (Large Cup and Plus Size) amazon.com/Goddess-Womens-Adelaide-Longline-Underwire/dp/B01BLVFZ1U/ref=pd_lpo_193_t_1/130-2131082-1138124?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01MUW7CZ8&pd_rd_r=26a8cbdf-2dfa-4cdc-a59f-31a8f99b8325&pd_rd_w=WDkxm&pd_rd_wg=yUlOi&pf_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b&pf_rd_r=04TCWNKP6KR5M3XQ9J28&psc=1&refRID=04TCWNKP6KR5M3XQ9J28Dominique Longline Bra (Available in A cup sizes)herroom.com/dominique-8949-colette-lace-corset-bridal-longline-bra.shtmlREGULAR LONGLINE BRAS (NOT STRAPLESS)Carnival 745herroom.com/carnival-745-front-closure-longline-bra.shtmlWhat Katie Did Kate Longline Braus.whatkatiedid.com/collections/vintage-bras/products/l6101-kate-longline-cone-braSecrets in Lace Andrea Longline (also convertible to strapless)secretsinlace.com/product/andrea-strapless-longline-bra/Strapless_BrasREGULAR BRASWhat Katie Did Cone Bra(Sorry, seems this one is discontinued now!)What Katie Did 1940s Braus.whatkatiedid.com/collections/vintage-bras/products/1940s-bra-l6112Triumph Poesie Braau.triumph.com/products/poesie-firm-support-wirefree-bra-10000023-00csWAIST CINCHERSWhat Katie Did Glamour Waist Cincher us.whatkatiedid.com/collections/waist-cinchers/products/waist-cincher-waist-trainer-glamourWhat Katie Did Waspie Waist Cincher us.whatkatiedid.com/collections/waist-cinchers/products/waspie-waist-cincher-glamour-nouveauRago Waist Cincher amazon.com/Rago-21-Womens-Waist-Cincher/dp/B009MKQ850UNDERBUST CORSETS Dark Garden Cincherdarkgarden.com/shop/cincherOrchard Corset Underbust Corsetsorchardcorset.com/collections/underbust-corsetsGertie's Powermesh Corset Pattern, Butterick 6643charmpatterns.bygertie.com/shop/butterick-b6643-corset-pattern-2PANTIESThere are SO many options out there, but here are a couple I like:Flexees Shapewear Pantiesonehanesplace.com/flexees-by-maidenform-shaping-brief.html?country=US¤cy=USD&D1=SEARCHA&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxvvEy6ms6gIVEAiICR3ulQ94EAQYAyABEgISPfD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.dsBali Skimp Skamp (no control high waist) amazon.com/Bali-Womens-Skimp-Number-2633/dp/B000MXB8WOWhat Katie Did Kate Panty Girdle (I didn't show this one in the video, but it gives amazing waist shaping!)us.whatkatiedid.com/collections/girdles/products/panty-girdle-firm-control-kate?variant=42881778437FRENCH KNICKERS/TAP PANTSVelrose Snip-Itsamazon.com/Velrose-Snip-it-Pettipants-Black-M/dp/B0006IXCGU/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=M4ZDKNCGOJ4B&dchild=1&keywords=velrose+snip+it+pettipants&qid=1593615994&s=apparel&sprefix=VELROSE+SN%2Cfashion%2C148&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1&smid=AYK2IYC3WT9F3&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzTThEV1NPOVg4MlQzJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMzM1ODA3MjE5TkZVR1JJVlBFWCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjE4NTg3TDFVWUtZTU9BS1lQJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==What Katie Did Tap Pants us.whatkatiedid.com/collections/panties/products/tap-panties-1940s-satinSPANX/LONGLINE BRIEFERSRago Longline High Waist Shaper rago-shapewear.com/catalog/product/rago_style_518_-_high_waist_leg_shaper_light_shapingSpanx Full Body Shaper with Open Bustspanx.com/shapewear/bodysuits/thinstincts-2-0-open-bust-mid-thigh-bodysuitGIRDLESWhat Katie Did Open Bottom Girdle us.whatkatiedid.com/collections/girdles/products/girdle-open-bottom-glamour
Sew the Harlow Pajamas: FREE Beginner Sewing Pattern! Gertie 2020-06-20 | Get the FREE pattern at charmpatterns.com/shop/harlow-pajamas-free/. Sleeve expansion coming soon to www.patreon.com/gertiesworld! Shop fabrics at www.bandjfabrics.com.Supply links:Blue Print Cotton Lawnbandjfabrics.com/fabric/liberty-london-cotton-lawn-print-156Navy Rayon Crepebandjfabrics.com/fabric/rayon-nylon-crepe-navyFrogs amazon.com/Dritz-497-Closure-3-Inch-White/dp/B003ABRBR6/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=frog+closures+dritz&qid=1592677492&sr=8-1Kai Scissorsamazon.com/Kai-8-inch-Dressmaking-Shears-N5210/dp/B004MN72VG/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2PQZIS8HIS582&dchild=1&keywords=kai+scissors&qid=1592677533&sprefix=kai+sc%2Caps%2C159&sr=8-3Clear Gridded Ruleramazon.com/gp/customer-preferences/select-language/ref=topnav_lang_t1?preferencesReturnUrl=%2F
Gerties 6/12 Live Stream: Cinch Belts, Hoop Earrings, and More! Gertie 2020-06-12 | www.patreon.com/gertiesworld
Gerties 6/9 Live Stream! The Loretta Shorts and More! Gertie 2020-06-09 | Join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/gertiesworld
Gerties 5/26 Live Stream! Camper Update, Knitting Update, June Patreon, and Drag Race Reunion Gertie 2020-05-26 | ...
