PATTERN AND INSTRUCTIONS: The Hostess Lounge Set
UPDATE 9/3: Please note that we have changed the name and the closure design of this pattern! I’ve really appreciated the opportunity to have constructive conversations via Instagram about vintage fashion and some of the trickier aspects of it. I sincerely apologize to those I hurt with any aspect of the design or name. Based on your feedback, we have decided to change the name of the project to the Hostess Lounge Set, and we are also changing the design of the closures. Additionally, we are making a donation to the Asian American Arts Alliance, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring greater representation, equity, and opportunities for Asian American artists and cultural organizations through resource sharing, promotion, and community building (This will be in addition to our regular monthly donations). As always, we remain committed to making Charm Patterns a diverse and inclusive community for all.
All files on this post have been updated to reflect this change, but I am leaving the original photos for your reference. Please use the hashtag #hostessloungeset when sharing your makes! Thank you all for being part of this wonderful community. XOXO
This hostess set is full of charm! Inspired by vintage two-piece lounge sets, we have created our own unique take on a classic. This lounge and play set is all about comfort while still maintaining high style. You’ll feel as fabulous as you look!
Download the instructions and pattern files at the bottom of this post (note the separate files for A0 and tiled home printing; see the instructions file for more information) and make sure to watch the video tutorial in my separate post!
Scroll down to see line art and more photos. Have fun sewing this and don't forget to use the hashtag #hostessloungeset when sharing your photos.
For patron personal use only. Distribution and commercial use prohibited. Please keep these files confidential so that we can continue to create great new exclusive content for you!
xoxo,
Gertie
P.S. If you’re a beginner, be sure to watch our Harlow Pajamas video on YouTube! Many of the steps are similar to the Hostess Lounge Set.
Comments (90)
Any update on when we might get these in the 18-34 size range please?
Has anyone added sleeves to this pattern? Do sleeves from any of the other patterns fit well? I'd like to make a set for this winter out of a check flannel on the bias for the top fronts and solid flannel for the pants. A short to 3/4 sleeve would be great!
Yes I have... I can't remember if I posted a photo of the set in the Gertie Group on FB :)
It's been 2 1/2 years but I just noticed the bottom of each instruction page still says "Charm Tea Timer".
Finally getting ready to make some hostess sets! I can’t seem to find anything relating to buttons and button placement on the files below? Can anyone help? I may have missed something, but have downloaded the files and cut and stuck etc and there are now placement guides or notes on what size buttons. Can you tell I tend to worry? 😂😂😂
I'm excited to make my first patreon Charm pattern and just printed this off. I think it would look adorable under the Rose dressing gown. Here goes!
Wow. it's sad you had to even add that disclaimer or change anything.
Cultural sensitivity, and respect, are not sad. Thank you, Gertie, for being open, honest, and respectful.
me too, I cannot access video
Is the link broken for the hostess top sewing tutorial? Tried to click but said error.
Go to the "Exclusive Videos" button at the top of the page and get to the video that way.
I don't know what the fuss was about. How can a name or closures be offensive? Anyway, well done Gertie for finding a way around the problems, whatever they were.
Agreed! Love the pattern no matter what it is called. :)
The rough emotions passed, this is such an interesting issue! As a Central European girl, I was completely ignorant about any of this, Asian heritage, hawaiian tourists,... Fascinating history! I am sooo looking forward to this month Crowdcast!
Did anyone catch where the tropical fabric was from she used in the video?
It's a rayon challis from her Spotlight line, came out a few years ago.
Always a class act Gertie, we’ll done, I see many here can learn from your example
Love both names and variations and loved the history you shared in your stories yesterday. I sent mine off the printer straight away, but will do the buttons as I like them. Looking forward to the crowdcast this month.
I’m happy this was addressed!! Thank you for letting people know you listen and understand good feedback!!! Not enough people can admit they made a mistake and make changes for the better
Lovely pattern Gertie. Glad you added the buttons - definitely a preference for me. Any chance you could do some short sleeves . Its September and it would be lovely to have a sleeve or a recommendation on a piece to adapt.
You can adapt the Harlow Sleeve Expansion to it
Gertie! How do you think the pants would fare in a stable knit? I tried making a pair out of crepe and didn’t love the way it sat on my body. I’m thinking of trying a ponte and taking it in a tad. Thoughts?
It was designed for a woven but you can try it in a stable knit and see if you like the fit.
So the non patrons who do not pay had more say over this pattern than paying customers? No one complained about the frog closure on the Harlow Pajamas (free), but the ones here are suddenly offensive...
... it is the same pattern. It just showcases a different closure in the line drawing (there is nothing keeping anyone from using frogs instead) and it has a name that won’t inadvertently make people uncomfortable. This is a very nice thing that adversely affects no one.
Thanks for the info, Gertie!
I am Asian, I am not offended. I love it when people are embracing different cultures but I understand in today’s world, this change might be required to maintain peace. I will do it in the frog buttons since I still have some left over from my cheongsam which I made last year. Aliexpress sells them but I got mine from our local fabric market at China Town.
