Inspired by the striking dress Grace Kelly wore to wake Jimmy Stewart in Rear Window, the Lisa Bodice is a fully lined and very fitted raglan sleeve bodice, with an elegant deep V-neckline, front and back. Pair this bodice with any bottom pattern in the Lamour series to create your own Hollywood-worthy dress, jumpsuit, or […]
Directly inspired by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, this pattern expands the Sabrina Dress with two different bodice back options. The Holly Bodice Back pattern includes a dramatic structural U-shaped upper back (similar to the one in the movie), as well as a simple strap design. Like the Sabrina Dress, these backs are compatible […]
What could be more iconic than a little black dress? The Sabrina Dress celebrates the classic simplicity of Audrey Hepburn’s style (in movies like Sabrina and Breakfast at Tiffany’s) with a fully-lined boatneck bodice, French darts, three sleeve options, and a pleated pencil skirt in two lengths. Plus, the bodice and skirt are both interchangeable […]
So Much Drama! The Hollywood Robe is an expansion pattern for the Hollywood Dress, with a looser bodice, a dramatic drop sleeve, and an optional long train for the skirt. Inspired by the extravagant robe that Jean Harlow wears in the 1933 movie Dinner at Eight, this garment is stunning in sequins with faux fur […]
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 […]
Charm’s summer school is now in session, and I have the perfect pattern for you to celebrate the season! The Boardwalk Sundress was inspired by the iconic blue polka dot milkmaid-style dress worn by Marilyn Monroe during a 1957 photoshoot with her husband Arthur Miller. Charm’s version includes thin shoulder straps, a gathered bust over […]
You’ll be a star pupil in this 1960s-inspired Study Hall Dress. With two dress lengths (including a very short mod skirt!), two sleeve lengths, and an optional collar, this will be the perfect dress to transition into warmer weather this spring. The unique princess lines carry into the full front pockets, perfect for stashing treats […]
A wrap top is lovely, but a wrap dress is even better! The Extra Credit Wrap Skirt is an extension pattern for the Extra Credit Wrap Top, which you can use to create a classic wrap knit dress. This pattern is designed to be paired with the Extra Credit Wrap Top; however, creative Charm School […]
What’s a school uniform without matching accessories? The Charm School Necktie adds the finishing touch to our 2024 sewing school uniform, and it’s a perfect menswear addition to your wardrobe in general. Paired together with this wonderfully dramatic mutton sleeve expansion for the Patsy Blouse, you’ll be heading to the top of the class in […]
School is in session! I’m so excited to bring you the Charm School Uniform, the first pattern in our new 2024 Patreon theme. This versatile pattern can be made as a jumper dress to be layered over a blouse, a separate skirt, or even a cocktail dress, depending on your fabric and fit choices. With […]