Meet the Las Vegas Halter Top! For this design, I was inspired by collared halter bodices of the '50s, as well the King of Rock 'n' Roll himself. This fabulous top can be made with or without the swingy peplum, and with or without the dramatic collar. The gathered bustline, fitted midr...
2022-06-01 14:25:45 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi all! I'm so excited for tomorrow's release. For the first time ever, I named the pattern after a place rather than a person. Any guesses what it could be?
Thank you for bearing with me through the live stream rescheduling. I'm excited to connect with you all next week!
xoxo,<...
2022-05-31 14:42:43 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! I'm so sorry to report that, due to an illness, I need to postpone both of the Live Events scheduled for this week. I will be fine, but definitely not camera-ready! I apologize for the schedule shuffle--as much as I love our live events together, sometimes life intervenes. Please see...
2022-05-23 22:21:06 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! As always, we have some fun live events planned for you this month:
Tuesday, May 24 at 6:00 pm EST: Thank you all so much for your patience and understanding as we reschedule this fun get-together! Join me for a makeup chit-chat and Q&A! We haven't do...
2022-05-17 19:46:04 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Artists! I am so excited to bring you our third guest design of the year: the Mary Sun Hat by Mary Nishimuta. I've long admired Mary's adorable handmade hats on Instagram, so I was thrilled she agreed to be one ...
2022-05-15 14:09:49 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Charm Cats! Come join me for a video tutorial on the Artist Apron Dress. You'll learn how to sew this project from start to finish, including many key skills: fully lining a wrap bodice, sewing the bib and carpenter pockets, and setting the optional rivets.
Hope you love the video! Don'...
2022-05-01 15:53:22 +0000 UTC View Post
UPDATE 5/2: Hi patrons! I'm sorry to report that we found a few minor errors in the instructions and patterns. We have now updated the files; please read below for details on the changes:
1. Instructions: the Finished Measurem...
2022-05-01 15:51:39 +0000 UTC View Post
April showers are about to give way to May flowers! This means it's time for our next pattern release and video here on Patreon.
Tomorrow's pattern is named for one of fashion history's most elusive creations, an item that is by turns functional or frivolous--or both at the same time....
2022-04-30 16:17:08 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! I'm so sorry to report that I need to reschedule today's Crowdcast. Hattie had an upsetting accident this afternoon, and she and I both need a little recuperation time. She's fine though, not to worry. She got too close to a very heavy door as it was opening and her foot got caught, ...
2022-04-21 18:42:41 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! I’m so excited to bring you the next installment in our Fit Clinic Series!
In Episode Two, we’re going to build on the techniques we learned in Episode One and continue working our way towards the more advanced stuff, as promised. In today's installment, I talk about best p...
2022-04-15 14:00:12 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone! Can't wait to see you all tonight for the Crowdcast featuring this month's pattern, the Midge Breton Top! Please join me tonight at 5:00 pm EST! I...
2022-04-13 14:58:51 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! As always, we have some fun live events planned for you this month:
Wednesday, April 13 at 5:00 pm EST: Join me for a live Crowdcast webinar! I will be presenting my inspiration and the development process for this month's project, the Midge Breton Top. There w...
2022-04-11 13:43:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey princesses! It's that time again. Check your Patreon messages for a voucher code to use on the Charm Patterns site!
IMPORTANT NOTE! To make sure that your benefits remain exclusive to you, we have made a change to the way we administer vouchers: you *must* use the email ad...
2022-04-01 21:42:32 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Charm cats! Come join me for video tutorial on the Midge Breton Top, a super versatile top pattern made in a stable knit. We'll learn all about the adorable tabbed cuff, twin needle top stitching, and more! I take you through every step of ALL the variations of this pattern, which is a quick ...
2022-04-01 13:50:57 +0000 UTC View Post
UPDATE 4/7/22: Hi patrons! As several of you have noted, there was an error with the page order in the 2-20 tiled pattern file, which meant that the Pattern Piece Location Guide was incorrect. We have now updated the 2-20 tiled file only so that it corresponds correctly to the guide, and ...
