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% […]
Dolly Parton is a style icon! I am delighted to share this hack of the Lorelei Gown (paired with the Dolly Bell Bottoms) so you can recreate this iconic look! Let’s start with some inspiration. Dolly wore so many jumpsuits with big bell bottoms back in the 1970s! More images and inspiration can be found here. […]
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 […]
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 […]
For the 10th day of this year’s Halloween Extravaganza, I’m excited to share this AMAZING bat fascinator with you! I am obsessed with this, and will definitely be wearing it while handing out candy this year. I’ve included the PDF (or SVG) file and step-by-step instructions below so you can make your own. Resources Bat […]
We’re sharing more for our annual Halloween Extravaganza with this adorable (and very easy!) appliqué project. Resources Turner Cardigan pattern (available to Patreon Glamour Circle+ members) White sweater knit fabric for the cardigan Black rhinestone buttons Bat appliqué file in SVG or PDF format Black felt Black thread Small rhinestones for the bat eyes Fabric […]
Hello, my lovelies! It’s day two of 13 for our annual Halloween Extravaganza and we have more pattern hack ideas for you! For this spooky dress, I was inspired by the stunning black and white gown worn by Katrina Crane (née Van Tassel) in Tim Burton’s Sleepy Hollow. The costume designer for the movie (and […]
We’re rounding out our annual Halloween Extravaganza with this adorable (and very easy!) harlequin costume. Costume Resources Skipper Bodysuit pattern (available to Patreon members) Harlequin diamond print fabric (we used the modern jersey substrate) Harlequin Hat Chiffon pompoms Harlequin Neck Ruffle Fishnet tights Corset (or you can use the Waspie Corset Belt) Harlequin Hat Follow […]
Follow the yellow brick road to more Halloween Extravaganza fun with our creative hacks of the Patsy Blouse, Charm Circle Skirt, and Stanwyck Skirt bib to create this lovely Dorothy costume! We love taking our existing patterns and reusing them in fun new ways (like we did for our Wicked Witch of the West costume)! […]