Thanks to Jacky Sanger, our summer studio mate, we were able to draft a historically accurate* fitted sleeve with a layered cuff for our Marie Antoinette costume. She then hand-tacked Alençon lace motifs to some flocked tulle fabric to create the perfect oval ruffle as a bit of decorative trim. We do love to go […]
We came up with another hack using the patterns from my latest book, Gertie Sews Glam Knits! Inspired by the 1960 “Solo in the Spotlight” design created for our favorite blonde collectible, this sparkly dress combines the basic Jewel Neck Top and Pencil Skirt patterns into one glamorous garment. Resources Sequin knit fabric with 50–70% […]
We came up with another hack using the Halter Top and Pencil Skirt patterns from my latest book, Gertie Sews Glam Knits! This mashup of the Halter Top and Pencil Skirt patterns pays homage to the original dream girl, Barbie, in her very first outfit. The straps of the top are altered and tied together […]
We came up with another hack using the Halter Top pattern from my latest book, Gertie Sews Glam Knits! This pattern takes the classic halter and crosses the ties to create shoulder straps, with an added shoulder drape for drama. It’s paired with the Side Drape Skirt from the book to create this lovely floral jersey […]
Are you looking to stand out at your holiday party this year or add some extra pizzazz to a favorite dress? This tutorial from Rachel Petterson, aka Pigs In Pajamas, will show you how to easily transform (almost) any skirt or dress–including one you’ve already made–by adding a removable, twinkling LED underskirt! For a very […]
It’s not the Halloween Extravaganza if I don’t bring my not-so-secret goth side out to play! This hack of the Lorelei Gown came out even better than I expected. But first, some inspiration! Vampira (played by Maila Nurmi) was a character in a tv show, The Vampira Show, that ran for one year (1954-1955) and […]
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 […]
To celebrate the release of the Barbie movie, we’ve created this beautiful hair bow for you! It’s the perfect companion for your pink gingham Barbara Millicent dress (using the recently released Barbara Bodice and Millicent Skirt). This is a bias-cut hair bow with curved ends, attached to a metal hair clip or comb. You […]
Sew an adorable holiday outfit with the Patsy Blouse and a gathered skirt!