Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Talk Gertie To Me
| Titre | Date | Durée | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slutty Italian Summer | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:22:05 | |
What is "Slutty Italian Summer" and how has it influenced Gertie and the patterns at Charm? Listen in as Gretchen and Andrea talk about the vintage and modern inspiration behind this catch phrase, and how it has impacted the Charm summer collections for the past few years. Links & Images
For more vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||
| Who We Are | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:46:17 | |
Welcome to the first real episode of Talk Gertie To Me! Come get to know Andrea and Gertie as they talk about who they are, how they've come together, and why they're excited to be doing this podcast. Links & Images
For vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||
| Recreating Audrey Hepburn's lace dress from the 1952 Oscars | 17 Jul 2025 | 00:42:47 | |
Join me while I discuss recreating the white lace dress that Audrey Hepburn wore to the 1952 Oscars. It's a bit of fashion history mixed with some sewing fun! Links & Images
For vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||
| Vintage Swimsuits (and their modern interpretations) | 25 Jul 2025 | 01:01:01 | |
We've made two vintage-inspired swimsuits at Charm and they are WILDLY different. Learn why with Gertie and Andrea, who dive deep into the making of these two projects, as well as the aquamusical, submechanophobia, and the "famous" Jewels of the Sea ad that has lived rent-free in Gertie's mind for decades. Links & Images
For more vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||
| Caftans = Freedom (with Elizabeth Taylor) | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:36:45 | |
Why are caftans/kaftans so popular among Hollywood icons from the golden age as well as the queer community? In this solo episode, Gertie discusses the fashion (and cultural) history of this gender-free garment, spanning from ancient Egypt through to the modern day. Links & Images
For more vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||
| Sage Advice with the Hilarious Susie Dahl | 08 Aug 2025 | 00:56:34 | |
Come join us for a laughter-filled chat with one of our favorite models and Charm team members, Susie Dahl. She's been with us for over seven years and she knows ALL of our secrets! Links & Images
For more vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||
| Your Questions Answered - part 1 | 19 Sep 2025 | 00:48:24 | |
In this 2-part episode of 'Talk Gertie to Me,' hosts Gretchen (Gertie) and Andrea begin to wrap up Season 1 with a lively reflection on vintage glamor sewing, creative processes, and the joys and struggles of monetizing a beloved hobby. Engaging with listener questions, they dive into the realities of running a pattern-making business, from the financial and logistical challenges to the emotional rollercoaster of creative work. They also discuss the careful planning required for their themes and patterns on Patreon, tease upcoming projects, and share personal insights on maintaining inspiration and creative flow amidst deadlines and business demands. Links & Images
For more vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||
| Why We’ll Always Love Broadway (and Costumes!) | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:44:52 | |
Gretchen and Andrea LOVE Broadway! Learn about their separate backgrounds in theatre, the shows they're loving now, and how those shows have inspired patterns at Charm. Plus, they drop tips on how to see theatre in NYC on a budget! Links & Images
For more vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||
| RIP Joann. Where do we buy fabrics now??? | 15 Aug 2025 | 01:07:45 | |
The episode where we diss on JOANN Fabrics (RIP) and share our favorite places and tips for shopping for fabric & notions online. The Charm Studio is in a very small city - we have to drive at least 90 minutes to touch fancy fabrics, too! Links & Images
For more vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||
| Your Questions Answered - part 2 | 26 Sep 2025 | 00:47:08 | |
In this lively episode of Talk Gertie to Me, we dive into the personal stories behind Gertie's tattoos, body image reflections, and tips for setting up the perfect sewing space. Links & Images
For more vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||
| Charm Loves Halloween! Costumes Galore (and more!) | 31 Oct 2025 | 01:05:20 | |
In this Season One bonus episode, Gertie and Andrea chat all about Charm's annual Halloween Extravaganza. It's our first video episode, so check out the video here! Links & Images
For more vintage-inspired sewing patterns in sizes 2-34 (with A-H bust cups), check out us out at Charm Patterns. | |||