The Spotlight is Yours!
The air around you is soft, humming with excitement and scented with old-world perfume. As the lights dim and a projector begins to flicker along the wall in front of you, you lean back into a plush velvet armchair and get ready for your favorite silver screen fantasy.
You’re expecting Grace Kelly in Rear Window, romancing a sleepy James Stewart (while wearing a stunning ensemble designed by Edith Head), but instead the montage unfolds…and it’s someone quite unexpected.
It’s you. You are the star tonight.
“Confidence,” the off-screen narrator says, “comes from dressing the part—not just of who you are now, but who you want to be.
You reach into a pile of feathered trim, and the community of talented sewists swirls around you. The camera cuts to a worktable where you caress a bolt of fabric, learning about weft and weave from the costume designer herself.
In your hands, the rich satin commands care and attention. You pin and stitch, pause and dream. Slowly, an outfit takes shape not in your imagination, but on your body.
You’re not just dressed. You are transformed.
We invite you to join more than 6,000 vintage-loving patrons as we explore the classic costumes of the silver screen, diving into the craft and construction of each glamorous design.
At least once per month, you’ll receive a professionally-drafted sewing pattern inspired by an iconic Hollywood film, actress, or designer. Exclusive sew-along videos will walk you through each step of the construction process, making every design accessible to beginners as well as more advanced sewists. This is a return to the classic glamour of Charm Patterns, with the quality and size inclusivity you’ve come to expect and the community you’ve come to love.
Using old-school techniques with modern tools, you’ll be able to create masterpieces of your own making. While the focus is on glamour and precise craftsmanship, we’ll also explore every-day wearable separates, accessories, and casual wear worn on and off the screen by the leading ladies of old Hollywood.
A supportive (and ridiculously fun) community of fellow sewing enthusiasts will join you on this journey through the eras of classic Hollywood film, with a monthly movie club, live discussions with the designer about the inspiration and design process, a private costume screening room (on Discord), and more.
Welcome to the Hollywood Icons collection. You have everything you need to make your own fantasy come to life—one outfit at a time. Whether you’re sewing for a special occasion, a night on the town, or just a day when you need to feel extraordinary, these patterns are here to remind you of your own star power.
Join us, and let’s make Hollywood magic—together.
Tier Changes for 2025
There will be only slight changes to your tier benefits this year, to emphasize the Hollywood Icons theme. Please read the tier descriptions carefully if you wish to upgrade or change your tier.
The Sewing Circle
There will be no change to this tier’s benefits. Sewing Circle members receive the monthly sewing pattern, companion tutorial video, monthly live Crowdcast event with Gertie, access to Discord, first access to Charm merchandise, and the annual free Charm Patterns PDF sewing pattern (Gertie’s choice).
The Glamour Circle
There will be no change to this tier’s benefits. In addition to the content listed in the Sewing Circle tier, the 2025 Glamour Circle content includes:
4 issues of our popular digital magazine, Vintage by Gertie. Print copies may be purchased by Glamour Circle+ members.
8 additional sewing projects or digital content goodies—these could be pattern expansions, accessories patterns, advanced fit clinics, pattern hacks, guest artist designs, or other fun things that we feel inspired to create and share
The Princess Circle
There will be no significant changes to this tier’s benefits, but we are considering making the annual gift digital-only (or offering a digital alternative for our international patrons). Princesses will receive all of the Sewing Circle and Glamour Circle benefits, as well as:
40% off coupon for one Charm Pattern (3 times a year)
an annual gift (past years have been sewing labels, a key chain, or calendar)
sneak peaks of at least 2 Charm Patterns before they are released
The Inner Circle
This tier is designed for Charm’s biggest supporters who want to be a part of guiding what happens behind-the-scenes at Charm. There is only one change to this tier’s benefits: a comprehensive PDF sewing planner will replace the 2024 bodice sloper pattern.
Inner Circle members get everything in the other tiers as well as:
100% off each new PDF Charm Pattern when they are released
5% off and first dibs on signing up for Gertie’s 2025 in-person Dressmaking Retreats
two exclusive live events on Zoom or Crowdcast as our Inner Circle Board of Advisors
your name will be listed as an Inner Circle member in Vintage by Gertie magazine
20% off coupon for Charm Merchandise (2 times a year) PLUS access to previous annual gifts as merchandise (according to availability)
a comprehensive PDF sewing planner exclusively for Inner Circle members
We have learned from years past that it is much better to under-promise what you will receive as patrons, so we can surprise you throughout the year without burning out the team. We LOVE to spoil our patrons, and the entire Charm team is super excited about this year’s theme (and the bonuses we have planned for you!), so you can continue to expect an overwhelming amount of vintage-inspired sewing patterns, tutorials, and other goodies throughout the year.
