A charming introduction to the thrill of creating something with fabric and thread. Part beginner sewing manual, part guide to vintage fashion, gerties new book for better sewing. I tried out a new platform for a live stream yesterday and it was amazing. Gertie hirsch, creater of the popular blog gerties new blog for. If so, im glad you stopped by and hope that something has inspired you to keep your needle moving. Dont miss a single project and subscribe via email here. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. The blog began as a way for readers to follow hirschs progress. Free download gerties ultimate dress book is packed with all the information and patterns you could ever need to create a wardrobe filled with stunning vintage frocks. Gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch, 9781584799917, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties sewing hirsch, gretchen, park, sun young on. The second part of the book is absolutely amazing the garments. Portrait blouse from gerties new book for better sewing via makezine make zine shared an excerpt from gerties new book for better sewing way back in 2012. Gerties new book for better sewing pdf, gerties new book for better sewing book.
Please consider subscribing if you would like to support our free sewing education and also receive killer exclusive content. Blog by gertie page 3 of 24 international sewing starlet. The popover dress from my new book gertie sews jiffy dresses has been such a hit that i decided to make a video tutorial to help you alongespecially if youre new to sewing. The book is filled with tips and tricks for perfecting sewing techniques, patternmaking, and creating a perfect fit, making it a welcome addition to any sewing library. I took attendees through all the ins and outs of the new charm patterns preorder for the stanwyck skirt and the hepburn top. She is the creator of gerties new blog for better sewing. You may know gertie from her books, pattern line of retro designs for. Due to lack of time, i just winged it with this one and went muslinfree. Whip up a gorgous new dress using our free pattern download from gretchen hirsch. All the projects are great, and the layout of the book is really easy to use and navigate. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gertie s sewing spi by hirsch, gretchen isbn. Gretchen gertie hirsch is author of gerties new book for better sewing and gertie sews vintage casual.
Although many of the patterns were inspired by vogues new book for better sewing, gerties added touch gives these pieces a vintage and couture look. Sew mama sew gerties new book for better sewing is a fun, new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author gretchen hirschs fresh take on vintage style. Download one of the free kindle apps to start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, and computer. In the end, the idea of a fresh start was really appealing. The followup to the popular gerties new book for better sewing and gertie sews vintage casual, gerties ultimate dress book is packed with all the information and patterns you could ever need to create a wardrobe filled with stunning vintage frocks. The free pattern and instructions are still available to make this wardrobe staple blouse. I look forward to catching up, and to giving my sewing room the cleaningout it needs so i can get started again. Im sure if you read sewing blogs, you have come across the awesome gertie, or gretchen hirsch, whose excellent new blog for better sewing is a great resource for all things vintage ahd homesewn. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties sewing at. Gretchen hirsch, author of gerties new book for better sewing sewing is a skill thats both fun and functional, and theres. I was lucky enough to be able to pick one out to share with you all.
Vogues new book for better sewing vogue pattern service on. Our own haley piersoncox actually made this top in green polka dots. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques by gretchen hirsch is every bit as practical as it is pretty. While youre there, download a free copy of ivy and inky the butterfly. As you may have already guessed, i used yet another pattern from gerties new book for better sewing. Her book, gerties new book for better sewing, a modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques was published in 2002. I have her first book, gerties new book for better. Starting my independent pattern line charm patterns meant i needed a new online home, and i debated a lot about what to do with this blog. After 10 years of sewing secrets, stories and good times theres a new blog in town. A muchanticipated followup to gerties new book for better sewing featuring modern updates of the sportswear styles of the 1940s and 1950s, plus an illustrated to guide to all of the techniques needed to create them todayfrom one of the most popular an. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gertie s sewing hirsch, gretchen, park, sun young on.
A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties sewing. I was going to make it in cotton gingham, as the book suggested. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Ive been going back and forth in my head for over a year now about whether or not to buy gerties new book for better sewing. Do you dream of creating couturelike garments that are meant to last. New book for better sewing, gerties ultimate dress book, and gertie sews jiffy. Reviews are such a mixed bag, most people seem to love it but there have been people who have noted serious issues with the drafting of the patterns, problems with fit, etc, which is why i keep talking myself out of taking the plunge i dont want to. Click here to get your free project plan worksheet to help you plan for your next sewing. Download the pdf pattern book excerpt for the portrait. The blog began as a way for readers to follow hirschs progress as she stitched all 14 fashions from the iconic 1950s sewing book vogues new book. I chose the portrait blouse because its a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut. A passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs.
Download now a charming introduction to the thrill of creating something with fabric and thread. Its hard to believe that its been a decade since i started gerties new blog for better sewing. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Gretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better sewing 1950s fashion diy fashion vintage fashion vintage style 1950s style fashion hair fashion sewing mode pin up circle skirt dress the darling retro portrait blouse download the pattern for free, and sew your own. Gerties new book for better sewing is a fun new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author gretchen hirschs fresh take on vintage style. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better sewing make. Sewing books for beginners gerties new book for better. Every vintageobsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. Charm patterns vintage glamour for the modern sewist. She has a pattern line with butterick and a fabric line with fabric traditions. Gretchen hirsch, author of gertie s new book for better sewing sewing is a skill thats both fun and functional, and theres no better way to get started than with jolly miss patch.
The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better. How to sew advanced sewing books the seasoned homemaker. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties sewing spi by hirsch, gretchen isbn. An extension of the blog, gerties new book for better sewing is a hardworking reference title packed with lessons on couture techniques and customization, as well as an inimitable pattern collection featuring 25 wardrobe essentials and variations inspired by vintage fashion and gerties spirited, modern style. Gertie is always fun and charmingive had the pleasure of meeting her at local nyc sewing events and at the craft and hobby association trade show during the release of her first book, gerties new book for better sewingand im delighted to report that her new show feels just as warm and approachable as she does in person. These are classic, mainly 1950s styles that gertie is known for wearing, inspired by vogues new book for better sewing the book which her blog focused on in the beginning. The lessons in the beginning of the book provide the foundation to create versatile dresses, skirts, and blouses. Its hard to believe that its been a decade since i started gertie s new blog for better sewing. Dont forget you can find the full line up of free online sewing classes here. Gertie s new book for better sewing is a fun new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author gretchen hirschs fresh take on vintage style. The dj is also in very good condition and is wrapped in a brodart sleeve. Gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. A modern guide to couture style sewing using basic vintage techniques is a hardworking reference book, packed with techniques our greatgrandmothers could have done in their sleep but have been forgotten over the decades, all shown in step by step photographed and illustrated tutorials. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gertie s sewing.
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