02
Jul
Jul
This fabric belt tutorial combines techniques from both vintage and ready-to-wear examples to create a beautifully belt you will enjoy for years to come!
01
Jul
Jul
Exciting news, campers! Our very first Spoonflower fabric line is here. We’re so excited to be presenting a collection of fabrics inspired by our Patreon community, and all of the fun we’ve had with the Camp Gertie theme this year!
01
Jul
Jul
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.
22
Jun
Jun
This ruched swimsuit bottom captures everything I love about vintage bathing suit designs—a full coverage silhoutte and seamlines to flatter your curves.
22
Jun
Jun
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.
01
Jun
Jun
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 […]
01
Apr
Apr
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.
15
Mar
Mar
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 […]
05
Mar
Mar
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.
09
Feb
Feb
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!