I hope you love our new theme as much as we do. It’s going to be a glamorous and fun year!
xoxo,
Gertie
Comments (94)
Would this work with sleeves? And if so: witch one?
Hi Charm Community! Okay, so I have been a member here for a while and have been neglecting my sewing time, life has been busy...I know we call all relate. I am now making it a point to carve out "me" time and am going to dedicate time for sewing. I would love any recommendations for places to purchase fabric. If there are any recommendations for where I should have these patterns printed out (like professionally...my 8x10 printed pages/puzzle patterns are not cutting it LOL) I know I should read through comments, as I am sure there are suggestions. I would love any input. Thank you so much and happy sewing :)
Hi! Good for you for making you time! I get my patterns printed at https://patternprintingco.com/ I find them to be a little quicker and less expensive than other options. If it's just a page, I use staples blueprints :) fabric is rough right now, but if it's basics you're looking for, thefabricmarket.com is fantastic and they are so so nice!
I really have to say that Gertie supplies such detailed videos/instructions that I think anyone can handle her patterns. I also found that I didn't have to make alterations (apart from lengthening) on any of the patterns I have made so far.........Loretta shorts, Mariner top and the Extra Credit Wrap Top and the Skipper bodice.
Hi Girls, someone could help me? I can't find the Hepburn Top to dowload, anyone knows where is it?
Hepburn was not a Patreon Pattern - it is a Charm Pattern that is sold separatly as a Charm Pattern
PLEASE don't be Rude Good evening, I have a question about the sewing levels. Is there anyway to know/figure out the sewing level for the charm patterns (garments) that a person is trying to make? Thank you in advance for your help in answering this question.
Hi Katrina, because everyone's specific experience and comfort level differs, we don't include skill ratings. Some folks are more comfortable with woven, some more at home with knits; some have lots of practice with darts and zippers but none with lining a garment, etc... The best thing to do may be to look over the instructions and see how many of the techniques you are familiar with, and how many will be new to you. We also believe that with the companion videos, even a more advanced garment can be tackled.
Great idea for a theme! Excited for what's to come.
This is so perfect! My three style “words” are comfortable, daring, and old Hollywood glamour!
I'm really excited for this year's theme . I'm a big fan of the old movies and the costumes. Let's go !
I LOVE this dress!!! My favorite styles are 1930s and 1940s! This dress is fabulous!!!
Old hollywood, I love you, Gertie for this! 💕
I'm so excited for the new theme! Beautiful as always!!
oooh I love this new theme SO MUCH
Is this a new baby pup!?❤️
Yes! That's our new glamour pup, Millie!
This is amazing. It's everything I want. Thank you sooooo much, and thank you to you and the team for all the work and imagination you put into everything you do. I'm so excited for what's to come this year xx
So excited for this year’s theme! Thank you for all of the work you put in every year 💗
*swoons to the closest chaise and needs smelling salts* 🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵
i adore this theme! i can already tell all the photography is going to be insane this year. can't wait!!
Alright. Well-played, Charm Team. You can continue taking my money this year.
amazing
Drop. Dead. Gorgeous. Completely swoon-worthy!
Will there be any way to get the sloper pattern in 2025?
It's exciting. It looks like the breakout of benefits for the lower tiers has been omitted
Happy New Year! YES, YES, Yes! I am so excited for this year! The first pattern of the year, is exactly what I was hoping would happen at some point, but the first one! I can't wait to make this! Thank you for starting off the year AMAZING!
Omggggg this is EXACTLY what I was asking for. I'm so frickin excited. Thank you Gertie!!
I'm shook! I am sooo excited for this year. Reading through the intro above has me in tears!!!
Ha! I just watched "Funny Face" with Audrey Hepburn over the holidays, can't wait to see what's coming! Stoked to sew some Marlene Dietrich outfits!
What a fun theme!
Gorgeous!!
It's going to be a fun year of glamour and transformation!
Happy New Year 2025!! I'm really excited for this year's theme. As it happens, I went to an Edith Head exhibit at the Art Museum last July while in vacation in Oklahoma City!! Took TONS of photos - every detail of her work was amazing!!
