She is the author of four sewing books and the designer of patterns by gertie, a line of vintageinspired designs with butterick. A passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. Its the bow neck blouse pattern from gerties new book for better sewing. 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. 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. I found these sections to be nicely laid out and reasonably informative. 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. Plus, gertie s books are just so darn pretty to look at. See more ideas about sewing, vintage sewing and dressmaking.
Every vintageobsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. Gretchen teaches sewing in new york city and around the country, is the. 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. This listing is for the paper pattern only, not the finished piece. 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. Gretchen hirsch is the author of gerties new book for better sewing and creator of gerties new blog for better sewing. An extension of the blog, gerties new book for better sewing. Gretchen hirsch author of gerties new book for better. This is a standard security test that we use to prevent spammers from sending automated requests. Like her blog gerties new blog for better sewing, its written in her usual fun style. She teaches sewing classes and contributesto many sewing publications. 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. Gretchen gertie hirsch is a blogger, author, and pattern designer with a love of all things retro think rose prints, full skirted dresses, and crinolines. A long weekend friday through sunday, 9 am to 5 pm each day devoted to dressmaking techniques in new yorks beautiful hudson.
Gretchen gertie hirsch is raising funds for charm patterns by gertie on kickstarter. Thankfully i took gerties advice at the beginning of the book and committed myself to making a muslin of each garment i wanted to make before sewing it up. She has a pattern line with butterick and a fabric line with. Ive only just started reading it, but im really enjoying it. The first half of gerties ultimate dress book is composed of what gertie calls skills and is broken down into 6 sections. Gerties ultimate dress book is gretchen hirschs third book and this one. It s hard to believe that it s been a decade since i started gertie s new blog for better sewing.
Abigail tended to hunch over her patchwork, her fingers and thread a snarl, and sew a few stiches before abandoning it to look down the road towards the houses near the general store, or to get up for a drink of water. Gerties new book for better sewing from stc craft melanie falick books on vimeo. 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. 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. A perfect match for your next charm patterns project.
Gretchen hirsch is the sewing mastermind behind gerties new blog for better sewing blogforbettersewing. 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. Her work has been featured in sew stylish, vogue patterns, threads. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better sewing 1950s fashion diy fashion vintage fashion vintage style 1950s style fashion hair fashion sewing mode pin up circle skirt dress the darling retro portrait blouse download the pattern for free, and sew your own. Gertie sews vintage casual is gretchen hirschs followup to gerties new book for better sewing. I tried out a new platform for a live stream yesterday and it was amazing. I just got my copy of gerties ultimate dress book and i couldnt wait to share a few pages with you. In the end, the idea of a fresh start was really appealing. The book includes 10 printed patterns that allow you to make up to 25 different vintageinspired wardrobe essentials. Butterick b6322 misses ruched corsetstyle dress patterns by gertie in size e5 1416182022 new msrp 19.
Gretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter. Charm patterns is a new indie line from international sewing starlet gretchen gertie hirsch. This is the side pleated skirt from gerties ultimate dress book with a waistband added. Gretchen hirsch is the author of gerties new book for better sewing 4.
Like my other books, it was illustrated by sun young park. A blog for people who love sewing, retro fashion, cats, and feminism. 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 pattern maker influencer. 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. Floral dress from gertie via love sewing magazine this classic and simple dress from gretchen hirsch has classic button detail at the shoulders and a simple aline skirt. Products charm patterns vintage sewing patterns by gertie. It was no surprise that her sewing was so uneven, for to make even stiches the seamstress herself had to be steady. Gerties new book for better sewing hardcover abrams. That pattern was and still is the quintessential day dress for me. The fabric is a quilting cotton that i bought at joanns quite a.
Its hard to believe that its been a decade since i started gerties new blog for better sewing. The most common patterns by gertie material is ceramic. If you end up using this pattern, id love to see pics of the finished top. The blog began as a way for readers to follow hirschs progress as she stitched all 14 fashions from the iconic 1950s sewing book vogues new book. If you have no other sewing book, i highly, highly recommend you get, gerties new book for better sewing.
Ive found new book for better sewing to be a real pleasure to sew from. Hers were the first patterns that fit well to my body, that provided an aesthetic. Im sure most, if not all of you, know about gerties new blog for better sewing and so you already know that her book, gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. I havent uttered a peep about this, and it s been quite difficult. There arent any bookstores that carry it where i live, so i cant look inside before i buy it.
