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Homecoming Skirt Pattern

Homecoming Skirt circle skirt and circle skirt gown sewing pattern from Charm Patterns by Gertie.

Isn’t she a dream? We’ve taken the classic vintage circle skirt and turned it into a fantasy ball gown for all of your prom and homecoming dreams. The Homecoming Skirt pattern comes in two lengths, with an optional asymmetrical spiral draped overlay for added drama. It is fully interchangeable with every Lamour-series bodice and also […]

Boardwalk Slim Skirt Pattern

Boardwalk Slim Skirt sewing pattern from Charm Patterns by Gertie

It’s not quite a pencil skirt, and it’s not quite a flared trumpet skirt…what is it?  It’s the Boardwalk Slim Skirt! With the swish of a bias-cut skirt (although it’s cut on the straight grain), this magical slim skirt has just enough flare for walking ease.  A Lamour-series expansion for the Boardwalk Sundress, it can […]

Boardwalk Sundress and Patio Skirt Pattern

Boardwalk Sundress and Patio Skirt vintage-inspired sewing pattern from Charm Patterns.

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 […]

Pep Rally Skirt Pattern

Pep Rally Skirt sewing pattern from Charm Patterns

Rah rah rah for the Pep Rally Skirt! This perfectly pleated wrap skirt comes in two lengths, with multiple options to personalize the styling and details. Live your schoolgirl fantasy in a short plaid skirt with the yoke cut on the bias, or choose a longer length and suspender straps for grown-up chic. This project […]

Extra Credit Wrap Skirt Pattern Expansion

Extra Credit Wrap Skirt expansion to create a wrap dress sewing pattern.

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 […]

Patsy Mutton Sleeve Expansion and Charm School Necktie Patterns

Patsy Mutton Sleeve expansion and Charm School Necktie sewing pattern from Charm Patterns.

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 […]

Charm School Uniform Pattern

Charm School Uniform sewing pattern by Charm Patterns by Gertie

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 […]

Hanukkah Appliqué Skirt Pattern

Rachel Petterson in the Hanukkah Skirt from Charm Patterns.

Happy Hanukkah from Charm Patterns! We are excited to share the Charm Patterns appliquéd Hanukkah Skirt with you! Created in partnership with Rachel Petterson from Pigs in Pajamas, this lovely circle skirt will have you celebrating the holiday in style! Resources Hanukkah Skirt appliqué files in SVG format (for your craft cutting machine) or PDF […]

Francie Skirt Pattern

Francie Skirt sewing pattern from Charm Patterns by Gertie

You loved this month’s cozy-comfy Francie Top and here’s a companion skirt! The Francie Skirt expands every top in our Barbie series and gives you so many options to create the perfect knit dress! With two different lengths, you can create a short skater skirt dress with the Skipper bodice, then make a matching longer A-line […]

Wanda Skirt Pocket Pattern Hack

Wanda Pencil Skirt Pocket hack tutorial

Trick or treat! It’s day 3 of this year’s Halloween Extravaganza, and you’ll need some place to put all your candy and treats this year, right? That means pockets! Who doesn’t need more pockets? I love adding pockets to everything, but it can be difficult to add pockets to a fitted garment like a pencil […]