Im sure if you read sewing blogs, you have come across the awesome gertie, or gretchen hirsch, whose excellent new blog for better sewing is a great resource for all things vintage ahd homesewn. Gerties new book for better sewing gretchen hirsch bok. A guide to handsewing an alabama chanin wardrobe sewing. As an extension of her blog, this book starts off with all the key skills needed to make the perfect garment. 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. Charm patterns vintage glamour for the modern sewist. Its hard to believe that its been a decade since i started gerties new blog for better sewing. If you end up using this pattern, id love to see pics of. Gerties new book for better sewing 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. Gretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, an in demand sewing teacher and creatorwriter of. A blog for people who love sewing, retro fashion, cats, and feminism. I was lucky enough to be able to pick one out to share with you all.
The ultimate guide to mastering sewing for beginners in 30 minutes or less. This is our latest patreon exclusive project, an expansion on the charm patterns princess coat. Sew mama sew gerties new book for better sewing is a fun, new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author gretchen hirschs fresh take. Searching for a sewing book as a beginner can be a big task. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties sewing at.
Gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. Gretchen hirsch is the author of gerties new book for better sewing 4. 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. I chose the portrait blouse because it s a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut.
I made up this top using the portrait blouse pattern from gerties new book for better sewing. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques stc craft, melanie. All the projects are great, and the layout of the book is really easy to use and navigate. Gretchen hirsch author of gerties new book for better. May 30, 2014 an ensemble from gerties new book for better sewing march 5, 20 11 comments i swear, you wait weeks for a project and then two come at once my first two projects of the year are the blouse and pencil skirt from gerties new book for better sewing. Download now a charming introduction to the thrill of creating something with fabric and thread. Gretchens book giveaway in honor of gretchen hirschs recent interview with sewstylish, featured in the fall 20 issue, we are giving away a copy of her fabulous book gerties new book for better sewing. Gretchen hirsch, author of gerties new book for better sewing sewing is a skill thats both fun and functional, and theres no better way to get started than with jolly miss patch. This time, i had a beautiful white textured cotton from the cloth shop for my shirt, and another fantastic piece of vintage wool from my greataunt for the skirt.
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Gretchen hirsch author of gerties new book for better sewing. Free tutorial with pictures on how to make a blouse in under 180 minutes by sewing and dressmaking with zipper, fabric, and interfacing. These are classic, mainly 1950s styles that gertie is known for wearing, inspired by vogues new book for better sewing the book which her blog focused on in the beginning. Gerties new book for better sewing, gretchen hirsch.
Feb 23, 2014 look what arrived in the mail yesterday. Its hard to believe that its been a decade since i started gertie s new blog for better sewing. It s hard to believe that it s been a decade since i started gertie s new blog for better sewing. But if your beginner sewing aspirations are about retro clothing, this book. Gerties new book for better sewing sewing book club. I found gretchens blog not that long ago and fell in love with her tongueincheek writing, clear explanations on to me mysterious couture techniques, and retro aesthetics. My very own copy of gertie s new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. Sep 18, 2012 the second part of the book is absolutely amazing the garments. These chapters include how to sew retro, prepping, essential. Gerties new book for better sewing hardcover abrams.
The book is filled with tips and tricks for perfecting sewing techniques, patternmaking, and creating a perfect fit, making it a welcome. Amigurumi pattern crochet gertie elephant doll diy instant digital download pdf deliciouscrochet 5 out of 5 stars 6,872. I look forward to catching up, and to giving my sewing room the cleaningout it needs so i can get started again. 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. Our own haley piersoncox actually made this top in green polka dots. Oct 05, 2012 gerties new book for better sewing sewing book club if you arent a gertie fan, aka gretchen hirsch, you will be after reading gerties new book for better sewing.
I chose the portrait blouse because its a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut. An extension of the blog, gertie s new book for better sewing. Pdf download gerties ultimate dress book free unquote. Whip up a gorgous new dress using our free pattern download from gretchen hirsch. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gertie s sewing at. 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. But if your beginner sewing aspirations are about retro clothing, this book will inspire you. 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. This is a standard security test that we use to prevent spammers from sending automated requests. I traced out the pencil skirt pattern last night with every intention of cutting the cheapish floral poplin id bought for a wearable muslin. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques at. Oct 05, 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. An extension of the blog, gerties new book for better sewing is a hardworking reference title packed with lessons on couture techniques and. The portrait blouse extract from gerties new book for.
Although many of the patterns were inspired by vogues new book for better sewing, gerties added touch gives these pieces a vintage and couture look. If you end up using this pattern, id love to see pics of the finished top. 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. Known for her sewing tutorials with a vintage twist, gretchen gertie hirsch covers key techniques and tips in her book gerties new book for better sewing stc craft, 2012. Gerties new book for better sewing strapless party dress. 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.
Every vintageobsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. 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. See more ideas about sewing, vintage sewing and dressmaking. Gerties new book for better sewing strapless party. Sep 23, 20 the lessons in the beginning of the book provide the foundation to create versatile dresses, skirts, and blouses. Gerties new book for better sewing sewing book club sew. 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. Gretchen hirsch is the author of gerties new book for better sewing and creator of gerties new blog for better sewing. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better. 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. Gerties new book for better sewing pdf, gerties new book for better sewing book. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app.
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In the meantime, i received the most wonderful shipment in the mail. Aug 22, 2015 searching for a sewing book as a beginner can be a big task. Gerties new book for better sewing gretchen hirsch. My very own copy of gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. 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.
The book is filled with tips and tricks for perfecting sewing techniques, patternmaking, and creating a perfect fit, making it a welcome addition to any sewing library. 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. Download the pdf pattern book excerpt for the portrait. Jul 24, 20 gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better sewing make.
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