Simple, classic, and elegant. What more could you want from this vintage-inspired Charm cardigan?
The Turner Cardigan is named after Lana Turner and is closely-fitted with either short sleeves or three-quarter sleeves. With a bit of negative ease, it is designed to be worn alone or as a lay...
2023-08-15 16:00:09 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I sew up the sultry Sophia Dress. It's a super easy & quick sew!
I'll be showing both the pencil skirt and full skirt versions in this video, with the optional sweetheart neckline detail.
Hope you love this video & find it help...
2023-08-01 14:16:38 +0000 UTC View Post
This sexy and comfortable-as-your-own-skin knit dress is named after Sophia Loren, an Italian actress, singer, mother, and sex symbol for the ages.
It is an easy and quick make, with wide shoulder straps (to hide those bra straps!) and an optional sweetheart neckline.
The pencil skirt...
2023-08-01 14:16:27 +0000 UTC View Post
"Everything you see, I owe to spaghetti."
Tomorrow's pattern release was inspired by this Italian screen goddess and her famous quote (apocryphally attributed).
You'll love wearing this simple-yet-sultry garment while indulging in your favorite treats. Whatever could it...
2023-07-31 14:00:07 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello lovelies! I'm excited to see you tonight for the Barbara Bodice Crowdcast.
Please join me today (Tuesday, July 25th) at 6:00 pm EST. (Click the hyperlink for a world time converter!)
The passw...
2023-07-25 13:27:43 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello Society Members, and happy Barbie movie release day! I'm excited to connect with you next week for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will be sharing some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Barbara Bodice.
Please join me on Tuesday, July 25th at 2023-07-21 16:41:40 +0000 UTC View Post
We’re continuing the Barbie theme this month with the Millicent Skirt! This full circle skirt has swingy box pleats and is compatible with the Lamour mix-and-match patterns.
Live your dream girl fantasy by combining it with the Barbara Bodice to create the perfect dress for the opening of...
2023-07-15 12:00:06 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi Barbie! I hope to see you for a Zoom Sewing Circle this evening at 6:00 pm EST. Here is the invite:
Gertie is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I sew up the Barbara Bodice, paired with a Lamour-series skirt (sneak peek alert!). You'll learn:
Hope ...
2023-07-01 13:58:28 +0000 UTC View Post
Squeee! I’m so excited to share this dreamy Barbara Bodice with you!
Inspired by Barbara Millicent Roberts, (known to us all as Barbie), this is an updated-and-expanded version of a classic favorite from my design archive.
Fully lined with princess seams and a scoop neckline, this b...
2023-07-01 13:57:44 +0000 UTC View Post
It's so hard to share this sneak peek without giving everything away! 😘
Tomorrow's pattern release is an updated version of a familiar favorite, and that's all I'm going to say! Put your guesses in the comments, and get ready to sew up this new classic.
xoxo,
Gertie
Hello Society Members! I'm excited to connect with you today for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will share some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Claudette Skirt.
Please join me today (Thursday, June 29th) at 2023-06-29 13:25:48 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello Society members! It's been a wild month here at Charm HQ. We've had our hands full between the Claudette Skirt release, the second issue of our digital magazine, sewing retreats happening in the studio, and some secret projects in the works. But the fun doesn't stop there! I've got live eve...
2023-06-22 22:26:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, lovelies!
We're dreaming of our summer vacations and the second issue of Vintage by Gertie magazine is all about our favorite sewing, lifestyle, and fashion for the summer. The magazine is exclusive to our Glamour, Princess, and Inner Circle members - and is now available in...
2023-06-15 17:17:56 +0000 UTC View Post
We sold out our first order of the new Charm Pride t-shirt design, so we've ordered some more!
Our fabulous, limited-edition Sew With Pride tee features the original 1978 Pride flag on the front (famously designed and sewn by veteran Gilbert Baker) and the Charm logo in the Progress Pride c...
2023-06-09 14:08:34 +0000 UTC View Post
Look at this stunning (and easy-to-sew) knit skirt!
A knit skirt is always a great answer when you are looking for both comfort and style. But this isn’t just any knit skirt!
The Claudette Skirt mimics the glamorous draped gowns of the 1940s, but in a far more comfo...
2023-06-01 14:00:10 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I sew up the Claudette Skirt. This is a very quick skirt to sew, so you'll be wearing this one in no time!
You'll learn:
Tomorrow's pattern release is comfortable, glamorous, and a very quick sew.
This day-to-night, beach-to-red-carpet garment was inspired by the beautiful actress pictured above. (Do you know her name?)
Whatever could it be?
xoxo,
Gertie
UPDATE: The password is ciao (all lowercase). See you lovelies soon!
Hello Society Members! I'm excited to connect with you tomorrow for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will share some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Gina Bustier.
Please join me to...
2023-05-30 22:29:59 +0000 UTC View Post
We're in such a summer mood at Charm HQ, which means it's time for our Annual Summer Sale!
Click here and use the coupon code SUNSHINE for 20% off any Charm PDF pattern!
This Summer Sal...
Hello Society Members! I'm excited to connect with you next week for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will be sharing some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Gina Bustier.
Please join me on Wednesday, May 31st at 2023-05-25 16:40:39 +0000 UTC View Post
Have you seen? Charm has a new limited-edition t-shirt design!
Come show your pride with us! As a queer-owned small business with many queer members on team Charm and in...
2023-05-19 19:00:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, lovely!
Every season needs cute accessories, and I designed the perfect summer tote to take to the beach or for lounging by the pool. But it's not just for summer!
The Hattie Tote bag works wonderfully all year round for storing your knitting and hand-sewing projects, too. (And...
2023-05-15 13:44:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I create the Gina Bustier. In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to sew the lovely Gina from start to finish, and the skills in this video will work for both the waist-length and the midriff-length versions.
You'll learn:
Va va voom! The sexy Gina Bustier was named after Gina Lollobrigida, an Italian actress, photographer, politician, and artist known as “The Most Beautiful Woman in the World.”
Perfect for summer, this boned bodice can be worn as a top, either ending at the waist or cropped to show a lit...
2023-05-01 14:40:10 +0000 UTC View Post
My inspiration for tomorrow's pattern release came from "The Most Beautiful Woman in the World," and it's a stunner!
It's quite sexy, quite versatile, and quite couture-worthy (with some beautiful interior finishing techniques that you can apply to other projects).
I'll be wearing thi...
2023-04-30 13:26:21 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello Society Members! I'm excited to connect with you tomorrow for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will be sharing some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Elsa Culottes.
Please join me tomorrow (Tuesday, April 25th) at 2023-04-24 21:22:04 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello Society Members! I'm excited to connect with you next week for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will be sharing some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Elsa Culottes.
Please join me on Tuesday, April 25th at 2023-04-21 20:25:19 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello, lovely!
You’ve been asking for a longer-sleeve addition to the darling Scout Dress, and here it is!
This three-quarter-length sleeve includes a bit of fullness leading into a period-correct cuff, which perfectly matches the charm and silhouette of the Scout Dress. Not only do...
2023-04-15 13:16:27 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello Society members! I hope to see you this evening for a Zoom Sewing Circle at 6:00 pm EST. Here is the invite:
Gertie is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: April Zoom Sewing Circle 2023-04-07 13:52:36 +0000 UTC View Post