A passionate home seamstress, a soughtafter sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs. A day in the life of gretchen hirsch gerties new blog. Gretchen hirsch author of gerties new book for better sewing. Events and workshops announcing the 2020 beacon dressmaking retreats. 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. In the end, the idea of a fresh start was really appealing. This unforgettable vintage stunner is perfect for summer parties and socials. Gretchen hirsch developed this book after her blog gertie s new blog for better sewing was a hit she had posted her progress of the 14 styles in vogue s new book for better sewing along with tutorials and solid photography. I was a childrens book editor and worked at some of the. Gerties new book for better sewing post navigation memademay. Gretchen hirsch developed this book after her blog gerties new blog for better sewing was a hit she had posted her progress of the 14 styles in vogues.
Gretchen hirsch is the author of gerties new book for better sewing 4. 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. I hope this little video will give you a sense of the scale of this project. A modern guide to couturestyle sewing using basic vintage techniques, by gretchen hirsch aka gertie. After 10 years of sewing secrets, stories and good times theres a new blog in town.
A modern guide to couture style sewing using basic vintage techniques is a hardworking. Gerties new book for better sewing gretchen hirsch. Gerties new book for better sewing by gretchen hirsch. Gerties new book for better sewing 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. In the meantime, i received the most wonderful shipment in the mail. From the creator of one of the webs most popular sewing blogs, gretchen hirsch, comes gerties new book for better sewing stc craft a melanie falick book 2012. A day in the life of gretchen hirsch gerties new blog for better sewing. The introduction begins with the story of how she began her sewing blogger. Sep 05, 2012 some of us in the spoonflower office are very into pretty dressesespecially the vintage kindso when we realized this morning that gerties new book for better sewing, the much anticipated title from talented sewist gretchen hirsch and author of gerties new blog for better sewing, had finally been released for sale, we snapped up a couple of copies quick. It s hard to believe that it s been a decade since i started gertie s new blog for better sewing. I was lucky enough to be able to pick one out to share with you all. The blog began as a way for readers to follow gretchens progress as she made her way through all fourteen fashions from her favourite 1950s sewing book.
A blog for people who love sewing, retro fashion, cats, and feminism. Gerties new book for better sewing giveaway spoonflower blog. 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 style. Writing her sewing blog was the start of a whole new, exciting. Gretchen gertie hirsch is the author of gerties new book for better sewing, gertie sews vintage casual, and gerties new fashion sketchbook.
She teaches sewing classes and contributesto many sewing publications. Sewing books for beginners gerties new book for better. Its hard to believe that its been a decade since i started gerties new blog fo. 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 second part of the book is absolutely amazing the garments. If you end up using this pattern, id love to see pics of the finished top. 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. She is the creator of gerties new blog for better sewing, one of the webs most popular sewing blogs.
I doubt theres anyone in internet sewing land who doesnt know and adore gertie. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better sewing. The first thing to note is that this book is very much about gertie. 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. 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. Gerties new book for better sewing, a modern guide to. Every vintageobsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. See more ideas about sewing, sewing hacks and sewing tutorials. 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. Gerties new book for better sewing gerties sewing by. 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. 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. The box will be a sturdy outer container for the book and tissue. 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.
Charm patterns vintage glamour for the modern sewist. She has 15,000 blog subscribers and averages 45,000 unique monthly visitors and 350,000 monthly page views. Gerties book includes her own 14 wardrobe essentials, inspired by the vogue book, and with examples of how to adapt. The portrait blouse, from gerties new book for better. Sep 23, 20 known for her sewing tutorials with a vintage twist, gretchen gertie hirsch covers key techniques and tips in her book gerties new book for better sewing stc craft, 2012. Gerties new book for better sewing with images coat. Just got the proofs for the forthcoming charm patterns night and day dress. Aug 22, 2015 searching for a sewing book as a beginner can be a big task.
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Sep 01, 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. Searching for a sewing book as a beginner can be a big task. Starting from her blog, gerties new book for better sewing is an extension of more techniques and styles. 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 a. 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. Gerties new book for better sewing news ray stitch. I chose the portrait blouse because its a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut. Gerties new book for better sewing giveaway spoonflower. Gertie s book includes her own 14 wardrobe essentials, inspired by the vogue book, and with examples of how to adapt.
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I chose the portrait blouse because it s a classic and many body shapes look good in this cut. Gerties new book for better sewing hardcover abrams. Gerties new book for better sewing gretchen hirsch bok. Wear your favorite dress and enjoy a couple hours of socializing and sewing talk. I traced out the pencil skirt pattern last night with every intention of cutting the cheapish floral poplin id bought for a wearable muslin. An extension of the blog, gertie s new book for better sewing. Posts about gerties new book for better sewing written by ebonyh. Gerties new book for better sewing tilly and the buttons. I look forward to catching up, and to giving my sewing room the cleaningout it needs so i can get started again. 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. 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. This is a standard security test that we use to prevent spammers from sending automated requests.
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