The wiggle dress by gretchen hirsch, gerties new book for. Aug 25, 2012 i look forward to catching up, and to giving my sewing room the cleaningout it needs so i can get started again. An extension of the blog, gerties new book for better sewing is a. May 30, 2014 as a little treat to myself, i bought gerties new book for better sewing, which has reams of glorious patterns plus plenty of room for alterations. Neuware gretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, an in demand sewing teacher and creatorwriter of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. Then, inexplicably, i put in on the shelf and didnt touch it until this week. Every vintageobsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. The under arm gussets intrigued me and i wanted to try making them. Gretchen gertie hirsch is the author of gerties new book for better sewing. 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. When i got gerties book last year new book for better sewing i was so thrilled with it. Sewing gerties day dress from her ultimate dressbook.
Part beginner sewing manual, part guide to vintage fashion, gertie s new book for better sewing. The blog began as a way for readers to follow gretchens progress as she. Sep 08, 20 i have finished my version of gertie s wiggle dress. Wiggle dress with underarm gussets, princess seams and darting, back vent. We love it, and were so excited to have it in hand. A passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. We asked gretchen to tell us a little more about the book and about her other projects, including new patterns and classes, a coat sewalong and more.
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. 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. For another project i had bought myself gerties ultimate dressbook so i chose to make a dress out of that book. In the end, the idea of a fresh start was really appealing. Gerties new book for better sewing a modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques book. I am also glad i made it because i realized that i needed to cut a size smaller if it was going to look right. Jun 27, 2014 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. Pattern taken from gerties new book for better sewing did it look like the photodrawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it. 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. I wanted the dress to have a definite retro vibe but still not too dressed up. An extension of the blog, gertie s new book for better sewing. Wiggle dress from gertie s new book for better sewing. Pattern taken from gertie s new book for better sewing did it look like the photodrawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it.
Before the release of the book, gertie posted this dress on her blog. Cant wait to start a few new projects once we are in the new house. If your a lady who loves to wear dresses this is the book for you. Gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch drape drape 3 by hisako sato drape drape by hisako. 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 for better sewing. After 10 years of sewing secrets, stories and good times theres a new blog in town. I actually made a muslin of the wiggle dress from gerties new book of better sewing and i really love it. I made the muslin and learned how to do two new techniques underarm gussets and a vent in the back of the skirt. Gertie s new book for better sewing is a fun, new pattern book, featuring sewing patterns that embody author gretchen hirsch s fresh take on vintage style. Its not an absolute mustbuy for me because im not particularly a wearer of vintage fashion, even if i do like to look at and check out old patterns. Gerties new book for better sewing gretchen hirsch bok. Nov, 2012 i actually made a muslin of the wiggle dress from gerties new book of better sewing and i really love it.
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. Gerties ultimate dress book basic bodice fitting duration. I will definitely be looking for your book release a wiggle dress is just what. Gerties new book for better sewing a modern guide to couture style sewing using basic vintage techniques by gretchen hirsch, sun young park available in hardcover on, also read synopsis agretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate. Gerties new book for better sewing tilly and the buttons. It is a sewing book for those interested in sewing vintage, heavily inspired by the book that started out gerties blog, once upon a time, vogues new book for better sewing from 1952. Im a beginner at sewing and want to create a business in sewing and i think gerties book will really help me, the inspirational patterns and how she writes is. Please consider subscribing if you would like to support our free sewing education and also receive killer exclusive content. It s hard to believe that it s been a decade since i started gertie s new blog for better sewing. Gerties new book for better sewing redhandled scissors. While i labeled this the wiggle dress from gerties new book for better sewing, thats not strictly true. I look forward to catching up, and to giving my sewing room the cleaningout it needs so i can get started again. Gretchen hirsh has made the art of the vintage dress available in her new book.
It is always fun to get sewingbooks because they inspire. 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. Jan 26, 2012 i will definitely be looking for your book release a wiggle dress is just what my wardrobe needs. I traced out the pencil skirt pattern last night with every intention of cutting the cheapish floral poplin id bought for a wearable muslin. The inside seams are sergered, except for the facing, which i applied a bias tape to. After making a muslin of the emery dress a few weeks back, i fell in love with the bodice fit. As a little treat to myself, i bought gerties new book for better sewing, which has reams of glorious patterns plus plenty of room for alterations. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques. Conducting experiments in dressmaking, pattern drafting, upholstery and other crafts. Gerties new book for better sewing news ray stitch. Thats definitely a wiggle dress complete with fitted armpits.
Jan 19, 20 one of the two books i got this past christmas was gerties new book for better sewing. Gerties new book for better sewing hardcover abrams. The second part of the book is absolutely amazing the garments. It is a strange looking muslin because it is not muslin colored. Im sure most, if not all of you, know about gerties new blog for better sewing and so you already know that her book, gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. Its hard to believe that its been a decade since i started gertie s new blog for better sewing. The wiggle dress from gerties new book for better sewing. 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. I have made the portrait blouse, the pencil skirt and the bow tie blouse.