I am hapa and completely agree with this. I was very excited to read the extensive history behind the pattern.
I’ve already printex all 67 pages of the pattern yesterday - do I need to reprint this pattern? Is there an actual change besides the name?
I always include an update on the post if I make changes! As outlined, the changes are the name and the instructions call for the use of buttons rather than frogs. It is up to you whether you wish to reprint based on that info!
I can't believe you've had to do this, but, oh well. We now live in asociry where EVERYONE is offended, right? Well, the upshot is we get a free pattern variation! Thank you for EVERYTHING. I've never been disappointed yet, and probably never will be! ❤️💕
How do I get the original closure? I like it better then the new closure. I don’t understand what was offensive with the original name or closures.
You would just sew frogs on rather than making buttonholes and sewing buttons.
So if doing buttons is there a facing?
There already is a facing! It’s simply folded back on the front pattern piece.
How much different is the pattern from it’s original release? I’ve already printed it traced out my size and about to cut fabric
I’m the same I sent mine off to be printed the moment it came out!
Thank you for listening to feedback and making changes.
ooh i hope you make more based off the Polynesian patterns! they have some awesome designs! I love this! not something that i would wear as pants don't work on my body (I have a really weird body shape) but i cant wait to see everyone else's makes!
I am SO EXCITED for this! I can't wait to get some fabric and get going :)
Love it. <3
Thanks gertie looking forward to this one ....
Is there any easy sleeve, we could add? Not redraft the armscye and all that... The weather is turning too cold now here in Europe I fear... Thanks a lot, so nice as usual!
Gertie mentioned somewhere (I've forgotten) that the Harlow sleeve expansion would also work for this pattern.
Just beautiful. I can’t wait to make these
I love this!! Ideal for first day of spring here in NZ.
That photo of you and Melisha with the masks rocking the pink and turquois is everything 😍😍😍
Is Melisha wearing the Harlow PJs in the other photo?
She’s wearing the Harlow pant with the Tea Timer top :)
So in love with this set! Thank you ladies for making some amazing pieces for our summer wear. Soooo in love with the choice to do bright colored leopard with black...may have to bite that look. <3 :D
Loving this!! ❤️
I love this so much! I can be comfortable and look fashionable for my online work meetings!
This reminds me of Peggy Bundy 🤭😄
I totally agree. But she rocked some vintage inspo like no other.
Could you use any closures other than frogs? Love the set!!xx
You could use buttons :)
cute! how easy would it be to lengthen the top into an overdress like some other tea timers? i'm shy about showing my legs.
You would just add length to the bottom :)
I am lacking the inspiration to make this one. It's not a vintage garment that was ever on my radar before now. I look forward to this month's PowerPoint for something that sparks ideas! :)
Wow, this is really a delight. I have MANY vintage tiki clothes (as the name implies) but I've never been able to get a tea timer that fits my bust. Wheeeeeeeee
Oh this is so funny, I purchased a teamtimer pattern from subversive fem a few months ago and only just got round to making a test piece, but had great trouble with the collar and wondered how on earth I could make the trousers and you've just done the whole set...... I'm overjoyed, can't wait to make this long awaited item to add to my wardrobe :)
Omg. I just grabbed a vintage pattern for a tea timer set 🤣🤣🤣
Squeeeeee
Ps. Love the fit notes :)
😻😍😍😍😻
I love it! I was just sat learning how to make Chinese buttons and toggles, so i best make a lot more lol. My birthday on the 7th so hopefully i might get it made for then :)
Happy Birthday!
Could you use the Harlowe sleeve expansion on this top?
Yes!
It’s my birthday today Gertie and you have just made my day!!! Big hugs from across the pond to you, Melisha, Henry and Hattie ❤️❤️❤️
Happy birthday!
Gahhhhhhhhh!!! Love love love!!
AWESOME! Thanks!!!
Perfect time to join! I've been asked by a friend to make her a tea timer.
This is going to be fab! I held off fabric shopping until tomorrow to see what this would be. I’m inspired! Really love the versatility of it. :-)
You totally tricked me! I was hoping for a tea timer but then you said drapey fabric so I dismissed that idea. It does look lovely with the fabric you used!
Love this!!
Love it! Beautiful! You ladies have done such a great job creating beautiful designs for casual summer wear.
Love love love, thank you so much 💕
GASP!! GERTIE!!!!! This is JUST what I've been looking for and wishing the Harlow pajamas were 😹 I've got some perfect Hawaiian print rayon challis too 😻
Yas! Soo cute!
Yay
Ohhh! Lovely 🥰😍🤩
Yup, its time to make my own frogs for sure! 😍 you dames look fabulous!
I love it!!! Though I don’t know why you couldn’t use a qc or poplin
It's not that you couldn't, it's just a matter of what we used to achieve the effect you see in the photos :) I found I preferred a drapey fabric for the pant to lay smoothly around the elastic waist and create a slim silhouette on the leg.
Once again you have knocked it out of the park! Thank you so much!
I love this so much!!!!
So fun!!
Omg its so cute!!