The ultimate and much anticipated guide to sewing vintage inspired dresses from beloved sewist and blogger, Gretchen Hirsch. Every vintage obsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. The follow-up to the popular "Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing" (Item #STC9917) and "Gertie Sews Vintage Casual (Item # STC0747), this book is packed with all the information and patterns you could ever need to create a wardrobe filled with stunning vintage frocks. The book begins with all the essential techniques for dressmaking and includes instructions and patterns for 23 dresses for a variety of occasions. Elements of each pattern can be mixed and matched, allowing readers to customize the bodice, skirt, sleeves, pockets, and details of each dress for a truly unique creation. Hardcover -spiral, 236 pages, 8" x 10".