Bestselling 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 Gertie’s
Charmed Sewing Studio . 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. 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. 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. 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. Featured garments: The Structured Tropical Dress The Rita Blouse The
Night and Day Dress The Lilli Ann-Style Princess Coat The Rose Dressing Gown The Tropical
Mermaid Gown The Marilyn Jeans The Rose Marie Reid Swimsuit The Cummerbund Bubble Dress
Plus full-size patterns (to download and print) for: The Madeleine Dress the Camille Sheath
Dress and the Lillian Jacket From Gretchen Hirsch: Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing
Gertie Sews Vintage Casual Gertie’s New Fashion Sketchbook Gertie’s Ultimate Dress Book
Gertie’s Charmed Sewing Studio
