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I preordered it and got my copy a couple of weeks ago. Along with the patterns, you have everything you could need in order to make. The coat dress, p194 gertie s new book for better sewing. Gerties new book for better sewing news ray stitch. I was excited when she showed some of the clothes shed made from patterns in the book. I love gerties new blog for better sewing and i was excited when she announced that she was writing a sewing book. Ive been going back and forth in my head for over a year now about whether or not to buy gertie s new book for better sewing. A modern guide to couture style sewing using basic vintage techniques has the look of being only suitable for those with a taste of the vintageesque, it s actually wonderful as a stepping off point for all dressmakers, no matter what their style. Gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch.
Gerties ultimate dress book gerties new book for better sewing. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques by gretchen hirsch is every bit as practical as it is pretty. This is the most versatile dress pattern youll ever own. Gerties new book for better sewing redhandled scissors. Please note that this is a preorder shipping around the end of the month and that you can order either pdf or printed patterns on heavy paper. 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. 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. Gerties new book for better sewing tilly and the buttons.
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The book begins with all the essential techniques for. Gretchen gertie hirsch is raising funds for charm patterns by gertie on kickstarter. Gretchen hirsch author of gerties new book for better. Gerties new book for better sewing gretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. Every vintageobsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. Sep 05, 2017 gretchen gertie hirsch is raising funds for charm patterns by gertie on kickstarter. The followup to the popular gertie s new book for better sewing and gertie sews vintage casual, gertie s ultimate dress book is packed with all the information and patterns you could ever need to create a wardrobe filled with stunning vintage frocks. Its hard to believe that its been a decade since i started gertie s new blog for better sewing. These are classic, mainly 1950s styles that gertie is known for wearing, inspired by vogue s new book for better sewing the book which her blog focused on in the beginning. Gretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. 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. In the end, the idea of a fresh start was really appealing. She writes the blog for better sewing, has her own line of patterns, patterns by gertie, for butterick, as well as having two fantastic books, gerties new book for better sewing, and gertie sews vintage casual. Gretchen teaches sewing in new york city and around the country, is the creator of a new line of sewing patterns from butterick, and the author of gerties new book for better sewing stc craft, fall 2012 sewist writer blogger teacher pattern maker influencer.
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. 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. Buy the hardcover book gerties new book for better sewing. An extension of the blog, gerties new book for better sewing. 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. 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.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. I traced out the pencil skirt pattern last night with every intention of cutting the cheapish floral poplin id bought for a wearable muslin. I bought gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch some months ago. Sep 18, 2012 the second part of the book is absolutely amazing the garments. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better. In case youve missed it on my other social media, i have big news. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gertie s sewing hirsch, gretchen, park, sun young on. After 10 years of sewing secrets, stories and good times there s a new blog in town. An extension of the blog, gertie s 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 gertie s spirited, modern stylemore. Sheets of patterns are in an envelope inside the front cover, each sheet is doubled sided.
Gertie s new book for better sewing gretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the web s most popular sewing blogs. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques, by gretchen hirsch aka gertie coat dress shirt dress full bust adjustment plus size sewing vintage closet pretty and cute. The coat dress, p194 gerties new book for better sewing. She is the creator of gertie s new blog for better sewing, one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. These are classic, mainly 1950s styles that gertie is known for wearing. If you read gerties new blog for better sewing, you already know that gretchen hirsch is all about teaching basic sewing skills that some of us guilty. I adore the flattering, vintageispired patterns that gertie designed for the book, and i cant wait to show off the portrait blouse that i made while. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better sewing.
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