Gertie's 50s Circle Skirt Sewing Tutorial with Tips for Beginners, FREE Charm Pattern in Sizes 2-34

[@catladylion5186]

Oh Gertie, I love this “sew along with me” series. Your instructions are very clear and easy to follow. Please make more videos like this. Love from Australia

[@GertiesWorld]

More to come! :)

[@MJ-en5hi]

I'm a sewing beginner trying to learn; just watched 4 skirt tutorials and yours was by far the easiest to follow (despite the slightly more complicated closure methods). Thank you for the thorough walk through and the free pattern!

[@lynetteyannakakis4336]

I watch this tutorial every time I’m installing a zipper! Thanks Gertie

[@MysTarey]

0:28 - supplies 0:38 - center back stabilization 0:52 - sewing center back 1:14 - pressing back seam open 1:21 - pin on pockets 2:08 - sew on pockets (⅜ seam allowance) 3:02 - press pocket seam allowances 3:21 - skirt assemble 4:19 - sew on pockets and side seam

[@lumia57]

Hi there I'm on a UK sewing group and one of the Ladies showed her coat and it's amazing so here I found myself 😂 my usual make is Victorian era style of outfits and headwear 💜🌹💜

[@bigc8127]

Gertie does the best tutorials and has the freshest patterns.

[@PhyllisDixon-h5b]

Hi Gertie, I’m an old seamstress who for years made clothes for antique dolls. Just back to sewing to refresh the 50-60’s style of sewing that I was taught. Some methods learned have been forgotten. Looking forward to you.

[@redblaquegolden]

You know, I've been making this style of skirt for years, and I STILL learned something. (It was the zipper technique, AND THE WAISTBAND underlap.) Thank you!

[@jfsdesignss5205]

Great video. I'm a sewing specialist for WDWCC and have built some well-known characters. I find sewing in the zipper on a project like this is easier to sew in when the side seams haven't been sewn first. The additional weight makes the application awkward, but not impossible as you can see.

[@thutonnena3092]

You're an amazing teacher Gertie. So thorough. ❤❤❤

[@misseyfinley]

Thank you so much for this detailed tutorial. I love skirts like this!

[@TheVintageGuidebook]

I already have the Stanwyck skirt pattern but I came for the instruction vid lol- your sew-along videos are SO easy to follow, Gertie!

[@Fasheners]

So amazing! Love this fabric too. Is it the same as your Loretta Shorts found exclusively on Patreon? If ya’ll haven’t joined, what are you waiting for?! 😍

[@GertiesWorld]

Haha you’re so cute! Yes it’s the same fabric, I need a whole wardrobe in this denim! ❤️

[@Fasheners]

@@GertiesWorld love it so much! Need to get my hands on some yardage! ❤️

[@LG-dj9qr]

Beautiful Gertie with the magic hands. Love the skirt. Thank you.

[@rebekkawacherhausenwichman236]

Thanks for the pattern and sew-along! The denim with the multi colour speckles are to die for! 😍🤩

[@christineflowers144]

Love it. Want th fabric!! Love everything.

[@yocke222]

You absolutely have to go see the movie West Side Story. The women’s dresses we’re out of this world gorgeous!

[@gladysscott526]

Thank you Gertie,

[@treasuresnoire]

Love all your videos Gertie!

[@joellewatkins5528]

Love this! I made my first skirt using that old Better Home and Garden video with you! Love the update with pockets.

[@Jennd378]

Very clear and precise instructions. Great tutorial! 👍

[@penneyburgess5431]

I am watching you on PBS updating your circle skirt while I am watching you teach your pattern here. I am taking it as a sign. I am making a circle skirt!

[@pollydolly9723]

Thanks for all you do Gertie!

[@CaptainBix]

For a more finished look, you could under stitch the pockets before sewing front/back together.

[@geministargazer9830]

I like to do that. But lately I've been loving french seamed pockets. I found a good tutorial for it and it's tricky to understand but worth it

[@GertiesWorld]

You can totally do that! If you're going to understitch, then you'll probably want to take an additional step of pressing the pockets back in toward the skirt to create a sharp crease before sewing the side seams. The way I do it creates more of a soft fold at the pocket, which I personally like.