Love the new theme!
So happy for this new theme I'm imagining myself as Edith head or travilla for this year Thank you Gertie and the team you have made my New Year very happy indeed xxxx
Oh this is so exciting!!
Oh please please please recommend perfumes to complete this year’s looks! I just love unapologetically feminine floral perfumes (Penhaligon’s The Favourite, Parfum de Marly’s Delina, Hermes’ Un Jardin de monsieur Li) and it is such a delight to discover new fragrances. So excited for all of it ❤️❤️
Check out indie perfumeries! Cocoa Pink has some lovely florals, and I've heard Hexennacht and Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab both have some great perfumes. Reddit's indie perfume and makeup has a lot of great recs.
Love the New theme Happy New Year 2025
happy new theme, icons! looking forward to the showstopping patterns and goodies coming soon to a sewing room near you!
OH WOW!
Happy new year everyone! I can't wait to see all the great patterns we will get this year!!
Oh I love it!!
I am a bit confused, it says there are not changes to glamour level but then it said that inner circle receives the vintage by Gertie magazine. So does the glamour and princess level loose that?
I was wondering the same. The extras also just aren't listed in the Glamour and Princess tiers
It feels like I was foreseen this....one of my cherished xmas gifts was the book on Edith Head! 😍❤️
This is going to be the BEST YEAR EVER!!!!!!!!!! Thank you Gertie & Team!!!
**faints from unrestrained over excitement**
Best. Theme. Yet.
OMG, OMG OMG I am in heaven. This is going to be my year ❤..whoever told my coquetry and age are at odds is going to have a hard time (not one of the lovely Gertie fans I hasten to add )
We would NEVER tell you that. Stay fabulous!
Yes yes yes!!! I'm sooopppo excited!!
Happy New Year!
I so excited about this!
So excited about this new theme!! 😍 Thank you! ❤️
Perfection!!
Perfect theme! Cannot wait 😍
Inspiration to be beautiful to ourselves : I am so excited !
I love it! I think the descriptions for the glamour and princess tiers are missing the details on included benefits.
This confuses me as well. Did we loose the magazine? I hope not, I really liked it!
I love this!
Absolute perfection. I don’t really care if I have fancy places to go or not……I will definitely be cooking dinner and weeding the garden in these lovelies 🤣because glamour is for all of life, whatever that life may be! Cannot wait, brilliant 🤩
Love the description and the theme Gertie! But I'm a little hesitant. At this moment, I can't see how Hollywood Icons will fit into my very unlike Hollywood lifestyle. ;-0 But I'll continue to put my trust in you and the Charm team to show me how to dream. Happy 2025 to all of you. xoxo
The long sleeve version in a more demure fabric choice is already on my to do list for office wear 😃
Happy New Year and thank you all at Charm and the community ❤️
A pdf sewing planner 😍😍😍 can‘t wait for it
DRESS! DRESS! DRESS! I’m obsessed with the dress!
Love love love this!
Exactly what I was hoping for, I can see me making everything that's released this year (sewing skills permitting!)
cant wait for the first pattern drop
What a perfect theme! Loooove the sneak peek at the hollywood dress... im gunna need that dressing robe version in a different colour for every day of the week.
LOVE ❤️
The way I screamed when I read the mention to It Happened One Night. It was my port of entrance into Ild Hollywood and I am extremely fond of it. So (explicative in Spanish) excited.
Barbara Stanwyck in Double indemnity for me!
Amazing! Looking forward to this 😍
Wow, love it! Love the description, so exciting! 💖
This is SO ME 😍 Very excited for 2025!
Oooh I just noticed we get a sewing planner~~
Exactly what I was hoping for. Thank you for a glamorous and grown up theme. Perfect.
This year is going to have so much magic & glamour 🥰🤩😘
Perfect theme. How exciting!
Oooh so yes yes. And movie clubs???? I hope we get a Marlene something this year!
So excited!!
Yes!!!! So excited!! 💕💕♥️♥️
SQUEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Perfect theme. Excited to see what each month brings.
Oooooh, Hollywood Glam! I am SO here for this! I can't wait!!!!!
I’m SCREAMING!!!
Wish come true !🤩
YAAASSSS
The sounds that just came out of me were not human 🤩🤩🤩🤩
Beautiful
I am so excited I have goosebumps! Bring on 2025!