Hi all! I hope you're enjoying the Esther Swimsuit. I can't wait to see you bathing beauties in your makes! As always, we also have some fun live events planned for you:
Thursday, June 17 at 5:00 pm EST: Join Assistant Troop...
2021-06-07 15:23:45 +0000 UTC
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We have been working behind the scenes to bring forth our expanded size range, and I wanted to offer a look into the process. We recently finalized our cup size expansion, testing extensively and incorporating our community’s feedback to be sure...
2021-06-04 21:59:39 +0000 UTC
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Hi scouts! Now that the excitement of yesterday’s launch is behind us, I wanted to take a moment to remind us all of the Charm Scout Laws, especially this one: “A Charm Scout is kind and cheerful, especially online.”
One thing I’ve a...
2021-06-02 18:00:37 +0000 UTC
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Hello bathing beauties! Are you ready to dive into swimwear? I know that making your own bathing suit can be a bit of a learning curve (especially when it has as much structure and support as our Esther Swimsuit), so we've made videos on sewing Es...
2021-06-02 17:36:01 +0000 UTC
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Updated June 14, 2021: Per your feedback, we have adjusted the music levels on the video. Hope you enjoy!
Ready to earn your merit badge in swimwear techniques? I know that making your own bathing suit can be a bit of a lear...
2021-06-01 16:04:21 +0000 UTC
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Happy June, patrons! As you may have already seen, we've just released two fabulous new Charm Patterns. You all have been asking for a bathing suit pattern for years now, so I hope you'll be excited to know that one of them is the Esther Swimsuit!...
2021-06-01 15:56:46 +0000 UTC
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Exciting news! As you know, patrons in the $7 tier and above receive one free Charm Patterns PDF at some point during the year (which we count as February 1st to January 31st here on Patreon). This year's free PDF pattern is the 2021-06-01 15:24:27 +0000 UTC
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Hi patrons! Here it is, your sneak peek! (As a reminder, please do not share any of this exclusive content to Facebook or another social media sites. It's just for you patrons!)
This month, I thought I'd give you a little pe...
2021-05-31 20:18:52 +0000 UTC
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Hi princesses! As you have probably heard by now, we are releasing TWO new Charm Patterns on Tuesday, June 1st, in addition to your regular monthly Patreon content. Because princesses get additional sneak peeks throughout the year, I wanted to giv...
2021-05-28 15:51:29 +0000 UTC
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Hi everyone! Have you missed my regular merit badge updates? I just wanted to let you know that all badges have been sent for this month! Please allow at least a month (especially if you're international) for your May collar badge to arrive.
2021-05-27 19:46:59 +0000 UTC
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Hi everyone! Here's the invite for the troop meeting on Zoom:
Gertie is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Zoom Troop Meeting
Ti...
2021-05-27 15:10:37 +0000 UTC
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So excited to see you all tonight at 5:00 pm EST to discuss the inspiration behind this month's pattern, the Gardner Top!
As always, the Crowdcast will be recorded and you can watch the re-play anytime after the event has ended.
To joi...
2021-05-20 14:57:53 +0000 UTC
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Hi all! I hope you're enjoying the Gardner Top. Can't wait to see your makes! As always, we also have some fun live events planned for you:
Thursday, May 20 at 5:00 pm EST: Join me for a Crowdcast webinar! As always, I will ...
2021-05-11 16:00:22 +0000 UTC
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This month we're tackling collars with the Gardner Top! In this month's video, I'll show you how to perfectly sew a collar for this beautiful yoked top. We'll also talk fabric choices, seam finishes, and more! Join me as I sew this project from st...
2021-05-01 14:02:00 +0000 UTC
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Meet the Gardner Top! Named after the fabulous Ava Gardner, this dazzling yoke top can be dressed up or down depending on your mood. Go with a lace yoke for more coverage, or make it in a sheer tulle or fishnet if you're feeling a little scandalou...