[@marceyvogt2007]

I enjoy watching you sew. It is inspiring. Thank you Gertie.☮️💖🎶

[@anajonsson3072]

I love your program. Thank you

[@gszcrafts]

Thanks for the pattern 🙂

[@samkovaanicka]

Omg this is the video I need these days! 😍 Thank you!

[@chrissyluna8183]

Omgosh I just found your channel and love your work. I'm a newbie and absolutely love your step by step tutorials Please keep putting them out.❤️

[@اسماء-د1ر]

thannnk youuuu i've learned a lot from youuu

[@bobbirorison5106]

So exciting. I always love a new video.

[@BirdOnAWireInAU]

Oh I love your dress! I have about 6 meters of this in my sewing room. It's beautiful 😍 I need to use it and make a dress like yours 👍😁

[@heatherb.9931]

So so so excited! Also so need that stripe shirt.

[@GertiesWorld]

Aw thanks! That's the Charm Patterns Hepburn Top!

[@heatherb.9931]

@@GertiesWorld I have it cut out I just haven't put it to fabric yet. I love all the variations. Thanks always for all your hard work and for always keeping us positive, motivated, and excited to sew!

[@Rose-inspirations]

I love the fact that it has pockets... We all Carry our cell phones and I don't like using my bra to hold it in, I need pockets 😊

[@kerrydaniel9906]

Beautiful 😍

[@tonikeith7497]

Yay is this the second day of your 13 days spooktacular October!

[@GertiesWorld]

Yes! This is the skirt I was wearing in the Haunted Mansion look!

[@withwafaa4695]

Veru nice , I like these models

[@shelbyparente]

Any suggestions on taking in this skirt it a bit? I just finished the skirt but it’s a little loose on the waistline. Thanks!

[@bibaben7452]

سلام عليكم أنا متتبعة جديدة من الجزائر 🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿

[@CoteTrouble]

I’m new to sewing and I’m wondering how to do the stitch around the skirt. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@SeoulExploration]

Yo, I'm putting pockets into everything from now on!

[@schlieffenska]

Is this a part 2? After the intro, it just started wirh the skirt half done.

[@sharonyates2062]

I wish this tutorial showed how the fabric was folded for cut out. Great tutorial though.

[@LizaLavolta]

This helps me feel hopeful bc I have to find a tomato print swing skirt for a performance and..it does not exist! Go figure I'd finally learn to sew to make a perfect performance outfit..lol

[@elizabethworley7073]

Hi, I'm new to sewing and just joined your patreon. When pressing the seam allowance for the zipper, why did you fold one over 1/2 an inch and the other 5/8? They seem close to each other, why not 1/2 for both?

[@emilymarin7793]

I love the skirt!! Would this skirt be long enough to have a petticoat underneath?

[@EmeraldQueen206]

Thank you, Gertie. If I wanted a wider waist band, could it be done on this skirt pattern?

[@GertiesWorld]

Sure! Just widen the waistband piece to the width you desire.

[@irenacanova9356]

You are just awesome!!! This is exactly what I ned, step by step, I am clever but I am to fluent in sewing and you do it with such a perfection- it looks pretty even on the inside!!! I made the button down skirt last night, I made it too wide, I will adjust it but wow its so on the money!!!:))))))

[@cl2825]

will things go wrong if I don't use stay tape for the zipper?

[@foggylog19]

Does the fabric type matter? Could you use denim mid Weight?

[@KLR2025]

Do I need a server and a regular sewing machine?

[@paisleywatson3369]

I am curious about what the differences are between this and the Stanwyck when it comes to the fit and style. I know the Stanwyck was totally different pockets and is gored whereas this looks like its a half and two quarters of a circle stirched together.

[@GertiesWorld]

They’re both a full circle with 1 inch of ease in the waist but they have different style lines and design options. Stanwyck has gores, two styles of oversized patch pockets, three waistband styles, a bib option, strap option, and the ruffle option. This one is a very simple full circle skirt with side seam pockets and a 1” tall waistband.

[@emilyhinderliter5587]

Hmm, I can't find the pattern or instructions. I see yesterday's blog post!

