Gertie's charmed sewing studio : pattern making and couture-style techniques for perfect vintage looks

"Gretchen Hirsch, aka "Gertie," returns to her roots with a dive into beloved fashion classics -- the mermaid gown, the 1950s Hostess Set (think Lucille Ball), the Lilli Ann princess coat -- plus a little fashion history, to inspire modern day style mavens. Sewists, thrift shoppers, and fashion collectors will love making the patterns included in the book, and learning how to reproduce their favorite looks from any vintage garment. The first half...