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Dec
Dec
Expand the possibilities of your Rita Blouse with this statement sleeve! Make it in lace for a little extra drama. This pattern was originally published on Patreon on Apr. 1, 2020.
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Dec
Dec
This cute little layering piece is perfect for pairing with your vintage-style dresses and skirts! It will take you gracefully through seasonal transitions while looking adorable at the same time. This pattern was originally published on Patreon on Mar. 1, 2020.
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Dec
Dec
We’ve added a hood to our new Princess Coat pattern! Make it in water-resistant fabric for a fabulous raincoat or use a snuggly wool to keep your ears toasty warm all winter long. This pattern was originally published on Patreon on Jan. 30, 2020.
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Dec
Dec
UPDATE 12/9/19: All retreats are currently full. You can still fill out the form to be added to the wait list for any of the retreats. Thank you so much! xo, Gertie What: A long weekend (Friday through Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm each day) devoted to dressmaking techniques in New York’s beautiful Hudson […]
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May
May
Please join me for a little tea party in Berlin! Wear your favorite dress and enjoy a couple hours of socializing and sewing talk. You can even get a copy of Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses signed. Date: Thursday, June 20, 2019 Time: 3:00-5:00 pm Where: Wahrhaft Nahrhaft, Revaler Str. 16, 10245 Berlin Cost: 15 Euros per person, includes […]
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May
May
I’m thrilled to announce that I will be coming to Texas and Arizona in September 2019 to teach sessions of my sought-after dressmaking workshops. Houston Workshop (Sew Houston) 7710 Cherry Park F, Houston TX 77095 WAITLIST! Session One Workshop: September 21-22 (Saturday & Sunday), 10:00 am to 6:00 pm WAITLIST! Session Two Workshop:September 23-24 (Monday […]
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Apr
Apr
Hi all! The Popover Dress from my new book Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses has been such a hit that I decided to make a video tutorial to help you along–especially if you’re new to sewing. This dress is the perfect project for beginners. And if you have a little experience you can make one in […]
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Apr
Apr
Hi all! The Popover Dress from my new book Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses has been such a hit that I decided to make a video tutorial to help you along–especially if you’re new to sewing. This dress is the perfect project for beginners. And if you have a little experience you can make one in […]
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Apr
Apr
These are the final steps everyone! Thank you so much for following along on our Jane Set sew-along. We’re going to end with hemming the pants and sewing the straps. First, finish the raw edges of the pant hem allowances with your serger or your method of choice. Press the hem allowances to the side […]
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Apr
Apr
Welcome back to the Jane Set sew-along! Now that our bodices are fully constructed, we’re going to jump right back in with pants. Pants are funny: the fitting can be such a process, but the sewing is super easy! Your pants will be put together in a snap. We are now on page 24 of […]