The results of our annual Charm Survey are here! At the end of every year, Charm sends out separate (but similar) survey questions to our email subscribers, each of our Patreon tiers, and (new this year) to our free Patreon members. As always, we were overwhelmed with responses (more than 1800!) and we’re excited to […]
The Hollywood Dress is dedicated to three icons of the silver screen: Jean Harlow, Marilyn Monroe, and Dorothy Dandridge. This versatile design is a draped woven wrap dress with three sleeve options and two skirt lengths. Depending on your fabric choice, you can stun in a sequined or satin evening gown, lounge in a glamorous […]
Your graduation project for the 2024 Charm School curriculum is a closely-fitted, unlined knit blazer with bias bound edges (and optional interior seam binding and elbow patches, for extra credit). The Final Exam Blazer has a slightly-shrunken silhouette, front and back princess seams, patch pockets, and a two-piece tailored sleeve. It’s a preppy classic with […]
Rise to the head of the class with this sharp menswear-inspired set! The Valedictorian Bow Tie and Suspenders is a classic combo with so many options. The tie can be made and worn traditionally or as an adjustable clip-on, while the suspenders can be created using leather loops and buttons, or purchased metal clips. Even […]
The Chess Club Trousers are an elevated basic for your wardrobe, with a very vintage silhouette updated in a modern stretch woven fabric for everyday comfort. These slim fit, ankle-length pants have a side zipper and pockets with a full pocket stay to maintain a smooth front. They’re classic in a solid stretch twill, but […]
When planning a grouping of Alice in Wonderland themed costumes for my family, I had visions of dressing my 11-year-old niece, Claudia, as Alice. We’ve gotten lots of requests for sizing down Charm patterns for little kids, so this was the perfect time to experiment! For more images, measurements, and details, be sure to see […]
Journey with us down the rabbit hole as we create a Queen of Hearts costume inspired by the 1951 film Alice in Wonderland! This type of pattern hacking is one of my favorite ways to play! I love taking existing Charm patterns and turning them into something new, especially for our Halloween Extravaganza. For full […]
The Charm School Princess Bodice Sloper pattern was released to active Inner Circle patrons on October 17, 2024 as part of their Patreon membership. The pattern is not available for purchase or via Patreon. It was a one-time-only benefit. — xoxo, Gertie This pattern was originally delivered to active Inner Circle patrons via Patreon on […]
Hello, Charmers! After watching and rewatching the iconic snow dancing scene from Edward Scissorhands, I realized that the Bryant Gown would be the perfect starting point for Kim’s look. Because a white circle skirt is a wardrobe staple, I opted to create this look as separates, so for this pattern hack, Andrea and I began […]
The perfect cape for the spookiest season of the year! The Glampire Cape is an expansion of the Drama Club Cape pattern, with a simple straight front opening, an optional hood, and a longer length. It’s great in black velvet lined with red satin (with press-on fangs, of course!) for all your costume fantasies, but […]