2022-04-01 13:50:35 +0000 UTC View Post
No April fools here, just another exciting pattern release for you all. (Also NO SPOILERS since we'll be talking about The Marvelous Maisel, and I haven't finished season 4 yet! Have you all been watching?)
Yes! Tomorrow's pattern is inspired by (and named for) everyone's fav...
2022-03-31 15:14:11 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Artists! Can't wait to see you all tonight for the Crowdcast featuring this month's pattern, the Lizabeth Raglan Top! Please join me tonight at 5:00 pm EST! 2022-03-28 15:01:04 +0000 UTC View Post
I'm so excited that Jasmin of Vintage Vandalizm will be joining us for a live stream tonight at 5:00 pm EST 2022-03-21 12:49:28 +0000 UTC View Post
Phew, what a month it's been already! It's hard to believe we've done two pattern releases. I hope you all are loving the Lizabeth Raglan Blouse and the Jasmin Jumpsuit! And never fear, there's always more fun right around the corner here at the Charm Artist Collective. Please save the date for t...
2022-03-17 01:31:03 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Artists! Come join me for video tutorial on the Jasmin Jumpsuit, a fabulous guest design from Jasmin Rodriguez of Vintage Vandalizm. I'll take you through all the construction steps for this amazing design. You'll learn ...
2022-03-15 13:32:37 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Charm Cats! I am so excited to bring your our second guest design of the year: the Jasmin Jumpsuit by none other than the divine Jasmin Rodriguez, founder of Vintage Vandalizm! I've admired Jasmin's impecca...
2022-03-15 13:32:17 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey Charm Cats! Come join me for video tutorial on the Lizabeth Raglan Top. I'll take you through all the construction steps for this chic pullover blouse. This is our first time doing a raglan sleeve and an inset wing collar, so make sure to watch for all my tips and tricks. You got this! <...
2022-03-01 18:32:13 +0000 UTC View Post
Happy March, artists! I'm so excited to introduce you to the Lizabeth Raglan Top, a pullover raglan blouse with a dramatic '50s wing collar. Named for Lizabeth Scott, who starred alongside Elvis Presley in the movie Loving You, this top has a ton of options. Make a hip-length version wit...
2022-03-01 18:29:02 +0000 UTC View Post
Well that was fast! February is coming to a close and that means tomorrow is the release of another new pattern and video here on Patreon.
Our new pattern is named after the gorgeous lady in the photo above: who knows who she is? I was inspired by something she wore in a '50s movie to...
2022-02-28 13:22:15 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! I can't wait to see you tonight (Wednesday, February 23 at 5PM EST) to chat with about this month's release, the Audrey Cigarette Pants.
IMPORTANT! We're now password protecting these lectures since they're exclusive events just for you. The password is sassy (...
2022-02-23 16:20:32 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! I’m so excited to bring you our very first Fit Clinic!
In this month’s segment, we’re going to cover some of the basics— what tools you’ll need in your fitting journey, measuring yourself correctly to get your perfect fit, and some of the fundamental fit adjustments y...
2022-02-15 16:40:37 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! I can't wait to see you tonight (Monday, February 14 at 5PM EST) for a chat on my favorite Valentine's Day fashion! (I'm taking your questions for tonight on Instagram stories – be sure to submit yours!)
IMPORTANT! We're now password protecting these lectures since they're ex...
2022-02-14 16:56:35 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! Hope you're loving the Audrey Cigarette Pants – I've loved seeing your makes! As always, we have some fun live events planned for you:
Monday, February 14 at 5:00 pm EST: Join Naty and I for a Galentines celebration! We'll be talking about our favorite Valent...
2022-02-09 22:11:37 +0000 UTC View Post
Hi everyone! Hope you're loving the Audrey Cigarette Pants. In this month's video, I’ll walk you through this fabulous new design, and my tips and tricks for both lengths.
Hope you love the video! Don't forget to download the pattern and instructions in my 2022-02-01 15:24:49 +0000 UTC View Post
Meet the Audrey Cigarette Pants – the perfect wardrobe staple for for the chic bohemian. Inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s beatnik look in Funny Face, this is a coveted vintage style that will pair with just about everything in your wardrobe. Choose from an elegant ankle-length slim pant ...
2022-02-01 15:24:42 +0000 UTC View Post