[@GertiesWorld]

Here you go! charmpatterns.com/shop/charm-circle-skirt/

[@michelleandrade303]

So nice! Thanks for this extra pattern! Is the top the Barbie one? Or which one is it? 😍😍😍😍

[@angelicakornegay5701]

It looks like the top that goes with the picnic skirt 😍

[@GertiesWorld]

Yep, it's the Picnic Top, which is available on Patreon!

[@seweu8538]

Sew many sizes!!!!

[@JenInOz]

If I don't have a dress form is it OK to just hang the skirt on a hanger to let it drop? Also I find that the metal hooks and bars tend to cut through the thread and they fall off. Suggestions please?

[@GertiesWorld]

Yes, you can hang it on a hanger! Then it's best to try it on and mark the hem (great if you can have someone help you with this!). As for the hooks and bars, what kind of thread are you using? I definitely recommend poly all-purpose and if you're still having the issue, maybe choose a heavier weight thread?

[@catheyharris6039]

Dear Gertie, I am making your free double circle skirt pattern but I am stuck. I do not see any notches to be cut out on the waistband are at the top of the skirt pattern. Please help 911.

[@francesjones5781]

Hi Getie, I have a question If your fabric has characters or designs when making a circle skirt the back will be upside down. How can you fix this.?

[@GertiesWorld]

The work around would be to separate the skirt pattern into panels (with seam allowance added) so that each panel can be cut with the design facing up. If you don't feel like doing that yourself, our stanwyck skirt pattern is drafted this way. charmpatterns.com/shop/stanwyck-skirt/

[@elizabethrobbins8580]

Have you uploaded the pattern for your ruffled petticoat?

[@GertiesWorld]

Sorry, which petticoat do you mean? I do have a petticoat pattern with Butterick/Simplicity.

[@mjhargreaves1910]

I love the striped top you are wearing in the video. is it one of your patterns? I also note in another comment you say you have done a pattern for an underpetticote for this type of skirt, (I think with butterick) do you have links to this pattern on your website, or are you planning to do one at some point?

[@GertiesWorld]

Yes the top is a charm pattern, the Hepburn top. charmpatterns.com/shop/hepburn-top/ The petticoat was originally a Butterick pattern but is now owned by Simplicity. It's for sale on their website. www.joann.com/simplicity-pattern-s9293-misses-sleepwear-size-e5-14-22/18339416.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwspKUBhCvARIsAB2IYusFrb-TZrXXtGtr4qXPujK0Chc78qZTGf8LXjj9FJmOoEhuiffrQ-EaAvz9EALw_wcB

[@mariejeanneribbink1867]

Hi Gertie. What weight is the fabric. I have to buy online and never have worn denim, so no clue about thickness and weight.

[@GertiesWorld]

This denim is around 12 ounces which is on the heavy side, so you could definitely go lighter. Circle skirts can be made in many different fabrics and weights, it all depends on the outcome you're going for!

[@mariejeanneribbink1867]

@@GertiesWorld thanks. I make lots of circle skirts, but have never used denim. I will go for a lighter weight. Would chambray be a good alternative?

[@anastassiavales7373]

Hey Gertie. Wanted you to know the link on the Morticia Gown sends us here!

[@silviarezzoli9804]

Hoi Gertie mein schinttmuster ist zu klein wo ich ausgedruckt hab für diesen tellerrock. Liebe grüße aus der 🇨🇭 silvia

[@Coffincruisine]

So i can print this but im a little scared to because ita gonna print on normal sized printing paper and i feel like thats gonna make the pattern not the right size lol

[@GertiesWorld]

We have two print formats. If you're printing on letter sized paper you'll want to use the "Tiled format." This will print the pattern out in chunks that will need to be assembled to get the correct sized piece.

[@Coffincruisine]

@@GertiesWorld OMG Thank you so much lol

[@carolmurphy6857]

Where is the free pattern

[@GertiesWorld]

Links to the free patterns are in the video description. I'll also post it here. charmpatterns.com/charm-circle-skirt/

[@cornbreadfedkirkpatrick9647]

Trying to "catch up" here.