Our new Scout Dress (available on Patreon) has gores and a curved hem that make the skirt less than ideal for the straightness of the border print. In this tutorial, we’re going to show you how to adapt the Scout Dress for use with our Camp Gertie border print.
This ruched swimsuit bottom captures everything I love about vintage bathing suit designs—a full coverage silhoutte and seamlines to flatter your curves.
Feel like a Hollywood legend in our Gardner Top! This design utilizes two different fabrics: a stable knit for the blouse and a rigid lace for the yoke.
I know swimwear sewing can be intimidating. There’s a lot to learn, but we’re going to teach you! We’ve compiled a list of materials we used in the making of the Esther Swimsuit. We tested several variations of fabrics, elastics, and linings to perfectly replicate that vintage swimwear look. It may look intimidating at […]
This pattern has a wide scoop neckline and the option of elasticized puff sleeves or cap sleeves. The dress option has a straight skirt and the bodysuit has a full-coverage bottom with a snap closure at the crotch.
Designed by Collin Riley for Charm Patterns Get out your blue suede shoes, and get ready to do the Jailhouse Rock! Sew a midcentury-inspired open-collar sport shirt with this new pattern, inspired by the king himself, Elvis Presley. You can’t help falling in love with a shirt that features design elements such as a contrast […]
Swoon! These ’40s style trousers are so elegant, they’ll have you feeling like a Hollywood icon. With a beautiful pleated front, a generously cut cuffed leg, and roomy pockets, these Lucille Trousers are both functional and flattering.
Welcome to Camp Gertie! We’re giving Patreon a fun new twist this year: you’re all officially Charm Scouts so of course you need a snazzy uniform. Make a capelet that would make Phyllis Neffler proud!
Looking for an all-season knit pattern to coordinate with your vintage separates? This cute mock turtleneck top coordinates perfectly with the Stanwyck Skirt and Jane Set pants so you can make a wardrobe of fabulous outfits. We’ve given you four sleeve options so this design will work in all climates and seasons! Don’t forget to […]
The Swing Coat has a luxe swing shape and dramatic cuffed sleeves, perfect for throwing on over your vintage finery! The funnel-shaped neckline makes it quick and easy to sew, so this coat comes together in a jiffy. Make it full length with in-seam pockets (extra points for making a dress to match your lining) […]