bBestselling sewing author Gretchen Hirsch returns to her roots with a fresh look at fashion classics--how they were made then, and how modern day sewists can re-create them now--in iGertie's Charmed Sewing Studioi.b p Gretchen Hirsch, aka Gertie, returns to her roots with a dive into beloved fashion classics, including the mermaid gown, the structured sheath think Elizabeth Taylor, the Rose Marie Reid swimsuit, and more--plus a little fashion history, to inspire modern-day style mavens. Sewists, thrift shoppers, and fashion collectors will love making the book's three downloadable patterns, and learning how to reproduce favorite vintage looks that fit modern figures. br The first half of the book is a journey through pattern and couture sewing techniques and iconic designs. Gretchen combines a bounty of sketches, historic images, process photos, and clear instructions to create an irresistible sewing guide and lookbook for the vintage fashion enthusiast. br In the second half, Gretche