2021-05-01 14:01:02 +0000 UTC
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Whew, another month gone by! And you know what that means: tomorrow morning I'll be launching the May project. I don't want to give too much away, but I can tell you that it was named for the gorgeous lady in the photo above! What do you think it ...
2021-04-30 21:17:54 +0000 UTC
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Hi all! Here's the invite for the troop meeting on Zoom:
Gertie is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Zoom Troop Meeting
2021-04-28 14:37:44 +0000 UTC
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Tonight!! Join us at 5:00 pm EST to discuss the inspiration behind this month's pattern, the Skipper Bodysuit and Dress!
As always, the Crowdcast will be recorded and you can watch the re-play anytime after the event has ended.
T...
2021-04-23 15:58:00 +0000 UTC
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Hi everyone! I hope you're enjoying the new pattern! As always, we also have some fun live events planned for you:
Friday, April 23 at 5:00 pm EST: Join me for a Crowdcast webinar! As always, I will be presenting my inspirat...
2021-04-19 15:03:39 +0000 UTC
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Hi campers! There (understandably) still seems to be a bit of confusion about the merit badge situation, so please give this post a careful read if you have questions. And yes, I am considering giving us all a merit badge in merit badges just for ...
2021-04-08 14:16:26 +0000 UTC
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Advance your knit sewing skills with Skipper! In this month's video, I show you how to make the Skipper Bodysuit with puff sleeves from start to finish. Learn some fit adjustment techniques, choosing the right fabric, sewing the sleeve with elasti...
2021-04-01 14:24:25 +0000 UTC
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UPDATED 02/14/2024: Skipper is now available in our full size range! Get the files for the 2-20 and 18-34 (A-H Cups) pattern below.
Meet Barbie’s sassy little sister, Skipper! This fabulous knit pattern can be made as a b...
2021-04-01 14:24:09 +0000 UTC
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Legs on the menu! You all are always way too good at guessing my surprises, so I'm having to get stingier and stingier with my sneak peeks. Tomorrow's project brings you a fab new silhouette with tons of options and some fun warm-weather styling (...
2021-03-31 16:25:39 +0000 UTC
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Hi all! Here's the invite for the troop meeting on Zoom:
Gertie is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: 3/27 Charm Scout Troop Meeting
2021-03-27 15:53:03 +0000 UTC
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Hello campers! I wanted to give you some updates on merit badge shipping for this month and going forward. A few things:
- Please make sure your address is up to date and complete in your Patreon profile! Many patr...
2021-03-26 16:42:33 +0000 UTC
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Today's the day! Join us at 5:00 pm EST for this month's Crowdcast presentation. I'll be discussing the Lucille Trousers and then guest designer Collin Riley will be joining us to present the Presley Shirt.
As always, the Crowdcast wil...
2021-03-25 14:15:08 +0000 UTC
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Hi campers! I hope you're loving all the new content this month! As always, we also have some fun live events planned for you:
Thursday, March 25th at 5:00 pm EST: Join me for a Crowdcast webinar! As always, I will be presen...
2021-03-18 20:46:37 +0000 UTC
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Get out your blue suede shoes, and get ready to do the Jailhouse Rock! Sew a midcentury-inspired open-collar sport shirt with this new pattern, inspired by the king himself, Elvis Presley. You can’t help falling in love with a shirt that feature...
2021-03-15 16:27:39 +0000 UTC
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Edit 3/29: Hi patrons! I just uploaded new files to this post to correct two minor errors/typos. No need to reprint anything! I corrected an error in the yardage chart (45" fabric for sizes XL-4X meter amount was incorrect; should read 2.8...
2021-03-15 16:27:18 +0000 UTC
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Not only are we sewing glamorous trousers, we're also on an educational journey here at Camp Gertie! In this month's video, I go over the most common pant alterations including crotch length adjustments, inseam adjustments, omitting the pleat, and...
2021-03-01 14:58:37 +0000 UTC
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