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 Leader Melisha (and Assistant to the Assistant Troop Leader Naty) for a Zoom Sewing Circle! Hang out and sew, and show off what you're working on. Do...
2021-06-07 15:23:45 +0000 UTC View Post
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 we can offer a perfect fit to a range of A-H cup sizes. From there, we pursued the creation of a new block in sizes 18-34. As with every Charm Patter...
2021-06-04 21:59:39 +0000 UTC View PostHi 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 always loved about this Patreon community is that it has been devoid of the abrasiveness and combativeness that seems so prevalent elsewhere online. So...
2021-06-02 18:00:37 +0000 UTC View Post
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 Esther from start to finish, exclusively for patrons.
In this video installment, you’ll learn how and why to underline your bodice with power me...
2021-06-02 17:36:01 +0000 UTC View Post
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 learning curve, so we've made videos on sewing the Esther Swimsuit from start to finish, exclusively for patrons.
In this video installment, you’l...
2021-06-01 16:04:21 +0000 UTC View Post
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! So here on Patreon we are making this month's content all about swimwear.
Your exclusive pattern this month is an expansion for Esther, a...
2021-06-01 15:56:46 +0000 UTC View Post
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 Esther Swimsuit, which releases today on the Charm Patterns site.
No...
2021-06-01 15:24:27 +0000 UTC View Post
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 peek at one of our guest models we used for the shoot! His name is Giant Flamingo. (That's how the box he came in was labeled and it was not a joke). Fo...
2021-05-31 20:18:52 +0000 UTC View Post
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 give you a hint about one of the upcoming patterns!
It's named after the amazing Joyce Bryant, because photographs of her have been a major i...
2021-05-28 15:51:29 +0000 UTC View Post
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.
I also wanted to mention that we've been hearing from lots of scouts that they're still waiting for badges from previous months, even though they've ...
2021-05-27 19:46:59 +0000 UTC View Post
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
Time: May 27, 2021 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
2021-05-27 15:10:37 +0000 UTC View Post
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 join, just click the image at the top of this post!
xoxo,
Gertie
2021-05-20 14:57:53 +0000 UTC View Post
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 be presenting my inspiration and the development process for this month's project, the Gardner Top. There will be time for a Q&A at the end.
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 start to finish.
Hope you love the video! Don't forget to download the pattern and instructions in my separate post.
xoxo,
Gerti...
2021-05-01 14:02:00 +0000 UTC View Post
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 scandalous. The clean-finish collar (no facings! no bias binding!) offers a polished look. It pairs perfectly with the Lucille Trousers (Patreon, March 2021), ...
2021-05-01 14:01:02 +0000 UTC View Post
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 is?
In preparation for tomorrow, make sure your credit card info is up-to-date if you pay month-to-month! That way you won't miss anything...
2021-04-30 21:17:54 +0000 UTC View Post
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
Time: Apr 28, 2021 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
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.
To join, just click the image at the top of this post!
xoxo,
Gertie
2021-04-23 15:58:00 +0000 UTC View Post
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 inspiration and the development process for this month's project, the Skipper Bodysuit. There will be time for a Q&A at the end. As always, the Cr...
2021-04-19 15:03:39 +0000 UTC View Post
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 getting through this post: the most meta of badges!
1. March (pants) merit badges were mailed by March 31st (with an exception to the $16 ti...
2021-04-08 14:16:26 +0000 UTC View Post
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 elastic casing, a simple knit neckline finish, a snap crotch closure, and more!
Hope you love the video! Don't forget to download the pattern an...
2021-04-01 14:24:25 +0000 UTC View Post
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 bodysuit or dress. Skipper has a wide scoop neckline and the option of elasticized puff sleeves or cap sleeves. The dress option has a straight skirt t...
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 (though it definitely works for a variety of climates).
Check back tomorrow morning for all the photos, a brand new video, and downloadable...
2021-03-31 16:25:39 +0000 UTC View Post
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
Time: Mar 27, 2021 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
Hello campers! I wanted to give you some updates on merit badge shipping for this month and going forward. A few things:
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 will be recorded and you can watch the re-play anytime after the event has ended.
To join, just click the image at the top of this post!
<... 2021-03-25 14:15:08 +0000 UTC View PostHi 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 presenting my inspiration and the development process for this month's project, the Lucille Trousers. And we'll also have a guest appearance from Co...
2021-03-18 20:46:37 +0000 UTC View Post
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 features design elements such as a contrast yoke or a front pocket, a dramatic collar and lapel, optional piping, and our signature cuffed “bicep-hugging...
2021-03-15 16:27:39 +0000 UTC View Post
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 m) and corrected the size key on the pattern files.
Surprise! Meet the Presley Shirt, our very first menswear pattern...
2021-03-15 16:27:18 +0000 UTC View Post
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 more! And as always, you'll get a start to finish look at how to sew this pattern. That includes sewing the slant pocket, front pleats, cuff, wa...
2021-03-01 14:58:37 +0000 UTC View Post