Simple, classic, and elegant. What more could you want from this vintage-inspired Charm cardigan?
The Turner Cardigan is named after Lana Turner and is closely-fitted with either short sleeves or three-quarter sleeves. With a bit of negative...
2023-08-15 16:00:09 +0000 UTC
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Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I sew up the sultry Sophia Dress. It's a super easy & quick sew!
I'll be showing both the pencil skirt and full skirt versions in this video, with the optional sweetheart neckline detail....
2023-08-01 14:16:38 +0000 UTC
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This sexy and comfortable-as-your-own-skin knit dress is named after Sophia Loren, an Italian actress, singer, mother, and sex symbol for the ages.
It is an easy and quick make, with wide shoulder straps (to hide those bra straps!) and an op...
2023-08-01 14:16:27 +0000 UTC
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"Everything you see, I owe to spaghetti."
Tomorrow's pattern release was inspired by this Italian screen goddess and her famous quote (apocryphally attributed).
You'll love wearing this simple-yet-sultry garment while in...
2023-07-31 14:00:07 +0000 UTC
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Hello lovelies! I'm excited to see you tonight for the Barbara Bodice Crowdcast.
Please join me today (Tuesday, July 25th) at 6:00 pm EST. (Click the hype...
2023-07-25 13:27:43 +0000 UTC
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Hello Society Members, and happy Barbie movie release day! I'm excited to connect with you next week for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will be sharing some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Barbara Bodice.
Please join me on Tue...
2023-07-21 16:41:40 +0000 UTC
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We’re continuing the Barbie theme this month with the Millicent Skirt! This full circle skirt has swingy box pleats and is compatible with the Lamour mix-and-match patterns.
Live your dream girl fantasy by combining it with the Barbara Bod...
2023-07-15 12:00:06 +0000 UTC
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Hi Barbie! I hope to see you for a Zoom Sewing Circle this evening at 6:00 pm EST. Here is the invite:
Gertie is inviting you to a s...
2023-07-13 14:09:29 +0000 UTC
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Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I sew up the Barbara Bodice, paired with a Lamour-series skirt (sneak peek alert!). You'll learn:
- How to sew princess seams
- How to fully line a scoop-neck bodice
- How t...
2023-07-01 13:58:28 +0000 UTC
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Squeee! I’m so excited to share this dreamy Barbara Bodice with you!
Inspired by Barbara Millicent Roberts, (known to us all as Barbie), this is an updated-and-expanded version of a classic favorite from my design archive.
Fully line...
2023-07-01 13:57:44 +0000 UTC
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It's so hard to share this sneak peek without giving everything away! 😘
Tomorrow's pattern release is an updated version of a familiar favorite, and that's all I'm going to say! Put your guesses in the comments, and get ready to sew up th...
2023-06-30 13:57:05 +0000 UTC
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Hello Society Members! I'm excited to connect with you today for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will share some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Claudette Skirt.
Please join me today (Thursday, June 29th) at 2023-06-29 13:25:48 +0000 UTC
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Hello Society members! It's been a wild month here at Charm HQ. We've had our hands full between the Claudette Skirt release, the second issue of our digital magazine, sewing retreats happening in the studio, and some secret projects in the works....
2023-06-22 22:26:02 +0000 UTC
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Hello, lovelies!
We're dreaming of our summer vacations and the second issue of Vintage by Gertie magazine is all about our favorite sewing, lifestyle, and fashion for the summer. The magazine is exclusive to our Glamour, Princess, ...
2023-06-15 17:17:56 +0000 UTC
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We sold out our first order of the new Charm Pride t-shirt design, so we've ordered some more!
Our fabulous, limited-edition Sew With Pride tee features the original 1978 Pride flag on the front (famously designed and sewn by veteran Gilbert...
2023-06-09 14:08:34 +0000 UTC
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Look at this stunning (and easy-to-sew) knit skirt!
A knit skirt is always a great answer when you are looking for both comfort and style. But this isn’t just any knit skirt!
The Claudette Skirt mimics the glamorous ...
2023-06-01 14:00:10 +0000 UTC
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Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I sew up the Claudette Skirt. This is a very quick skirt to sew, so you'll be wearing this one in no time!
You'll learn:
- How to create a glamorous center front drape
- How ...
2023-06-01 14:00:10 +0000 UTC
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Tomorrow's pattern release is comfortable, glamorous, and a very quick sew.
This day-to-night, beach-to-red-carpet garment was inspired by the beautiful actress pictured above. (Do you know her name?)
Whatever could it be?
xoxo,<...
2023-05-31 20:41:38 +0000 UTC
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UPDATE: The password is ciao (all lowercase). See you lovelies soon!
Hello Society Members! I'm excited to connect with you tomorrow for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will share some inspiration and behind-the-scenes ...
2023-05-30 22:29:59 +0000 UTC
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We're in such a summer mood at Charm HQ, which means it's time for our Annual Summer Sale!
Click here and use the coupon code SUNSHINE for 20% off any Char...
2023-05-25 17:33:11 +0000 UTC
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Hello Society Members! I'm excited to connect with you next week for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will be sharing some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Gina Bustier.
Please join me on Wednesday, May 31st at 2023-05-25 16:40:39 +0000 UTC
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Have you seen? Charm has a new limited-edition t-shirt design!
Come show your pride with us! As a queer-owned small bus...
2023-05-19 19:00:03 +0000 UTC
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Hello, lovely!
Every season needs cute accessories, and I designed the perfect summer tote to take to the beach or for lounging by the pool. But it's not just for summer!
The Hattie Tote bag works wonderfully all year round for storing...
2023-05-15 13:44:50 +0000 UTC
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Hello, my lovely!
Come sew along with me as I create the Gina Bustier. In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to sew the lovely Gina from start to finish, and the skills in this video will work for both the waist-length and the midriff-len...
2023-05-01 14:40:35 +0000 UTC
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Va va voom! The sexy Gina Bustier was named after Gina Lollobrigida, an Italian actress, photographer, politician, and artist known as “The Most Beautiful Woman in the World.”
Perfect for summer, this boned bodice can be worn as a top, e...
2023-05-01 14:40:10 +0000 UTC
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My inspiration for tomorrow's pattern release came from "The Most Beautiful Woman in the World," and it's a stunner!
It's quite sexy, quite versatile, and quite couture-worthy (with some beautiful interior finishing techniques that you can a...
2023-04-30 13:26:21 +0000 UTC
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Hello Society Members! I'm excited to connect with you tomorrow for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will be sharing some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Elsa Culottes.
Please join me tomorrow (Tuesday, April 25th) at 2023-04-24 21:22:04 +0000 UTC
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Hello Society Members! I'm excited to connect with you next week for our monthly Crowdcast, where I will be sharing some inspiration and behind-the-scenes peeks at the Elsa Culottes.
Please join me on Tuesday, April 25th at 2023-04-21 20:25:19 +0000 UTC
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Hello, lovely!
You’ve been asking for a longer-sleeve addition to the darling Scout Dress, and here it is!
This three-quarter-length sleeve includes a bit of fullness leading into a period-correct cuff, which perfectly matches the ch...
2023-04-15 13:16:27 +0000 UTC
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Hello Society members! I hope to see you this evening for a Zoom Sewing Circle at 6:00 pm EST. Here is the invite:
Gertie is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
2023-04-07 13:52:36 +0000 UTC
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