Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing: - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing: write by Gretchen Hirsch. This book was released on 2012-09-01. Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing: available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Sheets of patterns are in an envelope inside the front cover, each sheet is doubled sided.
Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses
Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses write by Gretchen Hirsch. This book was released on 2019-04-09. Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. “Gretchen ‘Gertie’ Hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a sought-after sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the web’s most popular sewing blogs.” —Creativebug Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses is Gretchen Hirsch’s modern reinvention of this simple idea, focusing on easily mastered sewing skills, minimal pattern pieces, and fabulous designs. And the best part? Readers will end up with a sparkling wardrobe of easy-to-wear, fun-to-style dresses that will fill busy modern lives with retro charm. Chapters include: Supplies and Tools Fabrics Getting Ready to Sew Dress Construction: The Basics Dress Construction: Essential Skills Trims and Flourishes Fitting In the ’50s and ’60s, Simplicity released their popular line of Jiffy sewing patterns, which had minimal pattern pieces and simple constructions, yet were chic enough for fashion-conscious customers. This approach appeals now more than ever as stylish women are continuously looking for ways to fit their love of sewing into busy lives filled with family, work, school, and countless other obligations. With the lessons offered here, you can make a Popover Dress, Chemise Dress, Swirl Dress, Boatneck Dress, and Patio Dress. Everything you need is included: pattern maps, finished garment measurements, and more. Hirsch writes in her introduction, “So why did I write this book? Because I want to show that it’s possible to cultivate real sewing skills without spending days or even weeks on a project. Sewing more projects means more practice!” The vintage aesthetic of these projects will appeal to beginner and expert crafters alike. They stand on their own as great examples of retro fashion. They aren’t just simple sewing projects. So, don’t wait. Start sewing!
Gertie's Ultimate Dress Book
Gertie's Ultimate Dress Book - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Gertie's Ultimate Dress Book write by Gretchen Hirsch. This book was released on 2016-03-08. Gertie's Ultimate Dress Book available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Every vintage-obsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. The follow-up 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. The book begins with all the essential techniques for dressmaking and includes instructions and patterns for 23 dresses for a variety of occasions. Elements of each pattern can be mixed and matched, allowing readers to customize the bodice, skirt, sleeves, pockets, and details of each dress for a truly unique creation.
Gertie Sews Vintage Casual
Gertie Sews Vintage Casual - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Gertie Sews Vintage Casual write by Gretchen Hirsch. This book was released on 2014-09-16. Gertie Sews Vintage Casual available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. The mid-20th century was an amazing time for American women's fashion! Following the war, women started looking to American designers rather than French couture houses for inspiration and to demand clothing they could move in, even play in. In this follow-up to Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing, Gretchen "Gertie" Hirsch celebrates the classic casual styles that icons like Katharine Hepburn, Audrey Hepburn, and Rosie the Riveter made famous--think wide-legged trousers, fitted capri pants, beach rompers, shorts, knit tops, jeans, and day dresses. In Part I, Hirsch introduces key techniques for sportswear construction--from working with knit fabrics to the intricacies of pant-making--and in Part II, she showcases a 30-plus-piece vintage-inspired casual wardrobe.
Gertie's New Fashion Sketchbook
Gertie's New Fashion Sketchbook - read free eBook in online reader or directly download on the web page. Select files or add your book in reader. Download and read online ebook Gertie's New Fashion Sketchbook write by Gretchen Hirsch. This book was released on 2015-09-08. Gertie's New Fashion Sketchbook available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. "STC Craft, A Melanie Falick book" -- Title page.