It is also a stylish, spirited pattern book featuring 14 customisable wardrobe essentials inspired by vogues new book for better sewing, many shown in several different variations, for a total of 25 projects. I took attendees through all the ins and outs of the new charm patterns preorder for the stanwyck skirt and the hepburn top. In the meantime, i received the most wonderful shipment in the mail. Oct 07, 2012 thanks kelly my husband will love your comment, hes always telling me im too hard on myself. 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. How to sew the best dress in the room paperback by. Charm patterns vintage glamour for the modern sewist. My very own copy of gertie s new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch.
Sew,mama,sew congratulations on the book, gerties new book for better sewing. I love gertie s suggestions on style and technique. Thank you all so much for your willingness to learn about this new venture and to give us your feedback. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties sewing hirsch, gretchen, park, sun young on. Its hard to believe that its been a decade since i started gerties new blog 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. A lot of you went gaga over this taffeta skirt from vogues 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. 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. 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. Projects range from a pencil skirt and portrait blouse to a wiggle dress and suit jacket. After all it was my fault the first time for not consulting the size chart and. Charming gertie vintage sewing starlet gretchen gertie.
Ive attempted four items the pencil skirt, strapless bodice, aline skirt, and basic. I will definitely be looking for your book release a wiggle dress is just what my wardrobe needs. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties sewing at. When i got gertie s book last year new book for better sewing i was so thrilled with it. Although i think underarm gussets are ugly and distract from the overall construction flow of many garments in that theyre not long, curvy lines, they do keep the silhouette of said garments pleasing. So far, i have made the portrait blouse and the pencil skirt, but i intend to make everything in the future.
A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gertie s sewing hirsch, gretchen, park, sun young on. There are a lot of nice pictures and patterns in it. 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. Gretchen gertie hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, an in demand sewing teacher and creatorwriter of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. The book begins with all the essential techniques for dressmaking and includes instructions and patterns for 23 dresses for a variety of occasions. Gerties wiggle dress, or how i almost ruined my parents dining room table this is actually the second wiggle dress i made, the first one quickly became one of my favorite dresses for going out, so i decided to make another one in wool. An extension of the blog, gerties new book for better sewing. I love this bodice much more than the classes pattern. I wish i could wear wiggle dresses but they look so wrong on me, which is maybe why i cling to my. I wasnt going to do the facings at all and switch to bias binding, but in the end, i just didnt want to deviate.
Gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. Despite my continued reservations about the patterns in gerties new book for better sewing, im glad that this pattern got sewn up. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. 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. Gerties new book for better sewing a modern guide to. I considered myself an experienced dress maker, but in this book, i found so many new ideas and techniques to try out. Ive got the gertie sewing book so watch out for some more retro cool. I wanted to include a glam sheathwiggle dress, but then i spiced it up a bit with a sweetheart neckline. Also, it looks great with my new leather gloves and a little jacket.
A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties 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. All these positive comments on the wiggle dress indicate that yes he is right again. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gerties sewing spi by hirsch, gretchen isbn. Timeless patterns are shared to give you the inside info and techniques for making 23 vintage dresses. All of the projects are modelled by charming gertie, who has the proportions.
Oct 05, 2012 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. Though her pattern is the inspiration, this dress is actually a mashup of christine haynes emery dress bodice and gerties pencil skirt. Sep 23, 2017 this is one of my favourite sewing books ever. Gerties butterick 5814 dress aka the ladybird dress complete apart from the hem of course. It is also a stylish, spirited pattern book featuring 14 customisable wardrobe essentials inspired by vogue s new book for better sewing, many shown in several different variations, for a total of 25 projects. Its not an absolute mustbuy for me because im not particularly a wearer of vintage fashion, even if i. My very own copy of gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. Sep 18, 2012 the second part of the book is absolutely amazing the garments. How to add bust padding to a dress gerties yellow dress 2. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques by gretchen hirsch hardback, 2012 at the best online prices at ebay. Gerties new book for better sewing gretchen hirsch. The website stated in stock so i didnt think it would be on the way for a week. Going through gerties book the wiggle dress caught my eye. The patterns span from a basic full circle skirt through to pencil with variations.
My second animal outfit one of the two books i got this past christmas was gerties new book for better sewing. Pink floral wiggle dress gerties new blog for better sewing. Dec 19, 2012 it is a sewing book for those interested in sewing vintage, heavily inspired by the book that started out gerties blog, once upon a time, vogues new book for better sewing from 1952. 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. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques gertie s sewing spi by hirsch, gretchen isbn. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques hardcover by.
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