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Gertie's new book!
DoggyGirl Intermediate TX USA Member since 10/15/06 Posts: 1248	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 8/25/12 11:56 AM I just got the new book by Gretchen Hirsch - "Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing". Like her blog "Gertie's New Blog for Better Sewing", it's written in her usual fun style. It looks to be full of good info, and even has several patterns included. I've only just started reading it, but I'm really enjoying it. Beth -- Edited on 8/25/12 12:08 PM --
Speech girl Intermediate GA USA Member since 5/11/03 Posts: 1658	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 8/25/12 1:50 PM Looks like a good book-- some lovely patterns. ------ Kim formerly mikkim http://girlwithatimemachine.wordpress.com/
poorpigling Advanced TX USA Member since 12/28/07 Posts: 10065	Login to reply to this post In reply to DoggyGirl << Like this post Date: 8/25/12 3:45 PM Wowie.. so good to see you .. So,, did you get this book from Amazon.. and what else have you been up to ? You must be prepping to sew womething.. Thanks for the tip on the book.
Rhoda K   Beginner AL USA Member since 8/22/05 Posts: 1855	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 8/25/12 4:29 PM Just checked for her book on Amazon. Publication date Sept 1, 2012 and selling for $22.63 and already two used books selling for $44+
DoggyGirl Intermediate TX USA Member since 10/15/06 Posts: 1248	Login to reply to this post In reply to Rhoda K << Like this post Date: 8/25/12 4:37 PM The publication date got moved up a few days, so it's available now. I preordered it so I would get it as soon as it became available. Beth
DoggyGirl Intermediate TX USA Member since 10/15/06 Posts: 1248	Login to reply to this post In reply to poorpigling << Like this post Date: 8/25/12 4:41 PM Yeah, I preordered it with Amazon - got here quick too! As to what I've been doing, there's a 1950 Vogue blouse that's currently under construction. Haven't finished it yet, but it will be pretty! It's got the ubiquitous early 1950's shawl collar, and cute little split sleeves that extend just past the shoulder. I need to finish tacking the facings, do some decorative topstitching, and putting in the buttonholes. Beth
Karin Mantefors Advanced SWEDEN Member since 7/29/02 Posts: 706	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 9/12/12 10:45 AM I got the book today and have never done any retro sewing. I find that a lot of things looks too small or are they supposed to be so tight. I also have an issue with the armcycles of the Sultry Sheath and on the other variation of that dress. there´s also the hemline of the full red skirt... Is it my lack of retrosewing that makes me react? ------ www.karinskammare.blogspot.com
chrisquilts_2   Intermediate USA Member since 6/16/06 Posts: 1161	Login to reply to this post In reply to Karin Mantefors << Like this post Date: 9/12/12 12:12 PM I see your point. Gerties in the wiggle dress looks like she can barely wiggle. But some of the styles look very wearable, for example the shells. And the I love the techniques presented. ------ Too much fabric to count...
sewme47   Intermediate IL USA Member since 8/28/08 Posts: 546	Login to reply to this post 2 members like this. Date: 9/12/12 1:20 PM I like Gertie's blog, but I'm disappointed in this book. It includes several patterns with variations for each, but most aren't very appealing. Three of the patterns are the exact same patterns that come with her classes on Craftsy.com!!! Many of the photos show ripply hems, straining zippers, and garments that don't fit well. It's obvious that Gertie put a lot of work into the book, and there is a nice discussion on the merits and challenges of vintage patterns. However, all of the construction and fitting info is pretty basic and available elsewhwere. I love collecting and perusing sewing books...I have quite a collection....but I'll be selling this one. JMHO ------ A balanced diet is a cupcake in each hand.
LDT2011 Advanced Beginner UNITED KINGDOM Member since 11/18/11 Posts: 451	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 9/13/12 2:46 PM I got the book the other day. Found it really useful. Lots of stuff other sewing books i have don't. It even covers hand sewing. Yay! Love the patterns although i found after making what im now calling a mock up that i need to add in quite a bit more ease to sit down in the pencil skirt. (i have big hips & small waist). ------ 'The purpose of most fashion is to be ostentatiously non-functional.'

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