This is my biggest book yet and i practically sewed my little fingers off making all the dresses. First published in 1976, readers digests popular complete guide to sewing has become the standard stitchandseam reference book for both. Comprehensive, practical, and inspiring, the new complete guide to sewing gives sewers of every experience and comfort level everything they need to know to create the wardrobe of their dreams and fill their homes with original decorative accents. Gertie sews vintage casual sewing discussion topic. You have been randomly selected as the winner of the latest book giveaway, and will receive a free copy of gerties new book for better sewing stc craft, 2012. Butterick 5814 from butterick patterns is a misses dress sewing pattern dress. The second part of the book is absolutely amazing the garments. I just got the new book by gretchen hirsch gerties new book for better sewing. 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. Her work has been featured in sew stylish, vogue patterns, threads, and stitch, and on. The ultimate dress book is chock full of information about fabrics, facings. 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. Join our patreon for more episodes and exclusive pattern download. In the first book, hirsch focused on dresses, skirts and eveningwear.
She has appeared on the pbs series its sew easy, and she loves to teach sewing to others in person and online. Released today, we know this is a dressmaking book a lot of you have been waiting for. Gerties new book for better sewing is a fun, new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author gretchen hirschs fresh take on. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gertie s sewing spi by hirsch, gretchen isbn. I really appreciate that each of gerties books contains new information she. 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. Gretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. 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. I chose the portrait blouse because it s a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut.
A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gertie s sewing hirsch, gretchen, park, sun young on. But the mid20th century was also an amazing time for sportswearthink widelegged trousers, playful beach rompers, 50s style shorts, casual dresses, fitted capri pants and. Some of the tutorials like bound buttonholes are on her blog already, so i felt familiar with a good chunk of the content. I really wanted to make a skirt with the corduroy, but i had an odd amount. Gertie paper patterns at spotlight your sewing essentials. Indispensable figure templates for bodypositive design gerties sewing hirsch, gretchen, park, sun young on. Gertie s new ride is the latest in the gertie series. 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. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties sewing spi by hirsch, gretchen isbn. Like my bowneck blouse from the same book and made from the same stashed cottonrayon blend fabric, incidentally, i thought i didnt like it as i was finishing it up. She is the creator of gerties new blog for better sewing, one of the webs most popular sewing blogs.
You can still fill out the form to be added to the wait list for any of the retreats. I took attendees through all the ins and outs of the new charm patterns preorder for the stanwyck skirt and the hepburn top. She has 15,000 blog subscribers and averages 45,000 unique monthly visitors and 350,000 monthly page views. The book begins with all the essential techniques for. 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. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Charm patterns vintage glamour for the modern sewist.
It looks to be full of good info, and even has several patterns included. Aug 23, 2012 my book is making its way into your homes, and now another big arrival. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques. If you like the style of the patterns and enjoy more involved sewing techniques, id totally recommend making the purchase. The winner of gerties new book for better sewing is. These are classic, mainly 1950s styles that gertie is known for wearing, inspired by vogue s new book for better sewing the book which her blog focused on in the beginning. Actor promointerviews diy girl scouts home decor knitting. Gerties ultimate dress book released today, we know this is a dressmaking book a lot of you have been waiting for. As an extension of gretchens blog, this book starts off with all the key skills needed to make the perfect. Gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. It is actually a really cute skirt, but it too has a issue. She has her own pattern line with butterick, and teaches fashion design and sewing around america.
Sep 05, 2017 gretchen gertie hirsch is raising funds for charm patterns by gertie on kickstarter. You have been randomly selected as the winner of the latest sewstylish book giveaway and will receive a free copy of gerties new book for better sewing stc craft, melanie falick books, 2012. I became friends with the folks at butterickmccallsvogue earlier this year after they featured my blog in vogue patterns magazine. Getting ready to sew, basic dress construction, finishing details, giving the dress structure, techniques for special fabrics, and fitting. See more ideas about sewing patterns, sewing and dressmaking. I chose the portrait blouse because its a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut. Ive made it before in black rayon blend with big red roses the same fabric i used for the shirtwaist dress from the same book. If you are new to dressmaking you can learn a lot from this book and the dress styles. Its such an exciting day when the postman brings that first copy. I was lucky enough to be able to pick one out to share with you all. The book includes 10 printed patterns that allow you to make up to.
A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gertie s sewing by gretchen hirsch 1 sep 2012 4. She shows how to alter patterns to fit and so many other skills and techniques too numerous to mention here. Nov 05, 20 i made this vintagestyle shirtwaist dress form gerties new book for better sewing. Gerties new ride a primitive folk art pattern from etsy. I love gerties blog, so of course i love gerties book. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. You have been randomly selected as the winner of the latest sewstylish book giveaway and will receive a free copy of gerties new book for better sewing stc craft, melanie. The patterns are mixnmatch with several bodices, collars, sleeves and skirts to choose from, which allows the reader to design their own looks by mixing up the pattern pieces. When i first made gretchen gertie hirschs spaghetti strap swing dress b6453 i fell in love with the pattern and made a several iterations of it which you can view here, here, and here. What i found was a book filled with exactly the style of dresses i love most. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better.
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